North Korea air strikes and Han River tank advance
North Korea faced intensified air attacks as U S planes targeted air bases and facilities south of Pyongyang while tanks crossed the Han River line. General Almond said operations aimed to neutralize enemy bases, not widen the war, with plans for further air strikes north of the 38th parallel.
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MacArthur Returns From Bold Battle Front Visit
General Douglas MacArthur arrives at Suwon near Seoul after a dramatic flight to the Korean front. A North Korean fighter attacked his unarmed transport but was driven off by a twin fusetion Mustang. Four Russian-made planes bombed Suwon as MacArthur conferred with officers and met with President Syngman Rhee and US Ambassador John Muccio, narrowly escaping a fighter.
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Mrs Brydson Dies Suddenly at 80 in Austin
Mrs J J Brydson widow of Brydson Lumber founder died Thursday at 6 p m at her daughter Mrs W E Berkley’s home in Austin. She was 80 and a long time resident. Funeral Saturday 10 a m Weed Corley Funeral Home officiated by Dr Sam L Joekel. Burial Oakwood Cemetery. Survivors include daughter Mrs A R MecTeen sister Mrs J A Greathouse and brother M P Robinson of Montclair New Jersey.
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Wreath laid at Soviet War Memorial in Berlin
Three wreath bearers solemnly laid a wreath on the Soviet War memorial in Berlin and departed while guards relaxed their scrutiny. A later card read To victims of Soviet Concentration Camps.
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Berlin
House Votes Slash In Excise Tax Levy
The House approved a tax bill cutting excise levies by 1.01 billion dollars and adding 433 million to corporate taxes, with a party split failing to separate the measures. Senate action looms on foreign aid and arms support, including dispute over Korea aid.
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Suspect Indicted In Guthrie Death
Anita Pearl Wheeler a 21 year old Dallas woman charged with murder in the slaying of 36 year old T R Guthrie was indicted for murder by a 126th District Court grand jury. Guthrie s body was found June 15 at his Manchacha Road residence. The case also involved Helen Goodrow 17 charged with murder and one other burglary and theft indictments were returned.
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Reds Propaganda Drive Intensifies Across Germany
In Berlin and the broader zone, Communists mounted a large scale propaganda push to rally support for Red Korea. Moscow inspired editorials speeches and resolutions claim Germany’s peace hinges on victory over Truman’s aggression in the Far East. Harbor workers in Hamburg were asked to fight for peace on Soviet terms while East Berlin held an open air rally condemning American provocation with West Berlin opponents planning a counter rally by the International Congress for Cultural Freedom.
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Senate OKs draft bill for 70 Air Force groups
The Senate approved a nonfunding authorizing bill creating a basis for planning a 70 group Air Force. It sets manpower caps for the Air Force and Army and allows development of guided missiles. The measure, backed by Sen. Chapman, moves to the House.
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Seven Year Old Austin Lad Admitted For Polio
Robert Abeita seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Pete Abeita of 2605 Gonzales Street was admitted to Brackenridge Hospital Thursday as polio patient. The boy is listed in fair condition.
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Truman Sees Korea Victory Over Bandits
President Truman voiced strong confidence that South Korea will remain free as a UN police action continues and denounced the North Korean invasion as a bandit attack. He refused to say if US ground troops or the atomic bomb might be used, stressing the UN alliance and ongoing support. Secretary Acheson called the invasion a direct UN challenge and urged vigor from free nations.
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Soviet note eases Korea tension but leaves watch on Russia
Washington reports that Moscow’s moderately worded note on Korea temporarily lowers danger of a big power clash. Officials see no present plan to back North Korea but warn Russia may still influence the war indirectly. US intelligence will monitor for any indirect support or restraint efforts.
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Russians Blame Start of War On Americans and South Korea
London dispatch reports Russia rejected a U S request to pressure North Korea to halt the invasion of the South. Moscow blamed South Korea and its supporters for the war, citing non interference and noting Russia had withdrawn troops from the north. The U S note pressed Moscow to intervene. Tass alleged American bombings on Pyongyang.
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Mercury Hits 98 To Set New Yearly High
A cool front moved into Austin Thursday afternoon dropping temperatures 11 degrees in under an hour but too late to prevent a new high of 98 degrees for the year. The weatherman said 100 would have been reached without the cool air. Temperatures were expected to fall to the low 90s Friday and Saturday with partly cloudy skies after light sprinkles Thursday night.
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Weather Bureau
Reds to Cut Off Power in Berlin
In Berlin, Soviet authorities warned they will cut electric power to the western sectors starting Friday. West Berlin Mayor Ernst Reuter said normal activity would not be disrupted, while the move is linked to the Korean War and echoes the 1948 blockade. The incident follows a Communist rally in the Russian sector with East German foreign minister Georg Dertinger accusing the United States.
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UN backs force against Reds in Korea amid protest over legality
The United Nations pressed ahead with plans for armed aid to South Korea despite Russian objections, with North Korea denouncing the UN note as illegal. India shifted to support the Security Council decision, while Egypt signaled a Friday verdict on backing it. Secretary General Trygve Lie postponed Europe travel as a council meeting reviews the crisis.
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