The Daily News Leader from Staunton, Virginia • 1

THE WEATS33I Oecaaional imin windy aA sEl tonlfht Mid fiafcstUy. 10 night 4S-M, The PUBLIC Interests FIRST VOL. 98. NO. 146 man or audit buuau or onovunoM STAUNTON, VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1953 wan jlmooiatbt rases win ami riATvma mnoi PBICE IWE CENTS EVENING Leader 1 HE Staunton Stores Are To Remain Open Until Nine Eisenhower, Accompanied By Dulles And Strauss, This Evening To Accommodate Christmas Buyers Arrives In Bermuda For Conference Of Big Three Costs Incurred By Candidates Are Published Top Expenditure Locally Is $675 For Titnberlake Unrepatriated War Prisoners To Be Released Dean Tells Enemy Conference Must Decide Otherwise PANMUNJOM.

Dec. 4 UP) Staunton stores will remain open to nine p. m. today to han No Official Explanation Is Offered For AEC Chief Being Added To List dle the overflow crowd of shoppers streaming into town today, trying to beat the last minute Christmas rush. Member firms of the Merchants and Business Men's Association have agreed to remain open until nine p.

m. several days this month to let the people complete Stephen D. Timberlake, defeated Republican candidate for lieutenant spent t625 mg along to discuss the British, request that the United State exchange atomic military Information with Allies. That would add another thorny problem for conference In whlcls Mr. Elsenhower already Is due to work against heavy odds- for TUCKER'S TOWN.

Bermuda, Dec. 4 (ii President Eisenhower arrived in Bermuda today for the start of a history-making conference with British Prime Minister Churchill and French Premier Laniel. The presidential plane Colum United States Envoy Arthur H. Dean told the Communists today that unrepatriated war prisoners will be freed Jan. 22 un their Christmas shopping.

in his campaign tor the state office, records at the Corporation less a peace conference decides Stores will be open next Friday Court clerk's office show. In his expense statement, Mr some other course "and no hu bine landed at American leased French approval of a rearmed night also. The following week Tlmberlake noted funds had been man hand or mind or debate can change it." stores will remain open until nine p. m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and during Christmas spent by the state and city Re We are never going to agree, DUblican committees in his be under any circumstances, to a week, they will observe long hours half, but he added he did not change in that date," he know the amounts expended by on Monday, Tuesday, and Wed nesday.

these two groups. Mr. Dean and Communist The records indicated A. Shoppers who "wait until Christ Stephen Fultz. treasurer elect, mas Eve to buy their presents diplomats huddled for almost three hours on plans for a peace conference while a few miles Klndley Field at 11:12 a.m.

EST. Waiting to greet Mr. Elsenhower as he stepped from the plane were Churchill and Laniel, together with British Foregln Secretary Anthony Eden and French Foreign Minister Georges Bi-dault. 1,000 On Hand A crowd of about 1.000 was on hand to welcome Mr. Elsenhower.

Also present was a colorful honor guard made up of Royal Welsh Fusiliers, Bermuda militia, and United States airmen. In the presidential party were spent $182.44 in the July 14 Democratic primary, and another may find themselves out of luck, as stores will observe regular away 30 more South Korean war $120.70 during the campaign lead West Germany and to argue against Sir Winston Churchill' proposals to meet with Russian Premier Malenkov. A group of other foreign policy and military experts were In the party headed for the American-French parley on the mld-Atlantia island. Mr. Eisenhower appeared la good spirits and smilingly called out to photographers, "hava a good vacation," as be left Washington.

His meaning was that, the cameramen would have less work-to do with the- President out of The conference. Which British Prime Minister Churchill Initiated and which interested Mr- Els- hours, closing in the late ing up to the Nov. 3 elections. prisoners unanimously rejected pleas to return home. E.

Prank Plshbume. another rv aspirant for the treasurership, Koreans Say "No" Allied persuaders in three days if Staunton was crowded during have talked to 90 South Koreans' the morning and early afternoon today, as rain halted many farm listed expenditures of $183.92 In the primary, when he and Marshall E. -Hanger were defeated by Who chose life under, the Com-i operations; Both of the City's TOuijMa JWd. not one-h chanced Secretary at State Dulles- aa his mind. 1 St.

and the other at the fire- list any primary expenses. Wood rum Had No Expense ROK officers whisked through Lewis Strauss, chairman of the United States Atomic Energy Commission. Mr. Strauss was house, were well used. C.

