20 Dec 1950
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Newspaper
Independent Long Beach
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1950
Page
1
World War II era item reports Britain and the United States observing a Soviet plan for a large submarine fleet. Jane's Fighting Ships notes a possible 1500 modern submarines and seven to nine battleships in the long term, with persistent reports of an expanding surface fleet.
President Truman hinted at seeking renomination in 1952 and urged Democratic unity amid world crisis. He spoke at a dinner honoring Senate Leader Lucas and Whip Myers, noting that public men serve only while the people keep them in office and stressing politics be kept out of defense efforts.
The Ropczycki brothers of Lakewood are home on 30 day furloughs from Army hospitals. Mike, 19, lost both arms above the elbow November 1 near Pyongyang while attached to a First Division mortar company. Gerald, 18, was wounded September 18 in North Korea. Mike recalls a brutal battle on Bugle Hill where 40 men survived out of about 3200 attackers.
Editorial argues government price freeze mutes market signals as GM withholds sales to seek clarity on the ruling. Notes the S650 million after tax profit last year and the dispute over public relations and policy timing.
Former President Herbert Hoover will discuss the Korean Crisis on KH station tonight between 7 and 7:30 PM. The studio announced yesterday that Hoover will speak from the station studio.
General Douglas MacArthur ordered immediate censorship of all Korean military operation news written in Japan. Col. Marion P. Echols announced that press stories radio broadcasts magazine articles and photography originating in Japan must be submitted to the headquarters press advisory division for clearance before transmission.
California public health officials warn that intensified military activity may raise venereal disease rates. The state Health Department and U S Public Health Service are cooperating on prevention while noting current incidence in California is declining.
The Defense Department asked Congress to grant President Truman sweeping authority to shut down all radio and television stations during periods of critical international relations. Violators would face fines or imprisonment. The move aims to prevent a Pearl Harbor style surprise attack amid the current world crisis.
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