County urged to begin Penman Memorial Airport project
Raleigh County faces losing a $291 855 federal grant for the Penman Memorial Airport if construction does not start soon. State official Hubert J Stark told the county court the first phase, clearing and grading, should proceed now with paving to follow after grading, with or without federal help. He warned funds could be withdrawn if action lags and noted a failed levy election has worsened the funding situation.
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Penman Memorial
Hubert J 1. Stark
State Acronautics Commission
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Pen Hind
Stark
Saul
UAW Probes Law Change As Miners Delayed Benefit Claim
District 29 leader George J. Titler urges miners not to file for unemployment until the UAW reviews a July 1 change in the compensation law. Cabell Davis says miners may file and receive pay if approved. delaying filing could yield $25 weekly for 23 weeks after the change. Miners have six weeks to file. Titler also announces the district’s biennial wage scale convention at Bluefield Junior High School with four field representatives to be elected. A memorial service is set for 3 pm for deceased and injured miners.
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Titler
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Tiller
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Greenbrier
New River
Winding Gulf
Pocahontas
D. M. Stamper
Dstrict
Governor Pat Teson vetoes salary measure for state boards
Associated Press report from Charleston notes Governor Pat Teson vetoed a bill that would let the State Board of Education set salaries for vocational education and rehabilitation staff. He argued it would bypass the standard classification system and undermine uniform pay.
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Associated Press
Charleston
Patteson
State Board of Education
Legislature Quits Campaign Issue Over Budget Pressure Denials
Charleston reports adjournment of the 39th Legislature after a record budget vote of 186.894 million, amid charges of external pressure and disputes over revenue projections. Governor Paterson denies pressuring lawmakers as parties split on the measure.
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Associated Pies
Charleston
Statehouse
Board of Public Works
Miners Picket Green Diamond Mine Amid Union Clash
Illinois state police patrolled the Green Diamond coal mine after clashes between rival unions United Mine Workers and Progressive Mine Workers. Sheriff reports no overnight incidents and a planned withdrawal of patrols. John L. Lewis’s UMW leads the strike against non essential operations as railroads warn of heavy layoffs.
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Green Diamond
A. A. Fischer
St. Clair County
T. P. Sullivan
Ilinois Department of Pubic Safety
Wallgren Nomination Tabled by Senate Armed Services
The Senate Armed Services Committee rejected President Truman's nomination of Mon C. Wallgren as chairman of the National Security Resources Board on a 7-6 vote. The motion to table was backed by Senator Byrd and six Republicans, with most Democrats opposing. The committee found Wallgren lacking sufficient economic and industrial experience.
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Truman
Mon C. Wallgren
National Security Resources Board
Senate
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D-Va
Wallgren
Tydings
D-Md
Washington
Cain
R-Wash
Glen Daniel Man Charged in Auto Theft
Glen Daniel resident McKinley Treadway was arrested by the State Police yesterday and charged with stealing a car from Beckley Auto Wrecking Company. Police say the vehicle was left for body repairs when it was taken. A hearing is scheduled this week.
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McKinley Treadway
Beckley Auto Wrecking Company
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Treadway
Weather Update From Beckley Officials
Snow flurries and brisk winds produce a cold day with temperatures near freezing. The forecast calls for colder tonight with lows around 15 to 20 degrees, then Wednesday turns partly cloudy and cold as official Beckley readings record yesterday high and last night low.
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Soviet Style Hoover Plan Seen in Moscow Shuffle
Washington notes a Moscow reshuffle that appears to adopt a Soviet style Hoover plan. Three Politburo members were relieved of duties as American officials cite Hoover Commission ideas for State and Undersecretary Webb to streamline top leadership. Western capitals speculate on Russia’s aim and Molotov’s March 4 relief signals broader shifts.
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Moscow
Russia
Hoover Commission On Reorganization
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State Acheson
James E. Webb
OSS American Paroles
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Truman
Stalin
Politburo
Hat V. M. Molotov
Senate approves Boyd for Mines post amid union walkout
Senate Interior Committee backed John L. Boyd as director of the Bureau of Mines despite a miners walkout led by United Mine Workers president Lewis. The strike idled East of the Mississippi as hearings on mine safety and potential bureau restructuring were set to begin.
