Mercy Unknown In Korean War Ambulance Front
A reporter from Route Four, Chigo California, relays accounts of medics under fire. Wounded are evacuated by tank and litter jeeps while medics wear no weapons. Red Cross protections are ignored by the enemy and some doctors are killed or overrun while aiding the wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Arjon
Frony
Pic
Edward Wilson
Route Four
Chigo
Calif
Ray Stewart
Chester
Ure
Ai Mi
Freepont
Suldl' nlaNmedien Company
Red Cross
Enon
Woundeus
Salvation Army General Booth Is Dead at Home
Gen Evange Hooth former international commander of the Salvation Army died at her home yesterday after a long illness. She led the world wide welfare movement and commanded nearly 4,000,000 person paracithy. Funeral services will be held Thursday at Salvation Army headquarters in New York conducted by Commissioner Ernest J. Pougnvdre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iarvsdale
Evange Hooth
Salvation Army
Centennia
Merariat Hall
New York
Ernest J. Pougnvdre
Pyely Cammmnder
Measures Spot On November Ballot
Sacramento -- The initiative to abolish personal property taxes ranks first on the November general election ballot, with Secretary of State Frank M. Jordan noting the measure would bar state and sub division taxes on personal property. Also listed are amendments on reorganizing the state court system, allowing moving voters to vote, linking legislative and board service, legalizing certain gambling, chiropractic practice, civil service exemptions, public housing project funding, and Torrens Land Titles Act changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacramento
Frank M. Jordan
Assembly
Senate
California
Guy
Jessy
Torrens Land Titles Act
Registry Ag
Plan to Organize SPEBSQSA Here
A Hayward area effort explores forming the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America Inc. A committee led by A L Wallers invites local men to attend a meeting on Aug 4 at the New Markham School Sixth and Ward Streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward Area
Tt He Sphusqsa, Inc
The
Society For the Preservation and Enouragerment of
Barbershop Quartet Singing In America, Inc
A L. Wallers
Johny Mellhaney
Robert Craig
A. H. Atwvodr
John McCune
Cael Marlatte
Vy Ttayward
Stgn
Sohn. McMivavy
Berkeley
Spersqsa
ub @ yan
New Markham School
Ward
Mellivary
Berkeley Chorus
Hayward
Kevery
Vacationists Get Break At London Travel Rates
United Nations program cuts to low rates lure travelers to fishing centers and hiking spots in Britain. Boys and girls attending value camps gain access while many youths employed at thirteen years of age remain eligible for reduced fares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Uniter
Perhleen
War Realities Shown To Kiwanis By Marine Film
Marine Sgt rank Shir presented color and sound footage from Iwo Jima at Maywood Kiwanis dinner. The film explained air force needs and naval fire support, showing Japanese defenses and US landings, costing many lives. Meeting also welcomed new member William Porovich and noted enlistments rising since Korea. Local airman Bridges recovers wallet left by Kentucky tourist after brief chase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiwanis Club
Mayward
Castro Villa
Rank Shir
Oakland
Shinn
Navy
Japan
United States
Set
Marine Corps
Australia Likely to Send Ground Troops in Korea
A United Nations survey shows Australia likely to be the only nation able to provide ground troops for Korea while most European governments cannot spare forces without weakening defense. Britain France and Holland are heavily committed elsewhere. Australia, New Zealand, Canada and South Africa could potentially contribute, with Canberra weighing further aid alongside an air force unit. Israel hints at support but cites limits due to ongoing conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londow
U.K
Australia
United Stes
Korea
United Nations
New Zealand
Canada
South Africa
Canberra
A. W. Padden
South Korea
Malaya
Hong Kong
Suez Canal
Britain
France
Holland
Indo-China
Indonesia
Belgium
Greece
Egypt
Guerrilas
Israel
Electricity to Fight Tomato Hornworm and Corn Carworm
Agricultural engineers explore using ultraviolet light to attract moths that spread tomato hornworm and corn carworm. Experiments show moths attracted to black light can be trapped and killed before laying eggs. A 47 moths caught in one night with a lamp trap. Experts caution against full adoption yet due to wiring needs and risk to beneficial insects. Farmers advised to rely on traditional methods until equipment improves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adyisay Lee Benson
Henson
Benson
One Half of Californians Used Hospitals in 1949
California hospital statistics show one out of every two residents sought hospital care in 1949. The California Hospitals Association reported 1,178,015 admissions across 346 facilities and 4,450,288 outpatient visits, with general short term hospitals averaging 6.8 days per stay and government hospitals at 16.8 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Jion
Statistical Service
American Hospital Association
State Association
Thomas P. Langdon
Hahnemann Hospital
Uation Committee
Kangdon
Health inspections keep county pools safe for children
The health department conducts weekly water testing and pool area inspections for 11 public pools in the southern county. Sanitation checks cover pool operation, safety facilities, and general cleanliness, with guidance also available to private family pools upon request so parents can feel confident in their child’s swimming environment.
Top Baby Sitter May Have Mumps in Hollywood
Screen's top baby sitter Jon Webb was under observation for mumps after collapsing on a studio set. Actress Gigi Perreau, also sick with mumps, shares the 20th Century Fox production For Heaven's Sake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Jon Webb
Webb
Gigi Perreau
Miss Perreau
20Th Century Fox
Public health push for prepaid hospital cost protection
Langdon states cost figures prove the need for public participation in voluntary prepaid health insurance plans. He notes daily medical expenses exceed 23 dollars with illness or accident, hospitals acted by organizing Blue Cross to offer budgeted protection for less than a cigarette daily. More than 37 million have enrolled in this non profit protection plan. He urges anyone concerned about costs to contact their local hospital for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Langdon
Blue Cross
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gen. Booth
Salvation Army Is
McClellan
Mathen
Sagramento
Oper
Air Force
Ab MeyClellan Field
Mathar Field
Ahacrvers
Ce Bombadard
Fhe
Gordiy
Spebsqsa
Safeway
East Bay
Safeway Stores Incorporated
Kiwanis
Bunnellon
Fla
L. A. Bridges, Jr
Kentucky
Chiefland
Moshe Shareth
Middle East
Allan Vought
Swedery
Middleborn
Mass
Ernest Prat
William Bradgra
Myles Standish
James C. Malcolm, M. D
Alameda County
Health Department
Pacific Southwest Scheduled Airlines
Los Angeles
San Diego
Oakland Municipal Airport
Pam
Lockhaven
Gatland
Chrysler Imperial
America
Chrysler
William E. Clarke
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!