Ronald Woodrum, Mr. 30 interviews before noon today. The N. Command asked to Interview 40 prisoners Saturday. Pultz's Republican opponent in The Christmas shopping season the last enhower and French Premier added to the party at minute this morning.

was opened last Friday with the Laniel only mildly. Is dedicated The repatriation commission said annual Yule parade, "marked by The flight from Washington tookito enlarging Western unity. the general elections, stated he had no campaign expenses, but like Mr. Timberlake, said the citv Republican Committee had bands, floats, and high stepping the request for an extra 10 was filed too late, but tonight the commission approved it. HERE ARE THE QUARTERS set aside at the Mid-Ocean Club for British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill and President Dwlght D.

Elsenhower as they attend the "Big 3" conference with France in Bermuda. At top, Cpl. L. Crlpps of the Welsh Fusilier Guards watches over the bedroom Sir Winston will occupy dt the club. At bottom, Sgt.

Joseph Nixon, of the Bermuda police, stands guard in the sitting room that Mr. Elsenhower will use during the critical talks. (International) majorettes. Decorative lights also were turned on that night. 3 hours 10 minutes.

But it is plagued by so many There was no official explana- divisive issues and so much Rus-tion of Mr. Strauss' being added sian diplomatic maneuvering thai to the delegation but the Washington Post reported he was go- (See BIG J. Pg. 11) The preliminary peace talks spent an unknown amount in his behalf. Mrs.

Edith H. Paxton, clerk of I '-St Ii Will I mm Display windows in Staunton are in recess until Monday. Mr. Dean asked that a Saturday stores have been adorned withJ Corporation Court, listed cam- session be called off because he various Christmas scenes, manv paten expenses of $251.68. She listed no expenses for the July of them using snow as the predominant scheme.

will be in Seoul for conferences wth South President Syngman Rhee. 14 primary. Her Republican opponent tor The Merchants and Business Lorwin Is Indicted Under Statute On False Statements McCarthy Is Reported Planning Personal Chat With Eisenhower "WINDER" SNOOPIV Leader Carriers Rodney Johnson, left, and Sam Richardson take time out between school and newspaper route hours to view enticing athletic gear in a local sporting goods store window. Needless to say, they would like to find Ground Broken For New WSH Subject Withheld refused to divukge the the office, William S. Lamer, asserted he spent nothing during the campaign, but that the city Men's Association recently voted to keep stores closed the day after subject of the talks and would not comment on rumored differ Christmas, as Christmas falls on nm nf thm it.mx unripr the tree Christmas mornlnc (Staff Photo) Republican Committee also had spent an undetermined sum in his a Friday this year.

ences peiween me u. w. com mand and the South Korean gov ernment over plans for a peace behalf. E. G.

Kyle, reelected as Justice of the peace for the second WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 Val R. Lorwin, former State Department official, was indicated by a federal grand Jury today on charges that he falsely de conference. Young Byrd Denies Senator Declines To Issue Comment WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 (ill-sen The spokesman for 17 Allied Another Building Is Going Up There Ground has been broken for another building at Western State Hospital's new site east of Staunton on Route 250, but Superinten ard, listed expenses of $3 40.

tie was unopposed. Five other Democratic candi nations which fought in Korea spelled out their position on un Public Parley Planned By AA Avowed Ex-Communist Testifies Rep. Condon Attended Red Meet nied Communist Party member ator McCarthy (R-Wls) was re He 'Appropriated Republican Planks dates, reelected without oppo ported today to be planning a repatriated prisoners after the Communists heatedly Insisted that ship during a loyalty hearing in December, 1950-The indictment, returned under sition, reported they did not Incur any expenses in the cam personal etaat with President Eisenhower soon after the President the POW could "never be re the false statements statute, ac- RICHMOND. Dee- 4 UV-StaU leased" until a peace conference dent Dr. James B.

