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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1952
Page
1
A group of 13 college officials denounce doctor fee splitting as a harmful practice. They warn it leads to ghost surgery, overcharges, and loss of public trust, while noting laws against kickbacks in 23 states. They urge full disclosure and safeguards by accredited hospitals.
Senator Richard Nixon will visit at least three Virginia cities on October 3 according to advance campaign manager Ray Arbuthnot. The stops include Bristol, Danville and Norfolk with the schedule tentatively set and tied to General Eisenhower's travel plans.
Dwight D. Eisenhower told a Wheeling audience that the Republican Party accepts the entire membership even if individuals disagree with all his ideas. He contrasted his approach with Democrats pressed to advise him on whom to work with and whom to disown. The address echoed party unity amid campaign chatter.
Ike Eisenhower bowed to a Winchester group before speaking at Martinsburg on the B and O Rett platform. A 250 plus crowd from Shenandoah Valley and 6,000 attendees heard him praise public confidence in the GOP. The event included a 17 minute speech and a motorcade organized by the Hetherick County Eisenhower for President Club.
President Pye St Binns Abelha urged disclosure of all income for government officials, citing a need for publicity. He noted the lack of legislation and cited his own report on a private expense fund. Truman refused to comment on Stevenson’s fundraising and avoided naming donors.
Southern soft coal mine owners held a strategy meeting in Washington to decide a reply to John L. Lewis's contract demands. Joseph E. Moody and four Southern management members led a 29 director board session outlining the association's position ahead of Lewis's afternoon talks.
Russia's new ambassador to the United States Zarubin met President Truman at the White House in a brief three minute ceremony. He denied claims Moscow is waging a has orally chastised envoys of Soviet satellite countries and noted his prior six years as Britain's ambassador before taking the Washington post.
Morning reports the Liby is considered lost with 48 crew. Naval officials say no surface contact since 9 30 am and oil slicks and objects are under identification. Depth around 2100 feet as search vessels patrol the area.
British ships exchange gunfire with Chinese shore batteries east of Macao in a channel used for normal international traffic. The incident occurs near Hong Kong as tensions rise with Communist forces in the area.
Approximately 200 delegates attend the 153rd session of the Virginia Conference of the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Winchester. Open Services were led by D. T. Gregory with organist Mrs. Wayne Omps. Mayor M. B. Clowe Jr. delivered greetings, and Dr. E. T. Clark offered ministerial remarks. The Rev. Troy R. Brady gave the principal address. Bishop Gregory delivered the episcopal message. Special memorials were noted for Ida M. Judy and J. H. Black.
Report outlines a reunion at Wheeling General where Ike and Nixon renew ties amid political maneuvering. The piece notes fund concerns, targeted hires, and efforts to keep young Nixon on the ticket while detailing reactions from Washington and remarks by Sen. Robert Taft during a GOP tour.
President Truman defended his decision to dismiss T Lamar Caudle as assistant attorney general, saying he has no remorse. Caudle testified about White House pressure and a rumored clique, while McGrath questioned the same inner circle.
The Korean War moved into its 28th month as ground and air action paused by autumn rain. General Mark Clark met with top commanders at a corps area behind the front. U N forces repelled several small Communist assaults along the muddy front while ships on the East Coast south of Songjin destroyed a 12 car Red supply train.
Eighteen second tier Communist leaders were indicted in Seattle St Louis and Detroit on charges of conspiring to overthrow the United States government by force under the Smith Act. Defendants face multiple overt acts with bail varying from 10 000 to 40 000. William J Pennock 37 posted 10 000 bail and was freed.
In London the even money bet places Eisenhower at 10 to 11 against Stevenson after Stevenson was earlier the odds on favorite at 1 to 3. Douglas Stuart Ltd. quotes the new spread as a straight bet with $10 risked to win $11. The ruling remains unsettled by GOP finance controversy involving Richard Nixon.
Roanoke publishes a brief item noting a Republican candidate for public office. The piece highlights the candidate's name and bid, signaling a local political development and campaign activity in the Roanoke area.
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