27 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1952
Page
1
In Denver General Eisenhower framed the campaign against the Democrats, accusing them of complacency and corruption in high places while urging the need for strong leadership on domestic policy. He cited 177 people discharged from federal service over improper conduct as evidence of systemic issues amid a broader critique of party ethics.
State Police recalled as a fresh prison riot erupts at Eddyville Kentucky. Eight convicts and an guard injured. About 25 defiant inmates seized the Commissary Building in a one day outbreak following a prior Hay-long rebellion. Warden Buchanan and Deputy Weldon Jones commented on the situation.
At Lincoln Auditorium, state water pollution officials hear industrialists and sportsmen debate classifying Onondaga Lake into three zones for different uses. Fishermen and sport groups push for a blanket B rating for the whole lake, while officials caution the preliminary report may still change.
Manila reports a chaotic political scene as activists claim a $45 million public works bill was passed while President Elna Guiring, House Speaker, and Senate President allegedly allocated $500 000 each for discretionary use. Congress members and senators receive $25 000 per diem in their districts amid looming re elections.
A House probe into wartime public works at Sampson Air Base reveals extensive plan changes and overtime payments. The Five-Boro-Malan Construction Company began the project in 1950 with a 2.88 million bid, but costs surged as faster completion was required. The Corps of Engineers called initial estimates inadequate, leading to contract termination and a shift to a cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement. The report notes speed drove higher costs and omissions in specifications.
President Truman dismissed U S Marshal Grant of the southern district amid alleged irregularities. Attorney General McGranery, citing insufficient detail, defended the firing while reporters pressed on due process.
Washington reports progress as Congress moves to finish funding bills for next year. The Senate approved 3.437 billion in military and related appropriations after brief debate, while the House opens debate on final bills. The session notes tensions and shifts, with leaders hopeful for completion within days. Containing mentions of Costa Mesa, London reports, and a shooting incident, the summary reflects a chaotic mix of national budgeting, foreign concerns, and a violent event tied to a separate locality.
A 71 year old Brooklyn resident confessed to setting the tenement fire that killed seven people last week. Police said he was arrested after detectives tracked a previous blaze and he admitted starting that and other fires in the area.
Marquis Childs writes on the editorial page weighing whether state power reflects ambitious figures seizing control or the natural outcome of eras. The editorial section notes other features across pages including Amusements Financial Classified and Sports with page references and a mention of Monday’s pictures on page 20.
A man identified as William Thomas, 19, of 24 West Onondaga Street, collapsed during a pursuit by Officer Fogarty on the West Side after a woman was seen with two accomplices. A pocketbook with ID was found. two other men escaped. Thomas later pled guilty to willful trespass and received six months in Onondaga Penitentiary.
A street survey in Syracuse collects opinions from 14 residents, merchants, and officials about whether to keep or remove the downtown parking ban. The piece emphasizes the informal nature of the poll and notes it is not a scientific study. Concluded on Pages 5, Column 1.
Virginia delegates to the Republican National Convention gathered for a Taft aligned luncheon in Charlottesville led by Senator Robert A Tate. The event preceded a credentials committee meeting to select national convention delegates. Worrell Bristol or Walter Hoffman are favored to receive the credentials toast. Taft is set to address the University of Virginia Institute of Public Affairs that night.
Chicago Motor Coach Company plans to spend 319000 to install new coin collectors on buses. The three tone system will assign sounds for nickel dime and slug. The slug tone will be dull rasberry in quality and signal a counterfeit or missing coin entry.
Washington reports Senators Humphrey and McCarran confident of victory as the Senate plans to override President Truman. House already overrode the veto 278 to 112. If Senate follows, immigration law review would become law, altering wartime defense policies. In Sweden, Hugo Gyerswald pleads guilty in a spy case involving Swedish defenses and Russian contacts.
Allied truce negotiators at Panmunjom walked out for the third time in a month to protest North Korean behavior. Major General William K. Harrison announced a three day recess as Nam Sang Joon and other North Korean delegates shouted and demanded a new session tomorrow. UN officials said Nam’s voice was heard as North Korean aides laughed, while Harrison reported the incident to reporters.
A witty line notes that a single man may be unaware of folly, yet a married man is aware of it. The quip reflects a light, reflective tone on marital insight and humor.
Heat relief to continue a few days with cooler conditions ahead. Weatherman Andrew P. Keller forecasts a low near 60 today and a high around 85 tomorrow. Winds from north-northeast at 15 to 25 mph shift to south later. A five day outlook notes temps rise again Sunday through Wednesday. Royal Petry, 45, of 612 S West St, died of a heart attack amid the heat. Concluded on Page 15, Col 1.
A violent 20 minute hailstorm battered automobiles and roofs in a town south of Ottawa. Giant hailstones measured three to four inches in diameter. Mrs Alex Brown saved several hailstones in her refrigerator.
Allied air crews attacked North Korea targets including Changyu and Fu Bsen power stations as well as the switchyards and houses surrounding them. Reports say multiple plants were hit for the first time, with destruction to the powerhouse and adjacent buildings. No final casualty figures are given in the fragment.
Washington battles in Congress as Senate and House push a final controls bill. A 211 to 155 House vote looms for ending most price and rent controls by Monday pending conferees and a Taft-Hartley injunction. President Truman may act only if Congress agrees to halt the 26 day-old stake by invoking the law.
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