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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1951

Page

2

Citizens Gas proposes underground storage near Indianapolis

Citizens Gas & Coke Utility of Indianapolis proposed using an old natural gas field east of the city to store up to half a billion cubic feet of gas 1000 feet underground. A company lawyer said the plan could reduce gas rates by about 500000 dollars per year and remove a storage risk from bombing danger. The cavern was discovered in 1888 and spurred regional industrial growth before production declined.

Indianapolis Citizens Gas & Coke Utility of Marion County Ieart Indiana

Acheson Defends Truman Authority in Korea Action

In heated Senate exchanges Senator Flanders presses MacArthur war axiom claims. Secretary Acheson defends presidential constitutional authority to commit American forces in Korea without Congress. He recounts UN objections that blocked a hot pursuit plan into Manchuria last November.

Manchuria Formosa China Flanders R-Vi MacArthur Gillette Acheson Truman Korea United States United Nations

Quiz answers printed on page four

The page presents a short answer key listing three items. Question one answers three days. Question two claims the subject was harmless and became president. Question eight identifies Captain Ahab.

Harmless Ahab

June 9 to 16 Local Auctions Amid Farm Goods and Household Goods

Sales listings announce auctions on June 9 and 16 in Middleway and Winchester areas. Items include farm machinery, furniture, antiques, miscellaneous junk, real estate near Hayfield, stock, and household goods. Auctioneers include Lee White, Madison H Rosenberger Estate, gie R McKay, Ernest L Milburn, J and Adams, Maggie McKay, and R C McKee.

Lee White Middleway W. Va Madison H. Rosenberger Frederick County Court House Hayfield Northwestern Grade Bank Gie R. McKay Gerrard St Ernest L Milburn Grimes White Hall J. &. Adams Maggie McKay Gerrard &T Winchester R.C. McKee

Mickey Cohen Case Advances in Second Day of Tax Trial

In Los Angeles the Mickey Cohen income tax case moves into its second day. The government charges Cohen and his wife Lavonne with 156 123 48 dollars in unpaid income tax. A seven woman six man jury was seated after a 90 minute selection. Lavonne signed joint returns as Cohen’s wife.

Los Angeles Mickey Cohen Hollywood Lavonne Kefauver Cohen

Army Convoy Truck Wrecks and Burns in Maryland

A US Army convoy truck burned after crashing into a bridge abutment near Steiners Hill Bridge on US 340 between Frederick and Harpers Ferry. The driver and helper escaped with minor burns as gasoline burned and a towed anti-aircraft gun caused traffic delays. The convoy was the 88th Battalion of the 11th Airborne Division returning to Fort Campbell after maneuvers at Port Miles.

Frederick Harpers Ferry W. Va Steiner's Hill Bridge Jefferson State Police 88Th 11Th Airborne Division Fort Campbell Port Miles Del

Navy says no disciplinary action for amburn cancer romance

Norfolk report says Sailor Thomas E. Amburn 19 admitted to naval hospital after plans to wed Georgia girl Betty Thompson 18 fell apart due to her incurable cancer. Navy cancels 30 day emergency leave, Amburn returns to base, no disciplinary action contemplated, while efforts to honor the couple’s wish for privacy continue.

Norfolk Navy Thomas E. Amburn Naval Hospital Georgia Naval Amburn Norfolk Naval Air Station Sioux Falls East Point Omaha Neb Tom

Transit Strikes In 14 Cities Across Nation

The Associated Press reports a possible end to Detroit's 46 day transit strike as arbitration is sought for the full contract. Strikes affect New Castle Sharon and Farrel Pa and 12 other cities including Chattanooga Muncie Anderson Richmond Marion Little Rock Ogden Pocatello Duluth and Superior. A New York strike threat grows as the City Board of Transportation rejects union demands for a 40 hour week after July 1. A driver’s firing linked to the Chattanooga walkout accompanies wage disputes elsewhere.

Associated Press Detroit AFL New Caste Sharon Farrel Pennsylvania Chattanooga Tenn Muncie Anderson Richmond Ind Marion Ohio Little Rock Ark Ogden Utah Pocatello Idaho Duluth

Acheson Faces Calls to Clear Speeches

An unnamed Democratic senator says Secretary of State Acheson should stay in the Truman cabinet until fall despite Republican pressure in the MacArthur inquiry. He supports Truman's foreign policies and MacArthur's dismissal but warns Acheson is a political liability before the next election.

Washington Acheson MacArthur Truman Douglas MacArthur Pacific

Spain's Ambassador Seeks U S Aid for Alliance Against Communism

In Detroit the Spanish ambassador Jose F. de Sequerica urged the United States to provide military alliance and economic aid. He said Spain is ready to resist the Communist aggressor and cooperate with Atlantic Pact forces to build a united front against aggression.

