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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1951
Page
2
The 88,000 member State Farm Bureau Federation announced plans to oppose the new weight-distance truck tax at the upcoming Legislature. It will survey farm trucks to gauge impact of the licensing law, arguing the tax is unjust and unreasonable.
Tokyo reports Japan's population nearing 85 million, the highest since statistics began 51 years ago. After a postwar surge, the birth rate fell this year while the death rate also declined. Projections sight 100 million by 1970–1961 earliest, with urban family planning expanding and contraception rising. Agriculture employs up to 45 percent. land limits force small farms and crowding per square kilometer. Government notes one in five practice birth control and abortion allowed in certain cases.
Dewey of New York will deliver a major foreign policy address at the Connecticut State Bar Association annual two day convention dinner tonight broadcast by Nationwide radio ABC at 8 30 p m The talk marks a key policy moment for the bar association era.
Denmark's Foreign Minister Ole Bjoern Kraft denounces testimony before the House Appropriations subcommittee on foreign military aid as a blot on Denmark and interference in Danish affairs. Brig. Gen. Olmstead’s testimony is criticized as unfounded meddling. The report cites concerns over Denmark’s readiness and defense posture. Meanwhile, international events include the Duke of Windsor’s first German visit in 14 years and Gen. Collins touring Sarajevo defense sites.
CHICAGO. Perfect driving conditions often are hazardous, says Dr. Ross McFarland of Harvard. An analysis shows most serious accidents with $2.00? 1000 in claims occurred on clear days, daylight, light traffic, and dry surfaces in good repair. Errors in steering frequent with too high speed for conditions.
Death notices report the passing of Joaquín Chapaprieta Tor Regros aged 78. The obituary references his role as premier of the Sparmat and ties to Madrid Spain, noting wartime and financial connections and King Alfonso’s era.
In Brownsville Texas a flight bound for Mexico City encountered a bizarre incident as coconuts carried by passengers exploded midair. A pistol crack-like sound caused panic while coconuts, previously displayed and boarded, ruptured due to high altitude and punctured the remaining fruit.
Baltimore narcotics case expands with seven more defendants sentenced from 18 months to 10 years Judge Joseph Sherton presided as three jockeys and two exercise riders received prison terms for narcotics participation linked to dope parties near Pimlico track. Five girls, including two 15 year olds, were involved in the case.
Gov Douglas McKay proposed using prisoners to clear brush and assist farming as Oregon State Penitentiary faces a power shortage. Prison authorities say labor is found on 3200 acres of land and in housekeeping and harvest tasks.
State commerce commissioner Harold Keller urged integrating civil aviation into national defense plans. He said the department will prevent civilian grounding in emergencies and keep airports active to protect the population. The speech at the New York State Airport Development and Operations Conference highlighted coordination with armed services and ongoing airport development. Keller urged aviation groups to work with defense agencies and stressed preserving facilities and equipment for emergency use.
Pedro C Ahlmark of Stockholm son of a Swedish Navy commodore serves as pay clerk at the 2233rd Air Transport Squadron during three years in the Swedish Air Force. At 25 he joined the U S Air Force late last year after studies at Sampson College and Iowa State College.
A Chinese fisherman Sunday landed a 609 pound shark off Hong Kong, potentially setting a regional record. Inside the carcass were 11 fully developed pups weighing about three pounds each.
New York column pokes fun at wife waiting habits with a series of wife waiting types and a humorous guide to delays. Also reports Chief Petty Officer Charles B Meyer, navy diver veteran, winning $2960 on Break the Bank radio show to retire after 20 years in 1936 and move to San Diego with his family.
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