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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1949

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Campaign Train of President Truman Rolls Again

President Truman travels aboard his old campaign train on the anniversary of a grand political victory. He plans a non political bipartisan speech in St Paul Minnesota at 10 30 p m EST to renew his Fair Deal program and blast reactionaries. The trip follows Dewey's defeat concession and marks Truman Day in Minnesota's centennial celebration.

Truman ST. Paul Minn Bist Congress Congress Thomas E. Dewey Kansas City Muehleback Excelsior Springs Minnesota

Kindly Hobo To Be Buried By Friends

NEW YORK AP Flowers will nod and a violin will sing today at the funeral of Dan O'Brien. The 91 year old hoboe named himself king of hoboes and died last Saturday. Friends pledged expenses for a decent burial, and others offered a limousine, floral pieces, and a violinist, ensuring a proper service from Bellevue Hospital chapel to a grave on Staten Island.

New York Dan O'Brien O’brien Morris Morenstern O'Brien Morgenstern Aga Sammy Fuchs Bowery Dan Potter’s Fuchs Bellevue Hospital Staten Is

Death of Harry DeVault From Accidental Truck Injury

Columbus AP reports Harry M. DeVault, 72, died at St. Francis Hospital from injuries suffered October 25 when a truck backed over his head. He died yesterday after the accident prompted by the incident in Columbus.

Columbus Harry M. DeVault St. Francis Hospital

CIO Turns Attention To Political Chores National And Abroad

The CIO shifts focus to domestic and international political tasks amid internal purge talks at its convention. The federation, critical of Taft Hartley repeal failures, contemplates foreign policy debates as it teams with AFL and foreign unions to form a World Labor Congress. Leftist unions face expulsion, while leaders like Murray and Reuther urge caution as factions clash over control and strategy.

CIO Cleveland AUIS Fewewe Committee PAC Cios Congress Truman House Senate AFL and Labor Federations World Labor Congress World Federation of Trade Unions WFTU Harry Bridges United Electrical Workers Albert Fitzgerald New York Walter Reuther Reuther United Auto Workers Resolutions Fitzgerald Murray Philip Murray CIO Ood Tobacco and Agricultural Workers United Public Workers West Coast

Former Hamilton City Manager Slugged At Home

Former Hamilton city manager Howard Hack Wilson was assaulted at his north Hamilton home shortly after 4 am. Deputies saw one attacker strike Wilson and he alleged the assailants belonged to the city's underground tied to a gambling syndicate. A Walsh's Cafe raid occurred less than two hours earlier, seizing four slot machines.

Hamilton Howard Hack) Wilson Erie Motors Company Wilson Butler County Louis Fritz A. N. Peters Camoo Armete Coun

Boy 14 Questioned In Fatal Stabbing At Juvenile Home

Kenneth Miller, 14, questioned about stabbing house mother Estalla Tusch, 61, at Starr Commonwealth for Boys in Marshall Michigan. He admitted the slaying saying a grudge caused it. psychiatrists seek reason. Prosecution cannot file in circuit court due to age.

Marshall Mich Kenneth Miller Estalla Starr Commonwealth Tusch George H. DeMund Kenneth DeMund Mrs. Tusch Mrs Tusch Bridgeport Westerville

Federal jury awards $10,000 to Cleveland boy in auto crash

Two years ago Andrew Black, six, of Cleveland, was in a Sandusky County auto crash in which no car was hit. A federal jury ordered American Telephone and Telegraph Company to pay $10,000 after Mrs. Clyde White of Clyde testified she swerved to avoid a company car, causing the accident. Black suffered back injuries and aggravated arthritis.

Cleveland Andrew Black Sandusky County Clyde White Clyde, O American Telephone and Telegram Company Black A. T

Pact Talks Snagged In Yugoslavia Trade Pact Talks

British Yugoslav negotiations for a 569 million five year trade pact have hit a snag after nearly nine months of talks. Sir Charles Peake, British ambassador to Belgrade, will fly to London Friday to help iron out the difficulties. The nature of the issues was not disclosed.

Belgrade Yugoslavia Charles Peake London

President Truman May Face Tax Hikes to Balance Budget

President Truman may ask Congress for a 25 percent or larger tax increase to cover a projected $5.5 billion deficit for the year ending June 30. Experts say some taxes could rise by 25 percent while others stay near present levels, with broad across the board hikes deemed unlikely.

Washington Truman Congress Tuman Treasury Senate Finance Committee Senate

Cardinal Marmaggi Dies at 73 After Heart Attack

Francesco Cardinal Marmaggi, age 73 and a top Vatican administrator, died after a heart attack. He was prefect of the Congregation of the Council and directed enforcement of decrees of the Council of Trent. His death lowers the College of Cardinals to 54 members. Vatican sources noted potential American candidates for elevation at the next Consistory, including Archbishop Richard J. Cusine of Boston and Archbishops John T. McNicholas, John Joseph Mitty, and Joseph E. Ritter.

