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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1949
Page
2
The Hoover Commission unanimously urged major changes to federal budgeting and accounting on February 24, seeking clear aims for spending and taxpaying accountability. It proposed a general accounting method overseen by a new ant general while sparing Warren's office from total power, amid sharp internal dissent.
Yokohama report says Tetsuo Mi Sumi pleaded innocent to murdering an American P51 pilot, 1st Lt. John H. Jobson, near Hanoi in summer 1945. Jobson, of the 36th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Group, Kunming, China, was shot down by anti aircraft fire over Hanoi.
Washington report on Roger Lapham returning from China with caution on the crisis, declining to forecast outcomes or comment on aid cuts. He will report to Paul Hoffman's recovery team as Congress debates a Marshall Plan aid package with no China allocations. GOP critics push for a stronger stance on U.S. policy toward China.
Major General Harry H. Vaughan disclosed a new decoration from Mexico, a move seen as echoing a recent Argentina honor row. President Truman’s remark about firing anyone sparked criticism from Rev. Carl McIntire and others, while officials stayed silent and Congressmen offered muted comments.
Washington Feb 24 The seven nations negotiating an Atlantic security treaty reportedly reached a substantial draft defense clause. It would treat an armed attack on any member as an attack on all, with each country pledging aid under its UN rights of self defense while retaining autonomy to decide actions including use of armed forces. Diplomats foresee continued consultation and coordinated defense planning as the treaty comes into force.
Cordova Alaska February 24 a second rescue attempt was planned to reach two men and a woman stranded on the barge Redcloud battered by a reef to the southeast of Cordova The Mahalo could not approach within a half mile due to high winds Leonard Holeman the Redcloud engineer walked thirty miles across the ice to reach help One of his feet was frozen and the stranded aboard the Redcloud were Mr and Mrs F C Howard and Robert Zentmier a son-in law all passengers
A 1950s Norwegian report on Soviet life concludes Norwegians see more hardship than in the USSR. It notes low Russian living standards, limited consumer goods, housing shortages, and long queues, contrasted with Norway’s labor government and hope for peace by 1952. Strong unions criticise Moscow, while Norwegians question alignment with East and West.
Racial equality for workers emerged as a key issue in the Senate labor bill hearings as proposals to ban union racial discrimination drew mixed reactions from senators. The debate tracks to Taft Hartley repeal plans and a shift toward Wagner Act provisions, with witnesses urging end to discriminatory practices.
More than 1200 members of First Congregational Church of Los Angeles voted to oppose the merger of the Congregational Christian Churches with the Evangelical and Reformed Church. A resolution supporting the National Committee for the Continuation of Congregational Christian Churches was adopted by a margin of over two to one. Dr. Albert W. Palmer, who backed the resolution, announced his resignation as radio minister of the church.
The Senate banking committee approved a broad multi billion dollar federal housing bill and planned introduction in the Senate. Chairman Maybank announced the action after a closed meeting with votes including Bricker and Robertson against a Bricker amendment banning segregation in public housing. The panel favored the measure 10 to 2 despite Murray and Bricker sparring over civil rights language. The bill includes a 3 year low rent public housing program, a 1.5 billion slum clearance program, and a four year rural dwelling program under the Agriculture Secretary.
The California Taxpayers Association, at its 24th annual meeting in Los Angeles, unanimously approved a 14 point program calling for tighter limits on state and federal spending. A C Hardison of Santa Paula presented the plan urging rigid economy by state and local governments and surveys of budgets by Hoover Commission analogues. The plan also urged repeal of Proposition 4 and opposed broad veterans benefits.
Patricia Frayne, 22, to wed Frank Bettenhorn, 27, in Minneapolis amid a unique bridal procession. Fire Chief George Lockhart arranging off duty firemen to attend, supply rice and breakfast, vow to escort in a fire engine parade. Bride fears bells and sirens might disrupt ceremony at St Stephen’s Church.
A year-old ram named Lambie on a 1200 acre farm near Wylie, Collin County, Texas, imitates dogs and favors two collies as playmates. He chases rabbits but cannot bite well. Orphaned before weaning, Lambie was raised by seven-year-old Johnnie Scanlon, son of Clifford and Mrs Scanlon.
Detroit officials ordered transit crews to stop patronizing taverns during routes. Drivers were instructed to take breaks only at approved gasoline stations cafes and other designated spots to maintain public dignity and curb suspicions.
In Saginaw Michigan on February 23 1948 Patrick Murphy a 38 year old convicted burglar served as best man at a wedding for Betty Winters 26. The ceremony was a simple double ring event in the county seat with the sheriff attending as best man.
SIRMINGHAM Ala Feb 24 UP All law enforcement officers in Alabama have been directed to arrest persons driving automobiles with concealed license plates as reported in recent parades. Gov James E Folsom issued the directive. Robed and masked mobs have been active in Alabama in recent months. In Talladega County three crosses were burned Saturday night.
A 12 year old boy kept after school for ing with a yoyo was found dead in his home with a .22 caliber rifle by his father. Deputy Sheriff Claude High and Hialeah Police Chief Paul M. Hannan identified the youth as Hunter Lyon Perner. Despondency over school work may have caused his death. The chief said a note read I have decided to end it all.
The New Jersey poultry industry announces a social register for chickens under a statewide enrollment program. Hens and roosters with proper lineage are listed, with males needing a pedigree and dams laying 200 or more eggs annually while hens must produce at least 200 eggs per year.
In Chester Nova Scotia residents gathered fish stranded in trees after flood waters from a dam breach surged eight feet. Neighbors reported pockets of fish in the branches creating an unlikely harvest for dinner as the stream emptied into nearby areas.
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