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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1948
Page
2
City councilmen slipped a water bill tax amid claims it was a nuisance levy. Republican leader Gottshall said water rates rose last year and the tax was unwarranted. Adjourned cases included a first degree burglary plea set for December 12 with $2,500 bond. Bomb scare and other national items follow.
Berlin voters face a rare stand up election in a city split by Allied sectors and Soviet control. The vote pits anti communist groups for a chance to choose Berlin’s future as Western powers press for independence while Soviet forces maintain a blockade and occupation in the German capital.
Chinese press reports the arrest of Gen Wei Li Huang, nationalist commander in Manchuria, ordered by President Chuang Kai-shek for an investigation into alleged Sailors to carry out Nanking orders. Also mentions UN Balkan mediation plan progress and regional reactions.
Representatives of state public schools and 15 universities wrap a conference at University College on aud iovisual education planning. Directors, IrvilielL Millgate and Dr Adri L Perlouw, discuss projection rooms and equipment with Midleste and Terlouw explaining setup. Syria cabinet news included.
Toombs County grand jury convenes Friday to investigate the ambush killing of Robert Mallard near Lyons Georgia. Superior Court Judge Robert H Humphry orders a moodie jury on receipt of a Lester from Gov Merman. Reports say two men shot Mallard as a bloody conflict unfolds amid statewide political tension.
Obituaries note the passing of Harry P. Worney at 72 in Aradda after 50 years with Uvalde Leavers News. In Johannesburg former deputy prime minister in Smuts cabinet Jan Christian Smuts era mentioned. Van Ripern, 74, former executive with McKesson Robbins drug arm and rubber firms, died in New York City.
The biennial convention of the Funeral Council of Churches ended with two major conflicts unresolved. One resolution urged abolishing the Lit House Committee on Un-Amerian Activities. The other proposed a U United States military alliance with the Franco Government in Spain, approved in principle but referred for study. The convention backed a plan to end radial segregation and supported President Truman’s civil rights program, denouncing discriminatory practices as a Christian fault.
George J. Berry, 65, president of the International Printing Pressmen's Union, died today at his home in Home, Tennessee. Berry led the union since 1907, serving with high authority during the Roosevelt era, including a role as assistant administrator at the National Recovery Administration.
Ted Jane Akuhat is reelected business agent by the union amid a wave of anti-Communist candidates. In a close contest, Ainheny Peterman, longtime president of Leoal 07, was defeated with 3,306 votes to 2,? for her opponent. The union claims a 15,000 member workforce at the General Electra Company.
A traveling party of American soldiers visiting Oxford University settled a historical debt in a public exchange. George Washington’s supposed heir and a guide noted the 17 pounds 10 shillings owed by an ancestor. The group leader confirmed payment, received a receipt, and the event carried on under George C. Fishbeck as president.
Jonata Chartier Tudson Falls Misa Wickstrom Ihnen and Maurice C Whitney Glens Malls elected new vice presidency and will lead orchestras elementary music and choruses respectively. New executive committee members named include Philip Austin Tinondes Ron Peter Mexrobian Port Washington Craig McHenry Minas Willard Musser Sehonce Lady Charles Robb Newark Walter Bonter.
Elyria report: war veteran Rabeed Riley, 28, built a bungalow from foundation up despite partial paralysis from a German sniper. He did siding, plaster, and mortar from his wheelchair with help from his 5-year-old cousin Donald Ellery and three friends. Estimated cost 2450 dollars.
Bail set at 1000 for leaving scene of accident and reckless driving. Police investigated a collision on 280 Giomewood av and W Ostrander av near Midlanean. Overton, a public servant teacher, injured with a raised left leg. Officers Peltz Roberts and Seeley conducted the inquiry.
A New Jersey event in Perlis Amboy, MJ features a baby prince figure awarded a gold thermometer. The page notes participation by the Mhavnas Fecuyfesl Association, details unclear, but event centers on a ceremonial prize for distinguished infants.
Heavy fighting shifts toward Suchan as Communist and Nationalist forces clash south of Nanking. Estimates place Communist numbers near 75 000 with 250 000 in the Suzhou base area. Nanking’s garrison blocks rail yards and Yangtze docks while three Nationalist army groups retreat to join with Chiang Kai shek’s East China core.
Mundt asserts the committee has uncovered vast Communist espionage within the State Department. He cites microfilm copies of diplomatic messages turned over to Russian agents and says documents from Chambers farm were hidden in a hollowed piping. The panel plans new hearings and subpoenas to obtain and examine the materials.
The Imperial Household Ministry announced the Crown Prince Ald Hilo had an operation for an addiction issue. It stated there were no complications and that the old prince is doing well.
In Rocheford US Py-Herb Ozburn reports a man who has begun to regain sight after 18 years, marveling at bright clothing and the “amazing” colors of store racks in Lowes Park. He notes difficulty distinguishing teens in plaid and stripe outfits and comments on fashion colors transforming everyday wear.
New York police probe centers on a “black book” once owned by Jack Gordon a 39 year old arrested in a heroin and morphine stash case at his hotel. The book allegedly lists many showgirls and prominent names linked to an international smuggling network led by a discredited figure known as Lucky Tecinno. Edward Eichler, 49, was arraigned without bail for Tuesday hearings alongside Gordon.
Federal agents arrest three suspects in Philadelphia and New Jersey as Red Cross appeals for relatives of Germans. The case involves Alvin Bohm Johann Lang Warren Slater and Theresa Ribbin plus Margaret Slater and Vincent Solomon among others. Morphine thefts from a Philadelphia drug company are linked to the suspects with assets moved to New Jersey and South Georgia.
A police vice squad booked several men on gambling related charges after a grand jury investigation began proceedings Monday. Names listed include John Aroin, 32, and Thomas Asenaio, 80, charged with possession of illegal devices and maintaining an immoral establishment.
Moscow dispatch reports the Soviet mission to Helsinki protested the beating and detention of two Burisians by Finnish police. Encassov and Dureki were reportedly picked up by police and beaten during their detention at a public event.
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