Sullivan Daily Times, Volume 49, Number 6, Sullivan, Sullivan County, 8 January 1947 — Page 2

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POLICE SEARCHING FOR KIDNAPPER OF UNION MAN

Police are searching for an alleged kidnaper said to have forced a young Linton woman to accompany him in his automobile out to a lonely road near the Goose Pond territory south of , Linton Monday night. The young woman told police that she was walking near the Linton postoffice about 8:30 p.m. when a man in a car parked nearby forced her to enter the vehicle at gunpoint, He stopped the car on the road later and 4 she broke away, after her clothes were torn, escaping to a nearby farmhouse where occupants brought her in to Linton police. She was unable to give a description of the car or the man when questioned by police. Police said that if the story was true, the driver would be subject to severe penalties under the federal Lindbergh kidnaping law. WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 '(UP) President Truman today asked Congress to hold rents down and keep taxes up. He specifically urged renewal of the rent-control law which expires June 30. lie again jarred Republican tax-reduction plans with the possible veto action when he said, "It would be unsound fiscal policy to reduce taxes." Mr. Truman outlined a broad plan for keeping the country prosperous and at work for the coming year. He warned labor to refrain from "excessive" wage demands. But he also counseled management to cut prices whereever possible' particularly in food, clothing, house furnishings and building materials. Mr. Truman said as 1947 begins the nation never has- been "so strong or so prosperous" nor have "prospects ever been brighter." He acknowledged that there will be "minor bumps and detours" on the road ahead, but flatly rejected the notion that there must be another depression mch as the one that started in 192!). For 1947, he said set a goal of "58,000,000 jobs the figure for 1946 or slightly higher." He sought a five percent boost in production oVer 1946 when it reached an estimated annual rate of $205,000,000,000. He declined to give a dollar figure on production goals because present price levels might make such a figure "misleading." FORMER SULLIVAN TEACHER RESIGNS WHITING SCHOOL . James E.' (Jim) Adams,- former Athletic Director and basketball coach at Whiting High School, has resigned effective January 31, the end of the first semester. He has accepted a position in the safety department at Standard Oil Co. and will begin his new work in the offices of the Whiting plant February 1. Adams has been in the Whiting school system for the past ten and a half years. Formerly he was with the schools at Brucevine,, Sullivan, and Vincennes. AVERAGE NET PAID CIRCULATION FOR December, 1946 4533

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Elks Aiding In Army Drive For New Volunteers

The. Elks Lodge, in coopera tion with the United States Army Recruiting Service, are aiding in increasing the rate of three-year volunteers for important occupation duty in Japan and Korea. C. O. Hall, chairman of the Recruitment Committee today made known the special privileges offered to volunteers who sign up for three years. For the first time the War Department is allowing these volunteers to enlist in any one of the famous six divisions now engaged in occupation duty in Japan and Korea. These divisions are: 1st Calvary, 11th Airborne, 6th, 7th, 24th and 25th Infantry Divisions. Along with his choice of these divisions comes the privilege of the volunteer to choose the country he wishes to serve in. The 30 percent pay increase, educational benefits and recreational and sports programs are further advantages of the three-year enlistment plan. Duties of the volunteers In clude: carrying out the terms of surrender, aiding in the establishment of democratic principles, assisting in the raising of health standards and the improvement of educational systems and teaching methods, maintaining law and order, and the protecting of property and installations. Free medical care, dental care, food, clothing and lodging are all a part of the advantages given over and above the pay accorded volunteers. The privilege of selecting a division and country is given only to three-year enlistees. All of the divisions named were units becoming jfamous during World War jll during the bloody fighting of many Pacific atolls. Charles B. Ring Dies In Hymera - Charles B, Ring' 74 years, old, died at 5:30 o'clock,; Tuesday morning . at the home ' of a nephew, Lester Ring, in Hymera. He is survived by" several nieces and nephews. The 'body was taken to the McHugh Funeral Home ' and removed to the Lester Ring residence today at noon. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at two p. m. at the Methodist church with the Rev. J. Foutz officiating. Burial will be in the K; of P. Cemetery. BLONDS PREFERRED TUCSON, Ariz. (UP) The United States employment service has filled a job order for a cowboy fence rider with a blond mustache. The rancher-employer felt that men with blond mustaches brought him good luck. Robbed of Jewels If r mm ? " "i, . A - I MRS. IUC1ENNE BENITEZ REXACH nonchalantly sips champagne in a Paris hotel suite after discovering that J600.000 in cash and jewels has been taken from bet residence, InigfMi!2&il)

