29 Dec 1951
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1951
Page
1
UN negotiators concede on aerial observation to break the deadlock in Korea. Communists agree to share information on captured soldiers as the Allies reveal a six point plan for truce policing and limits on troop movements and base improvements.
New York AP reports Tallulah Banishead is happy after a jury exonerated her and convicted her former maid secretary, Mrs. Bvylee Cronin, on three counts of second degree larceny. Cronin faces 7 1/4 to 15 years, with sentencing set January 24.
The Post Office Department declines to argue about the Betsy Ross three cent stamp to be issued in Philadelphia on January 2. Public Affairs Press editor M B Schnapper challenged the stamp, alleging it promotes a legend lacking documentary support. Officials say the story is a beautiful tale whether or not proven, and the stamp stands as such.
Seoul reports the Korean War losses totaling 1,515,683 for the combined Chinese and North Korean Communist forces with 216,721 battle casualties inflicted by United Nations troops since the truce talks began. North Korean toll listed at 692,357 and U N troops incurred 692,357 casualties. Allied air forces conducted 237 sorties by noon with Sabres probing MiG alleys and bombers striking supply dumps as ground actions remained limited.
Senator Douglas called General Eisenhower the overwhelming favorite of the great mass of the American people for the presidency and predicted many Democrats would vote for him if he becomes the Republican nominee. He said he would not accept the Democratic nomination in 1952 if offered.
Four U S airmen gave a full account of their 40 days in Communist Hungary to U S intelligence officers. A Washington State official named Klaus was delaying a public news conference. Col Park Holland said the press event would wait until the official arrived. The airmen were released after a 120000 dollar fine. They were flown back to Erding Germany after a tense interrogation and a hero’s welcome at the base.
Washington reports show U S retaliation after four airmen were jailed in Hungary with a swift denial of broad diplomatic break. Acheson bans U S travel to Hungary and closes two consulates while keeping the legation open, signaling harsher future responses and seeking release of American Robert Vogeler. Senators call for stronger moves though officials say a break would be ineffective.
City laborers will see hourly wages rise from 1.20 to 1.38 early in 1952, announced City Manager Edward C. Peterson. The move follows a New England engineers corps notice that Portsmouth Newington air base laborers will earn 1.8144 per hour, sparking contractor protests over private project hiring at lower rates.
Offshore storms drive ships toward danger along Europe's Atlantic coast. Seven vessels including two American freighters send SOS calls as 89 mph gales whip seas. Flying Enterprise lists 45 degrees with 40 crew and 10 passengers aboard. Queen Mary docks late at Southampton. Land’s End area sees the strongest impacts with tugs aiding panamanian Buccaneer and Henry Stevenson seeking rescue.
UMW president John L. Lewis charged the Chicago, Wilmington & Franklin Coal Co. with fault in the West Frankfort mine explosion that killed 119. He cited shifting earth and methane buildup three to five days prior, urging areas be sealed until gas cleared. Company president George Barrington said he had not studied the reports and offered sympathy. Federal investigators said ignition by electrical equipment igniting methane likely started the blast amid coal dust and insufficient rock dust.
Walter White of the NAACP charged that Communists foment violence in Florida citing the Moore bombing, Groveland case unrest, and recent attacks on a housing center, churches, and a Miami Jewish center. He warned law and order has collapsed in Florida and that names of aiding individuals will be given to officials after further checks.
Washington negotiators meet with auto leaders to protect defense metals and curb unemployment. Defense Mobilizer Wilson and Fleischmann defend planned April to June reductions in steel copper and aluminum allotments, while automakers and Detroit officials warn of sharp job losses raising local unemployment from about 125000 to potentially 200000.
A basement fire at Louis Dion's 189 Colonial Drive caused about $2,500 in damage last night. Fire Chief George T. Cogan said the blaze likely started in a heap of rubbish at the foot of the cellar stairs, with extensive damage to floors and wiring but confined to the basement. Notice: reservations for St Catherine's Men's Club New Year's Eve party call 4203 M 912 or 1655.
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