Flood Threat Looms as Ohio River Rises in West Virginia
Residents along the Ohio River brace for a crest of 38 to 39 feet as the muddy stream climbs. Lock No 13 at MeMechen predicts tomorrow’s crest if rainfall stays absent. Benwood underpass expected to flood, detours planned through Wheeling and nearby towns. River at Point Pleasant rises one tenth foot per hour and records 425.3 feet during onslaught of rain across West Virginia. Weather bureau notes 22 days of rain in 28, with 79 in last two days. Most streams high and muddy. highways remain open but flood risk grows.
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State Road Commission
Krug-Lewis Meet Delayed Three Hours
The coal strike talks between John L. Lewis and Secretary Krug were postponed for over three hours as union leaders arrived without Lewis. A four man UMW delegation discussed alleged mine discrimination with Deputy Coal Mines Administrator Ben Morecil while government officials work on proposals. The government has controlled the mines for a week and prospects for settlement remained uncertain as legal teams prepared through the night.
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Fire destroys seven homes near Welch
Fire Chief H. H. Callaway said fifteen people were left homeless as three houses were burned, four damaged and much personal property lost at Keystone last night. Estimated damage runs about $20,000.
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Flood death toll climbs as storms hit Ohio and Pa
Reports from Pittsburgh and Williamsport describe rising rivers and widespread flood damage across central and western Pennsylvania and nearby states. In Pittsburgh the Allegheny and Monongahela creeks threaten local areas while the Susquehanna swamps Williamsport with thousands in damages and at least three deaths.
Mussolini's Body Said To Lie In Spain Route
A Savoia-Marchetti transport was stolen from For Janini Airport near Milan yesterday and a Rome Espresso dispatch suggested Mussolini's body might have been carried to Spain. Five men in flying suits boarded the three engined plane before the regular crew and departed calmly. Officials said the plane had fuel for a Madrid run. Mussolini's body had been stolen from an unmarked grave in Milan on April 22 and remains unfound.
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Chiang's Peace Price Linked to Manchurian Sovereignty
Chiang Kai-Shek reportedly pressed that Communists recognize Manchuria's sovereignty and restore communications as a prerequisite for new peace talks. The Ta Kung Pao report said a Mukden message was delivered to Marshall by Premier Soong, with Chou En-Lai to meet. Communists opposed expanding government troops into Manchuria and previously withdrew from Changchun under truce conditions.
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Secret new weapons debate shocks Washington
In Washington the House Appropriations Committee rejected calls to reveal more about major secret weapons including biological and atomic poison gas. Members privately discussed boosting Army science funding while stressing secrecy to protect national security and global consequences. The War Department budget for 1947 was under review amid these disclosures.
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Street Scene At Shady Spring Post Office
At Shady Spring Post Office an aged mother is told she has no mail as she says it does not worry her since her dear is home. On Main Street a man looks down after thinking he dropped money upon hearing a youngster kick a pop bottle lid. At the bus terminal two Black men discuss sobriety with one noting the liquor store is closed and he must stay sober tonight.
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Meadows Marks States Challenge at Governors Conference
Oklahoma City Governor Clarence W. Meadows of West Virginia told the Governors Conference that states must meet changing needs or face more federal leadership. He warned invasions of personal liberties often occur when states fail to act and cited unemployment as a major postwar problem needing remedies for workers’ bodies and spirits.
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Clarence W. Meadows
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Meadows
Road To By-Pass Upstate Cities
A planned post war north south highway from near Jane Lew to the Pennsylvania line near Morgantown would bypass Clarksburg Fairmont and Morgantown while keeping them accessible. The plan includes a Bentons Ferry bridge over the Tygart River linking to a new road to the speedway in Fairmont Ringgold Monongalia and Sabraton.
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Jane Lew
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O'Neale
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Ringgold
Monongalia County
Sabraton
Picketers Tie Up Rochester Though Dispute Settled
Rochester faced a mass picketing after a union labor dispute over Public Works Department staff delayed city transport. Despite announced settlement, A F L C I O members led demonstrations at garages, plants, and two newspapers as police maintained full staffing and traffic congestion spread through downtown.
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Thomas E. Dewey
Frank Gannett
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Liquor Stores Set June 17 Reopening With Ration Cards
West Virginia liquor stores reopen on June 17 after closures since May 21. Each customer must register at a single outlet, receiving a punched ration card listing store, name, address, and data. A second card stays on file at the store for crosschecks, and permits are nontransferable though spouses may buy with their own cards.
