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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1949
Page
1
Ongoing labor dispute faces stalemate as UAW leaders seek federal intervention. Government spokesmen indicate readiness to aid, while union negotiators press for a settlement. Formal talks resume amid mounting pressure from both sides.
The United Steelworkers threaten a walkout over wage and benefit demands at Ford's River Rouge Lincoln-Mercury plants. Philip Murray and unions estimate costs of an insurance program, with talks extending under a 60 day notice and potential strike rights if no agreement by July 16. Conciliation officials expect mediation next week as negotiations continue.
A quirky quip by Jane Greer of Simstar notes that a young man will chase a girl until she captures him. She adds that a good reputation is hard to gain and easy to lose, and compares borrowing to apes who won’t expect repayment. Opportunities are likened to fish, with the big ones slipping away.
North Hollywood report states actor Charles H. Baldro aged 50 died when his car struck a Southern Pacific train at a San Fernando Valley crossing. Police say he attempted to beat the train to the crossing.
President Truman plans to ask Congress for authority to spend about 1.45 billion dollars next year for foreign military aid to meet Soviet aggression anywhere. The policy statement emphasizes flexible use of funds to handle emergencies and potential aid to nations under threat, including internal Communist uprisings. The broader authority could also influence aid to non Communist China if policy shifts.
Washington experts warned the 1950 budget could show a deficit near 3 billion dollars if taxes are not raised. The Joint Committee on Internal Revenue projected revenues at 38.9 billion, down two billion from Truman's 41 billion forecast, amid weaker business activity and proposed spending.
Patrolman Canice Fennelly arrested 72-year-old Mrs Virginia Calhan on a purse snatching charge. The suspect denied the accusation but police records show 40 to 50 prior arrests dating to 1899. She was known to authorities in New York Boston and Philadelphia as a queen of shoplifters.
Four persons split a $164000 jackpot after the Yanana River ice broke and moved downstream at 12 39 PM yesterday. Spectators on the Tanana banks saw a large chunk crack loose, triggering the clock and determining the winners Olaf Efk Kila of Anchorage J A Lay of Fairbanks Ino Nickelson of Anchorage and Betty Dean of Fairbanks each receive 41000. This marks the 32d annual contest and the first time the Tanana broke on May 14.
The Soviet news agency Investia said lifting the Berlin blockade could mark a first step toward broader agreements on Germany. It warned against plans for aggressive political and military blocs and alliances, to be left out of the Paris meeting of the Big Four Foreign Ministers.
The State Department argues the arms program is necessary for peace and security, saying Western nations hold the initiative and must stand united. It warns that without stronger defense plans, Western Europe and allied nations risk isolation in a hostile world.
Swedish ambassador Erik Boheman said Sweden will defend freedom and Western civilization with a strong European military setup. He explained Sweden did not join the Atlantic Pact, noting a potential watertight defense with Norway and Denmark was considered, but Norway favored joining the pact to quickly replenish arms.
Gen Dwight D Eisenhower returns to Columbia University after military duty in Washington and convalescence in the South. He works at the official residence for hours and plays a round of golf in the afternoon as he resumes duties. He was called to Washington in February to preside over joint chiefs of staff issues and had visited Columbia weekly until illness interrupted.
Thousands of spectators lined Onondaga Lake to see Harvard crews sweep the finals at the Fourth Annual Eastern Intercollegiate Rowing Championship. Fans in foul weather gear enjoyed clambakes and barbecues along the shore before the freshman through varsity finals as sun broke through clouds. One spectator on crutches waved a school banner throughout the races.
A man ran amok with a razor on a crowded downtown street in Jacksonville Florida injuring four before dying in a hail of bullets. The assailant was Johnny Jerome James 26 of Detroit. Patrolman H A Curtis fired four times but could not stop him. He was killed by a head shot from Hoyt Suggs, a retired city fireman.
Washington reports show 52 member CIO executive board meeting after six months of internal clashes. Leaders plan to consider pulling the CIO from the World Federation of Trade Unions and may move to organize white collar and government workers. President Philip Murray earlier criticized CIO unions at the Portland convention.
The Shanghai front reports artillery fire audible as Communist forces push toward the city. Nationalist defenders claim gains around Kunshan Taichang and Kiating salients while a Red drive closes within 15 miles of Lungwha airport and near the western city limits.
Six University of Chicago professors including atomic scientist Harold C. Urey were summoned by a state legislative commission to answer charges of Communist-front membership.
Twenty thousand boys and girls from all 48 states and the District of Columbia marched along Constitution Avenue in Washington to honor school safety patrols. The crowd, the largest in the capital, watched as patrol members wore white shoulder straps and belts and kept peers safe at street crossings. The event lasted three hours and featured AAA lifesaver awards presented by Secretary Snyder to eight lifesavers.
Gerhart Eisler, described as the No. 2 Communist agent in the United States, was dragged from the Polish liner Batory at Southampton and jailed to await extradition. Police used force to remove him, with Polish Embassy protests and claims of Polish rights, as he prepared to be taken to Bow Street Court in London.
The Syracuse Herald American announces a nine section edition for today. It includes two sections of the Pack comic weekly the American Weekly magazine supplement Parade the picture magazine the complete telegraph news section society and music local home town events the complete sports section a mail order tabloid and other features.
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