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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1949
Page
9
West Berlin residents welcomed reports that Russia planned to lift the blockade soon. Informants linked to the Soviet military administration said immediate technical preparations were ordered. No official confirmation was available.
The Senate Finance Committee approved the House passed oleomargarine tax repeal bill by a voice vote. Chairman George announced the measure moves to the Senate, with no clear vote date due to other pressing legislation. An amendment to cut excise taxes was rejected 7-6.
A wall collapsed 48 feet underground in a Chicago sewer tunnel during a shift change. About twenty workers were stunned but all reached the surface without serious injuries as authorities attributed the mishap to a sudden air pressure release.
The United States delivered a note to Soviet officials in New York asking for a formal statement on when and how the Berlin blockade would be lifted. Ambassador Jessup met Malik at the Soviet mission to discuss a shift to a written format and a timetable.
Chiang Kai-shek, in retirement since Jan. 21, urges support for Li Tsung-jen's government and predicts a possible third world war if Communists prevail. He links the Soochow battle to a broader war with Communist forces, promising to endure suffering and fight as Japan was opposed to Communism.
Granville Brown, East Park Negro, released on $500 bond. He must appear Friday morning before Magistrate T. N. Thurman on a charge of damaging a Smith and Weston pistol owned by Louella Beckley. Brown Rivers lives at her boarding house. bond furnished by Childress.
Secretary Acheson urged Congress to approve the North Atlantic Treaty and a $1.5 billion foreign military assistance program as parallel steps for world security. He testified that the 12 nation pact and aid plan aim to strengthen Western defenses against Soviet aggression, while noting the treaty does not bind Congress to arms funding. The Senate hearing opened with optimism that ratification would proceed despite Berlin crisis developments.
William J. Fal ner of Washington D C leads interviews to assess injuries of disabled miners under Dr Deane Brooke. He will contact serious cases and arrange hospital care for paraplegics while visiting those who have returned from medical centers to determine further rehabilitation needs.
Rev. W. B. Marvey of Prosperity Baptist Church invited Beckley council members to a Sunday service in Prosperity to hear him critique gambling. Mayor Grover G. Hedrick promised to attend. Marvey accuses local groups and radio of promoting gambling as he pressures moral welfare concerns.
A Northern Democrat seeks a civil rights amendment to the Wood labor bill, opposed by Southern Democrats and Republicans. Debate centers on whether to repeal Taft Hartley and rewrite its provisions, with prospects uncertain and House votes expected close.
Washington announces removal of export controls on more than 500 items enabling shipment to Soviet bloc nations or any destination without licenses. Secretary Sawyer says this doubles license free goods and marks a step toward restoring normal trade in non strategic commodities. The move largely excludes underwear and apparel items from the new license free category.
Willard's Cut Rate Store owned by Mr and Mrs Willard Sherlock will open tonight in Crab Orchard beside James Grocery at the forks to Glen White. The brick building contains a fountain, booths, counters and shelves and will offer a full drug line with sandwiches and drinks at the fountain.
Barris and Riedel completed the Sunkist Lady endurance flight at Fullerton Municipal Airport after six weeks aloft. They staged a Hollywood welcome with doctors reporting both in good shape despite fatigue and hearing loss. Riedel favored aviation journalism, while Barris anticipated radio appearances and future flying plans.
Jailer recounts Trusty’s nine month sentence for non support and jail breaking. He escaped Monday while on work detail at Crow farm owned by Jim Shrewsbury. Bowles notes plan to probate May 5 and laments Trusty’s second jail break amid talks of longer terms and county savings from work programs.
Tacoma reports Jake Bird 47, linked to 44 murders, will be executed May 27 or 28 after sign of death warrant. Bird claimed a hex harmed court officials but later said he no longer believes in it. He blames Judge Hodge, Clerk Ray Scott, Undersheriff Karpich and others for his conviction.
Charleston reports strip mining on an 800 acre tract adjoining Grandview State Park will continue under public economy policy until coal is exhausted. Director McClintic said $60,000 would buy the contracts to halt the operation, but $29,000 was provided to purchase from Loupreek Colleries.
About 400 trucks blocked Route 14 in Columbiana County early today, part of a weekslong protest by Husky drivers against Ohio weight limit laws. State police kept the roadway clear as drivers were urged to pull off. Trucks carried general freight, produce, and steel and were organized by the United Truck Owners of America, Inc.
Curtis E Calder, utilities executive, agreed to become secretary of the Army. Gordon Gray will be promoted to under secretary and act as secretary until Calder assumes the post within 60 days. Carter of Electric Bond and Share says he will be ready to take over the top Army post within 60 days.
Dr. Fred Richmond will discuss National Health Insurance at the Chamber of Commerce meeting in Memorial Hall Room 10 at 7 30 p m Thursday May 5 The talk will relate to the socialized medicine bill before Congress The event is open to the public and local physicians are especially invited to attend
Washington John L Lewis recessed his 200 man policy committee subject to call without indicating wage or contract demands. He read a brief statement noting 1 013 resolutions reviewed on a proposed new contract and said the old pact would end June 30. Actors planned to negotiate a new contract under Taft Hartley Act while warning of future government sanctions. Operators met separately and faced possible resistance to Lewis demands raising coal costs amid weak markets.
FBI agents testified they shadowed Judith Coplon for nearly two months before arresting her and Russian Valentin Gubitchev on espionage conspiracy charges. Agents Granville and Miller said the arrest and papers seizure occurred without a warrant, arguing previous surveillance justified action. Coplon, 27, a suspended DOJ employee, was arrested in New York on March 4.
In a Virginia murder trial opening, prosecutors contend Kathryn S. Newberry was alive after a beating when her head was cut off and later burned. They will present fingerprints linking the victim to Ralph A. Newberry's wife, and allege multiple vicious assaults before the fatal act.
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