Truman proposes 24 month draft and wide mobilization plan
President Truman signals longer draft term from 21 to 24 months and possible induction of all 18 year olds. A 4 million man force by mid 1952 is envisioned. Rep. Vinson plans to address amendments to the selective service act in January. Senate's Russell favors universal military service over training as the path to larger armed forces.
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D.-Ga
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Peace on earth and last-minute Christmas shoppers
A Christmas message notes gratitude despite war fears and urges charity through 17 local organizations aided by welfare and Salvation Army. It humorously observes the last-minute shopper, male or female, racing to finish gifts before December 25, urging sympathy for delays and urging readers to complete their shopping by December 22. The Austin Herald staff extends Merry Christmas.
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Times Have Changed Kiddies Still Thrill at Christmas Tree
A reflective piece recalls Christmas trees as a symbol of holiday joy amid cold sidewalks and urban crowds. Parents and grandparents remember sleigh rides and cutting trees, while children today feel the same rush of happiness as snow crunches underfoot. The article notes time changes yet lasting memories brighten young hearts.
Christmas Faith Versus Communist War Threats
A Christmas sermon warns that the Korean War era tests Christian faith with a world ruled by godless communism. The speaker urges steadfast love for neighbor, freedom of thought, and ongoing effort to preserve Christianity as the spiritual core of humanity despite global pressures.
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Russia
Christ
Draft Chairman Vinson of House Armed Services Committee
Draft Chairman Vinson of Georgia's House Armed Services Committee expressed on record that the President faces decisions on military policy and staffing as legislative action looms. The remark signals high level scrutiny of defense planning amid ongoing debate in Congress.
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Vinson
D.-Ga
House Armed Services Committee
Unbecoming of a Swede Skoglund Deported to Sweden
The Minneapolis Tribune reports Carl Skoglund a former head of the AFL General Drivers union to be deported to Sweden. Once expelled from the Communist party he helped form the Trotzkyist Socialist Workers party and remained a controversial figure among Swedish Americans.
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AFL General Drivers Union
Sweden
Minneapolis Tribune
Skoglund
Communist Party
Millers column argues against alcohol at office Christmas parties
Cincinnati Enquirer columnist Mildred Miller urges rethinking festive office gatherings. She notes risks to work and home life and suggests alternatives such as cash gifts or charity contributions like the Fifty Needy Families Fund. She recommends letting employees vote on party plans rather than assuming alcohol-driven celebrations are required.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Mildred Miller
Enquirer Fifty Needy Families Fund
Christmas Spirit Against Life’s Hard Edges
George E. Sokols ky reflects on Christmas as a resilient mercy amid life’s troubles. He argues miracles are daily events and that each new generation brings renewal, recalling ancient Rome’s clash with Jewish faith and the enduring hope of children.
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Jehovah
Christmas and Rome a Tale of Faith and Decline
A 1950 King Features tract reflects on Christmas as a universal worship turning away from Rome’s power. It contrasts Christ’s humble teachings with Rome’s fading might, cites Cicero on natural law, and quotes Romans about idolatry. The piece ends with wishes for a holy Christmas.
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Rome
King Features
Iron Age ruins found in Cyprus 3200 years old
Archaeologists from the Ashmolean Museum and the University of Sydney uncover an Iron Age settlement in Cyprus dating about 3200 years. Indications of late and middle Bronze Age dwellings lie beneath the site.
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Cyprus
Mediterranean
Ashmolean Museum
Oxford
University of Sydney
Australia
Shipworm Causes 21 Million in Damage in San Francisco Bay
A mollusk known as shipworm caused about 21 million dollars in damage in the San Francisco Bay area over a two year period, according to coastal marine reports. Multiple structures and underwater timber faced costly deterioration as authorities investigated the ongoing impact.
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State Crossword Clues Feature Distinct Regional Terms
The clue set lists terms across political, geographic, and linguistic themes. It includes references to a southwestern state, its official flower, foreign language equivalents, and various crossword style hints such as roman garment Gaelic and Tellurium symbol.
Clue List From Puzzle Page Hints and Answers
A compact puzzle entry lists clues and answers titled vertical and across with terms such as Unaffected direction ab and several numbered hints. It appears as a crossword style grid fragment referencing words like Lyric poem Purify and Auricle among others.
Crosby Christmas Like Any Other at Crosby Home
Bing Crosby describes a traditional California Christmas with family on the Monterey Peninsula as he works on Here Comes the Groom. The day includes caroling, Catholic services, a big breakfast, gift exchanges, family calls, turkey dinner, and a final song session. Bing notes his father died this year.
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Christmas Highlights From A Decade Ago
Ten years ago prizes were announced for the annual home lighting contest by the Chamber of Commerce. Baskets to aid needy families were distributed by city groups. Weather was mild with 48 degrees as a holiday gift to Austin. Mr and Mrs R C Alderson traveled to Owatonna for Christmas. The Elks hosted a Christmas party for 1450 city children at the Park theater. Carlisle Donovan, back from a Florida stay, headed to Cuba for the holidays.
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Marine Will Take Ike's Place in Rose Parade
Marine corporal Robert S. Gray 21 a Korean war veteran twice wounded will replace Gen. Eisenhower as Pasadena Rose Parade grand marshal. Gray recuperates at Camp Pendleton hospital with arm in a sling and bullet fragments to be removed after Christmas.
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Temple City
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Rates by region for mail delivery from Austin area
Delivery terms show two zones for mail within and beyond 150 miles of Austin. Rates listed include weekly and multi month options with prepaid payments, detailing costs for each period.
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Austin
Cory
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Moving notice and Herald distribution points listed
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