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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1951

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Red troops strike along Korea eastern front near Chunchon

AP dispatch from Tokyo reports Red forces attacking from Chunchon toward the Sea of Japan as United Nations troops fortify positions. Officers caution on whether this marks a full offensive, with probing actions and heavier clashes across Pukban and Soyang rivers.

Clen Clements Tokyo Korea Chunchon Seoul Sea of Japan William Hoge Sommander Uct Iinc Corps Hoge United Nations Pelping Radio Red China John Randolph Pukban Soyang Randolph Mene Chunehon

School Leaders Urge New Taxes To Ease Education Crisis

In Montgomery AP report, school leaders pressed the Legislature to raise the sales tax from 2 to 3 percent and extend the tax base to new automobiles, arguing for $21 million annually to improve teacher pay and vital school functions. Governor Persons backs the plan despite opposition from labor groups merchants and municipal leagues.

Montgomery Legislatire Pune House Ways and Means Gordon Persons Aaama League of Municipalities Terry J. H. Hadtey Alabama Education Association Parent- Teacher Association Eo Bear Montgomery Algo Gerald Bradtford Grove Bill Ed E. Reid League of Municipalities Posal Sam Douglass Alabama Federation of Labor

Wranale Halts Senate Inquiry In Far East Row

Washington AP reports Senate inquiry into General Douglas MacArthur’s dismissal stalled amid a dispute over whether Governor Omar Bradley should disclose private discussions with President Truman. Bradley refused to reveal details, while Republicans pressed for testimony as the panel weighed who should testify and how the White House view affected the inquiry.

Wranale Far East Row Washington Senate Gra Douglas MacArthur Omer Bradley Truman Bradiew Taint Chicks Af Tremac Bertoni Tades Bradley Senate Armed Services White Bradise Charens Aiveet Trelam Fe Bradlew Vale Neon Criss Tdav Chargers San T-Arky Fulbright Len Kannland yCalif Bradler White House

Military Junta Seizes Bolivia as President Flees

In Bolivia the Army seized the government as President Amolazoilla left the country for Chile. Hugo Ballivian was named president and minister of defense by a military junta. The junta promised control of mineral resources for national development and pledged to maintain order.

Bolivia EA Paz Mamer‘o Arriolagoitia Hugo Ballivian da Ienge Trenaion Victor Paz Estenssoro Amolazolla la Paz Arica Chile Junia

Field Commanders See Chi Reds Playing For Korea Draw

Observers say Chinese Reds may be aiming to save face and deny UN forces a decisive win in Korea. Front reports outline three possible enemy actions including a five day offensive toward Pusan, protective withdrawals to North Korea, or a defensive stand near the parallel. UN leaders including General Ridgway express confidence in a tough, decisive clash ahead, with pressure on Washington to decide the next move.

Habey Piagusun United Preas Aavy Korea North Korea United Nations Army Jah Pusan Peiping Gagotia Walt Manchuria South Korea Lake Japan Fong U.S. Eighth Army Matthew Ridgway

Maybank warns delay risks DPA extension fight

Senate Banking chair Maybank says the Defense Production Act and price controls face Congress rejection as June 30 expiry nears. He aides a closed hearing with Brannan on farm subsidies and explains opposition to renewal while House panel also presses for extension.

G. Milton Kelly Washington Senate Banking Committee Congress Sen Maybank DSC Price Michael V. Di8all Truman Digalle Meybank piSalle House Banking Committee Rep Spence D-Ky Kentucky United Labor Committee

U S Opens Sessions On Security System For Greece Turkey

Washington AP reports Thi O S has opened talks with North Atlantic Alliance members to gauge support for extending the security framework to Greece and Turkey. Some allies oppose widening the treaty into the Middle East, but officials say Britain may reconsider and others might follow.

