Bank Teller by Day A Pastor Does Gods Work All the Time
Pittsburgh bank teller Leonard Fox serves as a part time clergy at Arch Street Methodist Church. His banking career spans 27 years while he ministers to a growing congregation and offers spiritual guidance during deposits and investments. Fox credits his call to a life shaped by wartime service and a curious upbringing as an adopted child.
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Court Challenges Northern District Jurisdiction in Lias Tax Case
The Lias family fights a government bid to place properties including Wheeling Downs in receivership as part of a tax dispute. They contest the court's jurisdiction since the tax case is pending in the Tax Court in Charleston with trial set for March 24, 1952. They also argue the government has not proven fraud or tax claims for 1941 to 1957, totaling 2 442 994 dollars with a 50 percent fraud penalty.
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Hearing Granted for Spencer State Hospital Superintendent
Governor granted Dr Rob Jeri Stenberg a hearing on his replacement as superintendent of Spencer State Hospital. The 10 a.m. Friday session in the state capitol will be attended by press representatives and the board of control. Stenberg contends he is being forced out. Cabell County Prosecutor Edward H Greene advises him to stay. The board plans to recommend a successor, identity not disclosed.
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Two Russian Ice Breakers Return to Bremerhaven
Two 260 foot long Soviet ice breakers the Northwind and Westwind returned to Bremerhaven Germany after being borrowed during the war they were ten days overdue. They anchored off shore as Soviet crews were kept quarantined from the West. US Navy personnel say the ships were in decent condition when handed back and note ongoing Washington Moscow friction over delayed returns.
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Man Seeks Lost Pair of Trousers with WWII Serial
Ben Kimball of Lexington visits a Kearney store hoping to buy trousers that match a pair he wore in World War II. The item bears his Army serial number K6481, identical to the pair made at Camp Atterbury Indiana and issued upon his 1945 discharge.
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Furlough Fares to Gt s Extended Until June 30
Washington The railroads will extend the furlough ticket policy for armed services members in uniform until June 30. The Association of American Railroads announced a five month extension, originally due to expire January 31. Furlough fares apply only to coach cars and cost about one cent per mile less than regular fares.
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Pattesons Bold Picks Mark West Virginia Politics
Governor Patteson faced a charged field over the 1950s site decision with Morgantown his chosen target if today’s call held. He also pressed for a medical school site and resisted federal pressure as bond sales continued.
Death by own action pact investigated in Fairmont
Investigators probed a death by own action case in Fairmont where 45 year old Daugherty and his estranged wife Mildred Bruce were involved. An autopsy showed drowning after a car drove into the Monongahela River following a scheme involving a Chinese rheumatism cure and a wartime veteran hospital prescription.
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Deacon-Miner Cecil Sanders Survives Orient Mine Blast
West Frankfort reports miner Cecil Sanders, the only survivor after 60 hours trapped in Orient Mine No. 2, calls his rescue “the work of Almighty God.” He described gas, canvas barriers, and a perilous march for fresh air as eight or nine other men were also involved.
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