Boy Admits Grim Idaho Crime
A 16 year old, Neal Butterfield, confessed to killing 6 year old Glenda Joyce Brishois near Burley Idaho. Authorities feared mob reprisals and kept him jailed in Twin Falls after a unique open air court session.
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1949
Page
1
A 16 year old, Neal Butterfield, confessed to killing 6 year old Glenda Joyce Brishois near Burley Idaho. Authorities feared mob reprisals and kept him jailed in Twin Falls after a unique open air court session.
A mostly fair weather outlook covered most of the nation with some wet spots and freezing temperatures in Dixie. Subfreezing readings appeared in the South, Rome Georgia hit 22, while northern Great Lakes saw snow flurries edging toward the northeast. Warmer air moved through the central states as a mass of colder Canadian air approached from the north.
Dallas bank teller J Solon Jr reported a theft of 1630 dollars in new bills from his cash cage during a lunch hour yesterday. Police said the bills vanished from the area to the right of his window and a missing money investigation is underway.
A 48 day strike by 2500 CID steelworkers at the Sheffield plant in Houston ended near midnight. An agreement reached between management and United Steelworkers negotiators last Monday was approved in Pittsburgh by USWA officials. The settlement includes minor changes to the Bethlehem plan.
In Philadelphia on November 19 officers were found dozing in pairs in squad cars by two investigators. All six officers were brought to headquarters and given their walking papers.
Erie news report states war veteran Charles Hartwell 28 attacked the VA office, shot Patrolman Leo May 45 and Sgt. Leo Waldinger 37 after holding office manager Lt. Cal. Arthur Criswell at pistol point. Hartwell, a former state hospital patient, was discharged from the army for mental condition. Police recount the confrontation and the officers' critical condition.
Light delay reported in London as Princess Elizabeth's Malta flight to celebrate her wedding anniversary with Prince Philip was postponed for 24 hours due to unfavourable weather.
Vice President Barkley and his bride Jane Rucker Hadley eluded public view after a quiet St. Louis wedding. Rumors pointed to Cairo before possibly continuing toward Shangri La as honeymoon retreat. They left in a new auto once the ceremony concluded, fueling speculation about their destination.
South accuses District Attorney Hensley and Judge Sawtelle of plans to “sell you down the river” for personal gain as the council manager charter heats up. He says a civil service shakeup could follow and warns officers to think for themselves. He alleges a counter intelligence effort within police to aid a grand jury probe and vows to “take care of” Sawtelle and Hensley if they interfere.
Oscar Mitchell operator of a drive in at 625 M Colorado st used a shotgun to repel two delinquents Saturday. One man entered Friday night grabbed a water hose and began beating Mitchell, who then fired a 410 through the counter. The assailant escaped unhurt.
Dover, Del November 19 Three judges hear testimony on whether a new trial should be granted in the lonely hearts murder case. Wade N Wooldridge, 68, of Stone Mountain, Va, was slain. Defense attorney Benjamin R Conniew seeks a new trial for Mrs. Ine% Gertrude Brennan, 46, of Dover, and her son Robert, 13.
NEW YORK Nov 19 Western powers reported a substantial agreement among the Big Four deputy foreign ministers on oil exploration and refinery rights in Austria. It marked progress since deputies from the United States Britain Belgium Russia and France began negotiating an Austrian independence treaty.
Washington reports state department silent amid speculation it may ask Russ May aid in freeing UW. 8. Consul General Angus Ward and two consulate members have been held prisoner since October 24 in Mukden China after a reported direct contact with Chinese Communist officials.
Linda Rutledge, four, died from burns suffered earlier when her dress caught fire while she played with a blaze in the yard of her Dallas home. Police said the accident occurred yesterday.
A US air force pilot sighted possible B29 wreckage about 290 miles northeast of Bermuda as planes and ships widen the hunt for the bomber missing since last Wednesday with 20 men aboard. The search focuses on locating the downed aircraft and rescuing any crew.
United Nations General Assembly approves an arms embargo affecting Greece’s neighboring region after Russian opposition fails. The body also votes to disband a UN committee monitoring Crecen’s borders amid the ongoing civil war. In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, residents mark the eighty-sixth anniversary of the town.
Reno reports gambler Fitzgerald, known in Nevada and Michigan gambling circles, shot in back during ambush outside his home. Detective says robbery unlikely, suggesting vengeance. Fitzgerald had prior gambling ties and past legal troubles with partner Sullivan.
Captain Crommelin blasts Pentagon zealots and claims a small group of senior officers, likened to Nazi-era planners, controls defense policy and undermines the Navy. He urges a court martial or explanation while Admirals Sherman remains silent on the reprimand.
The local forecast calls for mild, pleasant conditions with mostly clear skies and small temperature changes. Winds turn south Sunday, no rain is expected, with daytime highs near 81 degrees and overnight lows near 51.
Forecast shows continued fair conditions with a temperature change. Saturday afternoon into night and Sunday see general mild weather. Winds shift to southerly by Saturday. Maximum temperatures around mid 70s with easing minimums Sunday. Delays and oceanic readings unavailable due to garbled data.
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