U.S Greece Turkey Washington Thi O'S North Atlantic Alliance Middle East

Britain Will Stand With United States Diplomat Declares

New York AP Sir Gladwyn Jebb chief British delegate to the United Nations pledged Britain would stand wholeheartedly with the United States in the fight against communist inspired aggression Sir Gladwyn defended Britain's Korea War record and trade with Red China noting embargoes on petroleum and rubber and saying the UN General Assembly will adopt far reaching embargo recommendations later this week He said Britain may sacrifice some living standards to aid the general effort and stressed Britain’s support in the UN for Greece and Turkey within NATO alliances

NEW York Gladwyn Jebb United Nations Britain United States Jebb Red China New York City Bar Association Great Britain China UN General Assembly Sination Assembly Flushing |Meadow

United States backs conciliatory note in Iran oil dispute

London Reuters reports the United States approved a note to Iran on the Anglo Iranian oil conflict. The note, toned conciliatory yet firm, urged immediate negotiations for an agreed settlement. Britain would dispatch a cabinet minister led mission if Iran accepts, offering higher royalties and reforms to aid Iran’s economy. If no agreement, Britain seeks compensation for seized assets and guarantees Iran retains majority oil rights.

Thaler London United States Yas Britain Tehran Foreign Office State Department U. S Waller Gifford Iran

Forces Week 10 ROKs On Trial

In Pusan Korea on AF and late month attacks, Korean officers report withdrawal of troops without orders. The South Korean commander cites a collapsed South Division endangering Allied units and forcing withdrawals as Red attacks continue.

Pusan Korea

All-Wiregrass Week Promotes Army Events in Ozark Area

Ozark Dothan Enterprise residents boost forces week tempo for a guided observance. About 730 soldiers will attend a concert by the Army Band at City Auditorium between 8 and 2. Tonight a tour of combat files at Recreation Center will be shown with Camp Rucker. A drill demonstration by the 164th Regiment is planned before the Err Yerprime game.

Ozark Dothan Enterprise Dale Ueark Rales Gist Army Band City Auditorium North Peter Street Camp Rucker of Delaie Vaserau 164Th Bate

UN seeks wider ban on materiel to Reds

United Nations moves to widen the arms embargo on Communist China. A U S Congress backed measure calls on the UN to prohibit shipments of all materials that might aid Red China’s war effort. Britain backs the embargo though cautions remain. General Assembly to debate a five power proposal to stop shipments of needed railroad equipment to Peiping. Britain underscores restraint in trade with China, rejecting claims that economic ties undercut Western unity.

KRICE W. Munn Flushing N.Y United Nations U. S Congress China Tle House Senate Pon the UN Red China General Assembly Britain U. S Peiping Gladwyn Jebb New York City Jebb United Kingdom Hong Hong Kong

Grain Aid Loan Faces Senate Vote on Large Wheat Shipment

The Bennie proposal, debated in Washington, would finance 3,000,080 tons of grain for famine relief on a straight loan basis. An amendment shifted the plan toward a mix of loan and grant, with Bridges indicating passage possible after final approval. The bill sparked debate over funding terms and the balance between loan guarantees and grants.

Washington Bennie Senate

Cattlemen Denounce Price Controls Rationing Feared

Lawmakers and cattlemen clash over price controls as they warn rationing may hit beef supplies. President Jane Bimert of the National Cattlemen’s Association cites signals of serious losses for operators under rollback. Farm groups demand figures to gauge impact on costs and feeding, with examples of spring market pressures and rising expenses for cattle producers.

Tom Man Peice Rei Jane Bimert Ed de Atericin Nations Cattlemen's Association Denver Snd Jeau Federation Howse Agriculture Committee Bamer Bamert Digalle Wes Sen Chatman Haray D.dualer Mupee Rollbeck Silll Deve Comet Bluffs Thomas

Beetle Infestation Discovered In City

A beetle infestation threat reported by county agriculture officials targets three city blocks in Beath Foster and Savennah areas. sprayed with DDT next week, residents urged to cooperate. quarantine measures possible if spread continues beyond the focal point.

Rene Chester Cammerece Beath Foster Savennah Chamber Seiden Halley Quen Chamber Representa Chamber Agricultires Department of Agriculture North Car Countes South Carolina Georges

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