Two Hurt by Fall from Hill Hall Roof at UT Pep Rally
A large roof stone fell from Hill Hall during a UT pep rally injuring Rex Mounger visiting from the University of Houston and Gerald Scallorn UT athlete. Mounger suffered brain concussions and was hospitalized at Brackenridge while Scallorn received bruises. The incident occurred as about 3,000 students watched.
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University of Houston
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Korean War Casualties Total 27,610 With Details
The cumulative American casualties in Korea stood at 27,610 with 4,403 dead and 18,879 non fatal wounds. 4,330 were reported missing. two of the missing later died after capture. 450 missing returned to UN control, 10 were captured. Army suffered 23,987. Marines 3,142. Navy 264. Air Force 197.
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Red Candles Defeat Jinx On Longhorn Grid Iron
In 1941 Texas fans burned red candles to break a jinx against Texas A&M at Kyle Field. UT won 23 to 0, ending a streak and fueling belief in the Red Candles as a superstition. The ritual spread on campus and endured for years. Now a new jinx at the 1948 season prompts renewed Red Candles burnings.
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Harris Trial Jury Locked Up for Night
A jury deliberating H. C. Harris murder case at San Saba was locked in at 11 p m after hearing closing statements. Harris pleaded innocent by reason of insanity for the fatal shooting of Ray Burnett at Mason on March 31. Burnett's widow wept as State's Attorney Robert E. Lee outlined the state's case. Three doctors testified Harris was sane.
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UT SMU showdown sparks grid frenzy for 36 000 fans
University of Texas and Southern Methodist University clash in a high stakes football game drawing an estimated 36 000 visitors. The piece notes a grid crazy atmosphere and page references for further detail. Additionally central Texas Hereford breeders organize to register area breeders for an association. Bud McFahin explains he came to UT for the superior crub, calling the Forty Acres a strong pull.
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Population Rise Elevates Texas to Third in Census
US Census figures show the nation at 150,697,361 with Texas reaching 7,711,194, up 1,296,370 since 1940. California and New York remain ahead, while Texas gains a new House seat alongside six other states. Pennsylvania loses three seats.
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James W. Stroud
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Texas Farmers Income Drops as Prices Slide
Texas farmers saw income fall over one percent mid October from September, the first drop since December. Cotton and hog prices tumbled while dairy and poultry edged higher, with East Produce Company cutting Austin fryer prices and producers facing a flood of fryer chickens.
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Three Others Held In Conspiracy In President Truman Plot
Federal police tightened security around President Truman after the attempted assassination. Subpoenas were issued to three Puerto Rican Nationalists in New York as police arrested suspects and 400 Nationalists surrendered in Jayuya and other towns, while Mrs Torresola vanished with her baby as FBI searched for her.
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Reds Strike Back Near Yalu and Unsan Fronts
US 24th Division pushed near Chongko dong within 15 miles of the Yalu River before falling back under heavy east flank pressure. A North Korean, Chinese tank aided assault encircled about 1,000 First Cavalry troops at Unsan. Americans moved toward Hamhung area while South Koreans counterattacked near Chosin Reservoir and advanced north of Kilchu.
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UN Units Retreat 50 Miles in Enemy Drive
North Korean forces reached within 47 miles of Pyongyang in a major pre-dawn assault. Chinese and Korean Communist troops pushed back American spearheads as far as 50 miles, with heavy losses to US First Cavalry and South Korean divisions. The action shifted to Unsan and Kunuri as UN forces withdrew to river lines.
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Army Air Force May Use Atomic Tactical Weapons
Washington reports that a Defense Department briefing indicates future battlefields could see atomic weapons launched by both the Army and the Air Force in support roles. The six month to June 30 study discusses hydrogen bombs and other advances while noting Korea's ongoing conflict.
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Porter Testimony Ties Reno To Meeting Before Vallone Killing
Porter Leon Collins testified in 53rd District Court that accordionist Peter Reno had an agreement to meet Vincent Vallone the night the Houston club owner was killed. Angelico backed Reno leaving town after Vallone death and denied lending a shotgun.
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Absentee Ballot Turnout Low in City School Election
Absentee voting closed Thursday for Mondays big city and public school election. Only 33 ballots were cast, but the city clerk notes the small number does not reflect overall turnout, citing few residents being away from the city this season.
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Carruth outlines $12.2 million Austin school building plan
City School Superintendent Irby Carruth reveals a $12,225,650 building program tied to Austin’s $20 million city and school bond issue. The plan targets five years, with $10 million contingent on the election and $2.23 million from unsold 1946 bonds, including new elementary, high, and junior high schools, sites, and renovations across East North and central Austin.
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