Fairbanks Daily News-Miner from Fairbanks, Alaska • Page 1

Now Is the time to sell those surplus you no loncer'need! Call 2145 and have one of our powerful little classified ads do the trick at a very nominal cost: VOLUME XXX Dai WEATHER Partly cloudy tonight and Friday. Cooler with a low tonight of -8, high Friday zero; low last night high yesterday 29. Temperature at noon today 7. Sunrise Friday 9:56 a.m., sunset p.m. America's Farthest North Daily Newspaper Member of The Associoted Press Per'Copy FAIRBANKS, ALASKA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1952 Sixteen Pages No.

297 ft 552 Military Family Housing Units Opened Death Toll Raised to Three; ine ton Listed as 'Critical' Will Materially Relieve Home Shortage in Fairbanks Vidnify Most of Tenants" Are Local Residents Who've Been Waiting for Base Housing, Others Are Coming North to Settle Down Anchorage Arrives for Cage Game I The Anchorage high school bas- I ketball squad arrived last night for a two-game series with the Fairbanks Malemutes, which gets I underway this evening at the Today is moving day in a big way for 224 military fam-j It wi be tne sec0 nd meeting of ilies at Ladd Traffic was heavy leading to the dependent! the season for the two clubs, arch area as trucks and cars with trailers piled high with rivals in the Raiibeit Conference household goods converged on the 28 buildings each contain- who are ing eight units. favored to capture conference hon- Fifteen of the buildings are reserved for army families'! ors this year, by the score of 52-51 Aand for air forcc families. They! in an overtime Santa Says are being occupied by officers and non-commissioned officers. The Via Train -u Coach Bud Ottmar arrived via largest part will'be for families al- the Alaska railroad last night with' 11 players and two managers. The, the i be in and i expected to materially relieve the; 1 housing pressure in the Santa has ar.oUitM- walloping big llnils two and three -i list of Christmas Fund donations to acknowledge today.

He wants to doff his cnp toward the Construction and General Laborers Union, for sending in that $100 check. Santa nearly fell over when union president Ed Orbeck came through with the big donation. Reed and Martin, well known construction firm, came through bedroom apartments equipped with I an electric stove, refrigerator and'' The doors will open to the pub-j at 6:30 1 for the the Eielson Army Warriors 1 Tushlnl? to get Ugainst Dreamland Bar, is booked settled before Christmas and con-j alemules and Eagles are sider the housing as nice jn con Christmas present as they could ill be broadcast both like that wilTkeep Santa out of the red this year and we aren't referring to clothing. Iw1 ll Santa would also like to thank' the children of the -fifth grade, Last week men moved into eight new troop housing consisting of 500 and 250-man barracks. The movement is being completed this week As the new housing opens there building, for'coming through "with $10.

That was a donation with class. be a theater, post exchange, barbershop and enlisted men's clubs more readily available at 9 p. m. in test that will be broadcast here and in Anchorage. Radio station KFAR will air a play-by-play account banks.

Music by Red'Murray in Fair- Band Music by the Fairbanks One Man Still in Critical Condition As Result of Blast; Deceased Survived By Wife and Three Children in Midwest Staff Sergeant Carl Lamb of the 5010th Supply squadron died last night of burns received in an explosion and fire at Eielson air force base. His death raises to three the number of people killed by the tragic blast. One other man, Airman Gerald Whitbeck, is still in critical condition. Lamb is survived by his wife, Melva, and one child, both residing at Eielson air force Two "men were killed almost immediately Tuesday, when a blast through the small building and they were aflame. The flaming gasoline in their clothing could not be extinguished quickly enough the fuel storage area of the IQ rcvcn them from being critic- base.

They have been identified burned. as Airman Eugene R. Anderson. officials at the base believe that who was survived by wife and the aso nc the clothing being worn by Lamb and Whitbeck vaporized in the warm room, and the fumes were ignited by a small hotplate healer. The two men had apparently high by the personnel.

