Reds Mass Four Crack Divisions East Of Chinju Crossing Of River
North Korean forces crossed the Naktong river east and southeast of Sangju, forming a new “line of no retreat” as an eighth army communique warned. Massed four crack divisions were reported east of Chinju for a push toward Pusan while another four-divisions threat loomed near Waegwan and Taegu. American planes hit armored units near the Naktong and U.S. artillery shelled Red columns as the big offensive appeared near.
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SEOUL
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25th Division
Masan
15th
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London Markets Strikes Prompt Possible Smithfield Closure
The London markets draw crowds as Covent Garden Billingsgate and Smithfield supply daily needs. Smithfield faced a 3000 worker strike and 2700 servicemen reassigned, with a British Cabinet plan to consider closing the market and redistributing duties among other London establishments. Smithfield’s history as Smoothfield, site of jousts and executions, adds cultural weight to the news.
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Three Canadian Destroyers Escorting US Troopships to Korea
TOKYO Aug. 5 Three Canadian destroyers operating in Korean waters have been assigned to duty escorting American troopships to a South Korean port. The Canadian destroyers have not yet engaged North Korean Communists.
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Urges Arming Of Japs In Wartime Debate
Washington talks on arming Germans and Japanese to defend against possible Communist attack. Senator Magnuson proposes voluntary enlistment of Japanese in U S armed forces, seeking USCENT hearing. Other senators favor creating an international police force with German and Japanese units.
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Korea
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foreign relations committee
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navy
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army
defence department
Dollar Shy Countries Trim Wheat Purchases Across Pact
Dollar shy nations curb wheat buys under the 42 nation multilateral pact. Canada reports 180 million of 205 million bushels sold. the United States moved 156 million of 235.8 million. Australia and France fared better. Germany and Italy show large shortfalls. Brazil bought far less than its quota as dollar constraints bite.
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Elizabeth to Welcome Second Child Soon in London
Buckingham Palace sources say Princess Elizabeth is close to giving birth, with nurse Helen Rowe expected at Clarence House on Monday. The birth would be the couple’s second child and third in line to the throne, as Prince Charles awaits a brother or sister.
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Malik Threatens Exercise Veto If Aims Frustrated
In New York, Malik, after seven months away, returns to preside over the UN Security Council and proposes a ceasefire, withdrawal of foreign troops, and the presence of both North Korea and China. US and British delegates call the move irregular and say only the South Korean government belongs at the council table. Malik warns decisions on Korea require all five permanent powers and may be subject to a veto, while defending the legality of past council actions and urging representation of both Koreas.
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North Korea
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Gladwyn Jebb
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Beet Cheque Brings Additional Sugar Beet Payment
A new sugar beet payment of $1 per ton for 328000 tons delivered in 1949 is mailed to 1439 growers. This raises total 1949 beet payments to $1250 per ton with one or two more payments possible. Initial payment was $10 per ton, followed by $1 in February and 50 cents in March. Sugar movement is brisk as the preserving season runs its course. stocks are expected to clear by October with new sugar going into storage. Farmers welcome the cash to cover harvest expenses.
Jet plane explodes over English Channel in public display
A U S Air Force Thunderjet fighter plane exploded in mid air over the English Channel while thousands watched from Kent and coast. The pilot was killed according to United States third air division headquarters. Witnesses described a colossal roar and debris raining down like bits of paper.
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England
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Social Credit MLLA leader Norman E Cook Dies
Norman E. Cook longtime leader of Social Credit MLLA for Olds since 1940 died in Olds hospital at age 61. His death was reported as a notable loss to the local political movement and community.
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Aix
Norman E. Cook
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