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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1950
Page
1
Communist forces in Northwest Korea throw fresh Chinese troops and a Manchurian based new Soviet jet Uprier against United Nations units. The drive pressures Allied lines as clashes intensify with ground and air forces engaged in ongoing fighting.
General MacArthur warned the Korean conflict risks gravest international consequences as Chinese forces and units from Manchuria press near the Yalu. U.S. pilots reported MiG-15 activity near Antung while Marines and Seventh Division maneuver near reservoir south of the border. Casualty figures cited: 235,000 enemy and 135,000 prisoners.
Washington AP report states Senator Murray predicts a next Congress push to repeal Taft Hartley if the upcoming election results favor him. He heads a Senate labor subcommittee and argues a voter wave could return the act to the books with modifications. Taft Hartley faces renewed political strength as labor groups rally around its repeal.
Alabama voters head to the polls for a general election with the focus on the U S Senate race. Retired Navy officer Hill Crommelin, running as an Independent, asserts strong support while Democratic nominees Gordon Persons and James Allen face Republican challengers. turnout expected near 200000 as six constitutional amendments appear on the ballot and other races draw less attention.
The Interstate Commerce Commission was asked to order a 20 percent reduction in railroad freight rates on scrap scrap iron shipped from the South. The petition was filed by the Institute of Scrap Iron and Steel to aid about 173 members. The group argued postwar general freight rates favored barge line access, giving some dealers an advantage over those relying on rail transport.
Indian envoy in Lhasa reports that the Dalai Lama and the Buddhist priest government still control the Tibetan capital. He notes rumors of an elderly regent and Chinese forces denied. Tibetan delegation in India seeks talks to maintain Tibet as a surrogate state under Beijing.
Observers in Seoul believe the Chinese Communists may withdraw from Korea after looting and disabling North Korea's power plants and infrastructure. UN sources report signs of a shift as shifts in Manchuria and pressure from China emerge, while some say supplies and regimental records suggest possible disengagement.
Temperatures fell below freezing across Wiregrass with a low near 31 degrees at the Municipal Airport early Saturday. Observers noted the coldest reading around 2:30 a.m. as a cold front moved through Friday night. Meat heating systems ran on full time as temperatures dropped, with gardeners noting damage to late summer gardens and an early start to winter varieties.
About 10 200 qualified electors in the county are expected to vote in the district primaries. The District Two race features Elmon Ole Earl Grace from Cottonwood and Bil Beun ley from Asfford for the vacant post after Ralph Cameron’s death. The Democratic Executive Committee will name the party’s nominee for records. Major contest includes John G Crommelin Jr independent challenging Sen Lister Hill. Five Democratic candidates including Carolan Persons face GOP opposition. seven Democrats are unopposed. Voting opens 8 a m closes at 7 p m. certain beats use paper ballots closing at 5 p m. voting machines at other stations.
Reported burglary at Stephenson's Store on Hartford Highway during the night. Investigating officers found missing papers about eight miles from the scene on the Fadete Road as part of the raid, with Unieves quoted as drawing another blank in the search.
Mobile County three circuit judges dissolved the county grand jury investigating vice and gambling at the request of State Attorney General Albert A. Carmichael who called the jury a cat's paw for disappointed political actions. The writ ordered adjournment. the jury cannot issue a report or indict. The move follows Carmichael's five page statement and 15 jurors disbanded after the order.
Washington dispatch notes diplomats watch Americans voting in a pivotal postwar test of U S foreign policy. Republicans attack administration handling of Korea and Communism, aiming to curb aid programs and NATO policy while highlighting Taft and Millikin races. Nationwide elections will determine Senate, House seats and governors, shaping the internationalist vs isolationist balance.
London report quotes a Soviet spokesman claiming Russians have mastered atomic energy secrets. He says Soviet scientists have achieved breakthroughs and are tackling problems to advance energy and defense goals. The remarks were made during a Moscow event commemorating a Bolshevik anniversary.
President Truman declared the free nations will not let Communist imperialism swallow up true peoples. He spoke at a ceremony dedicating a Liberty Bell replica made by Annecy, France, and presented to Independence. He urged universal voting and warned of Communist aggression in Korea while praising democratic gains and collective bargaining.
A French mountain authority said there is absolutely no hope of survivors from the India constellation crash into Mount Blanc. Puerto Rico guardsmen were demobilized after aiding search over a wide alpine area. The plane, carrying 48 aboard, crashed at about 15 008 feet height.
United States reported to the United Nations that the Chinese Communist army is in Korea and asked for a special Security Council meeting. MacArthur named China as the alien Communist troops fighting UN forces. the Tokyo communique avoided naming Peiping. The ambassador said a council session could be called Wednesday to discuss the issue amid treaty-violation charges and potential Soviet moves.
The report outlines U S plans proposed to pressure China to end its intervention in Korea. Emphasis centers on seeking UN action to brand Peiping as aggressor and to demand withdrawal of troops. MacArthur reportedly rejected the proposal, despite discussions of a possible joint plan to compel Chinese forces to leave the peninsula.
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