Truman urges real disarmament at UN fifth birthday
President Truman spoke to the United Nations General Assembly in Flushing on the UNs fifth anniversary urging real disarmament not empty promises. He warned one sided disarmament invites aggression and called for a universal, foolproof plan covering all weapons and unanimous agreement. The address emphasized using arms savings for food and aid to developing areas while preserving security against aggression.
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Jolson Story Ends: Hollywood in Mourning
Hollywood mourns Al Jolson the legendary singer and actor who starred in the Jolson story amid a life marked by superstition and a record of wartime performances. Jolson’s career spanned vaudeville to film with fame from hits like April Showers and California Here I Come, earning a lasting place in show business lore.
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Hundreds of civilians found buried in Pyongyang prison
Civilians and prisoners of war reveal mass graves at Pyongyang prison. Four pits contain remains of hundreds of Koreans murdered by the Communists, with estimates up to 1800 victims. US POWs Handy and Kort report graves 50 feet deep, filled with bodies under earth. Additional graves near Pyongyang cemetery hold four American soldiers slain by North Korean troops.
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Valley defense plan announced for Castro Valley district
Gleason outlined the defense program for the Castro Valley area at a county meeting in the Castro Valley grammar school auditorium. Sheriff Jones, returning from Washington, spoke of civil defense directives and a second sheriff’s agenda item planned for Washington Township.
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William Ramos Dies After Fishing Accident
William Ramos aged 60 of 604 Casso street died suddenly after a heart attack while fishing at By Iener Antioch with John Roos of Hayward. Born in Hayward on July 4 1906 he lived in the community and was a member of the Ancient Order of Foresters at Ameren. Survived by sister Mixy Emily Ramos with whom he owned property on Amit Kirst street, the Garden Inns, and other holdings. Funeral rites to be held at Hayward Mortuary, 297% Casten street.
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Jolson Dies in Hotel After Battlefront Tour
SAN FRANCISCO Jolson beloved blackfaced jazz singer famed for Mane My and Sonny Bay, died of a heart attack in a hotel after a strenuous three week tour of the Korean battlefront. He spoke of Truman and MacArthur to friends, and his body was to be flown to Southern California for funeral services possibly at Forest Lawn or the Home of Peace.
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Jolson Death Saddens GIs Who Heard Him in Korea
TOKYO reports wounded soldiers who heard Al Jolson during his morale tour in the Korean war theater last month were saddened by news of his death. Jolson was the first big name entertainer to visit Korea and hoped others would follow. He received honorary membership in the U S 2nd Infantry division after singing Mammy and Sonny Boy at a hospital.
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Al Jolson Dies After Medical Emergency In San Francisco
Al Jolson collapsed in a San Francisco hotel room after complaining of indigestion. He died soon after with physicians noting a coronary exclusion. Jolson, born Asa Yoelson in Russia, had a long career including a Korea tour for servicemen and planned Bing Crosby show appearances.
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Freedom Bell Rings in Berlin Witnessed by 150,000
The Freedom Bell dedication in West Berlin drew about 150,000 Berliners as Gen. Lucius D. Clay spoke from the city hill. The bell, sent by 1,000,000 Americans, linked the crusade for freedom to UN Day and echoed hope across the Iron Curtain.
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Upper A Residents Talk Zoning Meeting Tonight
Upper A Improvement Association members meet at 7:00 p.m. in the community center to review zoning recommendations for the Redwood road Castro Valley boulevard and A street area. The group discusses fears of industrial conversion lowering property values and increasing traffic and noise. D T Hunt serves as acting president after Henry Hopkins resignation.
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Final Stocks Rise on Truman Address Hints
Final Stocks in New York and London edges slipped up on moderate volume as analysts note President Truman's address suggests future government spending and a bullish long term market outlook. Wall Street watchers interpret the remarks as supportive for equities.
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Many Vehicles Move Into Korea From Manchuria
Tokyo reports describe a large southward movement from Manchuria with vehicles and troops tied to Korean fronts. American pilots and U S Marines encountered Chinese border fire as Republic of Korea forces advance toward Kanggyo and Sinanju, while UN forces push north from Chongchon toward Sinanju and Yongbyon. General MacArthur cites about 25,000 disorganized North Korean troops remaining against UN forces totaling around 190,000.
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Political Forum Tonight With Six Candidates
A political forum tonight will feature six speakers representing Democratic and Republican candidates for state governor attorney general and United States senator. The Hayward Business and Professional Women’s Club hosts the event at Circon Shutter, 7 pm, with introductions by club officials and remarks from the candidates including Earl Warren, Pat Brown, James Roosevelt, Richard Nixon, and Helen Douglas.
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Four Accidents In Wet Area Cause Five Injuries
Four crashes on slick area roads in Souther Aline media county yesterday injured five people. Mrs Matzarel Marcell 47 of Carmel sustained minor injuries when her car overturned on the Mission San Jose Warm Springs road at 7 20 p m Monday. A Niles to Mission Santa Jose collision at 12 30 p m Monday sent Cora Li Fowles 21 of Niles to Fairmont hospital with injuries. A 5 13 p m incident on Highway 17 between Warm Springs and Irvington left two Montere y residents Mya Minute Kinpy 38 and Mattie Mc Neal 26 with minor injuries treated at Fairmont hospital. Barry Barian 65 of Moss Realty 2115 East L4th street San Leandra was identified after a moving morning accident at Laurel and Crehard avenues with a broken shoulder and head cuts. treated at Fairmont then Heyward hospital.
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Parade Postponed by Weather For Toys Drive
Rain cancels the Mayine a League parade in Hayward part of the Toys for Tots drive. United States Marine Corps Band will perform 45 minutes at Veterans Memorial Hall before the variety program. Toys gathered by Albany schools total 800 and will be sent to Korea after local needs are met. State commandant Keys reports California Marines called to active duty average 52 percent, with Santa Rosa hardest hit at 60 percent.
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Pact Nations Must Build Up Forces
General Omar Bradley warned the 12 North Atlantic pact nations to rapidly strengthen their armed forces for collective security. Speaking at a North Atlantic military committee opening, he said the alliance faces a real test of its unified defense concept and urged action now to avoid improvising defenses after a Soviet attack.
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No Fluoridation Decision Yet
East Bay Municipal Utility District has not decided to fluoridate its water. General manager John W. McFarland stated no immediate action, though engineers study the proposal. He cited ongoing nationwide experiments in Kingston and Newburgh, New York, as part of a long evaluation.
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