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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1952
Page
4
Foreign analyst Phil Newsome describes Korean War jet pilots as performing dangerous close air support missions. He notes takeoffs in narrow valleys, high risk recovery, and losses to ground fire. Pilots fly Shooting Stars Thunderjets and Mustangs, often under anti-aircraft fire and possible radar-guided guns manned by Russians.
California veterans who homesteaded on 80,000 acres of dried Tule Lake have produced about 27 million in potatoes and barley over five years. The land, drained by the Bureau of Reclamation, was sold to veterans via lottery and shows strong yields in Kla math potatoes and alfalfa. Plans exist to open more land nearby. the ostrich speed fact appears as unrelated aside.
Governor Shivers will headline a recognition luncheon at North Texas State College as facilities valued at 8.58 million dollars are dedicated. Installation ceremonies for J. G. Matthews begin at 10 am with fire buildings dedication at 2 pm. Other speakers include Dr James G. Ulmer and Ban 11. Wooton. Approx 802 guests are expected.
Los Angeles reports Betty Ro Helger, 24, former fashion model, seeks divorce from famed ice hockey player Fred Helger. She says his heart was cold as ice and cites alleged neglect and interference with her care, while a lawyer describes alleged marital strain and aid to his career.
Washington reports President Truman will appoint a special commission to study airplane crashes and crash causes. Lieutenant General James H. Dashside, former World War II air hero and Shell Oil executive, will head the panel to examine civil and military landing safety and develop procedures.
The article notes a holiday observance in Laredo celebrating the 2902nd birthday of the first United States president with Governor Allan Shivers and five southern governors in attendance. A formal ceremony included a silent tribute and a hand gesture at a Brand hall, with an award presented to Frank Huntress for contributions to South Texas development.
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