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Washington
John L. Lewis
Senate
Janes Boyd
Federal Bureau of Mines
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Boyd
Lewis
Flery
United Mine Workers Union
Mississippi ‘River
O'Mahoney
D| Wye
Johnson
D-Cole
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Mines Bureau
Three Convicted By Magistrates
Donald Blankenship of Crab Orchard was fined 50 dollars and costs, and sentenced to six months in jail by Magistrate T N Thurman after a pistol charge. Carson P Johnson of Whipple paid ten dollars and costs for speeding per Thurman. Walter McDaniel of Glen White was found guilty on a peace warrant, ordered to post 500 dollar bond and keep the peace for 12 months, but failed to post bond and returned to jail.
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Crab Orchard
T. N. Thurman
Blankenship
Carson P. Johnson
Whipple
Thurman
C. C. McGraw
Walter McDaniel
Glen White
J. P. Meadows
Deadly Wartime Radios Sold Stir Michigan Police Probe
Lansing authorities investigate public sale of war surplus radio sets containing concealed TNT charges. More than 1,000 sets sold in Michigan to amateur operators who strip them for parts. Police warn buyers to avoid handling and share that the explosive is designed to protect tech from enemy capture.
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Lansing
Mich
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Donald St. Leonard
Detroit
Leonard
Benton Harbor
Truman Silent on Beach Photo Ban and White House Privacy
President Truman declined to comment on a White House ban against air photos of his submarine base quarters and beach recreation as photographers push to publish images from a Navy airship. Press Secretary Ross defended the Navy’s clearance, calling the pictures an unauthorized invasion of the President’s privacy and citing security concerns.
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James J. Rowley
Secret Service
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Filibuster Settlement Prospects Grow Dim in Senate Talks
Senate leaders labored in fresh conferences as Dixie and other factions grappled with a possible filibuster settlement. Senator Robertson warned of lengthy argument while Democratic Leader Lucas cautioned that southern Democrats could block a settlement without Republican help. Republican Wherry remained cautiously optimistic amid stalled talks.
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Dixie
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Army Tests New Tires and Lubricants on 21,500 Mile Trek
The Army completed a 21,500 mile test of six new lubricants and three tire types aboard 14 trucks with 23 crews. From Aug 2 they crossed 20 states and Alaska exposing them to 115 degree deserts and Arctic wastes. Findings will be labeled top secret. Miss Elon Asher traveled to Montana to marry one crew member before reuniting at Aberdeen Proving Grounds.
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Associated Press
Aberdeen
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Alaska
Cupid
Elon Asher
Great Falls
Mont
LA. E. Ray Fitzgerald
Fairbury
Masonic Lodge Sued By Contractor Noel
A mechanic’s lien suit was filed in Raleigh County Circuit Court against the Masonic Lodge of Beckley by builder M F Noel. Noel claims the lodge owes him about $21,404 for work on the Howe Street building and seeks priority over a $30,000 Bank of Raleigh loan, saying the lodge admits the project cannot be replaced at present for $80,000.
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Masonic Lodge
Beckley
M. F. Noel
Virginia Street
Maronic
Howe Street
Bank of Raleigh
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Lodge- Building Committee
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Benefits Denied To Il Workers
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled that a worker who quits due to illness is disqualified for unemployment benefits as one who quits voluntarily without good cause. The 3-2 decision, with two justices dissenting, leaves clarification to the legislature on whether leaving on a physician’s orders counts as voluntary fault.
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Associated Press
Charleston
Supreme Court
Foday
N. Kenna
James B. Riley
Fred K. Fox
Cabell S. Davis
Man Seeks 7500 For Lost Teeth After Bar Fight
A man claims damages of 7500 for injuries from a bar fight on May 28, 1948. He says William Harroyd struck him at the beer parlor, causing four loose teeth, a broken nose, facial fractures, and a month of work lost. He was treated at Charleston General Hospital after being knocked unconscious.
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Arnett
Wilburn
Armett
Samp
Charleston
General Hospital
Willian
Fess
Halroyd
Williams
Ward
Armsett
Asault
Fire Chief Warns Of Infractions At Crow Fire
Fire Chief Bernard Martin warned that anyone chasing fire tricks will be cited to court. Motorists must stay 300 feet behind fire trucks and spectators likewise. Last night eight to ten cars chased the fire, and onlookers pulled dangerously close, hampering aid to the blaze.
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Bernard Martin
Crow
Martin
Wabash Rail Workers Begin Strike Today
Wabash Railroad operating employees started a strike today after failed negotiations with federal mediator. The walkout affects between 3500 and 4000 workers across the system.
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Wabash
Associated Press
ST. Louis
Wabash Railroad
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