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The Pocatello Post

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1949

Page

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Health Plan For Schools Is Outlined

Idaho plans a state wide health program for elementary schools emphasizing health service living and instruction. A uniform health record system will track each student from entry to graduation across all districts. A panel on the administration of public schools led by O D Cole was scheduled for the next session.

Idaho Allen P. Jeffries James V. Fowler O. D. Cole State Department of Education

Phone Union Demands Probe Into AT&T Labor Tactics

Delegates at the CWA convention newly aligned with the CIO urged a congressional investigation into AT&T and its associated companies. They called for a House and Senate resolution and warned of possible strike action within 90 days to win recognition. The effort targets AT&T influence over national labor relations, and follows Bell System denials of union‑wrecking tactics.

Ci *Go The Communications Workers of America CIO American Telephone and Telegraph Company Associated Companies At&t National Labor Relations Board Robert Denham CWA Joseph Beirne House Senate ATT American Telephone and Telegraph Co Bell System Bell Companies Congress

Truman Plans Weekend Cruise Aboard Presidential Yacht Williamsburg

President Truman and daughter Margaret left Washington on the presidential yacht Williamsburg for a weekend cruise. The party includes Defense Secretary Stephen Early, John R. Steelman, and Mon C. Wallgren, former Washington governor and ally. Wallgren’s nomination to chair the National Security Resources Board was withdrawn amid Senate opposition.

Washington Truman Margaret Williamsburg Deey Stephen . Early John R. Steelman Mon C. Wallgren National Security Resources Board Senate

Pocatello to be site for Westvaco phosphorus plant

Westvaco Chemical plans an $8 million Pocatello plant four miles north of town to produce and ship almost 50 tons daily of elemental phosphorus. The liquid is stored underwater and rail shipment will go to Carteret New Jersey and Newark California for use in phosphates and rust proof paints.

Westvaco Pocatello Howard Higgins Claude W. Davis J. Gilbert Miller Taylor Darden Gate City Westvaco Chemical Corporation Westvaco Chemical Division Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation Idaho Intermountain J. Gilbert Jfiller Carteret N. J Newark Calif New Jersey California Ft. Hall Indian Reservation Miller

Idaho Accountants Converge In Bannock For Third Annual Meet

The Idaho Association of Public Accountants opened its third annual convention at the Bannock hotel with a welcome by Mayor W. W. Halsey. William Fitzgerald of Lewiston delivered the response as the group discussed legislation for Idaho’s 1951 session and stated the state’s rising position. Arlin Mayer of Idaho Power spoke on industrial development and Idaho’s raw materials, while T. R. Bowen of First Security Bank outlined information bankers seek from accountants.

Idaho Association of Public Accountants Bannock W. W. Halsey William Fitzgerald Lewiston Henry O'Leary O’leary Idaho T. R. Bowen First Security Bank Idaho Falls

Exam Is Too Late Ends Life at VA Office

Joseph E. Tamuleircz, 27, completed a VA physical exam in Boston yesterday and began a disability pension claim when he collapsed and died at the office. The death occurred after the examination and during the claim process, with authorities investigating the incident.

Boston Joseph E. Tamuleircz Veterans’ Administration Office

Mormon youth pledge year long drive for chastity

President George Albert Smith addressed the 50th LDS MIA conference at the Salt Lake City tabernacle as Mormon youth leaders unveiled a year long campaign promoting chastity and clean living. He praised the MIA program for its benefits and urged continued good works and the practice of the good turn.

Salt Lake City George Albert Smith Latter Day Saints Church Mutual Improvement Association Salt Lake City Tabernacle Tabernacle Smith Los Angeles LDS Church

Grocers Denounce Brannan Subsidy Plan

CHICAGO delegates of the National Association of Retail Grocers adopted a resolution condemning the Brannan subsidy proposals as wholly illusory. The group warned the administration plan would require rigid controls and invite over production, risking government bankruptcy.

Chicago National Association of Retail Grocers Agriculture Charles F. Brannan

Bannock and Caribou Officials Extend Rock Crusher Use

Bannock county commissioners said a meeting with Caribou county officials yielded an agreement to extend the use of Caribou’s rock crusher on Bannock roads for two weeks at no cost. The crusher has been used on county roads and is owned by Caribou county.

Bannock Caribou County Bannock County

Suspension Of UP Trains 33 and 34 Granted

The Union Pacific was authorized to discontinue trains 33 and 34 between Idaho Falls and the Idaho Montana line on 10 days notice. The Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved the move after a Pocatello hearing amid protests from local groups. Revenue for both trains fell to $196,487.02 with expenses of $465,234.85 since World War II.

Union Pacific Railroad Idaho Falls Idaho-Montana State Line Idaho Public Utilities Commission PUC Pocatello Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Montana Public Utilities Commission Butte Montana-Idaho State Line Union Pacific

Runaway private cabin plane crashes into parked craft

Walter E. Burgess of Buhl escaped the private cabin plane at American Falls Friday. After starting the engine again he did not block the wheels and the aircraft rolled forward smashing a parked sport plane owned by Alfred Deeg. Burgess escaped injury. Deeg’s plane suffered wing damage. State Patrolman Alfred E. Nogel investigated.

