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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1947
Page
1
Gunfire echoed in Jerusalem as pilgrims reached the Church of the Nativity grotto while President Truman pledged increased aid to the world's needy. Christmas around the globe featured prayers, gifts, animals in New York party, and a UN celebration in upstate New York.
In Athens Greek leaders pressed American representatives for more equipment to enlarge armed forces. They want the national defense corps and national guard expanded to 100 battalions while the U S aid mission had approved about 40 battalions. Decisions hinge on Maj. Gen. Livesay’s return from Washington. Reports say the guerrilla government plans a national assembly soon. Observers expect moves to seek relations with Soviet bloc states, risking further strain with the United States and UN Balkan committee.
Phoenix reports the Inspiration Copper company received a Christmas package of a state income tax assessment totaling 113 thousand 498 dollars and 49 cents. The Arizona State Tax Commission announced further assessments for 1944 45 40 for Kennecott and Castle Dome, with amounts 150 thousand 80 dollars 88 cents and 69 thousand 838 dollars 69 cents, filed before January 1 to avoid outlaw.
In Binghamton New York 35 foreign country staff of the United Nations secretariat held a Christmas gathering with 175 workers. They shared goodwill and exchanged greetings in a white Christmas setting at homes and churches near Endicott and Johnson City. A Moscow family watched home movies as their host discussed UN housing needs.
In Bethlehem on Christmas Eve a small group of Christian civilians joined about 500 British troops making the Nativity grotto pilgrimage. Gunfire echoed from near Jerusalem as soldiers with rifles and Sten guns attended a solemn mass at midnight in St. Catherine's chapel.
PAYETTEVILLE Ark Dec 25 Mr Arthur McCracken Harding 68 retired president of the University of Arkansas died Wednesday night in a Fayetteville hospital. He led the university from 1941 to 1951 and served nearly five decades. A mathematician by training he coauthored math texts and wrote a popular astronomy book touring in the United States and Canada.
Violent deaths over the four day Christmas period reach 55 with 46 in traffic accidents and nine from other causes linked to the observance. The National Safety Council warns deaths could total around 400 if travel remains heavy, citing Michigan and South Carolina as top contributors.
Madisonville Kentucky December 25 Rescue workers abandoned efforts to save Frank Stokes 42 of Harrington as a fire in the East Diamond Slope mine of West Kentucky Coal left seven men in the pit six escaped and the other missing. The mine was sealed and unlikely to be opened for weeks while investigators pursue the cause.
Prescott, Dec. 25 The Yavapai County Messenger suffered severe fire damage to its press linotype and equipment in its plant. The Courier assisted by placing its own plant at the Messenger's disposal while publisher J. J. Reuter estimated losses at about 15 000 dollars and noted the fire likely started from a defective oil stove.
Parish funds and a priest personal savings totaling 450000 francs were stolen from the Catholic vicarage in Pirou during midnight mass. A village event, the burglary occurred as residents attended services. Police investigated the theft of church funds and personal savings.
Nearly 1,000,000 Americans are abroad for Christmas. The Army and air force tot up 350,000 troops outside the mainland, the Navy 318,000 ashore and afloat, with 150,000 dependents overseas. Others are state department staff, private business people, and travelers. Areas include Germany, Austria, Italy, Japan, Korea, Panama, the Philippines, Ryukus, Marianas, Bermuda, China, Brazil, and the Persian Gulf.
United Press reports Christmas Eve accidents killed four people in Arizona with two earlier deaths making six total for the year. Victims include 14 year old William Silva in Phoenix, 18 year old Robert Durham and Hooker Campbell Jr in Phoenix, 40 year old Dave Soto in Tucson, and 10 year old Ysidro Murillo in Avondale. Hospitals treated many others as emergency rooms buzzed nightlong.
Paris dispatch says L Humanite reports Soviet satellite nations will recognize Gen Markos Vifiades and guarantee Greece independence against Anglo American intervention. Vifiades proclaimed a provisional democratic government in a broadcast from beyond Greece possibly Yugoslavia. The article notes Elas calls to arms and warns democratic nations will guarantee Greece’s liberty against foreign intervention.
William Weld, a 34 year old American adventurer sailing solo for 10 years, said his cutter Pagan rammed a whale off Auckland. He described fearing collision and mistaking the whale for a reef as it jumped and swam away after the impact. Weld, born in Maine and former Los Angeles resident, left Panama last March.
Senator Butler of Nebraska said he is very doubtful there will be a Marshall plan and he opposes the over all program as outlined by President Truman. Senator Dworshak of Idaho urged streamlining and currency stabilization before large abroad shipments, warning it could jeopardize the home economy and national security.
In Alaska near TAIRBANKS daylight limited to four hours as rescuers prepare to search for a B 29 Superfortress missing since Tuesday with eight aboard. Col Lloyd H Warnee at Ladd Field says the bomber likely went down in the arctic circle and authorities await next of kin notification. Army planes and local volunteers mobilize as weather becomes a factor in the prolonged hunt.
Europe enjoyed its most bountiful Christmas since the war with mild weather drawing families outdoors. Paris and Rome welcomed crowds at early masses while London recorded record warm Christmas Eve temperatures. In Moscow snow and two below zero temperatures contrasted with festive church services and family gatherings across the continent.
Siamese twins joined at the top of their heads died at 26 days old in Indianapolis after prolonged life in Riley children’s hospital. Doctors said they shared brain tissue and nervous systems, making separation unlikely. Parents urged a risky operation, but no facility could care for them long term.
New England reports four to 15 inches of snow with seven deaths from a snowstorm and more snow predicted. Forecasters say rain will move north from the Carolinas into New England in heavy volume. Christmas brought unexpected snow to Chicago and a snow belt spanned the northern states while a cold belt ran through the midsection. Lowest temps included Lebanon New Hampshire at 17 below, Albany at 11 below, and Concord at 9 below zero.
The case asks who inherits Artie Shaw’s $25,000 trust set for his ex wife Elizabeth Jane Kern Shaw Cummings after remarriage. Trustees sued Shaw and Kern Shaw Cummings to determine the fund’s remainder to either party. Shaw is now married to Kathleen Winsor.
Chairman August H. Andresen said investigators have some very interesting government names involved in commodity markets but will not release details until all facts are gathered. Harold Stassen, a Republican hopeful, has charged insiders are gambling in grain. The list of traders on the Chicago wheat market as of April 30, 1946, is expected Friday.
Chairman Leo E. Allen said the rules committee will study overall defense plans before deciding whether to bring universal military training to the house floor. He noted no immediate action after Congress returns and emphasized examining Army and Navy requests along with the federal budget.
In a Sandringham broadcast on Christmas Day, King George VI asks Britons to join in prayers for Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip to find happiness and to deserve and win the love of the people. He notes personal happiness after their daughter’s wedding and praises national efforts toward victory.
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