Americans Lose Hamhung As Chinese Capture Northeast Korea City
Chinese forces seized Hamhung in Northeast Korea, forcing American units to withdraw from the port area near Hungnam. Combat continued around the evacuation beachhead as U S troops abandoned the city after destroying bridges and retreating under heavy pressure. Far East Air Force jets attacked enemy columns, while U S divisions on both fronts faced ongoing assaults with heavy casualties and intensified Chinese-North Korean activity along the Yalu and near Seoul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OKYO
U.P
Harohung
Korea
Hungnam
Hamhung
10Th Corps
Third Division
Hamgig
Gen- H Soule
Seoul
Far East Air Force
Yalu River
Fifth Corps
Hung‘nem
Sea of Japan
Christmas decoration contest extended in Baytown
Local schools announce holiday recess from December to January while a Christmas decoration contest deadline is extended to 2pm. The event draws entries from residents and businesses with proceeds to Goodwill. Also noted are funeral plans, a beer warehouse tally, and national news on war readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fadline
Wfonday
B. H. Day
Datenay End Pranke
Aggie Coach Beaten Outside Shamrock Hotel in Houston
Houston Press reports Texas A&M coach Harry Stusler was assaulted in front of the Shamrock Hotel as he headed to a Houston Aggie Club banquet. The attacker fled. Stusler did not recognize the assailant and could not explain motive. Police were not notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Icpi
Houston Press
Harry Stusler
Texas 4
Ai Aggies
Shamrock Hotel
Houston Aggie Club
Nevisaber
Attec
Aggie
Emerald Room
Stiteler
Dallas
Potice
Town Sailaway and Chuck Ma He Evening Visit
Fragmented notes describe a visit with friends from Azzieland and mentions of residents Lydia Bo and Mrs Prink, a sab action, and local names like Restie Baye near Whiting Indiana. It hints at a Christmas shop scene in Houston and a wedding or party at a pond, with scattered references to a refinery and a stray dog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sailaway
Chuck
Bob Fom Azzieland
Lee
Ra Conway
Restie
Michael
Eli
Houston
Shere Stadium
MacArthur Defended For Averting War In Editorial
The Hong Kong Standard editorial argues MacArthur’s advice could have prevented wars by confronting Communism early. It asserts democracies misjudged Chinese Reds as reformers and Tito-like reformers, blaming others for the Korea setback while noting MacArthur fights to avert greater conflict at age 72.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guage
Hong Kong Standard
Mac
Korea
Standard
MacArthur
Marshal Tito
MacArthure
Far East
College Registration Starts Veterans Warned To Sign Up Early
Registration for the semester begins January 25 as veterans are urged to enroll early. Dean Walker Rundell notes this may be their last chance under GI Bill benefits. those not enrolled next term may lose rights, while in-school veterans may continue benefits until July 25, 1956, or until benefits are exhausted, provided they attend each fall and spring term. Office hours run 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays, with a break from December 22 to January, and January 24 is the final registration day ahead of classes starting January 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker Rundell
Tee College
Red Star Decorations Cease Fuss In San Diego
The San Diego Chamber of Commerce halted the display of red Christmas stars on lam HL Standley due to their resemblance to the Red Russia emblem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Diego, Call
Chamber of Commerce
San Diego
House Committee Folds: Inquiry into VA Schools
The committee wrapped up hearing on VA school operations amid corruption claims. Witnesses including Glen Teague and Nat Huggins alleged widespread issues with GI school financing, sales of surplus items, and loans to VA employees, with Tex as a focal point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Representa
Glen Teague
D. Teas
Congress
Teague
Texas
Smndioves
Watchdog
John W iIson Crawford
San Antonio
Nat PL “Huggins
Tyler
Louisiana
W.B. Watson
Jack E. Duke
Fort Worth
Wilson to Lead Office of Defense Mobilization
President Truman creates an Office of Defense Mobilization with Charles E. Wilson at the helm. The former General Electric president becomes the second most powerful figure in the executive branch, reporting to the President as needed and directing federal agencies to implement mobilization programs and policy decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Truman
Office of Defense Mobilization
Charles E. Wilson
General Electric Company
Mobilization
Eace
Wilson
MBA Chief to Hospital Dr M A Jones Heads Baytown
Dr M A Jones chief of staff of the Mutual Benefits Association will begin private duties at Baytown Hospital after papers show he acquired a one fourth stake. He came to Baytown five years ago after Army service ending as colonel. Jones earlier practiced in Hempstead for 18 years and graduated UT Medical School in 1922.
