Savage armored assault deepens U.S. Korea foothold
In a decisive battle along the Korean front, North Korean forces launched a heavy armored attack across roughly 200 miles of frontier. General MacArthur reported Red divisions pressing toward Taegu while American units of the First Cavalry fought to hold positions near Yongdong and Hwangdan amid poor weather and no air support.
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Uy Relman Morin
Tokyo
U. S
South Korea
Yongdong
MacArthur
U. S. First Cavalry Division
Yongdan
First Cavalry
Hivangdan
Yondefong
15Th
Jehou
LPR
B 29s Press North Korea Targets in Heavy Day of Bombing
Allied air strikes across the Korean front hit rail yards and bridges from Yongdok to Seoul, with FEAF reporting bombs at marshalling yards near Pyongyang and Wonsan causing extensive smoke. Pilots reported hits on c near Yonudang and other targets, while weather hampered fighter support and no Allied losses were reported.
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Far East
Fairtown
Varid
Pyongyang
Wonsan
North Korea
FEAF
Relph FB. Bower
Aledoguerque
Seoul
Owen E. Radetitl
Tarape
John M. Netter
Plad
Miami
Ariz
Homer K. Hansen
Saint Ansgar
Hmks
Ads Vaner
FAS Kant
FAS Kant Torvessid
U. S
Yongdok
Yonghae
Wnat
Key Paneer
Garde
Associated Press
Hal Boyle
Air and Sea Search Pressed for Plane
Tokyo reports an air and sea search for a C47 transport crash with 26 aboard that sank off Sagami Bay about 80 miles north of Tokyo. American planes naval units and Japanese fishermen sought the other 25 survivors, with wreckage found and plans continuing.
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Tokyo
Saganii
Findernan
Kyushu
Japan
Ty. Inc
James O. Sunpo
Chicago Sun-Times
Maximilien Philoneaky
Agence France Breast
Stephen Shamens
Witton Press
London Picture Post
Albert Tijnton
Norfolk Journal and Guide
Drowning Indicated In Leap From Ship Queen Mary
A 65 year old Ohio man returning from a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome leaped from the Queen Mary liner in the North Atlantic and apparently drowned. Cunard-White Star Line officials reported the finding and identified the passenger.
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New York
Ohio
Rome
North Atlantic
Cunard Whitey Star Line
Shin
Douglas pushes cuts to non defense items in river and harbor bill
Senator Douglas presses to slash non defense spending in a $731 million river and harbor appropriation fight. He seeks across the board cuts and an amendment to trim $401 million from the bill, while McKellar and Wherry defend the committee's study and proposed funding.
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Washington
Douglas
Senate
Foie
Senate Appropriations Committee
Army
Carey
Southern
Miss Western
sTiventern
McKellar
Andy
McClellan
Wherry
Nebraska
Olive
Missile base named by passenger Knapp identified
A passenger named Joseph L Knapp identified a guided missile test center near the Banana River Cocoa Florida. George Mayting said the facility will be relocated next Tuesday to the field at Nashville Tennessee and drop into the sea.
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Joseph L. Knapp
Washington
Ravenna
Ohio
George May
Tng
Aitfeld
Neshvile
Tenn
Helyavers Guided Missile Test Center
Knapp
Banana River
Cocoa
Patrick
Sea Air Force Base
Senate Group Weighs Baruch Plan Vote Action
Senate Banking Committee members say they will vote today on the Baruch plan for wage and price controls. The measure, backed by some Truman administration figures, faces opposition from others who warn it may slow economic recovery and shift profits, with debate centered on potential price controls and broader economic effects.
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Senate
Francis M. LE May
Washington
Avénp
Truman
Bernard Ot Baruch
Sonalan
Umit Media
Maybank
Barich
Chatrmien Vinson
Annie Reeve
Qhorwize
Bor
Cantya
Thutale
Syle
Sparkmin
Sparkman
Plentiful Sugar Supply Assured by Brannan Action
Washington reports that Secretary Brannan cornered 60,000 tons of Cuban sugar to stabilize prices and deter hoarders. The U.S. sugar supply reaches 5.54 million tons, with deliveries up since last year, and Brannan plans CCC purchases to ensure ample domestic availability for all Americans.
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Washington
Agricuiiute
Charles F Brannan
Cuba
Brannan
Truman
U.S
Lin
Agticulture Department
Commodity Credit Corporation
United States
Free rides for churchgoers proposed by Jacksonville coach firm
Wiley Moore, president of Jacksonville Coach Co., announced free rides for churchgoers to and from churches on Sunday as a trial for Sunday School and morning services. The program will continue if generally approved and aims to aid families with small children.
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Jacksonville Pl
Wiley Moore
Thearksonville Coach Co
Moore
USSR Ends Boycott of Security Council
LAKE SUCCESS AP Russia ends its boycott of the United Nations Security Council. Jakob A. Malik will take over the council presidency on August 1. The return influences potential vetoes on Korea and other actions. Implications for UN operations in Korea and the General Assembly opening September 19 remain unclear.
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Korea
Soviet Union
Council
Russia
Malik
Douglas MacArshur
Boycart
UN General Assembly
Washington
Uiey
Rissik Winls
Roxsta
Nationalist
Ching
Te West
Carrpet
Average Increase In Old Age Payments To Run 77 Percent
Washington AP reports that Social Security beneficiaries could see a 7 7 percent boost in monthly checks under near final House Senate conference action. The plan would raise about 3 million souls, with higher increases for lower brackets and smaller gains for top earners, using a conversion table to determine new benefits.