Pettis believes lt will "take a year" to complete paign. Included in this group returns from the Big Three talks in Bermuda. decldei their fate. the structure. National Leaders Coming Saturday Charge Is Denied By Californian cused Lorwin of falsely stating senator Harry T.

Byrd Jr. ld under oath at the loyalty hear- tav h. hftd advocated annual were Rodney E. Shifllett, Justice of This report earns front a Mrson Mr. Dean said the Reds appeared to be trying to block a The building, fourth in the receiving and recovery group of the peace; C.

franklin William- in a position to know. Mr. Mc sessions of the General Assembly peace conference in an attempt Two speakers from adioininsr More Th Foot Of Snow Dumped On Mid-America to hold in indefinite captivity five, is being constructed by Eng lish Construction Co. of AltaVista Carthy declined to be quoted on the subject, and the White Hons SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 4 UV-A House Un-American Activities long before Republican Tod Z1' ing that: 1.

He never was a Communist Party member. 2. He never carried a Communist Party cards' He never held a Communist ton's platform for governor bad 22,600 Korean and Chinese war prisoners who have refused to go which submitted a $435,550 base press office said It badat heard anything about such a meeting. bid for the project states will appear at a meeting Saturday night, sponsored by the Staunton Group of Alcoholics Anonymous. The gettogether will be held in the auditorium at the Robert E.

TP Hiffh Shnnl oiiHi. Committee witness testified yesterday he saw Rep. Robert L. Condon (D-Callf) at a closed Communist meeting in 1948. back to Communist rule.

0 been written-Mr. Byrd took issue with the It will be located south of the Mr. McCarthy yeaterdav dis son, Civu ana ponce juoutc, H. Stratton, city sergeant; George V. LaBonte, commissioner of revenue; and Fltzhugh Elder commonwealth's attorney.

Dalton, Stanley Report RICHMOND, Dec. 4 OrV-State Senator Ted Dalton reported today that the Republicans spent $39,895 In making their most ser MINNEAPOLIS. Dec- 4 UFi A Party meeting in his home. claimed any Inteotioa to challenge. Mr.

Esienhowarl lsedenhin of storm that dumped more than Lorwin, 46, and no longer with Republican state senator's stats- Mr. Condon, who was barred torium. i loot of snow in some sections for security reas0ns from wit- the government is a native of ment that various planks in his three buildings already constructed and in use, and will be connected to the other buildings by underground tunnels. Patients housed there will receive their the Repubheaa Party but he re The cloak of anonvmitv shelters 1 of "ud America buffeted the nessms, Nevada atomic test last platform were being appropriat New York City. The Justice De served the right to criticize the the identities of the speakers, but Dakotas and Minnesota today as Mav denied that he ever was a Earman Retires After 36 Years partment said it was unable to ed by Virginia's Democratic leaders "now that the election is supply his present address- ious bid to win the Virginia governorship in the recent fall cam the Staunton group has announced, swept nortftward into Communist.

that one will be a young woman! whrOCir Kansas and Pastm Charles David Blodsrett. an ad Adntttustration "when think It making mistakes. RopUes To Ik, Dulles This was a reply to statements meals in the main building's cafeteria, as patients in the two other buildings do. over Mr. Dalton was aeieatea At the time of the hearing.

Lorwin was chief of the Euro last month for governor by paign. Mr. Dalton. in an expense re When the building is who is connected with the nation- Colorado also were hit but the m'tted ex Communist, told the al foundation headquarters of Al- snow nad aI1 but ended in these committee here he saw Mr. Con-cohollcs Anonymous and the oth-LtBtM don at a "closed emergency meet- Democrat Thomas B.

Stanley. earlier in the week by the President and Secretary of State Dulles port filed with the State Elec pean section. Division of International Labor. Social, and Health only one more will be construct From his Winchester office Mr. tions Board, listed personal ex er will be a leading attorney from; (ing of Communist Party mem ed as part of the recovery group, rejecting Mr.

