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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1948
Page
1
Senate Republicans failed to uncover proof in the espionage inquiry and dropped efforts to break the filibuster on civil rights legislation. GOP leaders planned to push bank and credit controls, aim for adjournment, and seek to revise senate rules to curb southern opposition next year.
Isika Schwimmer 70, born in Hungary and a noted feminist, died after a yearlong illness at Mt Sinai. Her career spanned half a century marked by militant peace campaigning, including a 1915 bid to secure a peace voyage with Ford that ended in funds controversy but later vindication. She also challenged military service, claiming she would not bear arms in wartime.
G G Kuester of Des Moines announces candidacy for reelection as speaker of the Iowa House in 1949 despite saying he did not intend to seek the post. He faces no opposition in November general election for county representative and cites calls from many potential lawmakers.
The American campaign Asiatic Pacific campaign and good conduct medals were awarded posthumously to Sam C. Morrow SK/2c. He was killed in action in the Java Sea while serving aboard the U S S Pillsbury. The medals were sent to his mother Mrs Helen Morrow of Oelwein by the Chief of Naval Personnel in Washington D C.
LONDON UP Bill Smith of Hawaii won the Olympic 400 meter swimming championship, setting a new Olympic record of 4 minutes 41 seconds. Jim McLane of Akron, Ohio, placed second with 4:43.4, breaking his own prelim record. Bill Porter of Northwestern won the 110 meter high hurdles in 13.9 seconds, a new Olympic mark, with Clyde Scott of Arkansas and Craig Dixon of UCLA taking second and third as the U.S. swept the hurdles.
Regis Harrington was sworn in as Ochwwein's mayor to serve the unexpired term of R. W. Zuber. Clerk Cleon Spoo administered the oath before the council. Harrington, a former councilman and oil company owner, led a 1947 election win and oversaw parking meters, cemetery improvements, and city planning efforts during his tenure.
The Oelwein fire department answered three calls in three hours on Tuesday. At 4:45 a steel car loaded with baled hay on a Chicago Great Western rip track caught fire from a welding torch. At 7:25 a fire in the Anthony Rubino residence at 721 2nd Street NW produced smoke from a fallen furnace pipe. At 7:45 firemen returned to the same hay load to extinguish remaining flames after unloading to inspect for hotspots.
Mrs. Oswald B. Lord, head of the U S committee for the International Children's Emergency Fund, sails to inspect UNICEF operations in Europe. She will visit France first, has visas for Poland and Czechoslovakia, and may tour Yugoslavia and Hungary. The fund feeds 4.5 million children in 12 war devastated countries, with 20 to 30 million needing extra nourishment, funded by 21 nations including the United States contributing over 32 million dollars.
Bill Hicks was installed as commander of the Ross Reid American Legion post at a regular meeting. Other officers named for the year include Churchill Williams sr vice-commander Ken McNerney ye vice commander John Duncan adjutant Herb Colby finance officer E. E. Stoup chaplain Ivan Hanson sergeant at arms Art Frye historian and executive committee members Robert Hines George Jamison and Roy Anderson. Dr L W Sachs elected to a three year trustee term. Delegates for the state convention at Des Moines Aug 8 11 were named with transport and lodging arranged. Plans for the legion and auxiliary summer picnic were completed with Essie Finch named chairman. Lunch followed served by auxiliary members.
North Carolina health officials found the polio outbreak easing after yesterday's report of 16 new cases, the lowest daily total in about a month. Duncombe County, including Asheville, saw no new cases as authorities limited public gatherings and Cumberland County reported one case with restrictions on children under 16 in public.
James Deyo purchases the Thorpe Cafe located on 101st street S. W. from E T Thorpe and assumes management on Monday. Thorpe plans affiliate with a Des Moines construction firm.
Barbed wire and extra guards circle the Soviet military headquarters in Berlin and housing areas for Soviet soldiers families after a Monday attack on Soviet sector police by German civilians. The Kremlin and Western Berlin authorities clash over financial control as Soviet accounts in western zones are frozen, halting salaries for about 750,000 workers. Lt. Gen. Sir Brian Robertson was summoned to London for foreign office discussions linked to Moscow talks.
