Truman Appeals to Congress for Korea War Mobilization
President Truman told Congress he seeks authority to partially mobilize the nation and raise funds. He requests 10 billion dollars for the armed forces and later a tax raise. He urged lifting legal limits on military size, hinted at price controls, and wants materials diverted for defense. He authorizes active duty for National Guard and reserve units as needed.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
Contess
Korea
Défense
Louis Johnson
National Guard
Local Firemen Reorganizing Amid Charter Changes
City manager cites unworkable provisions as Grafton Volunteer Fire Association surrenders its charter. City council accepts the state charter for the Volunteer department and appoints firemen to form a social organization to draft by laws under city supervision. Names named for experience and longevity include Proctor Layman Eisner Willhide Devers Robinson Orr Appel Stemple Johnson Kell Carrico Gamsiager Peters Snyder Beall Burcus Clayton.
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Grafton
Curley J. Eisner
Victor C. Willhide
William Devers
Ray O. Robinson
M. G. Orr
Harold Appel
Paul Stemple
Raymond Johnson
Clarence Kell
Donald Carrico
Joe Gamsiager
James H. Peters
George Snyder
William Beall
James Burcus
C. W. Clayton
Traffic plan eyed for Grand and High streets
Gerkin reports continued discussion with council and Hatch on a traffic scheme. One-way traffic proposals target Grand and High streets to manage rush season auto flow and improve safety on the busy routes.
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Page One Council
Hatch
End of a Red Tank Three Photos Show NK Tank Destroyed
International Army Radio reports three photos from the Korean warfront Western region showing destruction of a North Korean tank by an F 80 jet fighter. The first blast is a miss, the second hits nearer, and the third delivers a direct hit.
Cemetery workers seek workers compensation coverage
A report notes a cemetery worker was injured when rock struck him while digging a grave. It states cemetery workers are not covered by Workmen's Compensation and that the council passed a resolution to bring all employees under those laws.
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Covington
Moderation Debate Shapes Wartime Economic Policy
Readers hear cautions against rushing into wartime controls while supporting a moderate course. Ohio senator Robert Taft and Representative Joseph Martin urge paying Korea's costs from current taxes. Democratic Senate leader Scott Lucas says Truman's emergency steps will be debated next week with quick approval anticipated.
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Ohio
Robert Tait
Senate
House
Joseph Martin
Massachusetts
Truman
Scott Lucas Ofllinois
City Planning Commission Needs Two New Members
Two vacancies remain on the City Planning Commission as of last night. Paul Malone and Claude Ebert were present. they have been informed Wat they are to select candidates for the two positions. Mr. Curry will arrange meetings with the chosen appointees. Tienite is referred to as brown coal in Europe.
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City Planning Commission
Paul, Malone
Claude Ebert
Commission
Wat
Curry
Republican ideals rally on foreign policy and Korea crisis
A fragment shows Organ pledging to fight to reestablish Republican principles and avert another crisis like Korea, endorsing a firm foreign policy and warnings against totalitarianism as he speaks on campaign themes.
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Korea
Republican Party
Organ
Franco Orders Cancellations of Leaves and Army Callups
Franco reportedly orders cancellation of military leaves and calls up four army classes after a Madrid cabinet meeting assessing the grave impact of Korean hostilities on the European situation and international security. The move signals intensified wartime readiness amid global tensions.
Political nomination gains solid backing in race
Backers say the candidacy has strong momentum with supporters rallying behind the bid. The campaign emphasizes experience and readiness to lead, signaling a competitive race as official ballots approach.
Voters in county seek recognition for district congressman
A fragmented line notes that voters in the county feel a Republican congressman from Ohio should not be the only recognized figure in the district and urge broader acknowledgment of other sections.
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Cinge Tapte
Ohio
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