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Kingsport Times

Location

Kingsport, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1950

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Russians Demand U S Forces Quit Korea War

Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko urged the United Nations Security Council to demand the unconditional withdrawal of American armed forces from Korea. Tass quoted him calling US actions armed aggression and a hostile act against peace as Washington prepared a State Department response.

London Russia United Nations Security Council Korea United States Andrei A. Gromyko United Nations Security Council Tass Washington State Department Gromyko Cireles Gombrot Far East

Conflicting Reports On Fighting In Korea

War brief notes US troops may be drawn into action as Tokyo and Suwon airfield fall to North Korea. MacArthur HQ spokesman says Communist victory followed daylong clash across four or five NK divisions. Reds push patrols south of Suwon. no clear data on nearby American units. Air sorties and B 29 raids reported. UN urged to respond. Washington vows to strengthen South Korea.

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UN Plans Coordination Effort Aims to End Korean War

United Nations officials worked through the July Fourth holiday to coordinate action to end the Korean war. The Security Council was expected to meet again Thursday to refine the plan. North Korea issued a protest note. the Soviet call for withdrawal of UN backed troops followed, with little immediate effect. A UN Korea news bulletin service will begin broadcast via BBC and the Voice of America. Washington also prepared WWII style security passes for Capitol access tomorrow.

South Korea Andre A. Gromyko Korea BBC Wales of America

Capital Honors Unknown Soldier As War Goes On

Washington observers mark Independence Day with a wreath, a speech by John Foster Dulles on interdependence, and rockets over the Washington Monument. Officials from State and Defense Departments forego days off amid Korea mobilization. Goodwill Industries crafts a wreath for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington.

Washington Washington Monument Korea Jobn Foster Dulles State Department Goodwill Industries Arlington National Cemetery

Bullard Files In State Race

Bill Freehof reports Bullard of Newport has qualified for the State Democratic committeeman post from the First Congressional District. He is the second candidate to qualify, following Herbert Walters of Morristown. Carrie Pace of Jefferson City and Joe Snow of Bristol also qualified as state Democratic committee women from the First District. Four elected two men and two women from each of the state's 16 committees.

Bill Freehof Times-News Positica M. M. Bullard Newport Sullivan Coune Bullet Herbert Hub Wailters Morristown Walters Carrie Pace Johnson Jelly Joe Snow Bristte State Democratic Committee Bullard

RFC May Take Loan In Chips Casino Falls

Washington senators Fulbright and Douglas urged the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to fund a loan of 975000 dollars for Lou Wertheimer’s Sky Room Casino at the Mapes Hotel Reno. They argued RFC’s stake in the venture could require it to raise rents and resist if the casino draws crowds, while Riverside Hotel’s 100000 dollar improvements promise class and appeal.

Washington Mort Wertheimer Lou Sky Room Reno Nevada Fulbright Ark Douglas Reconstruction Finance Corporation Fibright Senate Banking Committee Furthe Us RPC Low Mert RRC Mapes Hotel Riverside Batbright Douglas Saint

Scouts Celebrate Independence Day at Valley Forge Jamboree

National Boy Scout Jamboree attendees at Valley Forge Pa observe Independence Day with a full program. Dwight D Eisenhower scheduled for a 9 p.m. appearance to trigger a mammoth fireworks display. A 9,000-strong pageant will reenact liberty’s growth from signing of the Declaration to westward expansion on Washington’s battlefield.

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Navy tightens ship movement secrecy at Pendleton

The Eleventh Naval District announced wartime secrecy on ship movements after Washington ordered Marines of the First Division from Camp Pendleton to a war zone. All leaves at Pendleton, a Marine training base near Oceanside, are canceled as Brig. Gen. B A Craig says the division finished five weeks of field training and is ready to move. Marines would be transported by ship toward Japan, expected in about 15 days.

San Diego Calif Naval ‘District Faltow Washington Camp Pendleton Morean Camp Pendle‘tom Oceanside Sam Diegm Pirsh B. A. Craig Pendleton Japan

Sullivan County Budget Hits Snag. Court Adjourns Without Vote

Sullivan County Court adjourned after magistrates failed to approve the next fiscal year budget, voting 14 for and short of the required majority. The plan, the largest proposed spending package in county history, is set for reconsideration at an upcoming adjourned session. Chester Hall helped direct the move to address a land issue tied to a Blountville Elementary project and delayed a condemnation case. Heirs linked to land acquisition were notified as the court dealt with the sale and deed questions.