McCarthy's demands for drastic revision of some Affairs in the State Department Byrd issued this statement: which will be separated from the penses of $4,850 In his role as the GOP's candidate for governor. Of this amount he reported $1,725 rest of the hospital. The long Mississippi. The lawyer is a past ocnoois were closed, motorists bers at Oakland, in president of the bar association were stranded, and communica-1 March or April 1948. The witness in his state.

knocked out in some areas- testified he did not know whether "In commenting on my Char phases of Administration foreign policy. range plan calls for about 30 Guard To Honor lottesville speech in which I again advocated annual sessions buildings on the site. The meeting will begin at eight International Falls in Minne- Mr. Condon was a party member, Mr. McCarthy's statement waa Clarence B.

Earman, 814 Maple for 36 years in the Railway Postal Service, was retired at the end of November, having reached the stipulated age. Practically all of Mr. Ear-man's service was abroad mail trains between Washington and Hinton, W. and many refinements in hours and working conditions were effected since he first began to ride railway was contributed to him personal ly by various persons. Mr.

Dalton's report listed cam Work so far has been confined phrased for the most Dart in con p. and Staunton members ofsota reported 14 inches of snow the organization have expressed! Dut ne had never seen a non-Communist at such a meeting. of the legislature and a change in the method of appointing county to foundation operations. ciliatory tones. Mr.

condon at the time was a paign expenditures of $35,045 by the Republican Finance Commit But at the same time he ap school boards to bring them About 250 patients already are usins the new site, which has a State Adjutant RICHMOND, Dec. 4 Iff) MaJ. closer to the people. Senator Dal present capacity of 324. Dr.

Pet ton declared 'Byrd is taking tee which directed efforts in behalf of the 52-year-old Radford attorney, and his running mates for confidence that the hall will be filled. The session is not limited to those persons having an alcoholic problem, it was announced. Any person who wishes to learn more about the alcoholic and the prob tis explained a heavy turnover another plank out of my plat mail cars in 1917 when Woodrow Grove In Sheep Shearing Finals pealed over the President's head, in effect, to the American people on the question of cutting oft American aid to any foreign country which trades with Red China so long as any American war prisoners are held by the candidate for the Legislature. He won. and last year wasjpelected to Congress.

Thought It Was Union Mr. Condon said he had thought the Oakland meeting was a trade union affair which he and other Democrats attended in behalf of General S. Gardner Waller, state adjutant general, will receive the Wilson was president. in this segment of medical treatments allows a large fluctuation in the number of patients kept lieutenant governor and attorney general. The Republican expense report I think it to fair and proper Distinguished Service Medal of In the early years clerks were not subject to prescribed hours.

there at various times. lems of alcoholism is invited toi to refresh Mr. Dalton's memory. was slightly more than one-half the National Guard Assn. in ceremonies here Dec.

11. being required to complete their The new building will house "I Introduced a resolution Communists. wit vi Bauuauuu ai: rt runs no matter how late trains thp nnrlov rueison Ju. urove 01 nouie about 60 more patients The presentation will be made Departing from his prepared were being operated or what in- There will be no Western State presently has arimicsinn I WaynesDoro 18 one oi eiht ama ss iteur sheep shearing finalists who which passed the Virginia Senate four years ago concerning annual legislative sessions. It was terferred with their operation, party candidates.

Mr. Condon added, "I will put my loyalty and affection for my country and my people, against members of the staff of this Un-Amer charge. 700 patients, but the new hos nital will house only 2.500. Dr such as wrecks, or delays caused statement, Mr. McCarthy urged all who share his view that such trade-should be- stopped -to- writer-or wire the President.

PtOIlon: before some 300 members of the National Guard units and the public at-Gray's-Armory: General Waller, a past president of the National Guard killed in the House of Delegates- by washouts, slides, etc. nnr nor coiH Wmo louay HI Uie UllCI liauuuu Pettis said that the hospital had manv less patients in 1943, when Livestock Exposition at Chicago. "Four years ago. too. I intro Finally the service was brought under the 48 -hour week, said This invitation was filmed for ican Activities Committee who have drummed up these fantastic witnesses." became state adjutant general in duced legislation to bring the public schools closer to the the Staunton group, "to present the problems of alcoholism in an educational light.

Both of these two speakers are well-known in the amount reported spent in behalf of Thomas B. Stanley, the victorious Democratic nominee. Mr. Stanley, in an expense report expended in his behalf. $4,850 Personally Mr.

