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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1952

Page

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DiSalle Leaves Price Post to Seek U S Senate Seat

DiSalle announces he will quit as price administrator to pursue the Democratic nomination for the U S Senate in Ohio. Rumors swirl about possible cabinet-level posts and other White House assignments as Attorney General McGrath and President Truman reassess staff.

Washington Michael Vu DiSalle Price United States Senate Ohio Senator Bricker Truman J. Howard McGrath White House di Ballo McGrath Dein the Sen

TV Show Argument Blamed In Fatal Shooting

In Mt. Clemens Michigan a 16 year old fatally shot his deputy sheriff father after an argument about a television show. John Sikon 45 died from a shotgun wound in the back at St Joseph hospital. Gerald Sikon prayed for his father’s recovery as family members watched a TV mystery. the youth reportedly loaded a 16 gauge shotgun after overhearing a dispute and told siblings to move aside before firing.

MT. Clemens Mich John Sikon St. Joseph Hospital Harley Ensign Gerald Ensign

Allied Jets Bay Two Red MIG-15s

Allied jets shot down two Communist MIG-15s over northwest Korea and damaged another. Russians fled across the Yalu as US Sabres pursued. Scattered fighting spread along the frozen 145 mile front with the heaviest clash on the central front. V A Eighth Army reported 3,483 enemy killed or captured in the last week and 13,292 since January.

Seoul Korea Yalu VA. 5 Eighth Army

Tank sinks with U S 45th Division in Korea

Maj Her pert Fourt of Oklahoma City reports sinking a Red tank crossing a frozen river by blasting the ice with an artillery round. He described the incident and noted immediate weatherstripping and caulking work as needed. Also advertised are fuel-saving services and several auctions and sales from Winchester, Armstong, and Headleys Auctions.

U. S. 45Th Infantry Korea Herpert Fourt Oklahoma City Winchester W. Armstrong Company E. Piccadilly St Headleys Auctions

Calls to move Newark Airport after Elizabeth crash

Elizabeth residents demand relocation of Newark Airport after a Convair crash killed 28, including former War Secretary Patterson, as a prior December fire at Newark killed 56. Mayor Kirk labels the area under danger and pushes for relocation despite cost, while senators demand investigation.

Elizabeth N. J Newark Airport Robert Patterson American Airlines Miami Florida Newark Elizabeth River James T Kirk Kirk Convair Battin High School New York City New Jersey Smith Hendrickson Washington

Federal Jury Convicts Delaney in Tax Bribery Case

Denis W. Delaney, former Massachusetts collector of internal revenue, found guilty on all six counts of two indictments after a nine hour trial in Boston. He faced up to 18 years in prison and fines up to 37,500 with sentencing set for next week.

Boston Denis W. Delaney Massachusetts Internal Revenue Delaney Charlies E. Wyzanski, Jr C. Keefe Hurley Wyzanski Balding Delaney Lawrence WPA Truman

First Cavalry to Defend Japan's Northern Island

The U S First Cavalry Division has moved from Korea to guard Japan's northern island. Maj Gen Thomas L Harrold warned that if Soviet forces land they will face all available weapons. He said the unit feels as much on the front line now as in Korea, with the 45th Division replacing them in Korea.

Camp Crawford Hokkaido Japan U. S. First Cavalry Korea Habomai Island Kuriles Russia Sakhalin Thomas L. Harrold 45Th Oklahoma National Guard First Cavalry

Legion Leader backs atomic bomb use in Korea

Fr. Donald R. Wilson national commander of the American Legion said today he favors dropping the atom bomb in Korea if the weapon is tactically feasible. He urged careful consideration of strategic aims and warned against hesitancy that could embolden enemy forces.

Providence. Fr Donald R. Wilson The American Legion Korea

Webb resigns as Under Secretary of State

James E. Webb resigns today from the post of Under secretary of State. President Truman selects David K. F. Bruce, then ambassador to France, to fill the vacancy.