Eielson Units Open At Eielson AFB 328 family hous- Here's the acknowledgements for units were opened today with I.B.P.O.E. of W. No. S5.00: Gunnvor and Ejril Strand, S5.00; City Garage Employees. S9-00; Robert S3.00: C.

J. M'oofter, S5.00; Mrs. Filo- mpna Giaudo, $5.00. Harold and Pcgffy Goldizen, Pioneers of Alaska. IK- loo Xo.

4. S25.00; Marian E. Luther. S10.00; B. F.

Cy Adams, S5.00; Pop Owens. S5.00. Eva S5.00; Officers and member of Local No. 942. Construction and General Laborers.

Edward X. Orbeck, $100.00: Bill SIcKinney. S5.00; Employees of Northern Commercial Machine Shop. S15.00. Tom Downes, S5.00; Marian Barnes, $5.00: Jerry Barnes, S5.00: Charles Basrlcy.

S5.00. John and Hazel Butler, S5.00; Bertha and Frank Gray, S5.00; Kecd Martin. Anonymous, S5.00. Beatrice and Floyd A. Nebel of Alaska Road Commission.

Hobby Craft Center, S5.00; Pat Bell, Mrs. Mag' nus B. Marks, S5.00; Fifth Grade (main P.M. Room 8, $10.00: Accounting Personnel of Wicn Alaska Airlines, $18.00. Total $397.00 Total to date $3,715.03 I families beginning the movement 1265, I to that base.

Moving in is being I staggered. construction was done by Boen-Sealand Co. at a cost of around S500.000. Eielson's new school will open January 5, following the Christmas vacation period. school band under, the direction of Miss Shirley Calnan will be pre- I sented and other entertainment will be offered during the inter- i mission tonight.

I Tickets, selling for 75 cents for 'adults and 25 cents for students, will be on sale at the gym. (See page 4 for more about the game.) City News in Brief Champion Trapper Warren Jillson the Alaska Railroad, is conducting his own rat elimination campaign, with terrific results. Not only did he catch two rats in one trap recently, but he has caught a rodent of record breaking size. The big beast is a gray colored rat, that is the size of most cats. He looks like a different species of rodent than most of the rats hereabouts, since he is gray in color.

Experts down at the ARR figure he is a member of the giant gray rat family, which orig- 'inates in the Dutch East Indies, and travels to the'American continent on ships. Mrs. Munz Flics Home Mrs. Bill Munz, wife of Nome bush pilot Bill Munz, returned to Nome this week after spending a few days in Fairbanks. Her husband was one of two men who rescued members of an air forcc B-29 which crashed on the Seward peninsula about this time in December several years ago.

To Attend Funeral Members of Auxiliary No. pioneers of Alaska arc asked to be at the Lutheran church at 2 p. m. tomorrow to attend funeral services for Mrs. Anna Bleecker.

The request was made by Mrs. Ruth Barrack, auxiliary president. Four Items Are Reported Stolen; Pickup Is Lost Four items reported stolen were I on the city police books Wednesday. They included a stolen revolv- or, pick-up truck, suit case and i parka. They included a stolen revolver, i pick-up truck, suit case and parka.

The gun was reported to be an Army Colt revolver, model MY12, with holster, stolen during field maneuvers at Glenallen recently. The theft was reported to the city police late Tuesday morning. i A pick-up truck belonging to Tom Crabtree, 1301 Gaffney place, was reported stolen from near the i Talk of the Town night club at about 3:30 a. m. Wednesday.

The truck was described as being a GMC make, colored gray. Arthur Bruhn reported Tuesday evening that someone had stolen his parka from the Eagles hall. It was described as being an air force olive drab colored garment. If found, it was asked to be returned to the Rev. Herbert Bruhn.

J. R. Smith, a Pan American Airways employe, reported Tuesday evening that someone had picked up one of the airline pilot's suit cases in the Northward building, probably sometime last week. tNculs-Miner Photo by CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS avenue took on a holiday appearance this week, when colorful Christmas decorations were strung up overhead. The decorations, which are centered around the intersection of Second and Cushman, were-entirely financed arid erected by business houses in that area.

