03 Sep 1948
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1948
Page
1
OMER ANDERSON reports from Berlin that Germany’s military governors face Soviet demands for a Communist run. Western powers may seek limited concessions to end the Berlin blockade, with Sept 15 eyed as a target date for Moscow negotiations.
Residents may register to vote in November as Pa Newe notes. Taylor Street extension gains new white lanes on Thursday with crosswalk lines at Alien Street and Cunningham Avenue. An athletic field will welcome visiting teams this season with new lights ramps and ticket booths. Geary Buick linked to Orlando festival win. Local merchants report strong canning demand as garden produce peaks. A giant radish, 14 1/2 inches long and eight inches around, was shown in The News by two youngsters on Thursday.
The 24 hour period ending at 9 a.m. shows a maximum temperature of 86 and a minimum of 58 with no precipitation. River stage reached 5.1 feet. Year ago the high was 86 and the low 58 with no rain.
Hollywood braces for a major narcotics investigation after arrests of Robert Mitch and Lila Leeds prompt federal inquiry. Officials cite a potential shift in studio operations as Dore Schary calls accusations against individuals unfounded, while industry leaders stress a disciplined workforce of 32,000 in Hollywood.
Tomoya Kawakita, American-born Japanese, found guilty of eight counts of cruelty in a war crimes case tied to a Japanese nickel mine. He faces a possible sentence ranging from five years in prison to death, as prosecutors seek severe punishment for treason and wartime offenses.
Four people died in a fire that destroyed the Brook Farm Inn at Eatontown New Jersey six miles north of Asbury Park. State police said two bodies were recovered and a search continued in the charred building for the remaining victims.
An explosion and ensuing fire at a Gulf service station in Toledo Ohio caused an estimated 175000 dollars in damage. No injuries were reported though several cars stored inside the building were also destroyed.
Diplomas and pins will be awarded to 28 nursing graduates at 7:30 PM in the First Christian Church. Roger W. Rowland, president of the hospital board, will present diplomas and greet guests. Rev. R. D. Thompson of Concord NH will deliver the address titled Sharp Tools.
Four youths died when a car crashed into a 5000 gallon gasoline truck in Hammond Indiana. Three girls aged about 18 or 19 perished instantly and a male youth died later in hospital. Ellice L Copeland 19 of Miami Beach Fla was named by clothing tags. Truck driver William Pratt and helper Tex Schabel escaped as the vehicle and car burned though gas did not explode.
Deportation orders against Alexander Stevens, alleged chief of the U S Communist underground, were expected within about ten days after hearings before the immigration and naturalization service. The case featured testimony that Stevens taught revolutionary techniques at a Moscow school and headed a vast underground apparatus.
Paris Sept 3 Premier-Designate Robert Schuman resigned after a week trying to assemble a cabinet as the Socialist party refused to cooperate. President Auriol sought advice from Edouard Herriot while Schuman cited lack of solidarity among third force groups and inability to form a government capable of public safety.
Montana harvest nears completion as what may be history’s miracle crop of 1948 closes. From low beginnings the wheat rebounded to become the nation’s second largest. Texas to Montana farmers recall the turnabout as combines move toward Canada. Early predictions of a poor season gave way to an unprecedented yield. President Truman’s outlook faded as winter pessimism gave way to a remarkable harvest.
The article notes 251 men registered for City Board 87 and many at locations outside the city. Registration proceeds smoothly with 1924 group to be completed today. The 1925 group to be registered tomorrow and Tuesday. Clare B. listed among Thursday helpers as a principal.
Remains of two Pennsylvania servicemen along with 41 others were returned aboard the Honda Knot. Sgt. Edward T. Obodzinski of New Castle is listed with next of kin Ted Obodzinski of North View Avenue. Sgt. William E. Black of Grove City is linked to next of kin John E. Black of 919 Main Street.
A sudden Hibok Hibok eruption on Camiguin Island north of Mindanao terrifies residents. Fifteen tremors preceded the eruption as lava and ash cover the island. Rescue ships including the Eugene Sykes move to evacuate people toward Misamis Oriental.
Government reports show wholesale prices fell 0.5 percent and department store sales sank 8 percent amid a heat wave. Officials warn high living costs remain a major burden for American households as price indexes trend upward again.
Mayor and City Council met with Dr. H. E. Alderfer of Penn State’s Institute of Local Government to review proposed changes in the local tax structure. The discussion covered Act 481 impacts, questions from taxpayers, and information on taxes used by other municipalities.
An Atlantic Avenue resident accidentally severed a main telephone cable while excavating a water line trench. The 600 pair line powered outages across the southern city and North Beaver township areas, including West Field and Enterprise lines. Bell Telephone expects restoration by evening with estimated damage around 600 dollars.
Infant Frank of 100 Montgomery Avenue noted in death record with location Ferrell Pennsylvania. The brief entry lists Mrs W P Long and indicates a death record dated Friday September 3 1948.
A Reuters dispatch from Prague reports the death of former Czechoslovak president Eduard Benes at 6 15 PM local time after a lingering illness. The report comes via London based Reuters bureau.
A large U S superfortress participating in Operation Danser amid Anglo American maneuvers crashed into the Scheldt river near The Hague. All crew members bailed out and were reported safe due to an engine failure. SOS signals indicated difficulties as rescue units patrolled the area.
Cleveland officials push to 57 entrants for the National Air Races as time trials extend new pilots to qualify. Saum of Baltimore becomes the 10th to qualify for the Thompson Trophy. Bendix Derby field shrinks with two pilots grounded Jack Becker reports P 36 Lightning failure and E M Molivar notes Borborne Mosquito trouble in Buffalo.
Bulletin from New York reports truck drivers seeking immediate peace with no motion to confirm rumors. The terse dispatch highlights a developing labor dispute with no clear settlement yet.
Fire swept their Cleveland home on East Euclid. Nine month old died. two boys and a parent escaped through a third-door window as flames engulfed a first floor bedroom. Battalion Fire Chief Ferdinand Boehmer said cause undetermined after the blaze. Mother carried a child in her arms. husband leaped from the window.
A garbled local sports note mentions Arthur Mometer and a failing football squad seeking improvement. The coach seems cited with unclear details and the backfield group is described weakly, implying slow, hindered play.
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