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Newspaper
Kansas City Star
Location
Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1952
Page
1
Report suggests small ships launched a surprise strike from nearby hiding spots. Details indicate possible naval activity near the coast with sightings of craft moving toward targets. No official confirmation yet from authorities.
The U S Fifth Air Force said it repelled the largest enemy night air attack of the Korean War near Seoul as President elect Eisenhower departed Korea. Eleven hostile aircraft were detected by Allied radar as small prop planes approached Seoul and bombs fell near interceptor directing installations. Authorities noted five Allied planes were lost that week while Sabre pilots downed four MiG-15s and Communist casualties reached 9,390 killed and 528 wounded with 61 prisoners.
Walter W. Jones of McPherson Kansas told police he parked near Union Station when three youths forced him into his car. They drove to Penn Valley Park where he was beaten into unconsciousness and awoke to find $8 missing from his wallet and the attackers gone.
Jenkins Music Co located at 1217 Walnut offers a range of band instruments and holiday gifts for Christmas. Customers can browse brass woodwind and percussion items and find accessories. The shop promotes gift ideas for students and musicians with knowledgeable staff assistance.
Partly cloudy and mild tonight and Sunday in Kansas City and vicinity. Low tonight near 35, high tomorrow near 60. Humidity 6:30 a m 53 percent, 1:30 p m 31 percent. Barometer 6:30 a m 29.90 inches falling, 1:30 p m 29.76 inches falling. River stage today 1.9 feet, up 0.2 foot. Precipitation in 24 hours ending 6:30 a m none.
The annual Chamber of Commerce Christmas party will be held at noon December 17 at the Hotel Muehlebach. Members will exchange gifts.
Paris reports Premier An tone Pinay seeking a new vote of confidence on the budget in the National Assembly. The Tuesday ballot is not expected to threaten the government.
A motion for a new trial was filed today in Johnson County district court for Merle William Martin convicted of first degree murder. Attorneys Elmer Hoge and Roy Cliborn allege new evidence and set a hearing for December 20 regarding the slaying of Johnson County patrolman Willard Carver.
John Oliver chairman of the board of election commissioners will demonstrate modern voting machines on WDAF TV at 9 45 tomorrow night. Two machines will be used and Robert Kerr of the WDAF TV staff will assist with the demonstration.
An intruder broke glass with a hammer to loot four general delivery boxes in the Bonner Springs post office corridor last night. Two boxes are rented by contract carriers Robert Miller and Ben Eyerly whose subscribers pay by mail. losses undetermined. Postmaster Jane Waters said the interior was not entered.
A tape recording of interviews by men of the 14th infantry regiment in Korea will be broadcast at 8 30 tomorrow morning on WDAF. The soldiers express appreciation for books and magazines donated thanks to publicity by newspapers and magazines including The Star.
Czechoslovakia demands the recall of Israeli minister to Prague A Leon Kubovy as persona non grata. Radio Prague notes Kubovy was named in the Slansky trials as a top Communist official jailed or executed. Kubovy is in Tel Aviv after being summoned by Israel to report on Czechoslovakia’s attacks.
Chicago reports that representatives from forty four states urged the federal government to withdraw from gasoline taxes and shift those duties to the states. The meeting adopted a resolution calling for more efficient service at lower cost by abandoning certain taxes to the states in lieu of federal grants in aid.
Senator John J. Sparkman of Alabama halted in Cairo Egypt during his world tour after losing the Democratic vice presidential bid. The stop marked a brief leg in his international itinerary as he continued abroad.
Police broke up a large drag race on Troost avenue south of Eighty third street amid reports of nearly 100 cars and speeds above ninety mph. A 19 year old driver was arrested after a perilous pursuit, while a 16 year old passenger was sent to a parental school. Spectators described a chaotic scene with cars racing in and out of city limits and multiple warnings from deputies.
Margaret Bourke-White recalls a four month stay in Korea where soldiers civilians and peasants joined to shore up a seawall during a typhoon season. Parachuted materials and hand set stones strengthened the wall as wind and water threatened a national crisis.
City Counselor David M. Proctor received congratulations from the council after his Tuesday election as president of the National Institute of Municipal Law Officers. The body serves 712 cities in the United States and Canada with headquarters in Washington. The next annual meeting will be in fall 1953 in Washington.
The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a 30 year sentence for Marion Bonomo in connection with the January 17 theft of four fur coats jewelry a radio and $800 from Mrs. Charles Gargotta home in Johnson County He was convicted of burglary and larceny in Johnson County District Court Judge Clayton Brenner sentenced him The Gargotta widow of Charles Gargotta an underworld figure slain in 1950 Bonomo is at the state prison in Lansing
Vera Meyr 21 of Jackson Missouri died when the car overturned after missing an icy curve on U S 65 about ten miles east of Indianola. Patrick Conner 36 of Jackson, the driver, was hospitalized after suffering shock. Sheriff John J Taylor reported both occupants.
Seven industry members quit in protest of Truman's decision in a coal dispute, signaling heightened labor unrest and challenging the board of the WSB. The resignations come after contentious talks over policy changes and wholesale coal allocation.
Seven industry members of the Wage Stabilization Board resign in a coordinated protest over President Truman’s decision to grant miners a $1.99 daily wage increase. The resignations claim the policy is a sham and threaten the continuation of wage controls, pending replacements.
Forecaster Howard R. Martin says readings may near sixty degrees through Monday with December normal levels well above. Skies turn partly cloudy and nighttime lows stay above freezing with 35 or near temperatures tonight and tomorrow night. The warm trend follows fast moving storm systems tracking along the Canadian boundary.
The annual joint state officers meeting of the American Legion and auxiliary will be held at 7:30 o clock Monday night at the Ivanhoe Masonic temple. The Sanford Brown post sponsors the gathering.
A lighthearted quip notes that nobody shoots Santa Claus but people do work him to death, blending dark humor with seasonal imagery.
Private services for Mrs. David W. Wallace mother of Mrs. Harry S. Truman will be held at 3 oclock Monday at the Wallace home in Independence. Burial will be in the Wallace family lot at Woodlawn cemetery. The President and Mrs. Truman will arrive from Washington tomorrow. Mrs. Wallace died yesterday in Washington at age 90.
Police widen search for Charles Vincent Gicinto linked by Wayne Burk to robberies at a motel home and union hall. Burk also names Anthony Cambiano now jailed. Lt Haupt says detectives probe underworld for Gicinto’s whereabouts. In Johnson County magistrate court a warrant for Cecil Green on assault with intent to kill was issued amid unclear sheriff records.
President elect Dwight Eisenhower aboard the U S S Helena heads toward a tropical storm of near typhoon size on the way to Hawaii. The storm is not a threat while Honolulu reports winds receding. The voyage follows a three day Korean War tour with Wake Island stop planned and General Omar Bradley leaving Guam for Washington.
Henry Stonestreet, 64, died from injuries after being struck at Fifth and Locust. He was hurled about sixty five feet. Police seek two drivers involved in the fatal hit run.
Henry Stonestreet aged 64 died at General Hospital after injuries from a hit and run at Fifth and Locust Streets. Police seek two drivers. a plant guard reported a northbound truck with Kansas plates near the scene. The victim, last listed at 1224 Pennsylvania Ave, was struck as he crossed Locust Street about 6 15 PM. He suffered compound leg fractures and a head injury. no survivors listed.
President Eisenhower was urged by South Korea’s President Syngman Rhee to assist in strengthening the Republic of Korea armed forces. The appeal centers on bolstering defense amid regional tensions and ongoing security concerns.
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