Jack Marshall Blountville Sullivan County Aes Chester “Hall lSchool Board

Holiday traffic deaths soar during four day Fourth of July period

Reported by The Associated Frese Frattie, the holiday period saw at least 345 highway fatalities and 317 drownings with 75 other accidents across the nation. Officials warned the death toll could surpass early Safety Council forecasts as vehicles exceeded 35 million by midnight. State tallies list high counts in Michigan, Illinois, California, and New York, with fatalities occurring roughly every ten minutes.

National Safety Council M. C Anky New Hamepshire Ventiels Albiona Arkansas Californid Culerside Connecticut Florida Georgia Idaho Tithiois Indiana Town Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Wgssissippa

Weather For Fourth Celebrations Across Regions

Weather for the Fourth held generally favorable for outdoor festivities with parades and picnics. Some showers appeared in the Ohio Valley and parts of the North Atlantic States and upper Michigan, while most areas enjoyed clear skies and mild to warm temperatures. Forecaster EH Kenny in Chicago described conditions as pleasant across the upper Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes regions.

Ohio Valley North Atlantic States Upper Michigan Peninsula Orlghams Upper Mississippi Valley Great Lakes EH. &. Kenny Chicago

US Forces In Korea Sign In Action For First Time

General MacArthur headquarters reports United States Army forces entered combat late yesterday in the unprovoked invasion of South Korea. The front near Suwon remains undefined with minor shifts elsewhere. Plans provide automatic supply lines including toothpaste and toilet articles to combat units. The United States Army Forces in Korea USAFTE is formed as a major Far East Command component under General Masen Dean. Brig. Gen. Cramp Car commands the Pusan base and USAPIK alignment is noted.

Tokyo MacArthur United States Army South Korea Nuit Suwon United States Army Forces, In Korea Usafte Major Combane Far East Command Far East Cannan Masen William Dean Usapik Cramp Car Sear

Property Evaluation Soars In Sullivan

A county study by the Tax Equalization Board shows Sullivan County property values rising by about 1.5 to 2 million dollars, with assessments in many districts incomplete. The board will reconvene on July 16 to finalize district valuations and hear complaints, while Keokuk County's totals await completion and may rise by 1.5 to 2 million. Signed by E. B. Fuller, chairman.

Sulivan County Tax Equalization Board Vatlee Baurlivation Board Agaiy Peyort Kikeim Camset E. 38.Fuller, Chaiman County Wax Equalration Board

U.S. Ends Year with Multi-Billion Deficit

The 12 months ended saw a deficit near 5.22 billion dollars, with total spending about 40.1 billion while revenue lagged, despite defense costs being lower than earlier projections. Treasury notes a revenue drop tied to a late-year recession, and the debt hovered around 9.58 trillion.

Treasury Qmuxt Secretary of the Treasury Snyder Iast Cannery National Defense Air Force Army Navy

Piston Engines May Replace Jet Planes in Combat Use

Washington reports discuss reactivating World War II piston fighters for duty due to weather and terrain. F-80s have flown low to avoid mountains while jets struggle with fuel and radar limits. Lessons from early North Korean clashes suggest propeller aircraft offer longer range and simpler operations, potentially sidelining radar-equipped jets.

Washingtom Pases Japan South Korea Republic Air ‘National Guard

iPenn-Dixie Union Meet Set to Push Settlement

iPenn-Dixie Cement workers strike drifted into seventh day with 300 idle. A Thursday mediation session in Bristol will include plant superintendent M T OGomer AFL union officials and a federal mediator to settle wage and retirement issues after a Sunday meeting failed. The outcome could affect local Bristol construction and supply chains if the stoppage continues.

Penn-Dixie Cement Corporation M. T. Ogomer AFL

Marines Ordered Out To Reinforce Japan

Washington reports orders for Marines to join General MacArthur as U S forces reinforce in Asia. Release notes B 29 bombers from the west coast aiding anticommunist efforts and places Marines from Felt California and Spokane Washington to Far East bases. MacArthur has committed part of his four infantry divisions to Morea with plans to deploy the First Marine Division to Asia.

Washington Douglas Macarthur Japan Furea West March Felt Cali Spokane Wash U.S Far East Macarthur Morea Asia Korea Mack Arthur

Oklahoma Fair Weather For Primary Holiday Ballot

Oklahoma City reports fair skies as voters select candidates in a large holiday primary. Center stage is Elmer Thomas seeking a fifth Senate term against Democrat Mike Monroney in a crowded field of 212 races across federal state and local contests. Ballot turnout may exceed 350000 with Oklahoma’s first holiday primary on record.

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