Truman Says GOP To Make T H Law More Oppressive
President Truman told the AFL that a GOP victory would push to make the Taft Hartley Act harsher and unfair to labor. He argued the law slows union growth and threatens the labor movement’s survival.
16 Sep 1952
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1952
Page
1
President Truman told the AFL that a GOP victory would push to make the Taft Hartley Act harsher and unfair to labor. He argued the law slows union growth and threatens the labor movement’s survival.
The Winchester Frederick County Selective Service boards sent twelve men to Alexandria at 9 30 am for departure. Listed residents include Harold wife liam Martin Courtney M Baldwin and many others from Loudoun St Cameron St Lee Highway Gore Berryville and RFD 2 routes. The group is identified as Paul William Boyce Garland Luther Richard De Haven Charles Elmer Fuller Jacob Edward Rinker Charles Rhodes Hoak and David Finney.
Washington amid a looming contract expiry for 300000 Eastern soft coal miners. United Mine Workers chief cautions a walkout may not trigger a national emergency for coal users. Leaders report a tense impasse with Northern soft coal operators as four days remain until contract expiration.
Thousands turnout to hear Eisenhower and Nixon campaign in Illinois and Indiana as Adlai Stevenson faces criticism of his stance and party unity. A Taft meeting looms after Eisenhower’s whistle stop events, while Democratic Rep. John Fogarty gears up for the September 24 primary.
William Price of Berryville died early today at Memorial Hospital following an automobile accident on Route 7. He had been hospitalized since the crash and suffered serious injuries while undergoing surgery.
Richmond forecast shows normal temperatures in the west and 3 to 4 degrees above normal in the east through Sept 21. Expect a warming trend into the weekend with showers likely Friday or Saturday totaling three quarters to one inch.
In Richmond Virginia Democrats for Eisenhower announce a Sept 26 statewide dinner at 6 p m near Capitol Seaces. Robert V Hatcher says 1000 seats available with invitations to key supporters. Blair Buck endorses Eisenhower and offers help to local women’s groups.
Editors and correspondents in mountain and western states see a Republican lean but still consider 1952 a toss up. An AP survey based on county estimates suggests only one of 11 states could be reasonably safe for Democrats, with West and East editors noting a shift toward the GOP due to Korea, corruption, and government view.
John Rinker, 38, and Stanley Cleaver, 30, both of Hayfield, and Melvin Michael, 45, of Bloomery Star Route, face grand jury action on grand larceny after about 13 000 feed bags were stolen from a Winchester mill. Police say the trio sold bags for 4 to 23 cents and hauled them to Moorefield, West Virginia for sale.
The body of William Wilson Punk, 38, a Frederick County native, was recovered from the Shenandoah River near Riverton after he disappeared while in a boat testing a new motor. Bryan S. Harris and Front Royal police aided the search. Punk left a widow Lucinda Painter and a son.
Government lists credit curbs on new house buying with limits on lender loans for new buildings. The Housing and Home Finance Agency announces looser rules for zone sales where government loans or guarantees are involved. Officials note housing construction in June to August shows activity and price ranges around $25,000 or more.
A grand jury yesterday indicted a county resident on a nuisance charge tied to a poultry rendering operation five miles west of Winchester. The Smith plant is accused of improper methods endangering public health. hearing set for September 29. Special jurors named: E. W. Adams Jr, Viola Anderson, Ivan R. Blake, Wilbur J. Dicks, Eleanor Grim, Julian C. Kline, R. A. Kaine.
Russians plan to retain use of Port Arthur naval base in Manchuria despite ceding control of Changchun Railway to Communist China this year and hope for a peace treaty with Japan before ending port access.
The president denounces health insurance fees and warns against returning to older systems. He asserts the current plan should move forward rather than regress into past practices.
The U S Fifth Air Force reported 46 Communist warplanes destroyed in a month, surpassing the prior high of 44. Sabres provided escort for F-84 Thunderjets near the Manchurian sanctuary as five air battles occurred and fighter-bombers hit troop concentrations near Sariwon. Ground fighting along the 155 mile front tapered with minor Red probes.
A 140 mph typhoon battered Wake Island with mountainous seas and heavy rain, flooding the island 15 feet above sea level. About 600 residents faced exposure as airlifted food water and medical supplies arrived. No major injuries beyond a broken leg and fractured ribs were reported amid the destruction of facilities and radio contact.
Parker, temporary Demo-Chairman, voiced strong support for a new group backing Byrd's "integrity and decency." He said he was delighted and confident it would help Byrd in Virginia, noting the state's affection for him.
In Long Beach California a 35 year old mother identified as Mrs Iain remains jailed as police investigate a baby sale claim. Also questioned are Mrs Kath A rup and another woman linked to the case. An estranged husband, Paul, 24, is in Navy service.
President Truman called for renewed blood donations as reserves run low and urgent supplies are needed to meet public health demands.
A fragment notes an all you can eat offer for 1.50 at a venue on Main Street in Virginia. The piece references a 6 pm start time but lacks full details and date.
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