Indicted in Conspiracy Against V A Defrauding VA
A Manhattan corporation and 204 persons were indicted on conspiracy to defraud the government of nearly $300000 through the GI Bill. Grow System Beauty School in New York enrolled 199 veterans, many never attended classes, while the owners and partners faced charges for fraudulent tuition and supplies payments and VA subsistence checks. The case names Ora W Grow Cassie Grow Abelardo Martinez Victor Triolo and Vincent Puma, and cites attendance fraud and $66,000 fraud in a companion indictment. Each veteran faces up to five years and $10000 fines. principals up to 80 years and $140000 fines each.
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New York
Manhattan Corporation
Grow System Beauty School
42Nd Street
U.S
Miles J. Lane
Garford Laboratories, Inc
Veterans’ Administration
Ora W. Grow
Cassie
Astoria
Queens
Abelardo Martinez
The
Bronx
Victor J. Triolo
Vincent L. Puma
Brooklyn
V.A
Louis I. Kaplan
Kaplan
Puma
Triole
Martinez
Congress Mixed Feelings On Tax Boosts
Congress members volley criticism of the administrations wage price strategy while praising President Truman's tax boost call. Senators O Mahoney Humphrey and several Republicans fault the handling and urge immediate broad wage price controls. Truman notes government staffs are being assembled to apply wider controls, with current actions limited to the automobile sector.
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Washington
Congress
Truman
O’mahoney
Wyoming
Senate House Economic Committee
White House
Humphrey
Minnesota
Flanders
Vermont
Ives
New York
Capehart
Indiana
Allies Smash 5 Drives Then Counterattack Near Wonju
Allied forces including American French and Dutch troops fought the Sobaek Mountain front south of Wonju Korea. The 2nd Division repelled five attacks in sub zero cold then launched a counter thrust aided by more than 80 fighters and bombers. Korean and Chinese forces attacked from multiple directions as weather plunged to 30 below zero and Wonju remained a strategic rail and road hub.
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Wonju
Sobaek
Taegu
Pusan
Chungju-Taegu
U. S. 8Th Army
Osan
Tokyo
Korea
U. S
Canton
Changjin-Hungnam
North Korea
U. N
Seoul
8Th Army
Far East Air Force Headquarters
Kaesong
Sariwon
Sinanju
Suwon
City Seeks Men Experienced in Civilian Tasks
Letters were mailed to about 50 men who served in the local World War II auxiliary police as the first step to enlist hundreds of volunteers for a civil defense organization. Police Chief James B. Quilligan said experienced men are sought to guide the projected auxiliary police. Only a few replies came in. A late next week meeting is planned to shape the group, and a city headquarters is needed before broader recruiting. Mayor Thomas H. Nicholas said several sites, including the World War II headquarters above Bend er's restaurant, are under review for the civil defense hub.
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Civil Defense Organization
James B. Quilligan
Thomas H. Nicholas
Bender’s
2Nd Stand Court
Laurence Maloney
Nichols Seeks Second Term As Mayor Nichols files for re election
Mayor Thomas H. Nichols Democrat filed nominating petitions at the county board of elections seeking renomination. He served one term as city chief executive after winning the 1949 election over Republican J. Stewart Ake. He previously held two terms as city solicitor from 1945 to 1947 and resides at 336 36th St NW. Other petitions issued included Ira A. Casper for president of council and eight council seats contested by candidates from both parties.
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Thomas H. Nichols
County Board of Elections
Nichols
J. Stewart Ake
Charles L. Babcock
Frank S. Catshall
Don R. Davis
John I. Nicholls
Market Ave
Paul J. Paul
18Th St
Michael Rex
3Rd St
Joseph C. Cerreta
17Th St
Ralph C. Frerichs
Chicago blaze on TV kills four firefighters in 1950s spectacle
A massive fire at a riverfront building in Chicago killed four firemen and injured four others as flames and an explosion blasted through a five story structure at 320 North La Salle. The blaze drew a televised viewership of about five million nationwide, with extensive coverage from WNBQ WGN-TV and others. Local evacuations and tunnel smoke spread added to the crisis as crews battled the blaze for hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windy City
Chicago
B. F. Goodrich Rubber Co
Canton
Loop
Merchandise Mart
Civic Opera
State Lake
WNBQ
Jin
National Broadcasting Co
Wenrtv
ABC
WBKB
CBS
Wgn-Tv
Tribune Tower
Chicagoland
Dumont
North la Salle St
U S Clears Final Phase of City Auditorium Project
The National Production Authority ruled that completing the city auditorium complies with government restrictions and may proceed with furnishing, equipment, parking, and landscaping. The approval covers 223 223 dollars approved by council, excluding 23 000 for parking facilities, with potential later material shortages.
