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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1949
Page
1
A luncheon of the New York State Publishers Association at Hotel Syracuse discussed the radical program of Truman and the coalition's impact. The report continues on another page with further comments and conclusions.
The United States and Israel today call the shooting down of a live British aircraft a regrettable incident and hope it will not interfere with truce negotiations. The department says the U S was informed in advance but not consulted about moving British forces to the Transjordan Port of Aqaba. Press Officer J McDermott declined further comment.
Spring warmth gave way to a sharp drop in temperatures as a cold front from the forester area moves in. Light rain today, then snow flurries and much colder tonight and tomorrow. Tomorrow’s high expected from 25 to 35 degrees, with yesterday near record warmth at 55 degrees.
The page list notes two comics Tda Jean Kein and Dr Dean Crosmrerd plus profiles of Mary Haworth and Inez Rodd. Regular features include Horoscope, Bridge, Music, Radio, and assorted editorial items. It references sections titled Amusements, Inq Reporter, Socially, Sports, and Letters with page indicators.
Los Angeles reported Mitchum convicted on a conspiracy charge in Superior Court with jury waived. The 32 year old defendant, tied to a Florida doctor case, faced co defendants Lewis and Robin W with testimony indicating no witnesses for the marijuana possession charge. The judge declared guilty as charged and hinted at possible probation in the overall verdict.
The Veterans Administration announced a 1000 bed general medical hospital project will be cut to 500 beds. The move is part of a nationwide reduction in new hospital construction to save about 230 million dollars. Bids for Buffalo construction were expected in July, with uncertain impact on the program.
The Supreme Court rejected a plea from 12 Communist leaders to dismiss conspiracy indictments. The argument claimed the federal juror selection system in New York City is discriminatory and unconstitutional.
The budget for 1950 totals 43.3 billion dollars, up about 21.7 billion from the current year. Revenue under existing tax law would be 41.2 billion, leaving an estimated deficit of 875 million. A surplus is urged to cushion contingencies, cut debt, and curb inflation. The plan calls for new tax legislation to raise 3.0 billion. Defense dominates, totaling 14.2 billion, with international affairs at 6.7 billion. Economic aid to Western Europe is 34.5 billion as part of support to free nations. Veterans benefits fall to 25.5 billion, while interest on the debt rises to over 5.4 billion. Overall federal expenditures outside the five major items reach about 10.0 billion, comprising 24 percent of the budget.
Syracuse University Chancellor William P. Talley led a joint mid state task force of medical educators business agricultural and labor leaders urging Syracuse as the site. The group spoke at a New York Bar Association hearing before the Committee on Medical Education Centers as State University trustees consider a plan to supervise and fund higher education facilities. Proceedings began at 10 AM in New York City.
District attorney Dickinson opened a five year review into Deputy Sheriff Widmer amid bizarre claims of grand larceny and a possible plan to run a party business from a glass house. A Putnam County grand jury is slated to hear the case as details emerge of missing liquor and a related theft involving Patrick McCluskey.
Mrs. Gerald Carmody of the Women's National Trade Union told Bay City Michigan that Sunday blue laws seem to have removed the sun from Sunday. She urged politicians to postpone sun removal until taxes are addressed.
A robin grounded in Miami area was flown in a commercial airliner after being freed from a cage by Tommy Donn in Miami Aorist. The bird, from Malone V X, sustained a broken wing during the encounter with a cat. Rescue efforts by Malone florist Topp led to a plan for relocation toward sunshine, with Joe released on arrival and crackers provided for the journey.
Twenty three persons were hospitalized after the Florids to New York Orange Blossom Special derailed twenty miles north of here. One car diner overturned injuring many including waiters and a chef. Mrs Paul Whiteman was among the injured. Some victims were treated at the scene or by doctors in Bowling Green.
An official of the Patapsco and Black River Railroad becomes the focus as a quiz show mystery unfolds. Prizes include a ride and odds of familiarity with a series of quirky rewards, while contestants recall past wins and unintended consequences.
Elliott Roosevelt is recovering satisfactorily from a minor operation at Leroy Sanatorium. A private hospital spokesman said he was operated on Saturday and that the family declined to comment on his condition.
President Truman sent Congress a peacetime budget totaling 1.558 billion dollars, half for cold war controls. He warned costs will rise to defend freedom worldwide and to finance a proposed national health program with a payroll tax beginning July 1. Employers and workers would share a 1.0 percent tax, with other rates set at a record level to fund the military buildup at home and abroad.
The report outlines President Truman's budget proposals to boost social programs and taxes. It notes a planned expansion of Social Security and a rise in payroll taxes to 2.5 percent for workers and employers, aiming to fund broader coverage and nearly all employed persons. The plan seeks about 36 billion dollars in public funding and additional revenue from payroll taxes starting mid 1950, six months ahead of Congress action.
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