Russians Explode Second Atomic Bomb In 1950s Update
The White House confirmed a second Russian atomic blast, asserting the Soviet Union continues developing weapons. British sources estimate a stockpile of about 50 bombs, aided by spies like Fuchs and Pontecorvo. Civil defense urges civilian ID tags with name, address, blood type, religion, and emergency contact.
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Americans Hold Defense Bonds Steadily Amid Drive
Treasury reports peak defense bonds outstanding reached 34.5669 billion dollars on October 1, highest since June 1950. Bond drive begun September 3 runs to October 27. payroll deduction buyers reach 6.2 million. Cashing down, fewer bonds redeemed last month, 520 million matured, 132.6513 million cashed. First issue May 1941. mature bond incentive offered to keep interest. 18.75 dollar bond grows to 33.33 if held 20 years.
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Cleaner Air Week and Farm Scrap Drive Announced
The nation will observe Cleaner Air Week from October 12 to 18 with a push for smoke and pollution control. Governors and mayors will proclaim the week, urging public cooperation and posters in community spaces. Farmers are urged to join a scrap iron drive October 15 to November 15 to conserve metals and reduce new material demand.
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Farm Scrap Harvest Urged To Aid Machinery Supply And Safety
Agriculture department officials urge farmers and local dealers to harvest and sell scrap iron and steel. Collecting scrap on farms provides extra income, keeps farms neat, improves safety by removing baling wire and metal, and helps supply raw materials for farm machinery amid nationwide defense efforts.
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Community Chest Launches Double Drive Across 1500 Communities
President Truman opened the fall Community Chest drive urging large contributions as hundreds of towns participate in a nationwide campaign. The effort aims to raise about 250 million dollars across 1,500 communities in coming weeks.
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United Defense Fund Ties to Community Chest Drive
SERN notes a double role linking the United Defense Fund with the Community Chest campaign. Formed in 1950 the UDF aims to raise funds for armed forces relief through USO and related groups, with most money directed to USC and local chest areas. Also highlights National Apple Week urging households to buy apples for savings and seasonal recipes.
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Weather trims 360000 bales off cotton crop
The Department of Agriculture reported last week that dry weather and high temperatures in September trimmed 360,000 bales from this year’s cotton crop, leaving production at 16,931,000 bales, the fourth largest on record. The crop will meet US needs.
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