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National Production Authority
Robert P. Wilson
NPA
Council
Wilson
Public Property Committee
Berman's Market Opens Sundays 9 to 1 at 1305 W Tusc
Local market announces Sunday hours from 9 to 1 at 1305 West Tusc street. Berman's Market invites shoppers to weekly open hours for retail and essentials.
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Berman’s Market
W. Tusc
Harry E. Fife Dies Veteran Canton Insurance Chief at 87
Harry E. Fife, oldest Canton insurance agent, died Friday at 7:30 p.m. at his 606 McKinley Ave SW home. An 87-year-old business executive, he ran the Harry E. Fife Co. for about 55 years and remained at his desk daily at the McKinley Hotel building until illness. He came to Canton as a child from Allegheny, Pa., and was mentored by Anna McKinley, sister of President McKinley.
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Arry E. Fife
Canton
McKinley Ave
McKinley Hotel
Fife
Harry E. Fife Co
Allegheny
James M
Elizabeth Fife
City Solicitor Seeks Opinion on Ward Plan
City Solicitor Robert P. Wilson said he will ask the Ohio secretary of state for an attorney general ruling on whether Canton can add a 15th councilman this year. Delays in Census certification may postpone redistricting and the municipal elections.
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Robert P. Wilson
Ohio Secretary of State
Canton
Federal Bureau of Census
Wilson
Census Bureau
TB Seal Sale Nearing 1949 Total Milestone
Stark County Tuberculosis Health Association reports $65,483 raised toward the 1952 Christmas Seal drive, $1,600 short of the $67,007 1949 goal. Canton and rural areas contributed $48,082, Alliance $8,598, Massillon $8,802, with $1,418 from countywide school Bangle Pin day. Judge Gordon J. Burris notes mail reminders and broad volunteer effort aim to push past the 1949 benchmark.
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Stark County Tuberculosis & Health Association
Gordon J. Burris
Canton Drive
Burris
Canton
Alliance
Massillon
B. T. Bonnet
Judge Burris
Spend Your Money Wisely Dependable washer service ad
Maytag Rice Co. promotes an automatic washer with 23 years of continuous service. Telephone contact 23817-ad.
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Maytag Rice Co
TV sets offered by major brands at easy terms
Home Furniture Co at 229 Market Street advertises RCA Motorola Admiral Philco Crosley Raytheon Fada Capehart TV sets with easy payment options. The snippet lists brands and location, implying a broad selection for customers seeking affordable television sets.
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R.C.A
Motorola
Admiral
Philco
Crosley
Raytheon
Fada
Capehart
Home Furniture Co
New Inquiry Class at St Peter's School Ad
An advertisement invites readers to attend the New Inquiry Class at St Peter's School on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. promoting Catholic Church truth and happiness through participation.
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St. Peter’s School
Open for business: 3 barbers on 30th st and Martindale rd
A local shop advertises three barbers at its NE location on 30th Street Martindale Road offering Admiral TV sets from 14 inch at 199.95 and 16 inch at 249.95 with easy credit terms. Also promoting Home Furniture at 229 Market S.
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30Th St
Martindale Rd
Admiral
Substitution In 18 Year Old Draft Is Hinted
Washington reports strong signs the Senate may accept a substitute for the Defense plan to lower the minimum draft age from 19 to 18. Possible compromises include drafting at 18 with a year of training or restricting induction to 18 year olds and 6 months, as Lyndon Johnson seeks Rosenberg's tally.
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Washington
Senate
Defense Department
Department
Senate Preparedness
McFarland
Arizona
Anna M. Rosenberg
Lyndon Johnson
Texas
Rosenberg
Defense Marshall
Army
Air Force
Navy
Marines
987th Will Get More Training
A field artillery battalion largely from Stark County Ohio will receive further training before any overseas deployment. The 987th Field Artillery Battalion, now at Camp Carson Colorado, has completed basic and advanced drills and will train with supporting organizations prior to combat duty. The army assured Senator Taft and Representative Bow that new equipment will replace worn or unserviceable gear before shipment.
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Washington
Stark County
Army
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
987Th Field Artillery
Ohio National Guard
Camp Carson
Colo
Taft
Bow
Rose Baking Co Opens Bakery and Store Ad
Rose Baking Co. launches a dual setup with the bakery and the retail store now open. The new operation offers fresh pastries, breads, and goods at the same location. Local customers can visit to sample items and purchase baked products directly.
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Ee Iy
G.I. Bill
Chungju
Chonan
Chunchon
I Korea
Yongdok
Pohang
Taejon
Horseshoe
Harry E. Fife
H. E. Fife
Stark
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