Army Birthday Reflects Growth From Volunteers to Global Force
The piece marks the 176th birthday of the United States Army on June 14, tracing its origins to George Washington and detailing its evolution from a volunteer force to a vast modern organization. It highlights major conflicts from the Revolution to the World Wars and notes the Army Map Service in Brookmont, Maryland as an example of essential support.
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Evolution of U S Army Weapons Through Time
The passage traces military progress from muskets and muzzle loaders to semi automatic rifles and modern artillery, noting greater firepower and long range capabilities. It highlights the ongoing mission to defend frontiers, preserve liberty, and the enduring spirit of soldiers. It closes with a biblical verse from I Chronicles 17:26.
Reds Must Meet UN Terms For Peace
The article argues that peace talks over Korea hinge on UN terms and warns against linking Formosa or Chinese Communist entry into the UN with Korea. It notes U S and Britain reject trading peace on those questions and cites Acheson’s testimony supporting a 38th parallel as the peace dividing line with conditions for UN access to Red territory.
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The David Lawrence Dispatch Key Message Missing In Mac Story
A Mac story from The David Lawrence Dispatch misses a key message. The article provides partial details and focuses on the missing element, seeking clarification and presenting limited context about the incident.
MacArthur Korea Fate In January Ordered Evacuation Debate
The article outlines key dispatches between the joint chiefs and General MacArthur regarding Korea and Japan in late 1950 and early 1951. It notes omissions in Senate records, claims MacArthur was ordered to abandon Korea, and cites requests for reinforcements and strategic options including use of air power, naval action, and potential evacuations. It highlights Truman's prior approvals and the tension over whether to stay or evacuate.
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Rusk Critiqued for China Speech Edits in Notebook
Washington notes report Assistant Secretary of State Dean Rusk overedited China policy speeches by others and then tried to edit his own. The piece highlights the risk of relying on a single copy editor for all political messaging. The column also notes Mrs. Ethel Murrell of Miami as new president of the National Women’s party advocating equality under the law and ending automatic spousal legal invisibility.
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Capitol Dome Reasons Back Of Bonus Bill Defeat
Wisconsin lawmakers traced the defeated veterans bonus to a deferred plan seen as offering no immediate benefit and facing budget and tax constraints. World War II veterans dissent and a clash with tax relief priorities framed the vote. An ice box auction cash note and pacifist quips closed the piece.
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Johnson and Truman reconnect amid cabinet shifts and rumors
Washington rumor column notes Louey Johnson's calm resignation as defense secretary after leaving the cabinet. Johnson speaks with Truman following tensions over MacArthur, while East Coast senators oppose Karst's Missouri appointment and back Hendon of Maryland for the Interstate Commerce post.
U S Holds Big Stick Over Reds After Smith Act Rulings
Washington reports that the Supreme Court upheld 11 top Communist leaders in conspiracy to overthrow the government under the Smith Act. The ruling clears the way for prosecutions of others but does not outlaw the party. Government aims to test broader charges while avoiding a party-wide crackdown.
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Reductions urged by Chamber board in hotel meeting
The Chamber of Commerce board adopted a resolution urging reductions in non defense expenditures by federal state and local governments at a Hotel Linker meeting last evening. Two vacancies exist in La Crosse civilian pilot training per Marshall A. Goff of the State Teachers College.
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La Crosse County School to Receive Increased Funding
The La Crosse county agricultural school will get $8,000 yearly instead of $4,000. A water supply investigation led the railroad commission to urge La Crosse to build an entirely new system, including a reservoir on a bluff east of town as proposed by the committee.
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