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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1950

Page

4

President’s uncertain remarks on atomic bomb policy

The president’s off the cuff comments at a Thursday press conference created confusion about atomic bomb use. A White House spokesman issued a formal explanation two hours later, noting the atomic commission law restricts authorization to the president alone.

White House

If I Were President on Korea and World War II Style Power

The author argues a hardline America should counter Communist China in Korea with Western backing. If lacking unity, the president must withdraw U.N. support and pull U.S. troops, then unleash force including General MacArthur’s push to Manchuria and possible use of atomic weapons. The piece advocates bold, unyielding power to deter a third world war.

Korea the Daily United States China Russia United Nations League of Nations MacArthur Manchurian Kremlin

Superstitions in American Life Highlighted by Dothan Eagle

The Dothan Eagle notes a Gallup poll showing 29 percent admitting some superstition and argues the true share is higher. It lists common beliefs such as black cats, ladders, the number 13, breaking mirrors, salt, and knocking on wood, plus many quirky rites. The piece concludes superstitions are harmless fun in a free country.

Dothan Eagle Gallup Eagle

Friction Over Korea NATO Allies Weigh MacArthur Clash

The piece outlines friction between Washington and Tokyo over Korea policy, citing General MacArthur's protest on not bombarding Chinese bases north of the 38th parallel. It notes warnings from India about China entering the war and describes the cautious U N actions limiting and then widening MacArthur’s mandate.

Washington MacArthur China Tokyo Wake Island Yalu River U. N Korea

40 Mile Neutrality Zone Prompts State Department Warning

The State Department warns of potential trouble as the United Nations considers a 40 mile neutrality zone. Officials indicate the measure could affect international access and regional security.

State Department U. N

Blocking Your Wishes by Arlie B Davidson

A reflective piece on how personal wishes for respect success and acceptance are often blocked by circumstances and self blame. It notes that misfortune, broken loyalties, and over sensitivity can derail plans and urges self awareness and possible life change to cope.

Reporter recalls UN Security Council clash at Lake Success

A veteran reporter describes a tense UN Security Council session at Lake Success withMalik and Vishinsky trading barbs over Korea and Formosa. The story recalls jaw dropping rhetoric and a wishful dream of John L. Lewis as spokesman as Russians delay the hearing for hours.

Lake Success N. Y INS Security Council MacArthur Korea Russia Council Red Malik Bebler Austin North

MacArthur pressed toward Manchurian border after Wake Island plan

The article recounts a Wake Island agreement limiting MacArthur to a 40 mile buffer into North Korea near Manchuria and his requests to Washington. It notes misgivings about Chinese intervention, the gradual erosion of the buffer, and U S light columns including the 1st Cavalry 24th Infantry and Marines moving toward the border with the aim of a swift end to the war.

Yalu Manchuria MacArthur North Korea Truman Wake Island Washington Neutrality Joint Chiefs of Staff U. S Manchurian 1St Cavalry 24Th Infantry

Chinese Troops in North Korea Cut U N Forces to Pieces

The retreating U N units were overextended and light. Chinese forces emerged from hills and crossed the Yalu, severely defeating them. MacArthur admitted sizable Chinese involvement on October 30. Washington questioned his claim of three Chinese divisions and Soviet gear. The State Department suggested signaling the Chinese that U N would not attack major dams, a plan Bradley briefed after interrupting a hunting trip.

China U. S India Lou Henderson Nehru U. N Peiping Sardar Panniker State Department Ambassador Panniker Henderson MacArthur 38Th Parallel Washington Yalu River North Korea Omar Bradley Joint Chiefs of Staff Pentagon

Pe l blames labor racketeers as election shocker hits Ohio

As Pegler sees it New York December 1 The writer argues that election returns show the union racket is not labor but parasites on labor. He cites Taft beating labor backed by Roosevelt and criticizes CIO tactics and public school educators as manipulators while praising Taft and condemning Truman Roosevelt and the White House policies as un-American.

New York Ohio Roosevelt Cabal Lewis Green Murray Tobin Roosevelt Taft CIO Truman White House United States Harry S. Truman Averell Harriman Mortimer Sword St. Louis Hopkins Harriman California United Nations

MacArthur Feud Over Policy Sparks Election Jolt

The dispute over Korea policy widens as MacArthur defies the State Department and urges labeling China as aggressor. Truman vents frustration as election politics frame the clash and hints at misread public impact. Intelligence officials warn against any rapid troop withdrawal.

UN Cafeteria Debates Highlight Malik Controversy

In a noisy UN cafeteria scene Malik faced rebuke as Warren Austin delivered a long, stern speech. Austin’s impassive expression remained granite like Vermont while enduring turbulent remarks.

Warren Austin United States Vermont

Young Kiwanis Club Holds Induction Meeting

New Kiwanis members led by president Fred Hunt assumed control in a Thursday meeting. Guests included Dick Still Jr of Decatur and Roland Gray of Cedartown, with Charles Moss from San Antonio in attendance.

Kiwanis Club Fred Hunt Rev. Glass America Dick Still, Jr Decatur Roland Gray Cedartown Charles Moss San Antonio Texas G. H. Jones Frank McLaughlin Rex Rankin Frank Holle Walter Clapton Elmer Loyd Arthur Jones Harlan Hunter Board of Directors Kiwanis

Lignite Moisture Reaches Forty Percent

Readable text notes lignite content of up to 40 percent moisture, indicating high water in the coal.

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Drew Pearson Living Today Arlie B. Davidson Davidson Bob Considine International News Service Dudley Georges Kaminkér John L. Lewis John Moscow Leingrad Atomgrad Murmansk Vladivostok Shanghai Carlos P. Romulo Vishinsky Soviet Union Pegler By Westbrook Pegler Westbrook Mac Dewey Brown Young Indians UU As Een Creerers
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