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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1950
Page
5
President Truman orders nationwide civilian unity and rapid mobilization for defense. He directs production expansion, wage controls, and a new Defense Mobilization Office led by Charles B. Wilson. Army and National Guard will swell to boost forces amid Korea and rising global tensions.
Striking railroad workers resumed duties in Washington, Chicago, St. Louis, Boston and other cities after a settlement. Leaders from government, management and unions emphasized the agreement as a solution to wage and hours disputes that halted shipments nationwide.
Washington Postmaster General Donaldson lifted the embargo on all mail service at 1 PM PST. Post offices should operate normally within an hour. most striking workers returned, with only a few locations still tied up. He predicted the backlog would be cleared by tonight and noted package handling was improving.
A labor stalemate over wages and benefits led train crews to ignore court orders and threaten a work stoppage. President urged carrier unions and management to resume talks, with a White House meeting planned to seek an immediate settlement. Unions include Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, and related locals, with posts reporting adherence to work actions at major terminals. The dispute centers on wage hikes, pay equity, and rest breaks as the industry faces negotiations. Local stations and major routes were expected to feel disruption as crews prepared for potential stoppages.
Partly cloudy today and tonight with fog Sunday evening. Light variable wind. Yesterday's high was .6 and today's low is 50.
Washington Acres residents announce a meeting at American Legion Hall to form a home owners association, elect officers, and adopt by laws. Officials invite county representation to discuss flood control progress and yard flood problems as members circulate notices among tract owners.
Negotiators for laundry and cleaning establishments met Friday with drivers in Oakton to avert a potential strike. Union local 209 reported main sticking points included pay and working conditions but did not specify further demands. Drivers warned of action if no agreement by the weekend deadline.
Readable fragments report San Lorenzo high school opening in January on Lewelling Boulevard with 608 students registered since September 1. Students will use Hemne High School facilities for classes and sports until the new campus opens.
US troops withdraw near Mung and Hamberg as Chinese forces push inland. Reports describe the collapse of defenses around the port and surrounding towns, with civilians fleeing toward the coast while American units blow up bridges and buildings to hinder the enemy. Maj. Gen. David G. Gare warns of continued pressure as air reconnaissance notes Chinese and North Korean presence along the coast. United Press war correspondent William Chapman reports destruction of key facilities and a captured area as Hamburg's fall unfolds.
Highland Fire Department members announced a Sunday food collection for holiday distributions to underprivileged families. Donations support the project run by the department, with members encouraging community support and noting the shift from Monday to Sunday.
More than 600 attend the Eagles Christmas event for children as volunteers, local leaders, and families join in festive activities. Gratitude is shared for donors and organizers who coordinated games, meals, and safety measures at the hall.
The article reports President Truman creating a new emergency office under Charles F and giving ODM Chief Wilson power to direct all financial and policy operations across the executive branch. Wilson can issue directives to federal agencies, report to the president, and appoint personnel, with the authority to mobilize supplies and related resources as needed.
Washington Manor Dads plan to organize a club Monday to form a new board and program. The meeting at 7:30 p m will feature Paul Ehtel outlining district building plans and a special program for children, with several community members expected to attend.
Washington dispatch outlines President Truman's address detailing a national state of emergency, rapid mobilization of Armed Forces to 3.5 million under arms, boosted defense production for swift action if needed, immediate compulsory wage price controls on defense related items, sharp tax increases on pay-as-you-go plan, and extended work hours with more labor from women, youth, and older workers in plants and factories.
President Truman warned selective controls will be imposed at first while price controls expand across industry. Air, steel, and auto sectors face new measures as producers raise costs. analysts note enforcement will be gradual and broad standards will guide actions.
Washington reports President Truman allocates 875,000 emergency fund for flood relief in Nevada. White House notes relief targets Reno and Sparks. President informs Governor Vail and Pleman at the official briefing.
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