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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1949
Page
2
The piece recalls a White House outfit skit about wearing white tie or black, with Clarle Pos. and Dean Acheson discussed. It notes fashion gossip from stores on Sixth Ave and a celebrity lineup around Senator Video and Edgar Bergen TV prospects.
Charles A. Lindbergh flew to Berlin aboard an airlift plane to inspect radar traffic control at Tempelhof and visit the Berlin Air Safety Center as a special representative of the Air Force chief of staff. He returned by the same route last night after a coal load delivery. He also toured the radar, traffic facilities, and safety center during his Berlin mission.
A chaotic report describes Edward G as he departs Shanghai amid a showplace backdrop of East Side streets. The piece mentions Count Basie potential band breakup, a Cantain Markos steamer, refugee moves, and figures like Teresa Wright and Gene Foater. It lists Kate Smith, Ted Collins, Kay Medford, and Michael Walev among others in a jumbled, newsy obituary collage.
State Police search Lower Saranac Lake for bodies after an automobile broke through thin ice. Missing are Dr. Charles H. Haskins and Justice of the Peace A. Douglas Bombard. Reports note dangerous ice and grappling irons used in the attempt to recover the vehicle.
In Albany and Washington a party split over education funding surfaced as Republicans spent millions on campaign tanks while Democrats prevailed. Figures show Republicans raised 962,201 and spent 926,371 against Democrats 307,027 and 64,824, with education aid proposed at 25,000 to 40,000,000. The year saw major fundraising by both sides amid moves to increase taxes to finance boosts. A separate report notes a trainer plane crash killed Rev Emmet Flood and a New Haven line tragedy. Labor seeks complete Taft-Hartley repeal, while Yale students prepare for a convention after an airliner incident.
A massive Armed Forces parade was planned for the inauguration with all branches marching their cadets and midshipmen. Officials warned weather could affect flyovers by Marine aircraft and other units as precision drills showcase military strength. In South Africa, police detained hundreds of Indians and Zulu residents amid post riot tensions as refugees fled camps.
A columnist attributed to Welter Keeman laments perceived U S indifference to foreign aid while noting France sending gifts and African tribesmen reportedly moving toward Christianity. The piece criticizes domestic priorities and hints at post inauguration reflections following Christ Week sentiments.
Negotiations led by UN mediator Dr. Ralph Bunche on withdrawal and reduction of forces in the Negev faced secrecy and limited public progress. Britain’s Bevin flagged Palestine obligations while armistice talks involving Trar Jordan Israel moved slowly amid optimism and deep questions that threaten a peace accord.
Washington reports indicate the United States Congress may reduce travel by members. House Speaker prabera D tews said fewer traveling committees will be approved, with Senate concurrence required for any travel funding or junkets. Internal talks note the House must pass the bill and the Senate must approve in the case of committee trips.
Combat notes that Preach Forenga Munson and Eop ert Shuman will visit the United States in March to attend the General Assembly and discuss the Norsk Attacts Defense Pact with American officials.
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