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Charleston
West Virginia
Liquor Control Commission
New Air Service For Huntington Opens Today
Daily passenger and express air service between Huntington and Cincinnati starts today by Superior Airlines of Youngstown Ohio. It marks the first service in Huntington since American Airlines discontinued a stop in May 1945.
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Army reports large neuropsychiatric hospitalizations in WWII
Brig. Gen. William C. Menninger told the American Psychiatric Association that about 830,000 World War II soldiers were hospitalized for neuropsychiatric disorders through the start of this year. He noted 500,000 discharged for personality disturbances and 1,875,000 rejected for similar reasons, with many treated and returned to duty.
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Associated Press
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American Psychiatric Association
William C. Menninger
Menninger
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Spain Defends Right to Seek Atomic Energy
Madrid asserts a perfect right to investigate atomic energy and rejects UN competence in Spain's matters. The foreign ministry notes May 23 state that Spain cannot recognize international authority lacking signed agreements and criticizes Polish Security Council charges as improper procedure.
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Officials Disparage Molotovs Paris Charge
Washington officials belittled Foreign Minister Molotovs assertion of a British American bloc aiming an offensive against the Soviet Union at Paris. They noted the Paris Foreign Ministers Conference showed frequent American British disagreements and that Byrnes kept silent while Kremlin claims echoed in Pravda.
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Weather in West Virginia Five Day Forecast May 29 to June 2
Cloudy conditions with moderate temperatures and scattered showers early tonight. Wednesday will be mostly cloudy and warmer in the afternoon, followed by cooler air near normal by Saturday. Showers are expected Friday and parts of the district may see rain Sunday. Temperatures near normal overall with yesterday’s high and tonight’s low noted. No precipitation in the 24 hours ending at noon today.
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Governor Tuck to name Glass successor May be Monday
Virginia Governor William M. Tuck said from Oklahoma City he would appoint a successor to Senator Carter Glass upon returning to Richmond likely Monday. He declined to discuss candidates. The election to fill the unexpired term runs through 1949, with November general balloting.
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William M. Tuck
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State Coal Mines Remain Idle Now
West Virginia coal fields stayed quiet for a second day with little outlook for bituminous production. The Kanawha Coal Operators Association said no mines were operating as UMW members reportedly did not report for work amid Washington contract talks. A 12 day work-truce ended, paralyzing the state’s coal industry. only 30,000 tons were produced in 22 northern counties, while Southern West Virginia saw virtually no activity.
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Kanawha Coal Operators Association
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Murray Proposes Six Months Strike Truce
Senator Murray proposes a six month strike truce in exchange for President Truman vetoing the Cae Bill and withdrawal of draft legislation. He says Congress could study labor relations during the truce and notes some senators support unions. The debate centers on government takeover of strike facilities and jail terms for leaders who call off walkouts.
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Virtually All UMW Mines Closed Now
Virtually all of the nation s 400 000 AFL United Mine Workers were still on strike today but many expressed hope the construction dispute would soon be settled. The coal fields remained quiet. Approximately 20 000 members of the union were involved.
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Mines idle for second day in Winding Gulf New River fields
Coal mines in the Winding Gulf and New River fields again remained idle as United Mine Workers did not report for work on the second day of the stoppage. Spokesmen for both operator associations said no mines are working, stating the situation is the same as yesterday.
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New River Coal Operators’ Association
Nonunion miners kept at work under guard in Kentucky
At Madisonville Kentucky armored troops guarded the Pond River Colliery while the strip mine ran at full capacity. No picketing or disorder occurred as Maj. Robert H. Graham announced a mobile infantry unit was touring Kentucky to protect miners seeking employment. West Virginia reported 30 nonunion strip mines in operation.
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Pond River
Robert H. Graham
Fifth Service Command
Columbus
Ohio
Mobile Infantry
Kentucky
West Virginia
Unions Hint Backing For Wallace Pepper
The big unions hinted they might back Henry A. Wallace or Claude Pepper as alternative leaders to Truman. Capitol politicians see potential gains for Pepper and Commerce Secretary Wallace if a shift in alliance occurs, but evidence is lacking and it is early to tell if the labor Democratic coalition fractures. Republicans, meanwhile, press Democrats as labor groups attack Mr. Truman’s reconversion plan. CIO President Philip Murray denounces the bill as an attack on the labor movement.
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