14 Sep 1948
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1948
Page
1
Col. Howley said the United States will not concede to Russians and that Berliners are firmly committed to western democracies. He accused the Soviets of plundering the eastern zone and warned four power talks fail to curb Moscow while the western blockade supporters prepare for winter privations.
The article notes leaves beginning to fall in large numbers from various trees and mentions about 12 more days of fasting time for city and county residents. Court House and new terminal clocks will not need resets after carrying summer time.
United States daily weather report for the 24 hour period ending at a.m. today shows a maximum of 89 and a minimum of 48 with no precipitation. River stage stands at 5.1 feet.Readings for the same date last year recorded a maximum 82 minimum 65 and .16 inches of precipitation.
Senator Hickenlooper after touring three major atomic establishments in Washington said Russia still lacks atomic weapons. He asserted the United States retains preeminence and exclusive ownership of bombs, expressing doubt that any other country has them.
A massive brush fire near Ojai California prompted evacuation of about 3500 residents and Miners Oak as volunteers and commandeered vehicles moved civilians from the path. Fire roared from Los Padres National Forest and had blackened over 10000 acres threatening the town’s two-block business core.
The House committee pressed a search for "Arthur Adams" described as one of the most important Soviet agents. Rep. Thomas said Adams’ assignment was procuring atomic and radar secrets. Officials speculate Adams could link Canada’s Russian spy ring to U S groups seeking the atomic bomb.
Fall meeting of the Community Chest Board of Directors will be held on Thursday September 16 at 7 30 p m at The Castleton hotel The Budget Committee will submit its report for ratification and the goal for this year's campaign is expected to be set at the meeting Revised by laws adopted at the June meeting will be brought up for final approval at next Thursday's gathering.
Secretary of State Marshall leads 70 U S delegates aboard the S S America for the United Nations General Assembly in Paris. Washington vows no appeasement and signals a crackdown on Soviet propaganda maneuvers as the conference opens.
Prominent local attorney William J Caldwell was named chairman of the advanced gifts division in this year’s Community Chest drive. General chairman Sidney L. Fine said Caldwell’s consent ensures progress and that the division is forming with plans for opening campaigns.
In Augusta Maine Republicans swept the first presidential year election with Margaret Chase Smith the first Maine woman elected to the Senate. Early tallies show Smith 83 811 votes to 22 143 for Adrian Scolten while Frick G. Payne leads with 78 189 over Louis Lausier 25 942. Democratic candidates for major offices concede defeat.
Jameson Memorial hospital awaits a new administrator after C Robert Youngquist leaves today for a co administrator role at Buhl hospital in Sharon. Roger W Rowland hospital board president said several qualified applicants compete and a decision is expected shortly.
Indian authorities announced rapid gains across the Hyderabad invasion with a spearhead reportedly within 20 miles of Secunderabad. Dominion forces with tanks artillery and aircraft advanced along the 100 mile road from Sholapur toward Hyderabad, forcing many Razakars to surrender.
State Highway Department crews will resurface Butler Road Route 422 east of the city this summer. Work begins at Willow Brook and continues through Rose Point. full closure not planned, traffic maintained with a later surface update. Alfred Martin, county superintendent, announced the project.
Paris September 14 The last minute four power conference on Italy s African colonies nears failure with a September 15 deadline for a Big Four accord. If no agreement is reached the issue goes to the United Nations General Assembly meeting in Paris September 21. Session bogged down by fruitless talks after Soviet delegate Vishinsky accused the West of blocking progress.
Union high school's new Agricultural Education program uses on the farm demonstrations. Students visit local farms and greenhouses to learn harvesting methods. At Weinschenk’s, they helped harvest bean crops and learned why Black Valentine beans are preferred, with 36 to 37 pounds per bushel.
London September 14 King George VI opened a four minute session to consider a bill reducing the Lords delaying power from two years to one. The move aims to speed labor driven reforms including steel nationalization. Queen Elizabeth accompanied the king as cheering crowds greeted the royal procession.
Mrs. Taito Puromaki, 33, of Best View Avenue in Bessemer, died on Tuesday, September 14, 1948. She was a resident of the area and is survived by relatives in the community.
Gen Lucius D Clay said there is no reason to believe war is imminent. He noted Russia aims to destroy the western sector in Berlin and that Soviets would not go beyond that. The US military governor spoke at a news conference and said peaceful UN policy in Berlin seeks to exhaust all peaceful means. Berlin talks were suspended by mutual agreement and could resume on call.
The report notes Governor Arthur Coolidge and several statewide incumbents unopposed for renomination. Only the governor and other top figures appear uncontested while contests await for remaining offices on the ticket.
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