The Key West Citizen Newspaper, March 26, 1952, Page 1

ed Press Teletype, and Photo Servicss ‘ears Devoted to the rests ot Key Wew/ THE SOUTHERNMOST NEWSPAPER IN THE U,S.A. KEY WEST, FLORIDA, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 1952 VOL. LXXIII. No. 74 OVER 4,000 TOURISTS, om 9 RESIDENTS JAM PARK Truman Stands In Chow TO HEAR USARMY BAND Line; Eats With Sailors x ke *& x *& * x k * Kote ® Navy Charity Carnival Distributes $44,950 PRICE FIVE CENT! x * * x kk x kk CIO STEELWORKERS DEMAND ACCEPTANCE OF WSB PROPOSAL ak cies, C, Of C. Pres., Acclaims Event As Best Park Ever Had More than 4,000 Key Westers and tourists jammed Bayview Park last night in the “the best program the park ever had” to hear the U. S. Army Field Band perform a masterly concert. a Parking was at a Drémium as the crowds poured into the park grounds to hear the nationally re- nowned band play from 8 p. m, until 9:30. Edwin C. Trevor, president of the Key West Chamber of Com- merce which sponsored the con- cert and all chamber leaders ac- claimed the event as “the best program Bayview park ever had”. The handsome band members resplendent in their uniforms had come into Key West last weckend. Following its performance last night the military band with over 128 pieces left the Island fity this morning. i Under the direction of Maj. Ches- ter FE, Whiting, USA, the men lived up to their national reputation of fine musicianship before the large|~ and enthusiastic open air audience. Features of the band concert were a chorus, (rained peo amb sa by waren Ditecr, posed © of als menibe: band’s percussion fine tricks with their yay reminiscent of professional jug- glers, be Solosits last night were Sergt. John Paul Riccobene, tenor and Sergt. Eugene W. Couglin, bari- tone, Arranger is Master Sergeant Earl R. Mayes. Assistant director and executive officer of the band is Lt. Robert L. Bierely: Narrator was Sergeant Paul V. Henry. j The Band has played for White (Continued On Page Six) cttleeimesaetlifion Justo Aguiar Released On Bond Justo Aguiar, 56, was-released on $500 cash bond by U. S. Commis- sioner William V. Aibury late yes terday, he said today. Aguiar will appear before Fed- eral court in May on a charge of unlawful transfer of a quantity of marijuana without having paid a tax on tbe transfer. The alleged violator lives at 12- 13 Knowles lane. His case was heard in Federal court chambers at 11 yesterday, following an indict. ment by a Miami grand jury, on evidence supplied by Kenneth C. Rudd, Federal narcotic agent. er CHOICE BUILDING LOTS Convenient to Schools and Shopping Zone, Residence * from $1500 CHARLEY TOPPINO & SONS PHONE 1865 $10.00 REWARD for any information leading to the return of friendly dog answering to name of WHIMPY. Black, with brown spots, over both eyes, chest, and feet. Notify Tony at Greyhound Boat, Garrison Bight Police Thanked For Capturing Kansan Fugitive The Key West police depart- ment has been praised in a letter from the sheriff's office in Pao- la, Kansas for their help in cap- turing Joe Huyett, a wanted man. Text of the letter addressed to Chief of Police Joseph Kemp frem the office of Kenneth Cook, sheriff follows: “We would like to take this op- staff for your assistance in help- ing us locate Joe Huyett and also for your hospitality during our recent visit in your city. “\f possible we would like to have a copy of your daily news- paper printed March 6, 1952 and will appreciate it if you will send us @ copy. “Thanking you fer your co-ope- ration and assuring you of our cooperation at all times.” Easley Tells Senate Of ny %, Storage . re That Lasted | Less Than Two Years WV WASHINGTON (#—Harry Easley swore today—‘‘on my word of honor”’—that his friendship with President ‘Truman had nothing to do with his profits in a grain storage venture. A self-styled “small town’’ busi- nessman, Easley was in the wit- ness chair for the second straight day as the Senate Agriculture Com- mittce inquired into charges of “fantastic profits” by private busi- nessmen in the government's grain storage program. At one point, Sen.*Kem (R.