Washington James E. Webb Truman David K. F. Bruce France

Legion Honors 14 Past Commanders at Winchester Dinner

Major Van T Barfoot US Army spoke at a George Washington Hotel dinner by Conrad Hoover Post 21 to honor fourteen past Legion commanders. He discussed Europe current military and economic conditions, Western Germany's postwar recovery, and American soldiers’ roles while noting ongoing training and combat readiness.

van T. Barfoot US Army George Washington Conrad Hoover American Legion Major Barfoot 116Th Infantry Division Virginia National Guard America Kenneth C Patton Legion A. J. Novick Phillip Fowle H. W. Butler Wendell B. Goode John Fosbrink Harry L. McCann Claude Grim Walter Shade Robert Schenck Gene Dearing Mifflin B. Clowe, Jr William Louthan Robert Baker Charles Zuckerman Patton Winchester Europe Western Germany

Bishop Opposes 3.2 Beer in Training Camps

Washington Methodist Bishop Wilbur E Hammaker told the House Armed Services Committee that 3.2 percent beer is not harmless. He urged a complete prohibition in Universal Military Training camps, calling beer an insidious enemy.

Washington Wilbur E. Hammaker House Armed Services Committee

Nangle Confident Truman Will Run Again

John Nangle, Missouri National Democratic Committeeman, says there is no doubt Truman will seek reelection. He noted Truman had not shared his intentions but believes the president will run, favoring the race though noting the president may need a rest.

Washington Truman National Democratic John Nangle Missouri White House Nangle

New Contract Ends Bus Strike Threat in Virginia

The Virginia Transit Company and the union representing drivers and maintenance workers reached a new contract today. The agreement ends the threat of a strike by midnight in Richmond Norfolk and Portsmouth.

Richmond Virginia Transit Company Norfolk Portsmouth

UN Pilot Drops Bomb on Kaesong in Misfire

United Nations command acknowledged a bomb dropped on Kaesong by an Allied aircraft when a pilot pushed the wrong button while intending to drop a wing tank. They questioned whether a strafed convoy included truce trucks or illicit military vehicles bearing truce markings.

Munsan Korea U. N Kaesong United Nations North Korea Adm R. E. Libby Reds U. N. Ask

Kefauver Expected To Enter Presidential Race Today

Senator Estes Kefauver of Tennessee is set to announce a formal bid for the Democratic presidential nomination at a 3 p.m. news conference. Supporters have filed his name for the Illinois April 8 primary, joining Brien McMahon in a competitive race as Truman weighs a possible second term.

Washington Estes Kefauver Tennessee Senate Crime Investigating Committee Kefauver Illinois Prsidential Brien McMahon Connecticut McMahon Tennesseean Mc- Mahon Truman Gen Eisenhower GOP Western Europe Supreme Comman

Lodge Duff Invited To Ike Headquarters Opening

Winchester Virginia will host the opening of the Winchester Frederick Eisenhower for President Club Headquarters at Loudoun and Piccadilly Streets on January 26 at 12 noon. Senators Henry Cabot Lodge and James H. Duff are invited to attend and participate in the ceremonies.

Henry Cabot Lodge Massachusetts James H. Duff Pennsylvania Winchester Frederick Eisenhower H. B. McCormac, Jr Loudoun Piccadilly Streets Senators Lodge Duff Eisenhower United States Ike McCormac Winchester-Frederick Virginia

Paris Pink Popular New Hat Color This Spring

The latest spring millinery favors Paris inspired hats with forward siting to avoid hair exposure. Pink dominates the palette from pastel to flamingo with blues yellows greens and classic neutrals. Popular trims include flowers ribbons fruits feathers straw embroidery and veils offering varied feminine styles.

Paris

Wilkins to Head Merchants Group Until Election

James R. Wilkins manager of the Shoecenter and vice president of the Winchester Retail Association will serve as president after Do J Ott resigns and moves to Waco Texas. He will hold the post until officers meeting in mid February.

James R. Wilkins Shoecenter Winchester Retail Association Do. J. Ott Waco Texas Wilkins

Motorship Capsizes During Launch in Naples Bay

A 400 ton motorship capsized at a launching ceremony in Naples forcing about 90 people to jump into the Bay of Naples. The bathers were rescued by small boats. a few workmen were injured but none seriously.

Naples Italy Bay of

Virginia considers runoff primary plan for 1952 elections

Richmond proposes a statewide runoff primary for governor lieutenant governor attorney general and U S senator with a July 15 first vote and August 19 runoff if needed. The bill would take effect with four fifths Senate House approval as emergency legislation and accounts for poll tax prepayment.

Richmond Virginia General Assembly United States Senate House Aining

Bring Lives Under Mastery of Christ Dr Shirkey Urges

The Rev Albert P Shirkey spoke at the First Baptist Church during the Week of Prayer to urge bringing every part of life under the mastery of Christ. He said life comes only with Jesus and that daily renewal is needed to grow as Christians. The service was led by Rev Carl W Hiser and Drs L Flickinger.