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Washington
Flavivale
Peoaident
Fruman
State Salons Get New Call For Reapportionment
Governor James E. Folsom issued a fourth special session proclamation after lawmakers adjourned an extraordinary meeting without acting on reapportionment. He warned the Legislature it must address the issue or face another session, targeting the Senate for not voting. The session lasted just over two hours as Folsom urged prompt action to ensure proper representation.
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Montgomery
API
Alabama
James E. Folsom
Polson
Folsom
Senate
Nuteven
Hiero Roberta
Rowan County
Plea Urges Alabama to Avoid Hoarding During War
Montgomery officials call on citizens to refrain from hoarding to support servicemen and wartime needs. An open letter from Gov. James E. Folsom stresses sacrifice over selfishness as the nation faces a crisis and requires changes in daily living.
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Montgomery
Alabama
James E. Folsom
America
Pystom
No Hoarder Missing in Korea Mystery Letter From Sacramento Wife
Mrs Randall C Roberts of Sacramento writes to her newspaper recalling wartime headlines about hoarders and asks readers to consider the sacrifice of loved ones. She says her husband, Army Sgt Randall C Roberts, 29, is the first Sacramento man listed as missing in action in Korea.
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Sacramento
Calif
Randall
Roberts
Korea
Army
Randall C. Roberts
Normandy
Berlin
Wee
Officials Race Against Time For War Turn
Washington report argues the United States faces a race with time amid Cold War tensions over Korea and possible conflict with Russia. Analysts debate when Moscow might act, with estimates ranging up to three years, while U S military and economic plans expand to deter aggression and support European allies. President Truman seeks large funding to raise forces and aid, including manpower and matériel, amid fears of a broader war and strategic hotspots in Western Europe, Iran, and Yugoslavia.
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Elton
Fay Washington
Rovernunens
Rusein
U. S
Russia
Koren
Kremlin
Truman
Acking
Pentagon
Germany
Iran
Yugoslavia
Rioting Flares In Belgian Strike By Anti Leopoldists
Brussels faces a second day of violence as anti Leopold demonstrators clash with police and pro Leopold factions during the general strike over the king's return. About 300,000 workers are reported to oppose Leopold, with clashes near the King's residence and protests outside stores as authorities attempt to maintain order amid mounting tension.
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Brussels
Kind Leopold
Laken
Lqne Pra Leopold Catholic Union
Save & LE
Amazing Dogs in Birmingham Stir Neighborhood Complaints
Jon Simonton reports sleep disruption from barking dogs next door causing neighbor tension. Local residents and dog lovers clash over nightly disturbances as complaints escalate and calls for action circulate through the community.
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Birmingham
Jon Simonton
FBI Urges Seven Citizens Steps To Curb Saboteurs
Washington ap FBI chief J Edgar Hoover outlined seven citizen actions to aid in the military emergency. He urged reporting any facts to the FBI, avoid rumors, and not investigate privately. President Truman urged vigilance and warned against hysteria while stressing cooperation with law enforcement.
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Washington
J. Edgar Hoover
Americans Today
FBI
Hoover
Truman
White House
FBE
PBI Mmachinery
Federal Bureau
Law
FBT
PRI
Army set to reach 3,000,000 troops under new budget
Washington reports Representative Vinson announces a 300 million dollar increases request for fiscal 1961 as part of President Truman's emergency budget. Army head Gen. Collins cites a target strength of about 3.059 billion dollars and outlines expanded draft plans. Alabama draft quota to double in September with 58,000 men called up, plus extended potential drafts into October and beyond, aiming to reach approximately 934,000 draftees for the year.
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Washington
Vinson
D-Ge
Truman
Rowe Armed Services Committee
J. Lawton Collins
Army
Arenay
Montgomery
Alabama
Ernest Howe
Blate
Selective Service
Nnld
Cal Howell
Hag Hoon
Air Force
Navy
Selective Service Act
Ita
United States
Armed Services
Remnant Of Company Returns To U S 5th Lines
Outpost in Korea after being cut off south of Yonpdong. First Cavalry Division soldiers carried by Koreans to safety on stretchers. Air crew observed two American groups from the air. Prov isions medics maps and escape instructions dropped to aid escape from the canyon. The group led by Capt Field reached American lines while isolated during a clash with North Korea forces.
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Korea
APS
First Cavalry Divison
Yonpdorg
30 Victory Ships Ordered Back To Sea
The Maritime Administration has ordered recommissioning of Victory cargo ships from WWII mothball fleets. Ships will sail from World War II reserve, with eight from James River Virginia, four from Wilmington North Carolina, two from Mobile Alabama, and six from Sesuit Neck Texas, to reach gon River anchorage shore New York.
Trojan Horse patrol set to guard New York harbor
Officials announce a Trojan Horse style patrol to bar Soviet ships from New York harbor and search for atomic bombs or weapons. Teams of 15 to 20 will board vessels tied to Communist ports, with Geiger counters expected though not guaranteed. Soldiers will bait Russian and Soviet satellite vessels in the Narrows between Brooklyn and Staten Island and conduct extensive inspections.
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New York
Trojan Horse
New York Harbor
Harry M. Dutnipa
Satellita
Brooklyn
Staten Island
San Francisco
Gelges
Omryyini
Obipa
Omic
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Jean R. Garria
Kitinton
RIV
Porley
Ussr
Security Council
Solon
Mave
U. 5. Lines
Red Ship Inspection
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