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M.A. Jones
Mutual Benefits Association
Baytown Hospital
C. A. Langford
Jones
Hempstead
University of Texas Medical School
la Porte
Lion O Dimes Charity Drive Aims 1800 Goal
Baytown Lions Club announces the Lion O Dimes charity drive with a $1800 goal to fund eyeglasses for children eye operations and hospital equipment. The booth will be in front of First National Bank Monday through next Saturday if needed. The board says 1900 is enough for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baytown Lions Club
Lion O
First National_ Bank
Darrell Tuck
Don Allen
Dlions
San ‘Jacinto “Memorial Hospital
Baytown
W. H. Bridges
Lions
Lions Club
Cedar Bayou High School
Austin
Bot Lee
Noel Chablin
Taylor and Stanwyck Decide to Divorce
Barbara Stanwyck and William Taylor reach a separation agreement ending in divorce. The couple, long married in Hollywood, pursue distinct paths as legal proceedings begin in Los Angeles.
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Taylor, Stanwyck
Bulls Achieve Christmas Tie Amid Jumbled Verse
A distorted poem fragment from 1950 appears to describe a Christmas tie and an after noon nap. The text references Bulls, a loud phrase, and a private action to remove and hide the tie. Copyright 1950 and a Tac All rights line accompany the snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olin Bulls
Thei
Guld Enterprises
Tac
Delinquent Taxes Lowest In History In Baytown
Baytown’s delinquent taxes drop to the lowest level since consolidation of the Tri-Cities. City Manager C. D. Middleton reported a total of 56 01225 dollars on the delinquent tax list, with 5 126.35 dollars delinquent in personal property taxes and a smaller amount in real property taxes. The real property list dates back to 1920 and the personal list to 1947, Tax Assessor-Collector A. V. Bath noted the city’s tax collection.
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Baytown
Tri-Cities
C. D. Middleton
A .V. Bath
Truman declares national emergency to mobilize war effort
President Truman orders expansion of the armed forces to 3.5 million, imposes price controls, and speeds defense production. He names Charles B. Wilson to head the Office of Defense Mobilization as two National Guard divisions are activated. He urges end to railroad strike, calls for higher taxes, and budget cuts amid urgent wartime plan.
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Washington
U.P
Truman
Russia
Foy
Charles B. Wilson
General Electric Company
Office of Defense Mobilization
Hove
Hermers
Mer Truman
Brotherhood of Railroad
Congress
Budget Bureau
Seq Nation-Geezs
Emergency Declared After Attack Reports
Emergency declaration issued following a morning alert. Report mentions casualties and ongoing danger with reference to enemy activity since late November. Provides no clear dates, locations, or identifiable groups beyond generic terms.
Here Are High Spots Of Truman's Speech
President Truman outlines national emergency actions and military production boosts. He warns against aggression, praises peace efforts, and singles out Soviet leadership, stressing readiness and decisive measures.
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Truman
Washington
Two More Guard Divisions Ordered into Active Service
The Army announces two additional National Guard divisions will be activated as part of President Truman's drive to boost forces to 3,500,000. The 43rd Division under Major General Alexander Paxton based in Greenville South Carolina will deploy to Camp Rucker near Ozark Alabama along with the Minneapolis commanded unit. No immediate plan to move Guard divisions from the continental United States is stated, though policy could change if more activations are needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
National Guard
Sanreginar
Bist
Alexander Co Paxton
Greenville
Mis
South Caroline
Minneapolis
Camp Rucker
Ozark
Alabama
Continental
United States
Sick Railroad Workers Strike Ends as Mediation Moves In
Striking railroad workers begin returning to work and rail connections resume after a three day paralysis. Federal mediators push to settle the wage and hours dispute as shipments resume and Christmas mail backlog eases. Government officials and unions say no final contract yet, with embargoed bulk mail affecting 15 states gradually lifting.
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Washington
Brotherhood of Asilroad
Chicago
St Louis
Boston
Ostiss
Truman
Goodfellow holiday bags packed by Baytown PTA
The Baytown Parent Teacher Association begins packing Christmas bags for Goodfellow Day at 3 a.m. Monday in the old Sears order office on West Texas Avenue. PTA units prepare bags with toys candy fruit and pastries while toys have mostly been bought. Delivery will occur Thursday and Friday by volunteers with pickups at Sears or the Goodfellow offices. donations are welcome via mail or drop off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodfellow Goodfellow
Tistmas
Sears
West Texas Avenue
Baytown
Parent-Teacher Association
PTA
Spyone
Goodfellow
Goodfelows
Sun
Fire Destroys Furniture Load on Market Street
Deputies report a hot load of furniture burst into flames yesterday as Marcelo Salazar hauled a truckload down Market Street. The blaze damaged the truck and nearby property. loss estimated at about $200. No injuries noted.
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Marcelo Salazar
Market ‘Street
M Brown
Paul Anderson Happer
Read the Gift Spotter Today in Brief
A fleeting note urges readers to pick up The Gift Spotter today. The message suggests quick, brisk crowd coverage and brief guidance for shoppers. The terse reminder emphasizes immediacy and public interest.
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