Christ Dr. Shirkey Albert P. Shirkey God First Baptist Church Winchester Ministerial Association Shirkey Cisting Chapel Michael Angela Adam Jesus Christ Drs. L Flickinger

Two New Traffic Deaths in State

State police records show 38 traffic deaths in Virginia this year. Two fatalities were added yesterday. Franklin Charles Wright, 73, of Clifton Forge, a pedestrian, was struck on U S Route 60 near Clifton Forge and died after hospitalization. Martha Sycamore, 77, of Portsmouth, died from injuries in a January 5 single vehicle crash in Norfolk County.

Richmond Virginia Franklin Charles Wright Clifton Forge Martha Sycamore Portsmouth Wright Norfolk County

Battle Casualties Rise in Korea Reported at 104,944

U S battle casualties in Korea climbed to 104,944, an increase of 261 from the previous week as the war continued.

Washington U. S Korea

Governor Battle authorizes highway workers pay increase

Richmond reports Governor Battle today authorized a raise for State Highway Department hourly workers from 16 to 90 cents. The decision affects numerous laborers and comes amid budget considerations and state wage discussions.

Richmond Battle State Highway Department

Sub Zero Cold Hits Midwest Wide Areas Across the Region

The Associated Press reports sub zero cold spreading from the Rockies to New England with snow, ice, and high winds. Blizzards shut highways in the upper plains and Great Lakes, with Interstate and rail delays, snowplows clearing wind drifts, and multiple weather-related closures and delays across the Dakotas Minnesota and surrounding states.

Midwest Rockies New England Dakotas Minnesota International Falls Minn Grand Forks N. C Cut Bank Mont Arctic Canada Plains Mid-Continent Gulf of Mexico Appalachians Hiawatha Minneapolis Mobridge South Dakota Mitchell-Pierres Murdo

Alcoholics Taking Cure Recover At a Rapid Rate

State Health Department officials report rapid improvement among treated alcoholics. Kenneth F. Lee says of 816 patients only 166 have not shown progress. 299 have stayed sober, 142 had one relapse, and 184 reduced their drinking substantially.

Richmond State Health Department Kenneth F. Lee Alcoholic Treatment Division Lee

Major's TV Moment Triggers Call to Wife in Maryland

Major Joseph A. Dries Allied censor at Truce Delegation HQ Munsan Korea telephoned his wife in Glen Burnie Maryland during a brief Tokyo trip. She answered as a scream and silence followed. His eight year old Chris then exclaimed that he heard his father on television. The voice surfaced in footage from Panmunjom filmed last week.

Tokyo Joseph A. Dries Truce Munsan Korea Glen Burnie Dries Chris

Virginia court upholds will ruling on Henry estate

The Winchester Corporation Court and the Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that the Charles B. Henry will cannot benefit the John Kerr School children. Henry died in 1949 leaving over 87 thousand dollars to a trust for the school. the courts ruled the trust invalid and directed the estate to be distributed according to Virginia law.

District of Columbia Winchester Corporation Court Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia John Kerr School Lali Charles B. Henry Henry Loudoun Pall Mall Shenandoah Valley Bank Hattie Saylor Scully and Wolts Morrison, Benham Thomas E Elliott Marshall Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia Richmond Marshall

Arab Demonstrators Storm Police Station Near Moknine

Renewed rioting in Tunisia leaves at least three policemen dead and two hostages after Arab demonstrators storm a police station near Moknine. The death toll rises to 31 in a week of nationalist unrest as Arab shopkeepers close shops and Tunis faces a general strike. The Bey of Tunis backs Arab ministers seeking UN assistance for home rule.

Tunis Tunisia Moknine Paris Siri Mohamemed al Amin United Nations

Executors Notice and Local Auctions in Berryville

Executors notice announces settlement requests from heirs of the late John 4H Bromley in Berryville Virginia. Special auction sale advertised for antique and modern furniture at Headley’s Auctions 1315 Valley Avenue. Local department promotions include clearance offers on dresses blouses skirts at Lovett's and Buzzella's with discounted prices.

John Bromley Selden G. O'Bryan Berryville Headley Valley Avenue Lovett’s Shoe&dress Noudoun St Buzzella's

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