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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1950
Page
1
The House approved a bill to cut excise taxes by 1.01 billion dollars a year and raise corporate levies by 433 million, 375 to 14. The measure would reduce levies on jewelry, furs, pocketbooks, films, and more with potential effect dates of September or October. Senate fate unclear amid Korea War.
The Senate atomic energy committee voted 5 to 4 to oppose confirming Sumner T. Pike for a new four year term as acting chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. President Truman urged another look and vote. Pike, 58, a Maine Republican, would be dropped from the commission at midnight tomorrow.
An American base in southern Japan entered a 45 minute blackout after nine unidentified planes appeared on radar during bright moonlight. Five U S airforce planes flew, contact failed, guards directed traffic, and the base operated in wartime status amid paratroop landing threat. Kokura also blackout on Kyushu island coast.
The second annual Southern Appalachian horse show began at Municipal stadium with more than 2000 spectators. Aristocratic horses strutted their measured steps under Kiwanis sponsorship, led by John L. Bowers of Winston-Salem. Tonight and Saturday wrap the three night charity event.
London reports Britain's cabinet spent over two hours debating the Korean crisis as India shifted to support the UN effort. Commonwealth high commissioners met at the House of Commons amid talk of placing eastern naval forces under American command with a debate set for next Wednesday.
In Beckley West Virginia Pvt William L Elkins 21 was found guilty of first degree murder in the May 22 pistol slaying of Elmer A Meadows 24 of Pemberton. The jury recommended mercy making life imprisonment mandatory Sentencing deferred by Judge W A Riffe pending ruling on a defense motion In a separate matter Otis Henry Burgess 19 near Ghent pleaded guilty to first degree murder for killing his stepfather William Lilly March 30 with a .32 pistol The judge set July 12 for his sentencing
Washington reports a Senate vote set for tomorrow on a $1.2225 billion measure to arm non Communist nations including South Korea. Leaders urge quick action amid a world crisis, with amendments limiting how the president may fund excess equipment and favored adjustments to bolster Europe and Asian aid.
Arthur P. Schultz of Cheverly Maryland filed a federal suit against the Somerset County Fair Association seeking 10000 dollars. He says a 700 pound prize hog named Jumbo Rollerhead attacked him at the fair on September 1 1948 causing a permanent injury and alleges negligence for an improper pen.
The army notified Massillon Ohio resident Ralph B Walsh Sr that his son Pvt Frederick J Walsh was wounded in action in Korea. This marks the first casualty notification sent from Washington since fighting began. Earlier reports said at least three Americans were killed with up to six dead and 12 missing through yesterday. total American wounded not reported.
Soviet Union rejected U S efforts to end the Korean War and blamed South Korean authorities for the conflict. Moscow cited foreign interference and the non admission of red China to the UN security council as reasons for its stance.
Charleston West Virginia June 29 coal mines employed about 2700 fewer workers in May than April due to lack of orders. Many miners faced two or three day weeks. non agricultural employment fell by 2300 overall. Manufacturing gains offset only part of the declines. durable goods led by metal products and glass showed some recovery while textiles fell seasonally.
President Truman states the United States is not at war but supports the United Nations in a police action in Korea. He denounces the invasion as an unprovoked attack and confirms plans to discuss strategy only in broad terms. Military actions include carrier, cruiser, and destroyer deployments toward Hawaii and the Korean theater.
Three men sustained injuries in a three car crash on state route 15 at Point Mountain near Webster Springs. Roy Wilt is hospitalized in Elkins with a fractured pelvis and multiple cuts. Brothers Robert and Raymond Mullinex, both from Webster Springs, are treated at Clarksburg Hospital for head and facial injuries and possible leg fracture.
The Soviet Union rejects U S pleas to curb the Korean war and North Korea joins Russia in challenging U N action. MacArthur reports stabilized fronts while counterattacks push back at Seoul Kimpo. In Washington eyes turn hopeful on ground troops while Truman deflects on forces and Korea’s independence. The U N seeks an international force as India shifts from neutrality and Australia New Zealand pledge naval aid.
Allied sources report British and Australian ships and aircraft to join the campaign against North Korean invaders. U S ground troops in Japan await orders as Seoul battles continue with air and naval strikes.
A two pound bird outmaneuvered a 700 pound polar bear at a Philadelphia zoo. Keeper Monty Simmons coaxed the bear away from an outer cage to its sleeping den while the black crowned night heron kept the bear at bay with pecks. The bird’s defiant stance allowed the keeper to free it without harm.
President Truman announced plans to send an economic key commission to the Philippines. It will be led by Daniel W. Bell and Gen. Richard T. Marshall, with Marshall holding ministerial rank and Bell ambassador rank, following Quirino's February visit to Washington.
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