William Joseph of Cresco remains jailed in West Union as county officials prepare to file charges for alleged attempts to kill his wife. Sheriff Fred House said County Attorney E S Estey would act this afternoon. The incident occurred Monday evening when, during a car ride, Joseph reportedly tried to wreck the vehicle and fired a .22 pistol at his wife. The couple had separated in Munice Indiana six weeks earlier and she has stayed with her parents in Cresco while visiting her sister in Sumner.
Washington report reveals a hush hush army project to de bray mules before overseas service. Officials cite fears of revealing soldiers to the enemy and assure the procedure is painless, with mules regaining their voices later.
Independence obituary notes Lois Haskins 85 dies at home after illness. Funeral services set for Thursday at 2:30 p m at People's Funeral home with burial in Oakwood cemetery. Born February 21, 1863 in Iowa City she lived in Independence for 60 years. Surviving cousins include Elsie Harris of Edmond Oklahoma.
United Press reports the Dixiecrats have 24 electoral votes pledged to their States Rights ticket and aim to throw the election to the House. Mississippi joins with Alabama and Florida in pledges, with North Carolina and Louisiana also expected to back Thurmond Wright. Dewey may push a State Department reorganization, favoring a trained diplomatic corps. Labor leaders vow to challenge Taft Hartley ban in campaign plans.
City budget adopted unanimously sets expenses at 209,092 with revenue raised from taxation up to 104,922, reflecting higher costs yet expecting drops in other income. The plan assumes property value at 4,264,233 and funds for improvements, snow removal, water works, fire, libraries, parks, and cemeteries receive boosts amid wage and material cost rises.
Municipal Judge Harry Grund ruled that under Iowa law a minor reaches majority at marriage and dismissed charges against William Evans, 20, and Al Comito, tavern operator, for beer purchases and sales to a minor. The report also notes Air Corps volunteer Deeny, a Mason City resident and Waucoma High School graduate.
Secretary of State Marshall announced a formal secrecy blackout on details of the Monday Kremlin meeting among Stalin and Western envoys. He said no statements will be issued and that speculation could harm delicate diplomatic negotiations over the Berlin crisis and four power talks. The ban extends to London Paris and Moscow, with informants also withholding comment.
Iowa was one of 11 states exceeding its reduced National Guard strength after the new draft law. Adjutant General Charles H. Grahl reported the guard now lists 7,005 personnel, with 6,427 enlisted and 578 officers, above the June 24 authorized 6,696. He said no immediate cuts will occur, but attrition may reduce to the authorized level.
The State Historical Department reports errors in Iowa flag imagery including the eagle’s tail feathers hidden behind a wing and the state bird the Eastern Goldfinch shown incorrectly. Engravings and banners misrepresented the eagle and goldfinch have been corrected with new lifelike color drawings by wildlife artist Maynard Reese for updated state documents.
Westgate residents vote Monday August 9 on a bond to fund a new fire station for housing the community truck.
Washington officials said a three year half million dollar probe found no evidence strong enough to prosecute in the Bentley and Chambers case. They cited missing documents and witnesses unwilling to confess as key obstacles. Congress heard that White House intervention kept accused individuals in government roles. Elizabeth Bentley alleged ties between Silvermaster and wartime spying, with Currie named as a source of information.
Raymond Harford, an Occo Chemical Co. employee, lost the little finger on his right hand after his hand was caught in a pulley while unloading a car at the plant Tuesday. The other fingers were mangled but saved. he was treated at Mercy Hospital and released Wednesday morning.
The Metropolitan Opera association canceled all plans for the 1948 49 season after failing to reach a wage agreement with Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians. It would mark the Met’s first missed season in 50 years due to a $220 000 deficit last season and no wage increases could be granted.
City council voted to extend two hour parking on several streets including Frederick to 3rd St SE and 1st Ave E to King and Prestons. Meter installation was discussed but not approved for downtown streets. Health officials proposed talks on sewage disposal with area engineer McAnister amid plans for a swimming pool and new pool bond drive.
Washington congressman Sol Bloom says he knows the mystery melody on ABC radio Stop the Music because he wrote it. He identifies Sun Dance, an Indian tune he co wrote in 1901 with Leo Friedman, adding about 317000 in prizes go to the correct caller.
Bob Schanke remains in critical condition after an early yesterday morning auto accident. He has not regained consciousness. J Brian Hovey, with facial injuries and shock, is reported in similar condition by a hospital regent.
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