American Falls Walter E. Burgess Buhl Ace Burgess Alfred Deeg Deeg Alfred E. Nogel

Idaho bids set for three road projects total 184000

Idaho department opened bids on three road projects with a combined low total of 184,013.35. Parson and Fife of Brigham City Utah bid 102,448.40 to recondition 7.914 miles of U S 30 south of Idahome with bituminous road mix. Western Construction Co of Pocatello bid 60,764.90 to surface 7.094 miles of U S 93 alternate between Tikura and Carey. Western Construction also bid 20,800 to stockpile 24,000 tons of crushed gravel near Fairfield.

BOISE Idaho Highway Department Parson and Fife Brigham City Utah Idahome Western Construction Co Pocatello U. S. 93 Tikura Carey Fairfield

Cooperation With Highways Sought

Pocatello mayor and four chamber members visit Gov. Robins in Boise to seek cooperation in linking state highway connections near the Gate City with proposed one way street routings. Delegation includes Mayor W W Halsey President R D Gallafent C E Flandro Harley Markham and Ed Dufford.

Pocatello Chamber of Commerce Gov. C

Peterson to Direct Medical Plan in Southeastern Idaho

A O Peterson is named district manager for Idaho Hospital Service and Idaho Medical service with offices to open in Pocatello and Idaho Falls. R T Jones announces the move as part of extending Blue Cross hospitalization and surgical obstetrical medical plans to area residents and employee groups.

A. O. Peterson Southeastern Idaho Idaho Hospital Service Idaho Medical Service Pocatello R. T. Jones Boise Peterson Idaho Farm Bureau Federation Idaho Falls Tandy and Wood Building Jonen Blue Cross Idaho A. C. Peterson

White Girl to Wed Robeson in New York Ceremony

Paul Robeson Jr., son of the renowned left wing baritone, is to marry Martyn Greenberg, a white woman, at a Sunday ceremony to be officiated by Rev. John W. Darr Jr. The couple met at Cornell where Robeson earned an electrical engineering degree.

New York Paul Robeson, Jr Martyn Greenbergy All University John W. Darr Darr Hewlett Johnson Canterbury U. S Robeson Moscow Miss Greenberg Cornell Carr

Coal Miners Reject Southern Stretch Offer to Extend Pact

United Mine Workers refused a Southern Coal Producers Association extension to avoid a strike next month. Sid Owens and John L. Lewis said it was not admirable to agree to an extension now. President Joseph Moody proposed the idea as wage talks broke for the weekend. Talks resume Tuesday with federal mediation director Cyrus Ching seeking to extend talks beyond June 30 without a work stoppage.

Bluefield W. Va United Mine Workers Southern Sid Owens UMW John L. Lewis Joseph F. Moody Southern Coal Producers Association Cyrus Ching

Construction May Begin On Bannock County Hospital

County officials and state health leaders discussed funding for Bannock County General Hospital. With federal dollars limited, plans focus on building the shell and interior roughing, aiming to start soon if a Senate bill increases Idaho hospital funds.

Bannock County L. J. Peterson Vernon Harris C. H. Elle Twin Falls Idaho Senate

City Council Sets Special Meeting on Ready Mix Gravel Crusher

A special city council meeting is scheduled for 2 p m next Wednesday to decide the disposition of the Ready Mix Concrete gravel crusher on W Center’s 1600 block. Residents call the device a nuisance and an eyesore prompting the action. The dispute pits Lee E Reid of the company against W Center residents after a recent council session in Mayor George Phillips’ administration.

W. Center W. W. Halsey Lee E. Reid George Phillips

Baby Girl Born Mere 19 Ounces in Fort Lauderdale

A three months premature newborn weighing 19 ounces at birth has a "fair chance" to live. Nanette, delivered Sunday to Mrs. Paul H. Kues, was not reweighed yet but Broward County General Hospital staff noted she was swallowing food, an encouraging sign. She remains in an incubator with constant nursing care. Doctors said examination shows she is not losing weight and the infant is perfectly formed.

Fort Lauderdale Fla Nanette Paul H. Kues Atuches Broward County General Hospital

National DAV Leader Seeks v Veterans Aid at Idaho Rally

Vivian D. Corbly of Cincinnati urged Idaho veterans to back the DAV in opposing hospital bed cuts and the Hoover Commission plan. He warned that 16,000 VA hospital beds could be lost and urged vigilance to restore beds and protect current benefits including compensation pension and medical treatment. President Wainwright and the DAV oppose merging VA hospitals with other agencies.

Corbly DAV Jonathan M. Wainwright Jin Idaho General Wainwright Hoover Commission Congress America

Rails Denied Rate Hikes in Idaho Freight Charges

Idaho Public Utilities Commission rejected rail freight increases on sugar beets call potatoes lime rock ores and concentrates and ore tailings but allowed higher rates for molasses and pumice stone. The denial on sugar beets was stated without prejudice to mileage based rates. The decision finalizes the commission's review of proposed hikes dating to 1947.

Boise Idaho Public Utilities Commission PUC Commission Idaho Joy

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Jeffries Idaho State College Fowler John Averill Grocers United Press A.o.peterson Senate Commission W. H Pete” Jensen Glen H. Taylor Harris Bannock Hospital Elle Council Vivian D. Corbly Cincinnati Mendy National Moose Hall Rails
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