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. BALL ASKS CLOSED SHOP BE OUTLAWED WASHINGTON, Jan. 8. (UP) Senator Joseph II. Rill, R., Minn., asked the Senate today to outlaw the closed shop on grounds thatit violated "fundamental principles of Aim erican liberty." " He introduced legislation which would outlaw all com tracts making union membership or non-membership a con-i dition of employment. i

MARTIN PREDICTS 2-TERM PRESIDENT LAW I WASHINGTON, Jan. 8. (UP) House Speaker Joseph W. Martin, Jr., R., Mass., predicted today that the "first irr portant measure" to pass the 80th Congress will be a consti tutional amendment limiting the presidential tenure to two terms. , . . ;

SAYS U. S. MORE VULNERABLE TO ATOM ATTACK CHICAGO, Jan. 8. (UP) Robert M. Hotchins, chair-; man of the board of editors of Encyclopedia Britannica!, warned today that the United States is more vulnerable to atomic attack than any "nation with which we are likely to be at war." . Hotchins said the United States would have "the most to lose in an atomic war" and warned that "we could lose it more quickly" than any other nation. .

EVANGELIST TO AID TEEN-AGERS ON TRIAL COLUMBUS, Jan. 8. (UP) Four teen-agers, charged with the shooting death of a state police trooper, were cheer-t ed today by the offer of an evangelist to raise $.",000 foil their defense. ) Jerry Owen, of Evansville, who gave up a career as a prize fighter and movie actor to become an evangelist, said he would sponsor special religious meetings to obtain the funds. Owen appeared at a hearing in circuit court here yesterday at which the trial date for William Price and William Johnson, both 17, was set for March 3rd. ' '

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GET TOGETHER INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 8 (UP) President Daniel J. Tobin of the AFL Teamster's Union today called for a "united labor front" to prevent perseeutibn legislation brought on by a "very few leaders of labor who refuse to make concessions." "The labor movement has in all its history never been so disturbed or in such a dangerous position as it is at the present time," Tobin wrote in the January edition of the International Teamsters' Union Publication. "Present conditions cannot continue or else nothing can result but anarchy and revolution," Tobin said. ' STATE "is OFFERFD ' , PIONEER CAPITOL VINCENNES, Ind., Jan. 8 (Special) The Old Post Association, Vincennes historical society, today asked the state conservation department to take over the Territorial Hall, pioneer capitol of Indiana where Gen. Henry Harrison presided over the affairs of Indiana and the Northwest Territory. Originally the state planned to take over the Harrison House, the home of Gen. Harrison, as well as the Territorial Hall, but the Francis Vigo Chapter of the D.A.R. which owns the mansion, decided last month to keep the home. BORN" WITH TEETH OLEAN, N:. Y. (UP) John Simpson III showed his teeth and fast. He had two when he was born and a third was poking through his lower jaw when he left the St. Francis hospital three days later.

Who Must File Jan. 15?

1. JAN. 15 IS the deadline for filing and paying estimated tax by farmers, business and professional people, investors, landlords, etc., plus certain wageearners whose 1946 tax was not substantially paid up by withholding. 2. JAN. 15 IS NOT a tax date for any wageearner who had tax withheld, provided he did not have over $100 of other income and his wages did not exceed $5,000 plus $500 for each exemption except his own. .(e.g., $6,000 for

