Modern Arms Grow Slow to Meet U S Defense Push
President Truman seeks 10 billion dollars for defense, but experts note mass production of planes and other weapons will take years. Navy overtime may speed shipyards and carrier modernization. the Army’s 3.5 inch rocket launcher gains urgency amid Korea tests. Complex weapons cannot be bought off shelves. B-36 program dates and tank production also reflect long development timelines.
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Floydada Soldier Missing Among 79 in Korean War Lists
Defense Department released two casualty lists showing three killed in action, one dead of wounds, 49 wounded, 17 injured and 79 missing. Among the missing is Cpl. Omar L. Anderson of Floydada Texas, with others including Pvt. Earl N. Colbey of Leary and Pfc. Jessie L. Sizemore of Wicha Falls.
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Rotarians Hear Tax Talk by Local Expert
Morris Loewenstern, president of the Texas Association of Real Estate Boards, told Am arillo Rotary Club members that local taxes give more value per dollar than state or federal taxes. He traced taxation from ancient times and compared municipal tribute to empire taxation. The talk was arranged by program chairman Bob Rogers. Special guests included wedding anniversary celebrants directed by ex president Henry Buthker. New member George Ausbach was introduced by R. J. Mills. Vice President George Grimm presided in Dean's absence.
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Hereford Lieutenant Hartman reported missing in action
Lt. Roger W. Hartman 25 formerly of Hereford is missing in Korea since July 5, Defense Department notice to his wife Mrs. Hartman Santa Fe confirms. A World War II prisoner of war and Texas A&M graduate, Hartman left for overseas duty a month ago from Fort Sill Ohio. he leaves two young children and is survived by brothers Jiggs Elwy and sisters in Hereford and Friona.
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Counterfeit Money Fails His Wife Then Smiles
Memphis Tennessee Austin Sutterfield, a Secret Service agent, tracked counterfeit money a second time and joked it broke his wife of pilfering pockets. He traced the coins to his wife who had borrowed fake money from a raid without realizing it.
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Weather observations report for yesterday ending 6:30 PM
US Weather Bureau observations record yesterday's precipitation and the minimum and maximum temperatures for the period ending at 6:30 PM. Details include measured rainfall totals and the range of temperatures observed across the day.
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Precinct 4 Potter County Political Ad Urges Vote
A paid political advertisement from Precinct 4 in Potter County requests residents to vote and influence outcomes. The message emphasizes civic engagement and campaigning without detailing candidates or issues.
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Calvert Seeks Texas Supreme Court Place 2 Seat
Robert W. Calvert of Hill County seeks the Associate Justice post on the Texas Supreme Court Place 2. A former House member and Speaker, Hill County Attorney, and former Chairman of the State Democratic Executive Committee, his supporters urge a vote for his candidacy.
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