Western pact defenses move toward integrated force
The twelve North Atlantic Pact nations push toward a unified Western Europe defense with plans for an integrated armed force. Deputies meet in London on October 15 to review political economic and military aspects while defense ministers in Washington later outline force details and appoint a chief of staff. France resists German remilitarization though broad pact support favors German strength. decisive action is urged before November Washington talks to avoid Soviet advantage.
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London
Washington
New York
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Free World
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France
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Old Home Week and Town Notes Parade
Report from around town covers a teacher touring the Heileman brewing plant during BE day activities and waving to old friends. It notes a stirring patriotic song and teenagers singing at night. Also recalls a highway accident near Mauston and Henry Ryzcek aiding the injured, plus local anecdotes about a candidate for apple queen and a reminder card from Pearl Instenes.
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Heileman Brewing Company
Red Demonstration Fizzles in Western Germany
A Bonn republic report says last Sunday’s Communist dress rehearsal for revolution failed to mobilize followers or disrupt public order. Hamburg saw about 2,000 Reds, but police actions prevented wider violence. Western Allied forces avoided deployment. The event likely aims to test Western resolve while strengthening German security planning against Soviet influence.
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Hamburg
Rimeter
Kremlin
German Republic
West
Stockpiling Push Accelerates As U S Board Expands Funds
Washington reports the munitions board moves to speed stockpiling of strategic materials with a proposed 1951 appropriation of 1.189 billion dollars, up from 565 million, and a new policy to pay any amount above world price when justified by urgent national security needs, under Buy American rules.
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Clarke Beach
Associated Press
Congress
John R. Steelman
Hubert Howard
Marshall's Move Redefines U S National Security Roles
George C. Marshall becomes Secretary of Defense signaling shifts in the National Security Council and the North Atlantic Alliance defense planning. The NSC chaired by the president includes the VP, state and defense chiefs, with a NSRB secretary assessing manpower and material sufficiency to back policy and force.
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George Fielding Eliot
George C. Marshall
National Security Council
Defense Council
North Atlantic Alliance
Secretary of Defense
National Security Resources Board
Secretary of State
Marshall as Defense Chief Elevates NSC and Alliance Strategy
The text argues Marshall will reshape national security policy by balancing state and defense roles, giving the NSC real power, and ensuring joint chiefs’ views reach the president. It notes Symington’s full-time NLRB chairmanship, Johnson’s failings, and Marshall’s potential to lead NATO policy with stronger coordination and credibility.
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General Marshall
Acheson
National Security Council
National Security Resources Board
Stuart Symington
Symington
NLRB
John Steelman
Truman
Acheson Atmosphere Of Calm Humor Under Fire
Washington notes reveal Dean Acheson using television to monitor Warren Austin in New York and to offer quick replies to Soviet exchanges. The piece also covers George N. Craig’s American Legion leadership and hints at national defense topics from Korea to narcotics policy led by Harry Anslinger.
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Secretary of State
Dean Acheson
Acheson
Taft
Wherry
Olney
Warren Austin
Malik
Pearson Security Council
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Lake Success
Warren
United States
Atlantic
American Legion
George N. Craig
Brazil
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George Craig
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U.S.A
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Harry Anslinger
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Russia
Anslinger
Pearl Harbor
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Ottawa
Rotterdam
Berlin
Paris
Murder, Inc
Louis Lepke
George Ade
Simeon Ford
Grand Union
Mr. Ford
Why A Hotel Becomes Your Favorite
A travel article argues that hotel popularity stems from people not rooms. Friendly staff, consistent service, and genuine hospitality secure repeat guests. a strong top management ethos and memorable staff figures like bellhops shape guest loyalty.
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