Dalton's report listed personal expenses of $4,850 for travel, telephone, postage, stationery and miscellaneous items. The $35,045 expended by the party's finance committee Included $7,414 for advertising materials, $3,660 for newspaper adver- Mr. Earman. and then to 40 1931. He has received the Vir television, and news programs from coast to coast carried it last night.

plans for the new hospital were made. He said another mental institution in Northern Virginia may be called for In future years, in people. From New Orleans, where he is hours, with overtime when ad ditional time was required. ginia Distinguished Service Med Nelson is a member of the Wilson Memorial 4-H Club. The eight finalists, cream of the 48 states, are headed by Glenn A.

Reese of Reese, N. C. He posted the high score of 93.65 participating in hearings of a Alcoholic Anonymous circles, and All of this was done three and Mr. Earman has received a al, the Virginia Service Medal with dogwood blossoms denoting line with the population growth. we feel sure that what they will have to say will be of interest to As of 8:30 pan.

last night, the (See MCCARTHY, Pg. 11) 0 1 one-half years before Mr. Dalton's platform ever was written." (See CONDON, Pg. 11) 35 years service, the Commander letter of commendation from the district superintendent, in Washington, not only praising his long service, but wishing him well in of the Crown of Italy, and the the general public. After all, this is a problem with which the pub points out of a possible 100 in preliminary competition at the Commander of the Crown of Nor lic generally is concerned.

exposition earlier this week. way. Virginian Missing On Hunting Trip 2 Cases Aired In City Court Governor Battle, along with his retirement. WAYNESBORO OFFICER AWARDED BRONZE STAR other Virginia public figures and Stomach Ulcer Pill Developed ST. LOUIS, Dec.

4 UTtA six representatives of the military, CLEARFIELD. Dec Id) are expected to attend. An Intensive search was made JAYCEES TO AID SA A boost to the Salvation Army will be given Saturday by the Jaycee chapter here, which will turn out in force to to man the Army's kettles. Jaycee members will start their solicitation at ten a. m.

and work in shifts until five p. manning the kettles located on Beverley St. 1 (See COSTS. Pg. 11) Shomo Attends Deerfield Meet James H.

Binns of Waynes Bruce F. McCorkle, entering a plea of not guilty, was found GRAINS ACTIVE boro, a former infantry lieuten today for Hugh W. Long, 64-year-old prominent businessman of Radford, Va- He disappeared on a deer hunting trip in Clearfield ant, has been awarded the guilty of reckless driving an CHICAGO, Dec. 4 UP) Grains Army's Bronze Star for meritorl way put was described as a new and promising treatment for stomach ulcers in an exhibit shown today to the American ous service in Korea, according Pa. eased in moderately active dealings at the opening on the Board of Trade today.

fined $100 by Judge J. Harry May, who heard the case without a jury in Corporation Court. Mr. Mc-Corkle's driving permit' also was to the Virginia Military District Mr- Long, president of the Vir The Deerfield Ruritan Club, re- Medical Assn. (VMD).

ginia Erecting Co a steel frame Lt. Binns, who served with the work concern, was last seen walk- oaganized in November, held its regular meeting Thursday night suspended for 30 days. In another case, Guy G. West It combines four different anti-acids to counteract excess acids causing or worsening Thirty-second Infantry Regiment of the Seventh Division, was hafer was ordered to pay Dr. wnn j.

Hunter Shomo, governor-elect of Woodrow Wilson District, miles north of here Wednesday afternoon. Michigan Senator Challenges Commies To Try To Disprove Atrocity Charges Lewis F. Bell $404.42. On March cited for performing his duties as a communications platoon as guest of honor. R.

E. Christian, president, pre Three fellow Virginians had the ulcers. The fifth element is an oatmeal extract which binds the acid-fighters together and releases them slowly for about two 2, 1953, a Jury had recommended that Mr. Westhafer be ordered to leader in an "exemplary man accompanied him into the woods. ner." 'mriufilt'i WASHINGTON, Dec.

4 UH 142-5. Vlshinsky. chief Russian They said he had agreed to meet pay Dr. Bell but defense counsel moved the verdict be set sided over the business meeting, following supper served by the Deerfield Home Demonstration Club. The main item of business Senator Potter -R-Mich) today! delegate to the U.N., and other hours.

