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Newspaper
Burlington Herald
Location
Burlington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1950
Page
1
Residents share mixed reactions to the Korean crisis reflecting humor concern and self preservation. War fears loom with calls to buy supplies while others urge calm and note Burlington mirrors national sentiment with a cautious resolve.
The 63rd Burlington public library annual report shows 265 309 books checked out in 1949, exceeding the previous high by over 11 000. Children’s section totals, hospital loans, and shut in deliveries reflect strong activity, with registration 10 889 and non resident cards at 2 500.
A collage of political quips observes Truman's Korea stance, McCarthy's absence, and draft issues. It notes theNational League as distraction, mock testifies between Cardinals and Dodgers, and rumors about TV sponsors from the front. MacArthur hints at retreat and a famed line.
A summary of the Marshall Plan’s Technical Assistance Program from the ECA's 23rd monthly report. It explains why assistance projects are approved, emphasizing effective use of aid and the availability of services, and notes the program's essential role in long term economic welfare.
A compact survey explains Korea’s long arc from the 12th century B C establishment as Chosen through early Chinese suzerainty to the three kingdoms Silla Koguryu and Pakche. Buddhism reaches Korea in the 4th century A D and spreads to Japan as Silla rises to prominence between 670 and 936 A D.
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