Canada Mourns Death of Mackenzie King Leader of Free World
Canada mourns William Lyon Mackenzie King, long serving prime minister and pivotal figure in nationhood. He died at Kingsmere Quebec after a prolonged illness, with tributes from global capitals and a state funeral planned in Ottawa. Body to lie in state Tuesday and be buried Thursday beside his parents in Mount Pleasant. King led the Liberal party for 29 years with two short interruptions, shaping 20th century Canada.
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Invaders Attack Along 150 Mile Korean Front
North Korean forces pressed along a 150 mile front from Taejon to Yongdok as U S and South Korean defenders repulsed multiple assaults. The 2nd Infantry Division spearheaded attacks near Poun and Hamchang while U S tanks and artillery aided to blunt advances. Allies conducted air strikes as battles raged across central and southwest Korea.
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Atlantic Pact Nations to Meet Tomorrow on Defence Plan
London July 24 The 12 Atlantic Pact countries move to a five point program to bolster western defence amid Korea crisis. Charles M Spofford of the United States will chair the new Atlantic Pact council and push rapid arming in line with President Truman’s urgency message.
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Butterflies as Table Decorations Your BBC Engineer Adopts
John Ridley, BBC engineer and amateur naturalist, bred swallowtails and photographed their life stages. He found these butterflies make unusual table decorations, staying on flowers in a vase filled with nectar and water, creating a sugary display from morning to night. The St John River, a major Atlantic estuary, features in the back page continuation.
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Governor General Alexander to fly to Mackenzie King funeral
Viscount Alexander and Lady Alexander suspend their British Columbia holiday to fly to Ottawa for the state funeral of Mackenzie King. Alexander called King a great Canadian and a dear personal friend. After the funeral they will return to join their children.
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Many Tributes to Late P. M. Mackenzie King
Tributes flooded in from across Canada and the world for William Lyon Mackenzie King, whose death from pneumonia ends a forty year public career. Messages from King and Queen, Viscount Alexander, Prime Ministers Attlee and St Laurent, President Truman, and many political rivals attest to his immense influence on Canada and the Commonwealth. The report notes tributes continue on Cage Two.
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King Mackenzie King Dies at 75 in Ottawa Estate Details
Former Prime Minister Mackenzie King died Saturday night at 75 in Ottawa. He amassed about 300 acres and two halls at Kingsmere near Ottawa, plus Laurier House on Laurier Avenue. His estate includes valued paintings, furniture, and art pieces to be distributed after his death.
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End of Mackenzie King era noted by St Laurent
Prime Minister St Laurent mourns the death of Rt. Hon. William Lyon Mackenzie King calling it the end of an era. He recalls King’s aim for national autonomy, unity, and pride in Canada, acknowledging the shock of the passing and its historical significance. Continued on Page Two.
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Relations With Press Friendly King A Shy Man
Ottawa July 24 Former Prime Minister Mackenzie King who died Saturday night at 45 was a former newspaper man and an honorary life member of the parliamentary press gallery. He avoided regular press meetings but valued the press to reach the people. He defended a daily parliamentary questioning routine and conducted press affairs with assurance. He appointed war correspondents to honors and became an honorary life member of the press gallery in 1944.
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Navy reports seven submarine sightings off Canada coast
Navy spokesman says seven sightings reported to date with the latest as recent as last night off Canada's east coast. Ontario cabinet to meet in Ottawa for William Lyon Mackenzie King's funeral with half mast flags. London ponders memorial tribute in Whitehall. Halifax reports search for unidentified submarine near coast. British Columbia premier to attend Ottawa funeral. North Korean communists claim Mokpo and Namwon gains per radio. MacArthur HQ notes the towns were contested.
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