Firms contributing- the decorating included Mecca Bar, Fairbanks cigar Store, J. Vic Brown jewelers, Nevada Kid stores (Waechters), Griffins, Mcdel Cafe, Bernie Carr's store, Anderson's Variety store, and Wilbur Bell hardware store. That black kettle in the middle of the sidewalk was put there by the Salvation Array, and it is awaiting- contributions from Fairbanksans. three children, and Private Frederick E. Pry.

I A fifth victim of the fire sus-1 tained only minor burns. He was identified as Airman George Williams. gotten soaked with the highly Tlie fire was a freak explosion, fi amma aviation gasoline while apparently caused by gas saturat-1 re a the leak in the pipe. ed clothing. were work- i a leak in an outdoor when they ceased working) for a few minutes, and walked in-1 to the small building to warm up.

ing pipe, Pry and Anderson were on duty in "the building, being dispatchers who are stationed there. Fire Blast 1 I nVCllfV OT I TANGIER. Dec. 18, John Carter Vincent, U. S.

consular agent in this international city, i said today there was no doubt in moments after. Lamb and i his own mind "about my absolute Start Hearings on Justice Dept. Part In Probe for Reds Lion Swings Over Second; 3 Sentenced i Whitbeck entered the room, a blast of fire swept through the place. The two men on duty in the building apparently died almost instant- iv of Suffocation. Lamb and Whitbeck escaped from the building, but the gasoline in their clothing had been ignited.

and constant loyalty to the. United States." The American minister and former head of the state department Far Eastern policy section has been called home after a loyalty review board found "there is reasonable doubt as to his loyalty." I A papier-mache lion, hanging high over Second avenue, caused WASHINGTON, Dec. 18. quite a stir, in Fairbanks yester- House investigators started hearings today on reports that justice department officials i erfered with a New York federal grand jury's probe of Communism in. the United Nations organization.

Chairman Chelf (D-Ky.) day. The lion was hanging high yesterday morning, and nobody can prove who perpetrated the foul deed. The lion had been removed Rep. Keating (R-N. Y.I told reporters the house judiciary subcommittee studying the department will look into the matter in closed- door hearings.

Four members of the New York jury have been called for question- from the back room of the Model and cafe, it is located as a fit- with By KAY J. KENNEDY The "Alaska governor kettle" is continuing to simmer no concerted action or recommendations made -by the over all Alaska Republican party. Kodiak and Ketchikan groups have come forth with recommendations. The Fourth division was the first to hold a ting fixture for meetings of the Lions club. It is the property of the club.

Somebody (probably the Ki-, wanis, according to our informers! i Jr' 1 removed the statue, apparently tne Qlner Tuesday night. It was then hung from a rope stretched between Committee counsel Robert E. 1 the Lathrop building and Nordale Collier indicated the witnesses will be asked about a finding the grand hotel. A sign on the plaster beast read. jury made on Dec.

2 to the effect Merry Christmas Rotary, and we of U. S. citizens with alleged Red Li-on. leanings. Infantry Officer At Ladd Rotated Another of Yesterday, City Magistrate Hu- bert Gilbert held a kangaroo court, and several suspects were charged with "cruelty to lions, to wit, lynching one of them on the main street." Al Bramstedt, Don McCune and Dr.

H. G. Hughes were "sentenced" original 4th Infantry officers has rotated. Captain Bernie H. Griffin, commanding officer oi' the 59th Engineer construction company, has rotated to the States after a four year plus tour with the Fourth.

few being found very guilty. Judge Gilbert commented, after the trial, that be had never seen anybody as guilty as they were, and they should have swung for the crime. convention and appoint an ll-manfr divisional committee to recommend appointees to the various positions. However this committee headed by Larry Meath of Fairbanks, has made no commitments. Meath said today, "We are not making any recommendations at this time.