Detroit United States Detroit Club Jose F. de Sequerica Spain

Car Inspection Deadline Notice

A public notice urges motorists to have vehicles inspected and approved by June 15th. Restrictions or local details are not provided in the fragment.

Cascade Tunnel to Guard Records Against Atom Bomb

Two Alaskan businessmen have bought a disused Washington cascade tunnel and will store duplicate records there to protect against atomic attack. Ralph Lomen says the 2.65 mile tunnel, once part of the Great Northern line, will host storage chambers and a 70 acre east portal community for guards and staff with firms banks and government agencies expected to use the facility.

Cascade Tunnel Seattle Washington Cascade Mountains Great Northern Railroad Cascades Stevens Pass Ralph

Heat Wave Breaks as Temperatures Drop in Winchester

Winchester residents relieved from 90 plus heat as temperatures fall into the 60s across the region. A cold front brought cooler air statewide with showers and storms affecting northern and mountainous areas. State Agriculture official warns crops in central and southern areas risk damage without timely rain, citing crop statistician Henry Taylor.

Winchester Mercury State Agriculture Department Henry Taylor

Housepainter Admits Killing on Staten Island Slaying

August E. Jagusch a 41 year old housepainter pleaded homicide admitting the strangulation slaying of Dorenthy M. Sarasky 22 on Staten Island May 19 Her body found May 23 Jagusch was arrested after estranged wife Alice Dolling Jagusch tipped police He said they met in a Manhattan bar and after a ferry ride they argued He claimed self defense tying a handkerchief around her neck before fleeing to Manhattan

New York New Orleans Herman Methfessel August E. Jagusch Jagusch Lovers Lane Dorenthy M. Sarasky Staten Island Alice Dolling Jagusch Brooklyn Methfesse Miss Sarasky Manhattan Methfessel

Slaughtering Stopped at Oswald & Hess Plant

Oswald and Hess Co meat packing firm halted beef cattle slaughtering claiming OPS price regulations hinder operations. The move affects local meat supply as officials assess potential market impact.

Pittsburgh OPS Price Reguelations Oswald & Hess Co

Acheson Plans Fall Departure Amid Policy Shift

The State Department says Secretary Acheson has asked assistant secretaries to handle future speeches on controversial topics. The action, confirmed yesterday, follows Dean Rusk's New York speech that spurred a policy shift and drew Administration nationalist interest.

Washington State Department Acheson Dean Rusk New York

House approves work on giant new carrier Forrestal class

The House authorizes work on a huge new carrier named after James V. Forrestal, the first Defense Secretary. The measure moves to the Senate but actual construction has not begun yet.

Mrbafper Fon Ra Ae Navy James V. Forrestal House Senate

Red Cross Chapter Outlines Local Work and Blood Program

Weaver notes both local and national Red Cross budgets stay minimal while the blood program serves armed forces and civilians, estimating 1950 blood support to Winchester Memorial Hospital at $40 000. The local chapter also aids soldiers and veterans through Home Service, plus swimming, first aid, comfort and cheer, and Disaster Service with a large volunteer corps.

Weaver Red Cross Winchester Memorial Hospital Newton D Baker Veterans Hospital The

Traffic violations rate in cities in 1949

In urban areas, on average, one out of every four persons was formally charged with a traffic violation in 1949, the latest year with complete figures.

Where is the mace in the House during sessions

When the House is called to order the mace sits on a marble pedestal to the right of the Speaker’s desk. It is moved to a lower pedestal by the Sergeant at Arms when the House seats into Committee of the Whole so members can tell at a glance if the House is in committee or in session.

House of Representatives

Crossword Clue Fragments from an Ancient Page

A compact list of crossword style clues and definitions covering terms for appearance amount size timing and action. Includes entries such as Face entirety beginning edged moved rapidly and behold with various variants and print notes.

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I. Q Mr. Ernest Lonas A1l Funeral Home Mary Lou Donnelly Miami Beach Fla John W. Rosenberger & CO Margaret Truman Winston Churchill Chartwell Churchill Statesman U.S Walter Gifford Miss Truman Capt Christopher Soames Margaret Mrs. Soames Mary Churchill International Radiophote Bernard DeLattre de Tassigny Paris France Indo-China Far East Jean DeLattre de Tassigny Arrow International Ralph Lomen Carl Lomen Commercial Company Nome Alaska Gibraltar Housepainter Omps’ Funeral Home Bath Tommy D. Lockhart Hill’s Loudoun Harry W. Aikens Clearbrook Farmall Cub Allis - Chalmers Model N. Cameron St Ceolotex Celotex BFC. Glaize & Bro Heatwolk Motor CO N. Braddock St del Monte Food Center Loudoun St Packard Chapman Motor CO Grimes Crossroads Ernest L. Milburn H. Horner, Jr Anderson & Milburn Daily Crossword Mia Alriodm Pin OO Imieiatsiuirie ID Friar
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