Rome Francesco Cardinal Marmaggi Vatican Cardinal Marmaggi Sacred College Council Council of Trent College of Cardinals Pius XII Giovanni Battista Montini Vatican Secretariat of State Congregation of the Council Richard J. Cusine Boston John T. McNicholas Cincinnati John Joseph Mitty San Francisco Joseph E. Ritter St. Louis

Divers Search Bolivian Plane After Potomac Crash

Navy divers rasping the Potomac recovered parts of a dangerous P-38 fighter involved in a collision with an Eastern Air Lines plane. The crash killed 55 people. the Bolivian pilot Erick Rios Bridoux survived with severe injuries. Authorities pressed on with locating the Bolivian aircraft and investigating radio warnings.

Washington Navy Potomac River Eastern Air Lines Erick Rios Bridoux Alexandria Lyse

Court frees top American Communists on bail pending appeal

The U S Court of Appeals ruled today that 11 top American Communists convicted of conspiracy may be released on bail while appealing the case. Seven defendants could post $20,000 each and four $30,000 each, far below the government’s request for a total bail of $1,000,000.

New York U. S. Court of Appeals

Ukulele craze returns with retro porch-to-car swing

The article recalls a revived ukulele trend sweeping the land, linking today’s youth strumming in cars to past porch serenades. It notes parents once chased suitors away, while today’s players are older, still chasing the charm of the instrument and romance with the ukulele at heart.

Probe Ordered After $300,000 Fire At State School Building

A fire at the Columbus State School for the Feeble Minded damaged the attic of a three and a half story administration building. About 150 girls were evacuated unharmed as fire crews fought the blaze. Fire officials suspect a torch used by workmen started the fire while a water outage hampered efforts. Judge Lamneck questioned rebuilding, estimating five to six hundred thousand dollars for full repair. Fourteen companies responded to three alarms, with smoke visible two miles away.

Columbus Frank Columbus State School Lausche Lily Thei Wormen Batallion Harry W. Caldwell Columbus Fire Prevention Bureau Sais Glenn Browning William G. Layton J. D. Snyder Layton Snyder F. L. Keiser John H. Lamneck State Welfare

Battle looms on import plan in Congress debate

Secretary of State Acheson told the National Foreign Trade Council in New York that the United States runs a $6 billion trade gap last year and must reverse 30 years of policy. President Truman said creditors must correct the imbalance as Congress prepares to consider proposed increases in imports by several billion dollars annually.

Washington Congress State Acheson New York Acheson National Foreign Trade Council United States American Europe Truman

Dr D V Courtwright Dies From Crash Injuries

Paris Kentucky AP reports injuries from October 24 traffic crash proved fatal yesterday to Dr. D V Courtwright, 74, of Circleville Ohio. The accident occurred in Paris causing the physician to die from his injuries.

Paris D. V. Courtright Circleville, O

Indiana mine owners reject Lewis proposal in separate talks

Washington reports indicate Indiana mine owners refused separate negotiations with John L. Lewis amid the 46 day coal strike. Officials say government action could follow if no progress is made next week, affecting President Truman and broader labor disputes.

Washington John L. Lewis Emy Indiana John L Lewis Ashington Truman Indiatore Jana Opera Night Henry Schricker Indikana

Navy chief signals no big shakeup after leadership change

Admiral for P indicated today efforts will be made to talk out troubles before heads roll. Sherman will have a say on any cause for dismissal as he seeks harmony in the armed forces. Sherman took the oath at the Pentagon and expects support from admirals as he shoals out tensions between the Navy and other services. Denfeld remains in limbo after being removed from Atlantic Mediterranean duties.

Washington Ademiral Navy Naval Creations R Sherman Matthews Toy Air Force Sherman Pentagon Mirals Louis E. Denfeld Denfeld Naval Operations Atlantic-Mediterranean Mia Westboro

Solomon Guggenheim Dies at 88 in Long Island Estate

Solomon R. Guggenheim senior member of America's mining family died at Trilliora Court on Long Island at age 88. Active in the Guggenheim Brothers firm until three weeks before his death his health declined this week drawing his three daughters home. Irene his wife was with him and a daughter and son in law Henry Obre were present. His eldest daughter Countess Castle Stewart flew home from England. He formed the Guggenheim Foundation in 1937 to encourage and popularize art.

Port Washington N. Y Solomon R. Guggenheim America Long Island Trilliora Court Irene Henry Obre Baltimore Countess Castle Stewart England Guggenheim Guggenheim Brothers Meyer Guggenheim North South America Irene M. Rothschild

Oil Heater Ad Promises Cash For Winter Gear

A compact classified notice urges readers to sell their oil heaters and other heating units during cold weather. It mentions Mr. Forrest of 1608 Ave and hints at help from journal help lines to place a Want Ad for quick cash.

Forrest Ave Jack Frost Miss June Miss Lee

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