Atomic raids, ships sunk, and Japan strikes reported
Allied forces report a second atomic bomb attack on Nagasaki at noon. General Spaatz says results are good and no details until mission returns. MacArthur says raids continue with heavy damage to industries, airfields, and ships. Nimitz notes Northern Honshu and Wake targets hit as Russian entry into the war is noted.
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Attlee Hails Soviet Entry in War on Japan
Prime Minister Clement Attlee praised Moscow's declaration that the Soviet Union would join the war against Japan. He called it proof of Allied solidarity and predicted it would shorten the struggle with ground forces and limited air support.
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Potsdam Talks Outline Postwar Europe and Japan
The Potsdam conclusions highlighted Europe surveillance and peace treaty work, while touching on atomic options against Japan. President Truman refined his address, Molotov gave a jovial read of the declaration, and notes traced Russia’s warnings and mediation requests tied to Hirohito.
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Red Action Equal To Atomic Bomb Change Guam
Reports from Guam describe Russia's entry into the war as equally pivotal to end the Pacific conflict. Word reached Admiral Nimitz before dawn but no official comment was issued.
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Byrnes Says Time Short For Japan To Surrender
Secretary of State Byrnes warned Japan there is little time to save themselves from destruction as the Soviet entry into the war looms. He cited UN Charter provisions and Moscow declaration while noting Washington sought Russian consultation for joint action to enforce peace and security. The Navy prepared for new Pacific supply routes and a tighter blockade as Russia’s involvement reshapes operations.
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Yugoslav King Peter dismisses Tito regimen in proclamation
Youthful King Peter of Yugoslavia repudiated Premier Marshal Tito and accused him of dictating voters in the future constitution election. He proclaimed regents appointed to represent him failed to fulfill their oaths and withdrew the authority he had vested in them.
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World Trade Peace Seen
London experts forecast a decade of U S and Britain dominance in capital and consumer goods after the war. They expect strong demand ensuring ample trade for both nations, with Britain seeking fewer controls and the U S favoring broad reductions to boost free enterprise and living standards worldwide.
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Senator Wiley Quips On Hiroshima Bomb Impact
Washington August 8 Senator Wiley of Wisconsin commented on Russia entering the war with Japan noting The atomic bomb which hit Hiroshima also blew Joe off the fence. This remark reflects wartime satire on political figures and the use of a famous event to illustrate reaction.
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Stand Awaited On Army Power
Secretary of War Stimson may comment on whether Russia entering the Japanese war could prompt a smaller U S Army. The War Department says no immediate plan to cut from 8 3 million to 7 million by June 1 and will deploy troops as needed for any invasion. Draft calls for men 18 to 30 continue about 100 000 monthly.
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Weather Outlook For Amarillo And West Texas
Partly cloudy and warmer with little change Thursday into Thursday night. West Texas sees partly cloudy skies Thursday and Friday with a few isolated showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures ranged from the mid 60s to mid 80s with high 80s in places and sunrise at 7 02 a m and sunset at 8 42 p m.
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Destroyer Named for Claude Marine Hero Charles H. Roan
The USS Charles H. Roan destroyer will be launched late this year, named for Private Claude Marine Charles H. Roan who earned the Medal of Honor posthumously for shielding four buddies with his body at Peleliu on Sept. 12, 1944. His mother, Mrs. Lillabel Roan of Claude, was notified and plans to attend the launch in Orange.
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