North Korean Red Attack Deepens Front South of 38th Parallel
News reports describe a substantial North Korean assault along a three mile front ten miles south of the 38th parallel with Chinese divisions reinforcing near Hungnam. The American Eighth Army notes strong enemy contact near Chungchon as Seoul remains under pressure from advancing Red forces.
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Reverse airlift at Yonpo evacuated by retreating forces
A US demolition and retreat abandoned Yonpo Airfield near Hungnam in Korea. An AP dispatch describes a massive reverse airlift moving wounded soldiers and salvaging supplies while frontline troops pulled back to the beachhead six miles away. Army engineers then destroyed the airstrip with blasting charges after the airlift continued to operate briefly.
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Inside Today features Come and Get Me Dear Grandfather story
In this Christmas themed piece a boy recalls injustices magnified by longing while away from home. Chekhov's Varja appears as the tenth story in The Gazette's Word's Greatest Christmas Stories on page 18 Amusements.
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Bus Company Cites Video Autos in Rate Hike Plea
The Charleston Transit Co petitions the Public Service Commission for higher rates citing rising living costs and competition from automobiles and television. President Arthur M. Hill notes car registration growth and warns reduced bus ridership may continue. hearing resumes January 15 to review 1950 revenues with local opposition signatures around 30.
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War Powers Restore Move Clears House Panel
The House Judiciary Committee approved restoring two World War II era powers held by the president within 24 hours of Truman’s request. The measure would allow consolidating agencies or transferring powers and adjusting defense contracts to prevent delays. Taft opposed in the Senate while Lucas urged immediate action, with floor passage expected by unanimous consent unless objections arise.
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Bouchelle Upholds Hospital Fund Transfer
Circuit Judge Julian F. Bouchelle upheld the City of Charleston plan to turn over about 152000 dollars earmarked for a municipal hospital to the Memorial Hospital Assoc a privately operated organization He denied an injunction sought by S B Thomas on behalf of city citizens stating public welfare prevails when funds can be used without harming their source or conditions
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Ouster of Mayor Seabolt Tabled by Cedar Grove Council
A petition to remove Mayor Carlos Seabolt was tabled after a quiet Cedar Grove council session. About 500 residents attended. petitioners led by former mayor Matthew M. Kinsolving claim Seabolt vacated his domicile after moving to Shrewsbury. The council spokesperson cited lack of a true domicile change.
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Prize money set for fourth annual Christmas Lighting Contest
Over 350 dollars in prize money will be distributed to winners in the fourth annual Christmas Outdoor Lighting Contest co sponsored by The Gazette and the Electric League of Charleston. First place sweeps winner receives 100 dollars and 15 sectional prize. second and third awards 59 and 23 in sweepstakes. Sectional prizes 13 10 and 5 awarded in areas including Elk River east to Kanawha City bridge Poe area and North Charleston Dunbar. Contestants must mail a coupon from The Gazette by midnight Saturday.
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Truman Rejects Demand to Dismiss Acheson
President Truman rejected Republican calls to fire Secretary of State Acheson. He said removing him would aid Communism and defended Acheson as shaping U S resistance policy. Truman also announced Eisenhower’s appointment to head forces and tied it to Acheson’s Brussels mission.
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Soviets Reported Spending Billions In Naval Buildup
London dispatch cites Jane's Fighting Ships noting a rapid Soviet naval expansion with ships and guided missiles. It alleges 25,000 to 37,000 ton battleships, submarines numbering 350 to 370 in service plus 120 under construction, and 1950 51 budget estimates at 15.406 billion rubles.
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Montgomery GI Killed in Korea
Army Pvt. Thomas Ervin Tredway Jr. of Montgomery West Virginia was killed in action in the Korean War, announced by the Defense Department. The casualty list also notes nine other West Virginia Army personnel wounded, including one resident of Kanawha County.
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Pact Ministers OK West Army With Ike as Chief
Atlantic Pact nations unanimously approve creation of an International Army led by Gen Dwight Eisenhower to defend a line from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. They plan to integrate West German troops into a 1 000 000 strong force by 1953 and set up an International Defense Production Board led likely by William L Batt Sr. Truman names Ike to command and Eisenhower will head SHAPE in Europe with new staff at Versailles.
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Yanks to Join Western European Forces in Atlantic Pact Army
President Truman announced that American troop reinforcements will serve in the new International Army under Gen Dwight D Eisenhower. Alongside 11 Atlantic Treaty nations, U S forces will join the alliance in Europe as talks shape a large multinational force. Estimates place initial American strength around five divisions, about 100 000 troops already in Europe.
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Five More Air Guard Groups Called for Korea War Effort
Washington reports five additional Air National Guard groups activated in an emergency plan to bolster Far Eastern air control and establish a Korea beachhead. The move, along with two infantry divisions called up last weekend, signals a rapid buildup of combat strength and will not occur if Korea is abandoned to Communist forces. The new order brings total active Air Guard squadrons to 15 and would raise Air Force groups from 62 to 67 effective February 1.
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FBI clears Anna Rosenberg charge on John Reed Club ties
FBI confirms the Anna Rosenberg linked to the John Reed Club is not Annz M. Rosenberg, clearing the press and Senate Armed Services Committee of the accusations against President Truman’s assistant defense secretary nominee. The committee report states the woman's maiden name was Anna Rosenberg and she denied mistaken identity allegations.
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King and servants dance at Buckingham Palace ball
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth attended the royal household servants ball at Buckingham Palace. The king singled out Isabel Ross, a maid in Princess Margaret's quarters, for a foxtrot on the floor while the queen danced with Charles Haley, a palace page.
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Eisenhower to lead peace aims then return to soldiering
Dwight D. Eisenhower, at 61, accepts duty to create or mend allied armed forces under the Atlantic pact and then pursue the White House. Columbia University trustees hope he returns before his three year retirement. He plans an indefinite leave after a Denver holiday visit with the Eisenhower family. Europe reacts with mixed joy and apprehension as Trumnan had asked him to lead if he has something to command.
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Draft Rejections Rise Tied to Narcotics Use Says U S Attorney
Federal attorney Roy M. Cohn told a New York arraignment that narcotics use among youths has driven a high rate of draft rejections. He cited Anthony Pisciotta, held on narcotics selling charges, as a major dealer, though he did not provide exact figures.
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U S Rejects G M Cost Raise Plea
The Government refused General Motors plea to relax the price freeze on new cars. The Economic Stabilization Administration said the order would stand, challenging GM's demand to reinstate price boosts. GM had halted Chevrolet Pontiac and Cadillac sales after the rollback order and offered a two part condition to resume deliveries.
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