26 Jul 1950
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1950
Page
1
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News dispatch reports heavy pressure along all fronts as American and South Korean troops hold defenses near Pusan and Yongdang. General MacArthur's headquarters say gains and losses shift with fierce tank advances and air support amid uncertain reports of Hadong and Kumebon actions.
London reports Britain will send ground forces to Korea in response to UN appeal. Defense Minister Shinwell announced in the House of Commons that infantry, armor, artillery and engineers would be sent, with accompanying logistical support to sustain an offensive reinforcement. Commonwealth nations including Australia and New Zealand indicated similar steps following Turkey and Thailand.
Washington July 26 Senator Morse R Ore aligned with Senate Democrats who argue McCarthy claims of Communist influence lack proof. He noted a Lodge minority report criticizing the inquiry as superficial and evasive. Morse said he awaits the pronouncement on the charges and did not commit to calling Posniak to testify.
Pope Pius XIII denounces war as ruinous and calls for peace and social justice in the encyclical With Greatest Sorrow. Vatican sources describe it as his most important proclamation in months, warning of deadly weapons and urging rulers to seek restraint and justice.
Cory Chapter of the American Red Cross held a 15-member meeting to elect three new directors Mrs M Gilbert Mrs Chives Stewart and Philip Zalaneek. Walter Scott spoke on ongoing defense efforts and the chapter pledged support for the war drive. Officers remained the same with 10 directors meeting beforehand to update plans and reports.
A court battle blocks GTs Against Communism from appearing on the November ballot in Pennsylvania. The state election bureau rejects petitions citing a name length violation under the 1927 act, with Dauphin County ordering the bureau to accept the nominations. Gene Smith notes potential court recourse. Meanwhile Dun and Bradstreet reports wholesale food price index at 6.9 dollars, up eight cents from last week, the highest since October 1948, marking an 8 percent rise since the Korean War began.
President Truman proposed a $5.0 billion tax package, including an emergency corporate tax rise and changes to individual rates, but faces a tepid reception on Capitol Hill. Critics warn retroactive business taxes and broader hikes may harm wartime recovery.Finance Committee members doubt swift passage.
Warren Hutcheson, 5, a Corry resident, died after a crash on Route 18 west of Detroit. Three others were injured as a car traveling at high speed failed to negotiate a curve and overturned. The body will be sent to Salamanca, New York, for funeral services.
Secret ary of Defense Johnson rebutted critics and urged a gradual buildup of United States forces. He cited a 108 percent rise in the Army's continental mobile striking force from 1948 to 1950 and argued the emergency request would strengthen land, sea, and air power to support MacArthur's campaign and deter future threats.
Baruch urged a broad wartime price freeze and national priorities to curb inflation. He called for an across the board ceiling on prices, wages, rents and taxes, arguing the economy must be guided toward essential defense needs and that government controls are essential in the present emergency. He warned that without such measures inflation could undermine national defense funding.
Thomas suffers defeat in a bitter Oklahoma Democratic primary as Elmer Thomas loses to rival in a pivotal race. National interest centers on Oklahoma and other state primaries including Louisiana Arkansas and South Carolina with veteran figures like Lang McMath and Fulbright in focus.
The State Veterans Bonus Bureau orders immediate payment of delayed bonus claims for World War II service. Maj. Gen. Frank A. Qebern, Adjutant General. Auditor General Welton B. Heyburn. State Treasurer Charles A. Barker. and Gov. James J. Duff approve. Payments at ten dollars monthly.
Merchants and Chamber of Commerce members pledged support for the Pennsylvania Week Festival to be held October 16 to 21 in Mead Park. They agreed to back the program and promote the event, with the plan for a major celebration shaping the city’s fall calendar.
President Truman signed a 1.2925 billion military aid bill in a White House ceremony. He warned aggressors that freedom-loving nations will stand together to preserve freedom, aid allies worldwide, and support Europe under the North Atlantic treaty.
President Truman calls for sacrifice of civilian plenty and full mobilization if needed to defend freedom. He cites industrial output targets, potential production increases of 6 to 10 billion annually, and expanded federal powers to control materials, credit, and speculation amid Korea risks.
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