We are waiting until the other divisions get organized so we can all work together. The committee hold a meeting They were sentenced to buy muson is soon and it is likely that we will want to confer with our territorial legislators." Creates Boom A group of Anchorage businessmen created a small boom and big stir in backing Walter J. Hickel, Anchorage contractor, for the governorship. Ketchikan is reported to be backing Lester 0. Gore, attorney and salmon industry operator.

However -B. Frank Heintzleman, regional forester, is known to have the support of many Ketchikan civic leaders. Elmer Rasmuson's name was injected into the picture in a story in last night's Anchorage News. Rasan Anchorage banker Senator Sure Taft Wants Leadership WASHINGTON, Dec. Scnator Dirksen (R-I11.) said today he is "quite certain that Sen.

Taft would like to be majority leader of Ktds Treated at Christmas Parties Held by Lions, VFW Christmas party season is in full swing, with many local groups sponsoring programs for children. Last Sunday, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Lions club, the all but dispelling any both staged children's parties. lingering doubt wants the post. that the Ohioan I The Lions club party was held at the hall, and about 150 Tnft himself has said only he is them cream and cake served. Santa available for the floor leadership, but Dirksen made plain in in-j was Lou Joy with a red terview that he had been in touch suit and proper beard, made with Taft and was expressing more appearance Carnival Association Already Mapping Plans for Big Event tickets to a Lions club raffle.

Meanwhile, the Lion was still i hanging today. Apparently it is up I to the Lions club to retrieve the "paper" boast, that symbolizes prowess of that powerful organization here in Fairbanks. Dcnali P-TA A Christmas program will (Continued on 8) be The Fairbanks Carnival Association has reorganized and started plans for the 1953 Winter Carnival during recent meetings of mem- bexs of the Fairbanks Junior Chamber Commerce, according to an announcement made by the JC's today. New officers have been elected for a nine man board of directors that will manage the Carnival affairs. The new officers are: Carl Hobbs, president; James Messer, vice president; Gene Wilson, secretary; Joel Buffington, treasurer; and Paul Ely, Gene LaMonde, Lloyd Booth.

Joe Gold, and Art Smith, directors. Joe Gold and Carl Hobbs were elected to the finance committee. Name Committees Hobbs appointed the following operational committee chairman for this year's carnival: Jack Mc- Brayne, Queen contest; Art Smith, USO-YMCA events; Lloyd Booth and Paul Ely, ticket sales; Al R. Beaslcy, souvenir program, and advertising and publicity. Other committees will be appointed at the next meeting of the Carnival Cardinal Spellman Flying to Korea association.

The Carnival 'association meet at the regular meetings of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. The Jaycees meet- every Monday evening, at 7 p. in the banquet room of the Model All persons interested in the carnival, or who would like to assist the Carnival association in any way. are urged to attend these meetings. Purchase Car A 1953 Plymouth Belviderc has been purchased for the Grand Carnival award, and will be placed on display at the Standard Garage.

Second and Noble, after the first of the year. A Carnival headquarters will also be maintained in the showroom of the Standard Garage, with Mrs. Janet Cowgill in charge. A well rounded program is being planned for this year's Carnival. The Queen contest, fashion show, coronation ball, hockey games, curling, skiing and other traditional carnival events will be held, as well as newer additions to the Carnival schedule.

NEW YORK, Dec. 18; wi i Francis Cardinal Spellman left by plane today to spend Christmas day with -American troops in Ko- 23. He said he would say three Christmas day masses for the and a friend of many top flight Republicans including Gov. Thomas E. Dewey.

Another Candidate Kodiak GOP precinct got gear and came up with a resolution backing Heintzleman and former representative Fred Crawford of Michigan. Walter B. Heisel of Juneau was recommended to be the next collector of customs for-the Alaska district. Three members of the Fourth divisional committee, Meath, John Brennan and Phil Anderson went to Anchorage Monday, where they urged that the Third division Republicans take action similar to that at Fairbanks last Saturday. than just personal impression.

