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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1950
Page
27
Syracuse University notes Lambda Phi and Chi Tri electing officers for fall. Fraternities host banquets at HowneI Inlinson's and Drumlins with speakers and social gatherings. WCA teens organize camps, dances, and year-end dinners while a postmaster seeks bids for a new building and office space.
GE workers protested in front of Electronics Park during a Jan deadline meeting. The International Union of Electrical Workers led the march while wage increase talks hovered over whether skilled trades raises would take effect. The National Labor Board race results were contested. GE argued the vote isn’t binding yet and that no union held exclusive bargaining rights at the Syracuse plant.
A man named Townsend was held after a police raid and pleaded guilty on a bankmaking charge. He remained in custody on $500 bail while detectives investigated, with officers including Wey Robert Holland and James MeCormet among those involved. A separate report mentions a baseball-related incident at 2 90 PM and wagering concerns.
Lee claims Secretary Sawyer aims to fire him from his $10,000 a year Commerce Department post on baseless political pressure charges. He says the removal violates civil service orders and cites a 1,500 word reply letter to the tentative dismissal. Civil Service Commission appeal possible if decision stands.
North High School Bav Club members joined Kiwanis Club guests at the Hotel Syracuse for a luncheon. Ben Hartquist, New York District Key Clubs chair and principal, urged more Syracuse Key Clubs and outlined recent progress of the international group. Anthony Grosso, outgoing North High president, entertained with piano pieces, earning a third prize at the Columbus convention.
Warbur y Connecticut United Press reports former Representative J Parnell Thomas seeks parole from federal correctional institution where he serves eight months for defrauding the government. Parole board chairman Dr George Killingot said an interview would be scheduled today or tomorrow.
Ford Motor Company handed over yesterday a distinguished 10th Special Car to President Truman. The black convertible Lincoln with red upholstery is 20 inches longer and weighs about 1700 pounds more than the standard model, marking a notable advance in кабинет automotive design.
The United States allowed Vladimir Houdek former Czech UN representative to remain in the country despite his break with the Communist regime and the Czech government. Immigration laws limit his full involvement but he may stay as his case differs from others who face deportation.
Navy officials at Gould Island Narragansett Bay offer a reward after a torpedo tested during a naval exercise went missing two months ago. Captain J. F Gandwin, commander of the naval torpedo station, says the loss is rare and stresses discipline in the fleet. Local names mentioned include Mr Joadason Wade and Canadian Paper Company manager Johnson near New Brunswick.
A clergyman, Rev. MacManaway, faces a party challenge in Parliament amid labor and legal debate. The issue centers on his seat and potential disqualification under the old rules, with broader questions about ministerial eligibility and timing of the contest.
A blaze caused injuries to five people including Captain Pollack and Slack, with Rev. Maser and Edward Lyons rescuing two dogs. The fire damaged the second tier and rear stairway of a building near 572 Gahwood Avenue, while a seminary rector appointment is noted in passing.
Fordham awards Jackson a degree as a senior year leader, noting his roles as president of the Fordham History Society and Parthenian Society member. The mixed OCR text reveals references to campus activities, local car ads, and extensive storefront notices interwoven with the biographical segment.
At the United Nations conference on technical assistance in Lake Success the goal of 40 million dollars is near as 15 nations pledged 16 million and the United States prepared to add 2 million more. Officials noted larger countries had already contributed and expected 15 to 20 other nations to follow. Fifty one nations attended the opening session of the three day meeting.
In Utica area a wage dispute halts oil construction with about 3000 workers idle. Local 1 F.L. Carpenters and Joiners Union members struck for a 2236 cents hourly raise, while negotiations resume. The A P L Building Trades Council supports the strike as workers in Mohawk Valley communities east of Utica remain idle.
Tokyo Jap Paper Jimi Shimpo calls for easing of U.S. bases in Japan. He urges a quick peace treaty as U.S. defense officials Johnson and Bradley travel from Honolulu to Japan to discuss with Allied occupation commander General MacArthur.
Democrats of Brooklyn district show strong backing for Rep. Franklyn D Roosevelt Jr the Democratic liberal gubernatorial candidate in November. A Brooklyn 39th Assembly member Dr Philly J Schupler informed Roosevelt of the support via letter signed yesterday.
NEW YORK UP The United Telephonons Organizations will decide today whether to strike 16000 maintenance and repair employees against New York Telephone. The union says a contract with the Independent union expired at midnight and a union spokesman noted the board would decide on potential action.
Daniel Gordon Judge of New York City said he attained one city family. Coma, Barnum and King discussed fire claims from 1944 and a 1954 Hartford affair amid marketing talks in the park.
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