Prisoner Feeding Debate Signals Sheriff's Push for Restored Fees
State capital circle chatter centers on the West Virginia Sheriff's Association backing candidates friendly to resuming a fee system for feeding prisoners. Observers expect an intensive push in the coming Legislature to reinstate the practice, with profits in large counties cited as political leverage. County officials in smaller counties oppose the change, arguing higher costs and questioning efficiency. The piece urges leaving the present law intact until 1951 for assessment and possible amendments.
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West Virginia Sheriff's Association
Kanawha
Fayette
Raleigh
McDowell
Cabell
Sabbath clash over Hillpark Drive paving in Beckley
Mayor Hedrick faced a complaint from a Beckley woman Sunday demanding the Hillpark Drive paving stop for Sabbath reasons. She argued the work violated holy rest, while Hedrick noted a sewer complaint from another resident. The private paving continued near Harper Road as the sun set.
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G. C. Hedrick
Beckley
Hillpark Drive
Harper Road
Hillpark
Labour on Sunday and the law clash in Meadow Bridge case
Thomas F. Stafford discusses whether ecclessiastical or common law should govern Sunday work. He cites three Meadow Bridge men cited by a Fayette County grand jury for building a fence on Sunday, note of no indictments, and reflects on law, necessity, and civilization’s complexity.
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West Virginia
Fayette County
Meadow Bridge
Three Meadow Bridge
Labor chiefs under Moscow control warned in U S
Wisconsin Republican Rep. Kersten cites a report alleging communist control of the United Electrical Workers union. He argues the leadership and its ties threaten U.S. power, urging removal of leaders from top posts and rank and file action to prevent a domestic coup.
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United Electrical Workers
Moscow
Rep
Kersten
Wisconsin
CE. W
Mirst
United States
Couturists
Reds
USAW
America
UEAW
Auteriga
Sioly
Writers and children shape language and imagination
Boyle cites Arthur Brisbane on chimpanzees and typewriters to argue that creativity surpasses rote copying. The column reflects on how children and iconic writers like Chaucer Shakespeare and Gertrude Stein illuminate fresh expression, while a Stalin comment underscores enduring vernacular power.
Budget process grips Congress and press in 1949 era
Nation Today explains how the annual federal budget is prepared from July to June, with the White House and Budget Bureau compiling detailed cost figures. Newsrooms race to digest stacks of copies as Congress weighs cuts and policy.
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Congress
Truman
Budget Bureau
White House
Washington
Capitol
Much Traveled Bill Leahy To Retire and See World
Admiral William D. Leahy plans retirement as President Truman's Chief of Staff in January and vows to travel. He has seen much of the world, including Puerto Rico, Europe, and the Pacific, but has never visited the Scandinavian Peninsula or Pike's Peak. He emphasizes ongoing work and records as part of his farewell.
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Tulks
Soviet Russia
Joe Stalin
Kremlin
Bill Leahy
Fane Eads
IAP
Weiler / WASHINGTON
Navy
Fleet Aam
William D. Leahy
Truman
Scandinavian Peninsula
Pike's Peak
Jas
Admiral Leahy
Naval Academy
Caribbean
Puerto Rico
Europe
France
Vichy Pegune
Presient Roosevelt
Millicent
Alexandria
Merpree
Quianna
Mikel Conrad
Brad
Ios
Quintina
Marry for Money Chapter Seven A Wade of Wealth and Love
Gail Rusty Rogers rejects Sam Meredith for security with Brad Spencer though she loves Sam. Brad adores her, but his wary grandmother worries about the romance. The scene shows Brad announcing the dinner date while Mrs. Spencer questions Gail’s background and the diary reveals old secrets.
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Gail
Rusty” Rogers
Sam Meredith
Sam
Brad Spencer
Brad
Rusty
Gail Rogers
Mrs. Spencer
Howard Rogers
Alexandria
Waldorf
I Bradford
Lyoman
Bradford
Millicent
Spencer
Howard J. L. Rogers
Stupiditier
Deland
Nee
Jhorn
Cimmit-Self
Millie
1,000-Year-Old Ball Court Unearthed in Buried Mexican City
In Panuco near the coast, archaeologists uncover a 1,000-year-old outdoor ball court with a functioning scoreboard and three intact temple poles. Roberto Pavon of the Mexican archaeology team says part of the court was damaged by past drilling. Dr. Richard Moneish of the University of Chicago aids the excavation.
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Associated Press
Panuco
Mex
Roberto Pavon
Pavon
Richard Moneish
University of Chicago
Thought For Today In the congregation shall I bless the Lord
A brief religious verse reflection cites Psalm 26 12 urging worshipers to bless the Lord within the congregation in a concise devotional line.
Hiss Case Subject of Alternative Innocence Theory
Washington discusses a lawyer’s analysis suggesting Alger Hiss may be innocent, exploring hypothetical explanations for the Ford car episode and the stolen documents. The piece notes memory lapses, potential transfers through a Communist service station, and the psychological dynamics among the young men involved. The defender argues the available evidence does not prove guilt beyond doubt.
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Communist
Hiss
Legiti
Chambers
Nate
State Department
Ser
Iiss
Franz Werfel
Chambers Ia
Washington
Alger
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Miss J
George Crossley
Communist Party
Ncas
Frank
Roy
Justice Cement
Morevore
Un-American Activities Committee
Soin
Especi
Ally
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Apryakhare
Athens
Markos
Foreron
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Corvena
Philippines
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Hollywood
Gene Handsaker
Quiamna
Universal-International
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Leller
Nome
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Alaska
Seattle
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