Dirksen is one of Taft's closest associates. Sen. Carlson who was one of President-elect Eisenhower's closest campaign advisers, said on Tuesday he assumed Taft would be floor leader if he wanted to be and added he personally would be for him. Carlson made the comment after talking with Eisenhower in 'New York. took care of arrangements, with J.

Ellsworth McCarthy as chair- The Reverend Robert Johnson said "Our Prayers have been answered" when ten members of the 3rd Battalion, 4th Infantry volunteered their services to rush the completion of the new dormitory for the- orphans of the Maranatha Children's home recently. The Home, located near the Steel Creek Road site, is one of two local homes for orphans. After work was stopped earlier, this fall and little hope for its completion by Christmas, this to the attention of Maj. George W. Eason.

executive officer of the 3rd Battalion who asked for volunteers from the battalion. As a result ten soldiers volunteered their services as carpenters, electricians and plumbers. After hours of hartl work the dormitory was ready for its occupants. With the completion of the dormitory. 15 children will have a live street with kids.

Movies were shown, and ice cream and cookies were presented. Santa Ciaus, who was Con Miller in disguise, appeared, to loud shouts of joy from the children. The youngsters almost mobbed the old boy. Santa passed out stockings filled with candy. nail on boutn gf william Ham being, Cnl.

British Clergyman Defies Reds at World Peace Meet troops. He told reporters: president-elect Dwight Eisenhower messages oi love )hei A ask pnvf rnor of American Senator Dan Lharnon accompanied them. Lhamon had previously wired bear the love of the American people to their sons in Korea. hold the governor appointment until Alaskan Repub- (Continued' on page 8) VIENNA, Doc. 13.

British clergyman today defied Communist domination of the world peace congress in Vienna and the Soviet Union for several of its pi'ese-nt-day 'international policies. to foster friendly relations between Germany and Russia." 3. "My Christian conception of the sacredness of human life revolts against the savage sentences imposed on political offenders in Sfc. Fred A. Graub, Cpl.

Franklin W. King, Cpl. Howard C. FelveJ, Pfc Robert C. Choatc, Pvt.

Laverne C. Hamonn, Pfc. Archie L. Parker, Cpl. Herbert Gudal, Pfc.

Sylvester Lipza, Pfc. Don Belder- beck, Pfc. Kermit W. Oldfield, Pfc. Clyde Zeipz and Pvt.

Mario Orrino go the ever warming thanks for a needed job well-done. Meanwhile, Fairbanksans are raising a fund to provide new quarters for the Fairbanks Children's home in town. Canon Harmon a vicar of any country. A more peaceful ap-. SwSn, wmshire descrfbingjProach to political and racia mm- himself as a Christian pacifist, told onlies would the congress he wished to refer to and bring about leconcili several methods "causing great dis-1 ation.

6 SHOPPING DAYS CHRISTMAS! quiet among a large section of public opinion in the West." Pie said they Lists Complaints 1. "The cavalier dismissal by Mr. Vishinsky of the Indian proposals for a truce in Korea has caused bewilderment and a sense of hopelessness. Would it be possible for this congress to urge certain concessions on these crucial issues in order to bring this frightful war to an end?" 2. "The retention of German prisoners taken in the second I World War.

This is not calculated OP 6 4. Canon Harman's attack on Soviet policies was the most bitter heard during the five-day congress. So far only three other persons among scores of speakers have in any way criticized Russian or Communist policy. Their criticism was mild in comparison with that of Harmon. He told newsmen he had been sent to -the congress by various peace groups in his area of.

England, and that he came with open mind, but "I am not identifying myself completely with the ougbta winter socks to some little kid to put up by the fireplace. That kid would get everything Santa's jtrot. They'll find Saint Nick and all his toys- laid out on the floor iu the morn- 0 rldcouncirof peace," he said. in.