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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1950
Page
18
Onondaga County will have a complete civil defense plan outlining protection after a bombing. County leaders met at the Court House to present a general plan for wartime and natural disaster contingencies, aiming to preserve morale, limit panic, and coordinate post-attack relief and radio operations.
In a wartime era briefing, speakers stress preparation for disaster and war while affirming peace work. Citizens are urged to adopt a local plan, coordinate with Syracuse and Onondaga County officials, and remain vigilant as international tensions rise.
A questionable UPI report claims a Catholic priest suggests using a Soviet controlled pest exchange to manage potato bugs, proposing a One Four program style approach. The State Department dismisses Russia’s potato bug sabotage claim as fantasy and notes any bugs would be communist caused.
U.S intelligence agencies disclosed that Russia has stepped up normal summer maneuvers in Easter period, signaling intensified military drills and heightened activity.
Ex sergeant Julius Greenglass, 28, was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of conspiring to pass national defense information. The case ties to Los Alamos atomic work and to Harry Gold and Klaus Fuchs, with Greenglass accused of delivering secrets and a mold sketch. Bail set at 100000, venue likely New Mexico. witnesses included FBI agents and Los Alamos officials.
New York State’s rent law blocked 19 attempted evictions from June 1 to June 30 and prevented more than a dozen threatened evictions through court actions and negotiations. Attorney General Nathaniel L Goldstein reported the results, noting administrative procedures also deterred many potential cases.
Officials announce start dates for three SU construction projects including Shaw dormitory the women's building and the College of Law. Plans for all three will be released as bids are sought. Army Day is marked in Peiping with anniversaries relating to the Marco Polo Bridge Incident.
Pork prices rose two to ten cents a pound across many competitive markets this week as higher live stock quotes and fourth of July shipments influenced supply. Eggs gained two cents a dozen. other meats and poultry held steady. Produce saw tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, and berries move unevenly amid wartime and weather effects.
Heirens the convicted killer of 1940s era Suzanne Degnan is listed as 21, serving multiple terms for murder and robbery. He is housed at Menard after transfers from Stateville and is now a self described “good prisoner” studying mathematics and engineering in his cell while planning a life story. His move to the psychiatric division followed an attempted death by self harm and gunfire provocation. His remaining sentences include a 14 year term for assault to murder, 1 to 20 years for robbery, and life for another robbery.
A garbled forecast notes clear and fair conditions with slightly warmer temperatures in Syracuse. It lists yesterday’s high around 97 in 1921 as a record and a low near 59 with sunset around 6:46 PM and sunrise at 5:34 AM.
Weather summary describes rainfall focused in western and southern areas with scattered showers and thunderstorms across Gulf region Great Plains and western mountains. Temperatures vary from seasonable in the northeast to warmer in the Midwest, with winds forecast. Meteorologist notes forecast from Dr Merwelt.
Rural livestock sales report highlights prices for calves, heifers, and sheep in a Florida market. Offers price ranges and notes demand conditions with references to buyers and sellers, including cattle and calf categories, weight classes, and sale progress through late Thursday.
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