02 Aug 1947
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1947
Page
1
AP reports officials nationwide chase a Florida field unauthorized takeoff by seven warplanes, two P-38s and five P-51s, said to be headed toward a foreign country. Officials warn planes could be civilian possesions via sale, with Caribbean tensions fueling concern about destinations.
Urbana report states Circuit Judge Charles K. Keller denied the death penalty for 23 year old soldier So Ortov Videxean and sentenced him to 150 years in prison for the killing of 21 year old Edna Lucille Wetzman, noting the defendant’s young age and choosing a life sentence over execution.
More fighting with guerrilla bands in Northern and Central Greece as guerilla activity and clashes with the Army were reported today.
Today includes features on lobbyists tied to the Congress recrimination and notices that items appear on pages 12 and 13. Other regular sections cover Amusements Editorials Bridge Letters and more with Today’s Pictures on page 4.
UN Security Council moves to urge immediate end to Indonesia Dutch republic clashes. Reports from Batavia claim Dutch advances in Sumatra and Java while Indonesia braces for intensified fighting. The council seeks a peaceful settlement with Russia and the United States backing the ceasefire effort amid Western abstentions.
A Syracuse forecast notes an all time warm start for August 2 at 4:30 AM as temperatures rise. Expect sunny intervals this afternoon and a cool night for comfortable sleep. Sunday brings partly cloudy skies, a high near 85, and showers after sundown with warmer conditions overall.
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A premature baby boy thought dead was revived on an embalming table at a Beckley funeral home then died hours later at Raleigh General Hospital. Dr Fred Richmond said the infant, about two pounds, had not stirred in its incubator for hours before doctors believed it dead. The baby was delivered three months early by Dr Newman of Lillygrook and transported from its birthplace 15 miles away.
Ford Motor negotiators and the United Auto Workers scheduled another meeting to avert a planned strike by about 108,090 production workers. A two-hour Friday conference failed to reach a agreement, and union leaders prepared for a Tuesday walkout with strong authorization from UAW officials.
A mobile combat team of about 5,500 American soldiers began training Friday under U S Military Command in Germany. An Army spokesman said the unit would assist the U S constabulary police in the U S zone.
Race 18 at the Syracuse Soap Box Derby drew crowds as youth car owners prepared for the All American Derby in Akron. Cars sped down the hill amid municipal prep by Commissioner Barry and Public Works chief Billion, while Allan H. Smith and Walter Berndt arranged last minute sound gear.
The White House declined to confirm or deny President Truman's attendance at the Inter-American Security Conference in Brazil. Officials said plans would be announced in due course, with details to follow.
The Senate War Investigating Committee clashed over John W. Meyer deferments amid questions about Selective Service status during the Hughes wartime airplane contract. Meyer faced questions on expense vouchers for Roosevelt entertaining, as testimony linked to a $40,000,000 plus award to Hughes for 100 planes, with Roosevelt’s report cited in the chain of approvals.
Los Angeles report details how Howard Hughes eluded a Senate subpoena as deputies tried to serve him during a probe. Guards at his plant and studio denied knowledge of his whereabouts while reporters chased clues. Hughes planned to testify Wednesday after returning to Washington by private plane.
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