-Mo.) (Continued On Page Six) PHILLIPS’ TO BUILD $25M RESIDENCE Colonel and Mrs, E. H. Phillips have taken out a $25,000 building permit fer their 3-tedroom, pne- story CBS home at 3832 Eagle Avenue. The residence will adjoin the one now being constructed by City At- torney and Mrs. M. ‘Ignatius Lest- er on Avenue E. The Colonel is a retired Marine Corps officer and his wife is the {iocene Dorcthy Pease of this city. Other permits issued were to T. Frank Roberts, 1312 Olivia st., (Continued On 2 ee ee Six) | NOTICE ALL COUNTY REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES Become Delinquent | After April 1, 1952. interest and Advertising Charges | Accrue After That Date. | HOWARD WILSON, Tax Collector. PARKING RESTRICTION NOTICE Effecti at 12 neon tomorrow no parking is allowed on Caroline St. to Simonton St. on Simonton St. to Truman Ave. On Truman Ave. north to Roosevelt Blvd. These restrictions are in effect until after the Presidential party has passed, Chief of Police portunity to thank you and your i * Strike Of 650,000 | Workers In Basic | Steel Plants Is | Set For April 8 PITTSBURGH (® — The CIO demanded | steel industry acceptance of the ; United Steelworkers Wage Stabilizatio n Board’s pro- posal for settling the steel dispute as negotiations opened today with one major producer. Before negotiations got way with Jones and Laughlin Steel |Corp., USW District Director John {Murray told newsmen: “We're going to present the rec- jommendaticns of the Wage Stab- ilization Board to the company in full and we expect the company to accept the recommendations which were handed down, If they don’t, they'll be responsitle for any steel plant shutdown that fol- lows.” |. The WSB has recommended that the union and industry sign a new {contract calling for a 17%-cent hourly pay boost and other bene- ‘fits. Other union negotiations with other steel companies on. the rec- ‘ommendations will follow in rapid fire order. President Philip Murray of bcth the CIO and the USW begins talks with the giant U. S. Stecl Corp. at 2 p.m. today. Other companies begin their negotiations with union jeaders ‘Thursday. Comment fro: and L. officials negotiator id only: “Any comment from the com- oany ‘bere we actually go into negotiations would be premature.” A ‘strike of more than 650,000 workers in basic stecl producing plants is threatened for April 8, Officials have urged beth sides to work for a speedy settlement to avert a walkout. Meanwhile, a bitter scrap among high. administration officials in Washington over wage policy sim- mered down as negotiations re- | sumed. under + McCarthy Files $2,000,000 Suit Against Benton SENATOR BENTON HAD WAIVED IMMUNITY FROM SUIT; McCARTHY TO BE OWN LAWYER WASHINGTON (—Sen. McCar- thy (R.-Wis.) said today he has filed a two million dollar “libel, Slander and conspiracy” — suit against Sen. Benton (D.-Conn.), who has demanded that McCarthy te ousted from the Senate. McCarthy told reporters the suit was filed in Federai District Court here, and is based on Benton’s charges last September that Mc- Carthy had committed perjury, fraud and calculated deceit of the Bibbeceare 2 On Regeee F —) POOR OLD CRAIG | SERVICE STATION | Francis at Truman Phone 9. Your PURE OIL Dealer Batteries | —S=_EE__D | | NOTICE Exemption fer 1952? Deadline ex. ipires April: Ist. CLAUDE A. GANDOLFO Monroe County Tax Assessor | 2 | SHORES “Sugarloaf Key” | 20 Minutes Drive from Key West | _ WATERFRONT LOTS (Large) | | RESTRICTED .. RESIDENTIAL | The largest schools of bonefish | and Tarpen are te be found in | adjacent waters. | SEE GEORGE DYKES Office on Site Have you filed your Homestead | To 23 Local Charities Doubles Last Year * ad a a | Navy Relief Society Receives |HTT-RUN | | $18, 000; March DRIVER Of Dimes $4,000 A total of $44,950. has | ‘CAPTURED — Ponroaiy 7 ty ‘Takes Police Only local charities, Captair 55 Minutes To Make CG. Adell, Commander of | . 5 the Naval Base, announced) — Arrest From Time Of Notification here today. Contributions The Key ‘West Police Depart- Navy Charity | ment chalked up another fast ar- ranged fro aj rest carly this morning when a hit to $200. "Phe | and run law-violation was reported. amount ‘ever dis. by Ni see say on : , it almost doubled | feuee Sekine 7 last year’s $24,435. Car Passenger Irma Marie Run- The Navy Relief Society, on the ‘yon told police that while return- Naval Base, received the largest ing from the Mexicat Tavern, amount, $18,000.00. The money will ; Stock Island with Dale E. Blough, be added to the present fund from ja girl, Helen Williams, 812 Duval which sailors‘in need may draw | street, was standing in the strect amounts proportionately to the sit- | trying to waive the. car down to a ‘ uation. stop. The Red Cross, Key West Chap- Instead of halting, Blough ter, received $8,000.00, in addition | struck the girl, and continuing to the $85.05 senarately contributed | on without stepping. by the Key West naval activities, | Miss Runyon took Blough’s li- The separate voluntary. drive is! cense number, and reported same still underway and m contribu- |e the police department.. Police tions are anticipated. |Ovficer LN. Hall. alerted the ra- The igh spiny, ‘i af | aio cars, and befcre long ‘the car Di H \from the Carnival, $18,000 largest | The amount of $2,325.36, ota ; Wailer, rk by Officers ‘Soriano (Conignued On Page Six) | Lourdes, Archer at 5:50 a.m. State ‘Eariais Lester And Grand Jury Foreman Citizen Staff Photo “Hoke Holeomb,” J. LANCELOT LESTER, State Attorney and Grand Jury Foreman, discussing the Huguette Le May disap- nd Jury left this morning to investigate the Tom's Harbor Bridge, 58 miles Northeast af Key West, where the Canadian beauty vanished on January 4.° The Grand Jury is expected to report its verdict on the case tomorrow. pearance before the G | MIGHTIEST OF “MATION "PICTURES | | NOW SHOWING AT | MONROE THEATRE SPECIAL PRE - RELEASE ENGAGEMENT ADULTS: Matinee 8% CHILDREN All Day 50s Feature at 3:17 — 6:05 — 8:53 {rs Date Blown “at the altstreas ! Elmer Davis At Ease ‘ +| | | ,drawn crowds of a ithough he were the bestower of | {the Pulitizer Prize or $10,000 aj | ing journalists as the greatest | Citizen Staff Photo | INTERNATIONALLY FAMOUS NEWSCASTER relaxing at his favorite hotel in his favorite city, the Casa Marina in Key West. The commentator reluctantly leaves the island Friday to return to his broadcasting duties. ‘ World's G s Greatest Commentator. Elmer Davis Talks Of Key Wes His Favorite Of All ain: BROADCASTER MAKES 14TH TRIP | news commentator .who ever 7" . a | lived. TO © MARINA | Eimer Davis is an extremely IN 28 YEARS linddest man.” As L write ' (Continued On Page Six) By SUSAN ANTHONY : — * Citizen kk Reporter Scoops World On Chat | With President- ‘As He Lunches By SUSAN McAVOY President Harry Truman surprised more than 500 jenlisted, men today by stepping out of the Presi- Blin the Lincoln, standing in the chow line at their mess, picking up a tray of lunch and sitting down with them in the huge mess ‘hall of the Key West Naval Base, : | Luckiest of all, report i ers, T was tipped -off a) 12:10 noon by Frank Flan- agan, Navy yard worker, | that the President was tak- j ine hinch with the sailors. Photographer Ellis Finch and bi Tuahed in.. the Ford, over to tae Base, saw the gleaming Presidential Lincoln and knew our tip was right. We rushed up the secret. serv- eAIne afid saw our goal, the Pregident of the United Sta’ "He beamed when he saw. us | come up to his table, He had an ear of corn in one hand. “How did you get here? How idid you know I was here?” Pres- jident Truman asked me smiling broadly, We told him. We avologized |for bursting in on his» lunch. | With complete friendliness he in- | troduced us to Maj. General Har- ry Vaughan and top secret sery- ‘ice man Nicholson. “This is very‘ good food,” the | President said. “I think fing to gain two pounds |doctor won't like that,” | The President, pointing to: “his dlunch, said “I just wanted to see how | they feed the «ids. I found out | This lunch is equal to or better —jthan what I get at the big house,” he said, meaning The ; Little White House, where President stays, and genera ilunches in Key West. — “I just got the idea to Gime. (Continued On Page Siep Out at the Casa Marina where | EER corre ondents | has | the White House ere staying, one ne BARGAINS!! USED CAR BARGAINS! “BEST IN TOWN” "49 Lincoin, fordor Ceiling Price $1852 Sale Price $1495 48 English Ford Ceiling Price $49 Sale Rrice $495 50 Willis Station Wagon Ceiling Price $1762 Sale Price $1575 "50 Chevrolet Fleetline Ceiling Price $1646 Sale Price $1495 These Cars one third down Balance Monthly MONRO MOTORS INC alists around him at lunch, cocktails “and dinner year raises. That man actually no prizes to give or raises to recom- mend : | What he does have is the | rolid reputation among work- | has PALACE Edward G. Robinson and Peggy Curmmins “OPERATION X” MARL | 75c Per Cu. Yd. J. Brailey | Odham | Candidste for Governor | Monday, March 3ist | savview PARK, 8:00 PM. | All lecal candidates invited to | speak { Paid Fer By Brailey Odham Campaign Fund ANNOUNCEMENT Dr. Joseph J. Groom, eye specialist from Miami, will be in Key West, seeing patients Saturday morning, March 29th. Appointments arranged by calling Dr. Valdes, Telephone 332. 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