Thornhill Rumor of Ballot Theft Tied to Beckley Room
Testimony in Logan County court tied W A Thornhill Jr to a Beckley hotel room on the morning of the ballot theft at the courthouse. Desk clerk C F Hall placed Thornhill in room 311 between 4 and 5 am on November 16, while bellboy Nathaniel Noel described taking Thornhill to a room with a local lawyer. Prosecutor Browning pressed for perjury warrants after witnesses contradicted FBI statements and Thornhill denied recognizing the man in question.
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Small Nations Challenge U N Big Five On Global Police Plan
Belgium led protests during the Security Council debate criticizing the big five plan to form an international police force. Australia plans further opposition as Col Hodgson vows the report is vague and ignores 51 small nations. The five powers split over establishing an international army with Russia opposing the US Britain France and China on many core points.
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Australia
Jinx Can Hit Air Pilot In Doubles
A report by Lt. Col. Thomas H. Crouch and Dr. Daniel Hord finds that pilots who have had an accident are five times more likely to suffer a second within 30 days. The study covers 9,000 military pilots and suggests civilian pilots may be similarly affected. Two aviation doctors accuse the Civil Aeronautics Board of certifying pilots despite medical deficiencies.
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Civil Aeronautics Board
Washington
Dean R. Brimhall
Civil Aeronautics Administration
H. R. Bohlman
Baltimore
Senate Set to Approve Compromise Labor Bill This Week
Senate readiness to pass the compromise labor bill grows after a large House vote of 320 to 79. Taft predicts passage despite possible White House veto. Pepper calls it very close. Democrats back the measure 103 to 66 with 1 American Labor member opposed.
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Reds threaten Hungary as border patrols doubled
Reports say Communist forces move to consolidate power in Hungary by quashing criticism and doubling border guards while Russia may aid in army training. President Truman denounces the coup and says the United States will not stand idle, with State Department investigations under way. Diplomatic chatter speculates on a Balkan federation of Soviet aligned states.
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Murder by mail plot targets British leaders
Scotland Yard disclosed envelopes with explosive powder and tiny detonators were sent to prominent Britons including government leaders as part of a murder by mail plot attributed to Jewish terrorists. Three more letter bombs were found. recipients had time to warn authorities.
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House Test Looms on Overseas Radio Show
Washington moves a bill to authorize State Department oversight of an information and educational exchange program backed by top military and diplomatic chiefs. The House previously cut funding after June 30, with Rep Mundt introducing a bill to grant legal status.
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Rutland Water Crisis and Vote Fraud Probe
Rutland Vermont endures a flood aftermath as 71 locals are indicted in a political vote fraud inquiry connected to a Missouri race. President Truman calls for full investigation while city struggles to restore gas and water services after a dam break. Authorities forecast weeks to fully resume utilities.
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Fraud charges in county race for Slaughter opponent
The State grand jury charged fraud in the county primary which helped Enos Axtell defeat Rep. Roger Slaughter. Axtell lost the general election while President Truman backed Axtell amid policy disputes with Slaughter.
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West Virginia Briefs Report Local Election Bonds Issue
Wheeling candidates may face eliminated recounts after failure to post required bonds for the May 22 city council vote. City Clerk Howard Lane notes the problem as other briefs cover labor mediation and a German court martial.
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Wheeling
Donald Dietrich
Joseph Gillighan
Howard Lane
Huntington May Get CAP Office
Major Charles R. Stapp indicates the Civil Air Patrol wing headquarters and liaison office will move to Huntington likely by July 1 if adequate space is found in the post office building. Postmaster Fred Lunsford will seek approval for a second floor office from the attorney general.
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Deadline Looms for Coal Strike as Vacation Begins
Washington reports mounting jitters over a possible coal strike as miners start a 10 day government mandated vacation on June 27. John L. Lewis presses for wage gains while operators weigh a reaction to potential Taft-Hartley legislation and private talks with smaller groups.
Truman Attacks Taft on Economic Plan and Greece Aid
President Truman criticized Senator Taft as advocating dangerous economic tactics at a news conference. He announced Dwight Griswold would lead the U.S. mission to Greece under the Greece Turkey aid package worth 400 million dollars and named Richard Allen to run the 350 million dollar European relief program.
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Nebraska
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Richard F. Alen
Hermit-turned-recruit refuses Army life after transfer
Jesse W. Starr of Clarksburg says he chose a hermit life because separation from his Army buddies left him disconsolate. He recounted at Harrison County Jail that he went to Fort Dix with an air forces medical detachment, was hospitalized, and his unit went overseas without him. He abandoned his post and returned, calling the outfit a good one.
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C&O and Pere Marquette Merge Moves Forward After Ruling
In Richmond Virginia tomorrow a merger of Pere Marquette and Chesapeake and Ohio will be completed. A federal court in Alexandria refused to issue a temporary injunction, allowing the consolidation to proceed. The plan has approval from the ICC and stockholders, with leadership optimistic about immediate action.
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Displaced Persons in Europe and U.S. Immigration Question
AP dispatch describes about 850000 homeless in Europe in refugee camps run by American and British forces. Some 250000 are Jewish. 550000 in American camps. UN plans include a refugee agency to manage camps. Congress debates Stratton proposal to admit 400000 over four years, but chances this year seem slim amid opposition.
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Illinois
Recount Set After Sophia Council Election Row
A recount of votes for Sophia council seats was requested at a special meeting. Progressive candidates Henry Smith and James Akers protested the results, whileCitizens and Progressives split four seats. recount to start Monday at 6 p.m. City Attorney Ballard to notify all candidates.
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Okie L. Wood
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Pure and Simple Full Merger Seen by Unification Measure
Senator Robertson argues the Army Navy unification bill creates a national organization merging the three services under one secretary. He would vote against on floor, claiming the bill effectively merges the departments. Senator Bridges supports committee passage with potential floor amendments.
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Labor Leader Denounces Taft Hartley Bill at Madison Square Garden
William Green of the American Federation of Labor denounces the Taft Hartley Labor Act at a packed MSG rally. Mayor O Dwyer and other speakers criticize the measure as inviting strife while police estimate 20 000 to 30 000 outside. CIO unions plan a veto rally next Tuesday.
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Partly cloudy and warmer in Virginia today
Partly cloudy conditions in Virginia with warmer temperatures today and tonight. Scattered showers are possible and more humid conditions expected into Friday with no major changes.
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