The sixth ingredient is a gummy material which forms a protective coating over the lin them at the Parker Dam but that he failed to put in an appearance. challenged Andrei Vishinsky and Communist spokesmen cried "fake" and "libel." aside. Judge May took the case under advisement before delivering his decision overruling the defense counsel's motion. was the appointment of commit his associates to try to disprove Korean veterans' accounts of ing of the stomach or the duodenum, the first part of the tees. Mr.

Potter said the sworn testimony already heard here had brutal, bestial atrocities. Mr. Shomo was named district -o PARADE TO BE HELD The Christmas parade scheduled for 6:45 this evening In Waynesboro will be held as scheduled, despite cloudy weather, a spokesman for the Retail Merchants Association there laid this Mr. Potter, sitting as a one-man been verified by Army experts ini. These new pills, not yet on the governor at the annual convention in Staunton Nov.

11. Senate Investigations Subcommit MARKET MIXED NEW YORK. Dec. 4 MV-The tee, has heard over a dozen such market, have relieved pain within a few days in most of more than 250 patients treated so far, ac preparation for possible war crime trials of the Korean and Chinese Communists. "I don't know what we will do accounts, in the past two days On call today were 10 more wit Stock Market was narrowly mixed today in early trading.

cording to the exhibit. nesses to add details to the grim recital. with this evidence now." he said, "except to let Americans and the If these cases are false," Mr. world know the true pattern of Potter said in an interview, "it Colossus Of Rhodes, One Of 7 Wonders, Said Sham Communist leadership." Blood Donor Box Score OQ Blood Center, Staunton, s-O Thursday. Dec.

17. How many gifts of life and health? Can Red Cross office, S-9151. between nine and four o'clock Mondays through Fridays, or nine to one Saturdays (if yon haven pledged through your organization blood prosrara would be the best possible propa ganda in the world for the Com Mr. Potter said lucky survivors of Korean atrocities already have munists to prove that. If Vishin LONDON, Dec.

4 to The Co- os, was the work of a sculptor lossus of Rhodes, one of the seven proved that there was "pretty much the same pattern in these sky and the Communists are not afraid of the truth, why do they named Chares, who spent 12 years tions that the statue was in fact 120 feet high and the harbor 600 feet wide, which would make the famous straddle an anatomical ancient wonders of the world, was on his masterpiece. It was erect crimes with Communist officers qoy described by a British scientist ed in 280 B.C. An earthquake not ask an impartial United Nations Investigation? "They are afraid of the truth impossibility. and leaders murdering Americans or giving orders to do this." tumbled it S3 years later last night as a hollow sham. Herbert Maryon, 79-year old sculptor- and this gives the lie to Vlshin "It was a command decision Furthermore, he said, his research indicated the heroic figure was not cast in one piece, as archaeologist, told meeting of the Society of Antiquaries the The story banded down through the years Is that the statue stood with a beacon in Its hands and sky falsifications." The U.

N. General Assembly on the part of the Communists to mistreat our prisoners of war," hitherto supposed, but was made chairman) or use the cocpos appearing elsewhere tn paper to volunteer to donate one foot on each side of the har-lof bronse sheets beaten Into shape he said. ''These are crimes DRESSED JS COSTUMES POPULAR in the Gay Nineties, Wil giant statue was: 1, Too small to stand astride the harbor of Rhodes. 2. Made of thin bronw sheets yesterday approved an American-backed resolution condemning any; atrocities and expressing "grave bor entrance, with enough clear-land riveted together.

Maryon es against man. They would be pun liam Lucas and Betty Collins entertained some 200 persona gather your ptst of blood for ISte ishable In any country, with the ed at the Veterans' Home last night for the annual banquet of the timated the thickness of the sheets as equal to that of a British penny concern" at reports of Red est gift of am possible exception of Communlxt- instead of solid bronze. anoe for ships to pass underneath. Maryon said be has determined from ft study of classical. Inscrip Staunton Fire Department.

They sang a number appropriate to the cruelty in Korea. The vote was about a 15th of an Inch. I truled nations." period of their dress. (Staff Photo) Tot statue, of the sun tod Hen- 3.