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inn TV anization Jlo orer Sold. Org Largttt Circulation in Broward County Daily Iews ORT JLAUMRBA Local UHF Station To Become Major Unit In Big Chain Nation's Largest Independent Television Outfit To Operate Florida's Pioneer Outlet Sale of television station WFTL-TV to the Storer MEMBER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS FCLL NEA SERVICE AND AP WIREPHOTO AND SENTINEL PRICE: FIVE CENTS 44th Year, No. 70 Four Sections FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1954 50 Pages Broadcasting the largest independent operator oft emator ian son TED radio and television stations in the nation, was jointly announced today by George B. Storer, president of the baying firm, and R. H.

Gore chairman of the board of the Gore Publishing majority stockholder of the Channel 23 UIIF outlet. Storer, who owns seven radio stations and six television stations across the nation, said today that he intends to make WFTL-TV the "flagship station" of his television operations and that plans are already under way to construct the first million-watt television station in the South as originally contemplated by WFTL-TV in its announcement of an expansion program a few weeks ago. At the same time, Storer also announced the purchase of a construction permit granted to WTMIE-TV of Miami to facilitate the expansion program. WFTL-TV began operations on April 7, 1953, as the first UHF station in Florida. It is affiliated with the NBC network and is one of three stations now serving the populous Miami-Ft.

Lauderdale market. The joint announcement of the ownership change also revealed that Noran E. Kersta, executive vice president and general manager of WFTL-TV, will remain with the station under Storer operation as general manager Tl Ir and no staff changes are presently contemplated Colorado Democrat Makes Plea As Feud Over Censure Rages Move Seen As Effort To Counter Talk That Censure Would Be Communist Victory WASHINGTON. (JP) Sen. Edwin C.

Johnson D-Colo today asked that the Senate add to the censure resolution a new section condemning the Communists in this country and urging continued investigation of it. Johnson made this move as Senate leaders consulted on whether to continue sessions while Sen. McCarthy is absent and in a hospital. The Senate convened at 11 a.m. and Republican Leader Knowland Calif told reporters the censure Applications covering the transactions are being filed! ammmmmmmmmm.m mw.u i muiii-n.

im-rji mil unn nmiwwniaim lfSiJ jAffi with the Federal Communications Commission and con summation of the transfer of the station to the Storer interests is subject to FCC approval. In commenting on the (AP Wirt photo) Cormick of Wilmington, aboard the liner America at New York City today. Sommerlatte, former second secretary of the U. S. Embassy at Moscow, was transferred to Washington after the incident.

Mrs. Sommerlatte said: "It's just wonderful to be home." RETURN FROM MOSCOW Mrs. Betty Jane Sommerlatte, second from left, who became "persona non grata" with the Russians after an incident in Moscow in which she allegedly slapped a Russian, and her husband, second from right, are welcomed home by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Mc- 24 Here Join In Campaign For McCarthy More than 24 Ft.

Lauderdale residents have joined the drive to get signatures here in support of Sen. McCarthy (R-Wis), Mrs. Paul Meiners reported today. Mrs. Meiners, chairman of the Ft.

Lauderdale campaign of "Ten Million Americans Mobilizing for Justice." said the eroup includes men and women. She added, how ever, "We need more help." She said 12 places in the city have been selected as stations Fri- Gore released this state-! ment: "We are entering into this arrangement with Storer Broadcasting Co. in order to insure the foremost development of Florida's pioneer UHF station, WFTL-TV. "In the year and a half that our company has operated the station, we have been extremely proud and happy to thus con tribute to the development of the television broadcasting service in the Ft. Lauderdale area.

"We have no question but that the Storer organization, with its vast experience and know-how in the broadcasting industry, can and will operate the station in such a way that it will continue to serve the people of South Florida to the fullest extent. We wish Mr. Storer and his associates well, and we invite the continued co-operation of the people to this entire area with the new owners of this fine TV broadcasting station." STORER COMMENTS 1 Storer, who has been president of the Storer Broadcasting Co. since its founding in 1927, had this to say on the transaction: "Our company welcomes this opportunity to participate in the development of UHF television broadcasting and, in particular, we welcome the opportunity and challenge which we face in the acquisition of WFTL-TV. "The Storer Broadcasting Co.

has owned for many years a major radio property, WGBS. in Miami and a year ago we constructed an office Xeed For Bond 3ioney Cited City To Open Bids On RampjWater Seeping day when the signatures will numerous conferences on sought. and off the Senate floor appar- Doubles Disposal Plant Load Ft. Lauderdale's existing sanitary sewer lines are in such bad condition that they are carrying as much seepage water as they are sewage, Public Works Director Charles S. McKinney said today.

