Army Loses 23 Men and Police 42 Killed
A fragment reports casualties with 23 soldiers killed and 42 policemen killed. No further context or details are provided in the readable text.
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1951
Page
5
A fragment reports casualties with 23 soldiers killed and 42 policemen killed. No further context or details are provided in the readable text.
The document notes that civilian totals were not provided for April but does not give a full breakdown. It states an announcement was made without listing specific figures or names.
Admiral Forrest Sherman told reporters that neither the Chinese Reds nor the Nationalists could launch a successful invasion across the Formosa straits at this time. He cited the U S seventh fleet guarding Formosa and declined to discuss the Korean cease-fire proposal. He noted a strengthened navy and avoided commenting on Soviet cease-fire talks.
James D. Childers, 23, former county sheriff's office employee, faces embezzlement charges totaling $5 680.34. He testified in common pleas court that most funds were spent on gifts such as furs and whisky blaming his ex wife for extravagance and poor household budgeting. He said he intended to repay the money. his stepfather Clarence Childers repaid some after his May 3 arrest. The case was expected to go to the jury.
Five dust-covered GIs rest in the shade of a Sherman tank parked on a dirt road above the Imjim river. The crew keeps watch as infantry probes Chinese positions across the river while plans to return home are on their minds. Pfc. Robert Weis, from Rollingstone Minnesota, notes he joined two months ago and looks forward to his first homecoming.
In a candid exchange the crew members discuss life after the army. Sgt James Ward jokes about a long trip from California to New York while Pvt Jack Love, newly drafted, recalls being in their current unit only a week and focusing on the near term.
The British war against Communist terrorism in Malaya saw its best month in April with 107 terrorists killed, 19 surrendered, 55 wounded, and five suspects captured. Sixty-two food dumps were found as operations continued.
Dogs over 90 days must be licensed by July 1 1951 at the City Recorder Office. J H Weiland City Recorder announces tag sale dates June 28 29 30.
National firm seeks a competent manager with a car for a Minnesota distribution outlet stocking major candy brands. No selling. training provided. Part time home work after hours up to 250 dollars monthly, with rapid scale to full time and potential ten thousand plus yearly income. Requires one thousand dollars secured. Send references and phone for interview to E-22 Box 327 Austin Minn Adv.
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