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POW Vets To Be Given Special Claims Action Veterans Administration today announced through B. T. Stott, Contact Representative in Charge, Vincennes, Indiana, that special consideration will be given to disability claims filed by veterans who were interned in prison camps during World War II. The announcement was based on a thorough study of the effects of malnutrition on former American prisoners of war. More than 125,000 servicemen were repatriated from "PW" camps during the war. Most received special treatment and care after they were freed and apparently regained their health. But some still may be suffering from the after effects of their confinement and thus might be entitled to disability compensation. VA's study revealed that the near-starvation diets to which American prisoners of war were subjected in certain enemy prison camps impaired their internal organs and caused nervous disorders. In many cases, the effects of such malnutrition would escape detection in ordinary physical examinations because some symptoms are not as detectible as they are in such disorders as beriberi and pellagra. Moreover, the after effects of malnutrition vary and, in certain cases, do not show up until long after the prisoners of war have been released from confinement. Therefore, former prisoners of war who have any reason to believe they are suffering from a disability as a result of their confinement may file a claim with their ; nearest VA ' office. - Former prisoners of war who already have filed disability claims and whose claims have been denied, also may get in touch with their nearest VA office and have their cases reopened. a man with a wife and one dependent child). NOTE: Final 1946 income tax returns are due by March 15 from all taxpayers, but if filed by Jan. 15 will serve as both return and estimate for 1946. If in doubt, ask details of Collector of Internal Revenue, 3rd Floor, Federal Bldg., Indianapolis, or Division Offices located in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Gary, Lafayette, Muncie, New Albany, South . Bend and Terre Haute,

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fS .... With dramatic suddenness the White House announced - acceptance by President Truman of the resignation of his "work-horse". Secretary of State, James F. Byrnes (left) and the selection of five-star General George C. Marshall (right) to succeed him. It was revealed that Byrnes had attempted to resign his post last E Two persons were injured last nieht ahout 9:30 o'clock ' when the automobile in which they were riding collided with a bread truck operating out of Terre Haute, about two . miles south of Sullivan. . ' John Scarbaugh, 21 years old, sustained lacerations about the face and forehead, several teeth knocked out and shock, and Frank Girton, 20, had multiple bruises about the body. Both men were brought to the Mary Sherman Hospital here about 10 o'clock by the Railsback ambulance for treatment. Both will probably be dismissed today for return to their homes near Terre Haute. Witnesses said the automobile, driven by Scarbaugh, was headed north and met the truck just south of the bridge near the Kat-a-Korner Cafe. Scarbaugh was said to have applied the brakes to his car and it slid into the path of the truck which was traveling south. The driver of the truck was uninjured. . Both vehicles were towed into Sullivan. Sheriff Harold Reynolds and State Officer Ned Woodward investigated the accident. Guest Speaker At ShelburnT.O.O.F. The Shelburn I. O. O. F. Lodge wil meet in regular session and also a get-together session with Fred L. Crabb (shown above) of Brazil, Past Grand Master of the State of Indiana, as speaker tonight. All members are' urged to be present. Refreshments will be served.

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April, but was prevailed upon to remain. Renewal of the resignation on grounds of ill-health was accepted. Geti.. Marshall, wartime Army Chief of Staff and lately the president's personal peace ambassador to China, is en route home from the Orient by air. (International Soundphotos.) SPENCER FALLS 10 ARROWS LAST i 21 Sullivan's Golden 'Arrows romped over the Spencer cagers last night in the Spencer gym to the tune of 36 to 27, for their second win of the season. The game was a non-conference tilt. The Arrows led in every quarter. At the end of the first period the score stood at 7-5, the second, 21-13 and the third frame ended 28-21 in favor of the locals. Dick Hummell, fleet Arrow forward, led the Sullivan five in scoring with 15 points followed by Bill Williams, forward, with 10 points. McKay, for Spencer, looped three field shots and three free throws to amass nine points and high point for them. Woolard, Spencer forward, , followed closely with eight points. Finding the range for the first time this year, Hummell proved to fans that his record at a Wyoming high school last year was no "fairy tale". He will be one of the mainstays for the Arrows in the coming Valley contests. Williams increased his lead in the free-throw race, sponsored by the Times, by sinking six out of nine tries. Williams is a transfer also, coming from Farmersburg where he starred for three years on the Plowboy five. SULLIVAN (36) FG FT PF Hummell, f 7 11 Williams, f 2 6 1 Southwood, c 2 0 5 McCrocklin, g 0 0 0 Lyday. g 0 2 3 Brodie, f' 0 0 1 Sevier, f .10 1 Walters, f 0 1.3 McCammon, c 0 '0 0 Truelock, g 10 2 SPENCER (27) FG FT PF Yockey, f 0 0 2 McKay, f 3 3 2 Woolard, c 3 0 2 Franklin, g 3 0 2 Rice, g 0 3 3 Tackett, f 0 2 4 Galloway, f 10 0 Turner, g , 1 ' 0 0 Officials Thrasher, referee; Fetchman, umpire. NAME OMITTED FROM SPARKS PALLBEARERS In yesterday's account of the Thomas Sparks funeral, the name of one of the pallbearers was omitted. Gerald Sparks, a grandson and veteran of World War II, was left out of the list of grandsons acting as pallbearers at the Sullivan county resident's funeral.