During the 24-hour period ended last midnight the sewage disposal plant pumped a total of 4,833.326 gallons, twice the oj 1 Knowland Renews Red Plea Senator Aaain Demands! Break With Russia WASHINGTON. UP) Sen. Knowland R-Calif re newed today his call for a diplomatic break with Russia, saying the action would impose a "moral sanction" against any further expansion of Communist influence. Knowland spoke out in an interview after a bipartisan con ference of congressional leaders with President Eisenhower yes terday. The divergence of for eign policy views between the President and the party's Senate leader apparently went unmen-j uonea at tne conierence.

Eisenhower has rejected a pre vious proposal by Knowland for break in diplomatic relations with Moscow, declaring that a way of living together in peace with the Russians must be found. Knowland took the Senate floor Monday to criticize talk of "peaceful co-existence" with Russia, There should be a searching congressional review of the nation's foreign and defense policy, he said to determine whether It needs "a basic change." Secretary of State Dulles subsequently said the free nations largely under VS. leadership, ihave strengthened themselves against Communist pressure, and that he knew of no emergency requiring a special review. Secretary of Defense Wilson said the alternative to some form of peaceful co-existence Is war. MANY MEANINGS As did Dulles.

Knowland said the term "peaceful co-existence" subject to a number of interpretations. "But to me it means co-existence in a free and a peaceful world," he said. "It doesn't mean the kind of peaceful co-existence the Thanksgiving turkey has until the ax fall on his neck. "We cannot be unconcerned with Communist expansion and permit them to build up to the point where there is an atomic (Continued on Page 12-A) TODAY'S DIRECTORY Amusements 6, 7-c Bedtime Story 9-D Broward County News 1-B Classified 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7-D Comics 8, 9-D Crossword Puzzle 9-D Editorials 6-A Financial 12-A Horoscope 9-D Movie Time Clock 7-C, Radio-TV 8-D Society 8, 9, 10-B Sports 1, 2. 3, 4, 5-C Weather Report 12-A THE DAILY NEWS Ph.

JA 2-3711; Cla. Ad. JA 3-5425 Seen Possible The warning will give persons in the potential path of the twister ample time to take to the storm cellars. Jones would not discuss the new instrument until after it has been described before the 200 weather experts from all parts of the United States and Latin America. Morris Tepper of the D.

S. Weather Bureau, Washington, D. told of studies being made on small-scale atmospheric motions to the general circulation to more accurately forecast local weather conditions. One form these smaller atmospheric motions may take is that of atmospheric gravity waves, similar to that of ocean m-; sponse was "very fine" and that she had been assured of cooperation by residents of Holly wood and Dania. arty debate would continue at least temporarily.

Johnson is a member of the special six-man committee which recommended censure of McCarthy. His new proposal was seen as an effort to counter the arttu-ments by McCarthy and his supporters that censure would be a victory for Communists and their supporters. Johnson said he had planned to make a speech today in favor of the censure report and his proposed addition but bad been told by Sen. Bridges R-NH that Sen. McCarthy "is quite ill." For this reason.

Johnson said 1 he would relay his statement until McCarthy would be able to hear it. Republican leaders were hold- in an enon; to decide whether to continue sessions or take a recess. IGNORES REPORTERS Edward B. Williams. Mc- reporters or 10 answer any inquiries about McCarthy's attf- tude toward continued sessions in the Wisconsin senator's absence.

Arivirps from 'RpthpsHn fKTrf 1 jjured elbow was improving but that he might be there several more days. Knowland said the debate and possible voting would continue "only in the event it is agreeable to the various parties." He said he had not talked to Sen. McCarthy but planned to contact him later. Knowland said he would consult with McCarthy and those aiding him in the Senate, spokesmen for the Watkins committee which unanimously recommended censure, and the Democratic leaders. Democratic Leader Johnson of Texas said any decision about continuing or delaying Senate action (Continued on Page 12-A) 85 Reading Due To Tie Old Mark A high temperature of 85 de grees, expected this afternoon, probably will give Ft.

Lauderdale a heat record tied for the third straight day. Highs of 83 yesterday and Tues day tied the record for the same dates in 1911, when the Weather Bureau started keeping records. Yesterday's low was 67, considerably above the record low for that date, which was 47. Mostly sunny skies this afternoon and tomorrow, except for a chance of brief afternoon showers, were forecast along with light variable winds. The noon temperature was 80 degrees and the wind was from the west-northwest at two to three miles an hour.

THE WEATHER (Complete Weather Report Page 12-A) Mostly sunny this afternoon and Friday except for a chance of brief afternoon showers. Fair tonight. High this afternoon 85. Low tonight 65 to 68. Light variable winds.

