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Portsmouth Times

Location

Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1948

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Ohio Rejected Plan to Overhaul State Government

Chicago research firm's bid to revamp Ohio state government was rejected. State Auditor Ferguson halted payment for the Public Administration Service survey which proposed abolishing elective offices and many departments. The plan's cost and potential savings sparked debate as lawmakers weigh next steps and a supplemental report.

Reed South Associated Press Colimbub Chicago Ohio Joseph T. Ferguson Public Administration Service Ohio Survey B.C Sager Arnel N.Y Long Beach Cone Portsmouth News Offi Fale Chio House of Representatives Pala Tepistature Sen A Femanly Ts Chinms Sait G. Pope Sun Flan Magst Corporation Avereé

More Flakes May Arrive Saturday Weather Update

Snow fell in Sevita County and a moderate west wind parts the sky. Central Ohio saw lighter snow with roads improving while temperatures hovered near freezing. Observers reported 26 to 33 degrees and a forecast of cloudy, cold conditions with possible rain later.

Sevita Reahy Ohio Columbus Zes Schurman Lam Met Schirrman Tain Eno

French Jurist Denounces U S Supreme Court Signal

Paris dispatch quotes Dr. De Vabres condemning the U S Supreme Court decision as undermining international justice. He warns it weakens international jurisdiction and the UN stance against genocide, comparing it to the Nuremberg trials and Tokyo war crimes proceedings.

Daniel Bebanan International Netafe Waile Paris Dev Fearie U.S Supreme Counci Tokyo International Aw Quriar U.S. Supreme Court

Stores Open Late for Holiday Shoppers in Portsmouth

Local merchants in Greater Portsmouth extend hours to aid Christmas gifting. Stores stay open Saturday night until 9 PM with regular late openings on multiple nights through December 23, per the Retail Merchants Association. Traffic increases at the post office as the first Christmas mail rush begins. Postmaster George L Gableman urges early mailing. In Moscow, Radio Moscow reports Russia sent a stern note to Finland over actions deemed hostile to Soviet interests.

Portsmouth Mam Dad Ana Sie Dymnity Bnss Ste Ohstrved Aggier Cieistrass Retail Merchants Association Ports Couuts George L_ Gableman

Estate Drains $164,518 Value Amid Charities Bequest

The will of James reeled estate trustee William A. Topkins reports the gross value at $164,518 with net $151,266 after maintenance taxes of $1,92. Charities including Mercy and Smith Bereft Hospitals receive $1,000 each. Several churches and homes receive legacies while remaining balance goes to relatives and friends.

WAMCG Brech Ajr Camp Cay Aluden James Reel William A. Topkins Ralph A. Stevens Mercy Smith Beerdtt Presbyterian Temple Trinity Methodist Aftor Kimble & Schanko

Pellegrinon Named New Boston Service Director

Homer Peflegrinon a war veteran and school teacher will become the safety and service director of New Boston. Veroal Riffe said he chose Perlegrinon, the outstanding candidate, to fill the post vacated by Ted W. Stratton who resigned to become county commissioner.

Homer Peflegrinon Géthia New Boston Veroal Riffe Perlegrinon Ted W. Stratton Stratton Mealy Ohi Northern, University Ned Boston Tie

Dow Resumes Well Activity In Ohio Region

Dow Chemical resumes well activity near Ohio with depths between 4 000 and 9 000 feet. The company reports experiments under way and permissions granted to proceed with waste handling and potential manufacturing steps at the silo. Dow officials say periods of three months may be required to finish the job.

Ohio River I Une ‘Daw Company Fsmads Chemical Din Midland Mich Tom

Chambers Quits Senior Editor Post Amid Spy Probe

Whitaker Chambers resigns as senior editor of a major magazine amid the Senate espionage inquiry. The resignation follows testimony about secret documents allegedly shared with Red spies. Levy says Chambers offered papers to the committee. Hiss sues for 25 000 dollars.

Chambers New York Whitaker Chambers Thane Mrz Priscilla Hiss Alger Féderal Levit Tawye Brooklyn

North Atlantic Pact No 1 Job For Congress

The State Department prepares a sweeping East Congress program with North Atlantic security pact priority. Proposals cover military aid to non Communist Western nations, Greek Turkish aid, Korea support, and broadening reciprocal trade. Action includes ratifying the pact as a treaty and advancing Vandenberg era objectives amid a three year trade plan and displaced persons act reforms.

William Thels Washington State Department East Congress Korea Tegislas Willon Eam North Atlantic Senate Vandenberg Chambi Ma Itw Isi G.O.P International Trade Organization Packtie Islands

United States weighs European deman ds in long pact plan

U S plans a careful look at European demands amid months of negotiations. The pact would bind signatories to long term military aid and could renew after decade intervals, reflecting cautious U S commitment.

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Dispute Over Boilers Triggers Double Tragedy

In St Paul a workplace dispute at a railway shop culminated in a fatal shooting. John J. Hitt aged 54 killed four co workers, then killed himself after failing to replace boiler covers during a state inspection. The victims include Jinrhs 65, Birth yi Buhrman 48, and Joseph T. Murray 65, all named as coworkers. The slayer was Hitt’s colleague Hill, who fired a deep rifle into the group before dying by his own hand.

Meni John J. Hitt Jinrhs Viet L Yi Buhrman Joseph T. Murray St. Paul Hill

Kettle Day in Portsmouth Warms Christmas Aid Efforts

The Salvation Army and local groups in Portsmouth coordinate Kettle Day events set for Saturday at Selby Shoe Co and other sites to raise funds for Christmas aid. Co chairs Homer M. Brown and John Wes Becrdt urge community support to match 1997 giving levels, which funded food orders, toy and candy distribution, veteran gifts, and sun shine baskets for patients and families in Scioto County.

Gallia Street Poremouth Selby Shoe Porisrapntn Ule Lonn Griffin Arsternest Dunaway Sime Individusl Chistother of Commerce Homer M. Brown John Wes Salvation Army Becrdt Salva Tiny Lta Portsmouth New Boston Scinta County Salvation Army

Chiang Extends Martial Law

ENS Aviad reports that Chiang Kai-shek extends martial law amid rising security concerns, outlining expanded authority for military and police forces and ongoing moves to stabilize Shanghai and surrounding areas. The extension signals intensified control and uncertain civilian impacts.

Protect AM Shanghai De Le Whe Se By Adm Oscae C Badger

Reported actions describe Allied naval forces under Admiral Badger in the Shanghai area as Red troops attempt to disrupt Nationalist communications behind the Neal River. Soviet and nationalist forces are said to be contesting crossings near the Hwai Bend ten miles northwest of Ting while government sources note Comratinists pressing toward the Hwai river.

Shanghai DE le Whese Adm Oscae C. Badger, Commmander The Yangtze Hwai St Ting

Madame Chiang Visits Truman For Aid At Blair House

Madame Chiang Kai-shek met with President Truman at Blair House to appeal for American aid. She held two conferences with Secretary of State Marshall after arrival. Truman offered a cordial reception with no firm stance on strong action.

Madame Chiang Trumans Anneal Washington Truman Chiang Kai-shek Chini Blair House Truan

Writer Ordered to Leave Hungary

New York Health Tribune foreign correspondent Homer Fagart says Hungarian police ordered his expulsion by tonight. No reason given. editor Ke Bignet reported by cable that a rationale is hoped for tomorrow.

Hungary New York Homer Fagart New York Health Tribune Ian Cable

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