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Marks First Time A Military Man To Be Made Sec. Of State

WASHINGTON,. Jan. 8. (UP) General George 0. Marshall, freshly baptized in the devious diplomacy of the Orient for his new job of Secretary of State, today faced the immediate task of negotiating: with Soviet Russia, Britain and France a peace treaty for Germany. For this major post-World War II problem Marshall is expected to carry on James F. Byrnes' "patient but firm" policy toward the Soviet Union. The new secretary will g-et his first test on the Soviet's home ground. On March 10th he is scheduled to begin negotiations on German-Austrian peace settlements in Moscow at the next Big Four foreign ministers meeting.

lOLD MINE CAUSES union HOI TO

COLLAPSE MS. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dean in Linton was severely damaged yesterday morning when the east side of the building collapsed in a cave-in of an old mine working. Mr. and Mrs. JJean were awakened about 2:30 a. m. by the movement and investigation showed the entire basement had settled about three feet, - tearing water pipes loose and dislocating all of the furnace pipes. The light wires were torn from the outside connections. ! . Mr; Dean . reported that the doors were jammed and outside assistance was required before they could be opened. Wallpaper and plastering was torn from most of the walls of the four-room structure. The entire east side of the house has been jacked up and repairs are being made as quickly as possible, it was learned. Damage was estimated at approximately $1,500.00 and was not covered by insurance. BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Nelson White Jr. of Grand Rapids Michigan announce the birth of a daughter born December 18th at the St. Mary's Hospital. She has been named Sherry Darlene. Mrs. White is the former Mary Burnette of Sullivan and the daughter of Nellie Burnette of Grand Rapids. Heirens to" Hill ' , ' ' ;'" ;' GEORGE HEIRENS leaves Judge Prystalski's courtroom in Chicago after changing his name to "Hill," thereby dropping the name made Infamous by William Heirens, Chicago's confessed slayer of

The surprise selection ot a military career man for the first time in history to direct American foreign policy startled all and pleased most Congressmen. They predicted swift confirmation of the appointment. Byrnes resigned because of his health because his doctors warned him as long ago as hist

BULLETIN! WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 (UP) The Senate today unanimously confirmed liie appointment of IGen. George C. Marshall as secretary of state succeeding James V. Byrnes. ( Approval of the nomination came with breathtaking; t speed after the Senate waved j its own rule requiring that nominations "lay over" one ; day before final action. ' Thus Marshals-was approved as successor to Sec. of State James F. Byrnes with- J int even an informal appc?' ance before the committee. It was a tribute to the fivestar general of a kind rare in Senate annals.

spring to "slow up." And it can be stated authoritatively that un J like many other "health resign; tions," this one is on the levfV 1 and the real' thing. The White House revealed last night that Byrnes had submitted i two letters of resignation, one on April 16 and the other on Dec. 19, both because of his health. j President Truman announced I simultaneously Byrnes' retire- i

ment and Marshall's appointment. In addition to being Secretary of State, Marshall, after a brilliant life-long career as a professional soldier which took him to the top of the military world, also will be heir to the presidency for the next two years in event anything happens to President Truman. He also will be a potential 1948 Democratic presidential candidate if Mr. Truman does not seek the nomination. Marshall, the man who played a major role in destroying Nazi Germany, now will become one of the key men in the reconstruction of a democratic Germany. WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 (UP) Congress and. the president squared off today for a slam- , bam shindig on spending. Taxpayers are almost centain to be the winners. The groundwork for the battle was laid in an economic report which Mr. Truman planned .to lay before Congress at noon Iwday and in the 1948 budget which he will file on Friday. Tax payers probably will got some tax relief this year but even if they don't they will have the satisfaction of knowing that there won't be much wasteful spending of their money. Government spending will be more carefully controlled this year than heretofore. Mr. Truman will submit to Congress on Friday his proposed budget for the 1948 fiscal year. That year begins next July 1st ana n is up 10 v-wngiess to cany

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