Continued warm Turkey 'Ducking' Hate With Oven PASO ROBLES, Calif. UP A white hen turkey that believes in celebrating Thanksgiving alive has eluded a small army of searchers. Including the dog catcher, for the last four days. The 10-pound turkey escaped from Mrs. Ola Cunningham and took to the hills.

It's been seen frequently, turkey trotting across the hills, but never when a hunter approaches. Both Mrs. Cunningham, footsore from searching, and baffled dog catcher Burt Casteel testify to this. But no sooner have the hunters given up than the turkey is reported seen again. Envoys Visit Fields; Both 'Doing Fine9 BUDAPEST, Hungary.

JP U. S. Minister Christian M. Ravndal and First Secretary Donald Downs visited Noel and Herta Field this morning. Both "seem to be well Ravndal told correspondents after he re turned to his office.

ihe Hungarian government announced yesterday that the American couple had been freed ment said spy charges against Ithem had been dropped Ravndal said Noel Field Is "apparently suffering from a stomach ailment and they both are going today to enter a Budapest hospital for exam ination and treatment." The legation will supply them with some American magazines and periodicals. Field's brother, Hermann similarly has been in a sani tarium in Warsaw since his re lease by the Polish government late in October. Hermann's British-born wife has announced in London she expects to join nim soon in Switzerland. Ravndal said the couple ap peared to be "awfully happy" about their release ACTOR FINED SANTA MONICA, Calif. Le Actor John Agar was fined $200 yesterday on a charge of intox ication and driving a car with out a license in his possession.

30-Minute Warning a is She said the petitions, printed attorney, was on the as a public service by The Dailyjfloor as tne session began, but News, would be distributed today. declined to come out to see AT NEWS Additional copies, with room provided for 25 signatures, are available at The Daily News. Mrs. Meiners said the volun- building in Miami Ilve years 01 imprison which houses all the The official announce teers "have been very enthusi-lNavy Hospital, where McCarthy astic in their desire to make them-jwas entered as a patient vester-selyes and their neighbors heardiday( were that the senator's in- Into Sewers normal amount, and half of it was ground water that leaked into the system. McKinney said.

Yesterday's gallonage handled at the sewage disposal plant set a new record, McKinney said. This indicates that rehabilitation of the existing lines must be undertaken almost immediately, he added. At the same time City Engi neer E. L. Patterson warned that If the S7.500.000 bond issue for extension of the sewer! lines is not approved by the; freeholders at the special elec-j tion Dec.

1 it will be necessary to increase charges to present iZu Jlr topPar the limited existing system. If the bond issue is approved this will not be necessary be cause sufficient funds will be available in the $7,500,000 to rehabilitate the existing lines and disposal plant. Frequent breaks in the main line have been disrupting service, Patterson pointed out. He added that some of the mains are practically inoperative because or the growth of vegeta tion. The bond issue would also pro vide funds for the installation of a primary sanitary sewer system throughout the city.

i froject uec. i Plans for the construction of a launching ramp for small boats and of 500 feet of seawall adjacent to the SW Seventh Ave. bridge are being completed in the office of City Engineer E. L. Patterson, and bids for the project will be opened in the City Commission room Dec.

1. The small boat facility is ex- pected to cost approximately $10,000, and that amount hasj been earmarked for the project; in the current city budget. The launching: ramp will be 13 feet wide and 33 feet long and will extend down to the water in New River. The improvement will be on the south bank of the river, east of the bridge. The ramp and seawall are expected to- be completed within 60 days after the start of the project, which will be the first step in a long-range program to provide facilities for the many owners of smaU boats who live or visit here.

Bids for the construction of a chain-link fence at the new Pros pect Water plant will be ceived at City Hall next Wednes-; day. DEATH REVEALED MOSCOW. Pi Moscow pa pers announced today the death in Leningrad last Monday of Prof. Peter Ivanovich Lukirsky, 60, Soviet physicist. waves approaching shore lines, he said.

"Of the atmospheric waves, the ones which appear to be most closely related to severe weather disturbances are those which are best identified by sudden rises of surface pressure and consequently have been named 'pressure jump he said. The pressure jump line has been found to correlate very highly with the outbreak of severe local storms, he added. Observations indicate that severe storms occur somewhere on pressure jump lines, Tepper said, and plans are being made to use pressure jump formation as a toll in forecasting and warning of severe storms. 1 City Seeks Iluyer For Fire Trnek Anyone need a good, used fire engine? The City of Ft. Lauderdale has a 1925 American-La-France pumper for sale, and Fire Chief Jerry R.

