28 Aug 1950
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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1950
Page
1
The Mines Ministry hinted that the ore in northern Wales might be of extremely low yield, while the Department of Saar and Industrial Research stated the ore is in no way inferior. Ten deposits are being worked by Russians in East Geria, with scientists calculating a yield of 60 Slams per 108 units, under three ounces.
New York August 26 The value of the dollar is going down again with observers split over whether a floor will be set by higher production of goods or inflation will worsen. The cost of living has risen sharply for ten weeks, and while some expect prices to rise, others foresee leveling. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes a 3 percent rise in living costs between early August and mid month, with price hikes announced on cigarettes tires shoes fuel oil toothpaste and many manufactured goods. Wholesale and retail disruptions compound shortages and price increases across raw materials and finished products.
New York court revokes bail for convicted Red leaders as 20 days pass to prepare jail terms. The Court of Appeals denied a petition for rehearing, directing the men may apply to the court for pending determinations.
Attendance for the week-long event reached 360,000 with Sundays turnout at 39,099. Art Combs of Emporia, Kansas, won the stock car race finishing in 2:68.04 as the final day highlighted the fair despite weekend rain.
Suit filed in circuit court by Elliott Brothers against Roy Elliott Truman Elliott and Ellis Hat Elliott. Petition says four men share interest in the tract and plaintiffs seek sale or division of equal shares, describing a partition action over the property between Marion and Conerio area.
Gen Douglas MacArthur proclaimed a "natural" defense line of Pacific islands from the Aleutians to the Marianas, arguing Formosa's hold or loss would shape war prospects. He warned withdrawal of his Formosa statement by President Truman, and noted U.S. naval air supremacy plus island bases are vital to deter aggression and preserve peace in the Pacific.
Dean Ness, a 32 year old Ohio native known as Macintosh One, has flown 95 missions in the Korean War. He is grounded by order to train South Korean cadets and other pilots, shifting from front line duties to instruction duties while Korean fliers convert to F-31 fighters.
AP report from New Delhi notes the Northeast India quake 13 days after strike, with about 5,000 dead and 5,000,000 homeless. Damage tops $20 million, tea industry at risk, rivers flooded, villages submerged, transport disrupted, and water supply polluted.
London reports the British government announces discovery of a vast uranium deposit in Wales potentially up to a million tons. The find is described as the largest single uranium source identified to date, with implications for national supply.
Manila calm contrasts with weekend terror that left 78 dead in guerrilla attacks in nearby towns. Guards tighten around central Luzon as rumors of fresh Huk assaults prove unfounded. Defense officials report casualties, including a three year old girl and a town aid unit leader, with about 1,000 Huks holding San Rafael briefly.
In 1946 raids aimed at a Mindanao speaking engagement by President Qui rino began with hit and run actions by opposing forces. He declined to comment. The campaigns, linked to Communist influence, led to claims by Huk leaders including Luis Taruce that they were Communists.
Paul Vance Bray of Columbia and Jana Anne Louise Roberts of Jefferson City file for marriage permits with the recorder. Dorothy Lee Rackers and John Henry LeFage fant appear in related applications as part of the Jefferson case. details show expected processing at the county recorder’s office.
Morning and evening editions counted separately yield a total of nearly one hundred daily newspapers published in Cynada. The data distinguishes editions by time of day and shows a broad print ecosystem in the region.
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