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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1951

Page

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Bold Dash Splits Fleeing Chi Reds In Korea Drive

Allied tank task force in Korea drives 13 miles cutting Reds’ escape route east of the 38th parallel. Almond directed the operation with tanks artillery infantry and engineers as UN forces moved toward Chunchon Choyang and Hwachon while British and Canadian units advanced westward.

Tom Stone Tokyo Korea Red Choyang River Cross Red Korea Edward M. Almond Chunchon Moch Huib Eighth Army James A. van Fleet Willie G. Barnard Almond 10Th Corps Chinsso Prise Mand Tha Choyang River Rapyong Seoul Hwachon Briish Uionghu Seow Ward Ren

Bradley Upholds HST's Judgment In MacArthur Row

General Omar Bradley told senators that MacArthur and Norahayula were treated in a biased manner as the dismissal of MacArthur was scrutinized. He disclosed U S Korea casualties totaling 141,959 with 72,678 non battle and 10,600 killed in action. Bradley criticized the handling of the dismissal and noted tensions in the inquiry, while expressing some agreement that the process could have been better managed.

Washington Omar Bradley MacArthur Mac:ie Senate Bradley U.S Korea Vicki Paaitty Eapel m Ogersaa Iran Will Ram Bradlay Tery Meerr Matthew Ridgway

Officials Prepare Evidence in Missing Child Case

In Orange County California authorities ready grand jury indictments against Henry Bord McCracken on murder kidnapping and child stealing charges in the disappearance of 10 year old Patricia Jean Hull. Key witnesses place McCracken near Buena Park after a theater outing. McCracken denies guilt and asserts prosecutors will face a fighting chance.

Banta Ana Calit Henry Bord McCrackin Tricia Jean Hull James Musick McCracken Il Distriet James L. Davey Orange County Grand Sury Howe Ficera Tea Patrici Buena Park Ice Sradhen Buenas Park Theater Saturdas

HST Addresses Korea Strategy Control Statements

President Truman stated that military commanders, including the Eighth Army, have long controlled tactics and strategy on the Korean front. He denied any policy shift in Korea following Lt. Gen. Van Fleet’s assertion of no irritation on the front. Secretary Acheson elaborated at yesterday’s briefing on Chinese peace talks and U.S. positions.

Korea Ines 4 van Fleet Eighth Army Trumen Acheson

Building Boom Drives Dothan Home Growth Since 1947

City records show 1,504 residential units planned or under construction since March 1947, with $12,461,900 spent on carpentry and $3,836,382 for new homes and retail spaces. The postwar surge continues as four months into 1951 already tally $2,282,475 in building outlays and major projects like the Baptist Church annex and Colonial Bakery add to the total.

Eh Driggers Theerly Rothan Anit Kant Dothan First Baptist Church E. J. Ford Exe

House committee advances draft tax boosts in early plan

The Ways and Means panel pushed toward a 7.2 billion tax hike draft after approving a 12 percent rise in individual income taxes. The package also broadens corporate excess profits tax by about 1.72 billion annually, sparking Republican complaints of backroom drafting and party unity. The plan keeps the top government take at 20 percent of income, projects 2.8 billion in annual revenue, and raises the overall corporate tax cap to 70 percent. It may still reach the White House by autumn.

Francis J. Kelly Washington House Ways and Means Committee Caucur Richard M. Simpson R-Pa Reed New York White House

Youths Face Curfew in Marietta Curfew Ruling

A Marietta juvenile court ordered an 11 year old to obey a curfew after a judge cited parents working night shifts at a Pewis activated chamber plant. The case reflects local efforts to regulate youth activity amid late hours.

Marietta Hi Moxey Seat

True Bill Names Kin Of Drinkard In Parole Probe

Emmett Wood of Washington County surrendered to authorities in a statewide parole probe. Roy Drinkard, brother of former Alabama Parole Board member Bull Drinkard, was indicted for perjury after allegedly swearing he did not influence parole decisions. Waldrop, a Cullman dealer, faced similar charges. Indictments, issued by a Montgomery grand jury, stem from testimony before the legislative committee.

Cullman Ala Roy Drinkard Alabama Parole Board Bull Drinkard Sherrie W. C. Waldrap Cale R Capital Drinkard Cullman County Montgomery County Grang Jury Legislative Committee Deane Fulsom James Folsom Greg Vinson

Atomic Shell Use On Reds In Korea Urged By Solon

Rep Overton Brooks argues the United States has developed an atomic artillery shell to strike Chinese forces in Korea. Reports say two experimental shell designs exist with a third in development, but production and battlefield deployment remain unsettled. Military officials decline comment while some officials see Korea as a testing ground for atomic weapons.

Korea Solon Omalmington Overten Brooks US2 United States Nources Atomic Energy Comain Wen Brooks Femesma James Eroper Washington State Department New York Daily Worker Edwin ©. Johnson D-Cole Johnson United Nations

Truman urges $8 billion fund to curb Soviet conquest

President Truman urged Congress to authorize up to 8 billion dollars in loans and aid to strengthen allied defense, prop up free economies, and pressure the Soviet Union to abandon aggression. He framed the move as a defense of mutual security and a safeguard against a divided world.

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Houston Soldier Wins High Medal

James Godfrey, a Houston serviceman, is awarded a high medal for bravery. The ceremony honors his courage during active duty with the Cepes unit, recognizing his distinguished service and personal valor in the field.

Houston James Godfrey Cepes

Unclear fragment hints at price controls and official actions

A fragmented report mentions government price controls and actions by officials including a Price Director and Dr Balle. It references estimated funds and manufacturing details amid unspecified crops and mid April conditions.

Michael Balle Nansfecturert Machine General Ry

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