Carter has been instructed by City Manager Donald P. Wolfer to dispose of the engjne to the best interests of the city. The apparatus has been declared surplus as a result of the recent delivery of a new $18,000 pumper. The 29-year-old engine has a 750-galIon capacity and Carter says he has several prospects for the machine. yy 1 Iflariin Ijfiaf II Hotel Purchased Sale of the Marlin Beach Hotel on Atlantic Blvd.

to the rapid ly expanding Connelly hotel chain, which also owns the Las Olas Inn property was announced today by Robert Othling, vice president and general manager. Sellers were M. A. and W. C.

Powers. Announcement was also made that work will soon begin on the construction of a new hotel and business building at the site of the historic Las Olas Inn on the corner of Laa Olas Blvd. and Atlantic Blvd. The Inn, one of the first building built in Ft. Lauderdale, was acquired under a long term lease 18 months ago by Vaughn Connelly, head of Connelly Enterprises which also owns hotels in Alexandria, and projected hotels in Miami, Miami Beach, Nassau and Washington, D.

C. The combined operation of the Marlin Beach and the new and enlarged Las Olas Inn will make the operation the largest hotel combination in Ft. Lauderdale. BURIED ALIVE FUKUOKA. Japan.

Twelve miners were buried alive today by an explosion in a coal mine near here. Four others were Quarters personnel of the rnmnanv mo oi era, biitri civic, 'home' where we live all of which makes us doubly happy to enter the television broadcasting business in this area. This will make our second UHF tele- Continued on Page 12-A) Stores To Begin Yule Schedule Ft. Lauderdale stores will re main open for 12 nights during! December to accommodate Christmas shoppers, E. L.

Alls-worth, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce's merchants' division, announced today. At a special meeting of divi sion members, to which repre-j sentatives of all city shopping areas were invited, it was de cided that stores would stay open until 9 pjn. on these eve nings: Dec. 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 13, 17, 18. 20, 21, 22 and 23.

Some stores also will be open on additional nights. A few will observe Men's Night on Dec. 16 Jack Bondurant, chairman of the "Kids' Christmas Festival," being backed by the merchants' division, said that Santa Claus would arrive by helicopter at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26 at Holiday Park as the high point or the festival Children will be given candy.

bubble gum and soft drmks FIREMEN PULL BOY FROM 15-FOOT WELL TIMPSON, Tex. im Michael Lynn Crawford, 5, stepped into an abandoned 15-foot well yesterday but was rescued by firemen. It happened on a vacant lot as Michael went, to a grocery with 4-year-old Jackie Wilder. Jackie ran for help. Entering the well, firemer found the lad barely able to keep his head above water.

A doctoi said Michael suffered no il effects. i in Washington The national campaign, seeking 10 million signatures in opposition to the proposed censure of Sen. McCarthy, is scheduled to end next week. Mrs. Meiners urged residents of to s- thpir Ithe threatto cntVofi freedo8m of speech and inquiry" in the nation's highest legislative assembly.

In New York, Rear Adm. John (Continued on Page 12-A) GIRLS HUNTED BECKLEY, W. Va. UPl-Raleigh County Sheriff John C. Ward called for volunteers today to resume a search for two school girls missing since Nov.

1. The girls. Irene Agee. 8. and her sister, Mary, 6, have been missing since shortly after school Nov.

1. been made during recent years with the result that the furnishings now show several different colors of paint where peeling processes induced by the ancient age of the wood have made steady progress. Many visitors to the courtroom have been amazed at the condition of the furnishings and several recently wrote letters complaining to city officials. Expansion of the ID bureau has been planned for more than a year to cope with the growing volume of files. Plans for the improvement have been completed by City Engineer E.

L. Patterson and work will be started within a week or two. Court Room Spruce-Up Job Promised By Chief Kelley Device May 'Find' Tornadoes The decrepit municipal courtroom in Ft. Lauderdale's City Hall is due for a facelifting before the end of the current calendar year. Police Chief Roland R.

Kelley promised today. The feeble, creaky old furniture which has been in service for many years will be replaced with new equipment and the major portion of the room from which the city dispenses its justice will be rehabilitated. Kelley explained that part of the room wiU be used for the expansion of the identification and records bureau which will be extended to the main courtroom entrance. Furniture in the room has been repainted several times, but no improvements have MIAMI BEACH. LP A specially improved direction finder which may save lives by giving warning of tornadoes will be shown for the first time at the convention of the American Meteorological Society today 9 Its developer is W.

L. Jones, who has been conducting tornado research at Oklahoma A College for seven years. Weathermen say the instrument may determine whether there is a connection between the frequncy of lightning in a local storm and the development of a tornado. If there is, the direction finder, by pinpointing and num---T)t iivitirT flashes, may give up to 30 minutes advance totice that a tornado is being formed. Friday night..