Thousands Line Toronto Streets As King Buried
William Lyon Mackenzie King was buried at Mount Pleasant cemetery beside his parents after a national tribute in Toronto. Tens of thousands lined the six mile route as Cabinet ministers, premiers, and dignitaries attended a brief service led by Rev. Burnett. The city turned into a quiet, solemn spectacle in honor of the prime minister.
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The Last Days of Hitler reviewed in England
British professor H R Trevor-Roper’s study on Hitler’s fate confirms he died by his own hand in the Berlin bunker with Eva Braun and their bodies buried in the Chancellery garden. A second edition adds an intro addressing the ashes disposal, a point London Economist notes may have practical implications.
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England
Eva Braun
London Economist
How Low Can a Neckline Get in Rome
In Rome on July 36 AP reports Italy's Interior Ministry faces a fresh controversy over fashion as three deputies demand a ruling on what constitutes modest attire. Signora Toussan defends women’s fashion while accusing Scalfaro and Sampietro of attempted violence for pressing moral limits during a noisy restaurant dispute.
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Oscar Luigi Scalfaro
Umberto Sampietro
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Mario Scelba
Missing U S Plane Down Near Oshima Island
A US general headquarters cargo plane with 23 aboard, en route from Tokyo to Kyushu, went down in the sea about eight miles south of Oshima, with one survivor. Four correspondents aboard include Stephen Simmons, Max Philenenko, James Supple, and James Hicks. Search forces activated, third rescue squadron alerted.
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Manchester Guardian
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Leopold Returns to Belgium Amid Welcome and Threats
King Leopold returned from five years exile to a mixed reception. Belgians planted bombs on railway beds and nailed highways along his planned procession route while others greeted him at the Brussels palace. He waved to his daughter Princess Josephine-Charlotte as crowds observed in silence during his drive through the city.
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Train Meeting in Transit Shapes Korea Stance
In Toronto a cabinet meeting held aboard a moving train reviewed Canada's Korea position amid offers of ground support to the UN by Commonwealth partners. With Mackenzie King funeral in view, Prime Minister St Laurent led 15 or 16 ministers to consider the UN force idea while reserving Ottawa’s ground troops. Canada adds a transport squadron and three destroyers to UN aid efforts, awaiting Security Council leadership.
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Mackenzie King Laid To Rest In Nation's Memory
Fifty thousand mourners lined Ottawa streets as Mackenzie King, prime minister for over two decades, was honored at a state funeral. His coffin lay in state in Parliament Hill halls for two days before a train bore him to Toronto for burial amid gun salutes and royal guards. The service in St Andrew's Presbyterian Church featured tributes from friends and officials.
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MacArthur Visits Korean Front Ambitious Victory Hopes Rise
General MacArthur makes a second surprise tour of the Korean battlefront and voices strong confidence in ultimate victory. He welcomes Britain Australia and New Zealand aiding the effort and meets with top officers including Lt Gen Walton Walker amid talks of possible reinforcements.
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New Zealand
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Funeral Train Draws Quiet Crowd Across Ontario
A Mackenzie King funeral train passes from Ottawa to Toronto with 15 cars as thousands gather in fields and stations to bid farewell. Cabinet ministers and relatives ride aboard while spectators watch from Smiths Falls to Ottawa and Toronto, their silent tribute reflecting the nation’s respect for Mr King.
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Churchill Warns House on Britain Defense After Vote
London's July 27 report says Winston Churchill warned the House of Commons that Britain has no current equipment capable of withstanding Soviet armored advances in a wide war. His secret-session motion was defeated 296 to 295 with Foreign Secretary Bevin’s presence aiding victory. Churchill noted American atomic superiority and expressed cautious hope for averting a third world war.
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Britain to send combat troops to Korea in new UN call
A British army combat group including artillery and armor is set to join the Korea war effort as UN allies consider larger forces. Australia New Zealand and Turkey may also send land troops, with London hinting at brigades possibly ranging 1000 to 5000 men. U S officials warn more manpower is needed quickly to relieve exhausted American and South Korean forces.
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Truman Says U S Not Ready to Use Atomic Bomb
President Truman said he is not now considering deploying the atomic bomb in the Korean War. He cautioned against immediate mobilization measures while noting world peace remains his goal. He referenced Baruch's proposal for ceiling on everything and the congressional split over broader mobilization.
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Chinese forces foil plot to land on Taitain Island
A Nationalist spokesman said Chinese Communist efforts to land on Taitan Island near Formosa were thwarted by Chinese warships and ground defenders. The report notes that all was quiet.
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Red Amo
Brother’s newspaper fold honors soldier in service
New Haven July 27 morning edition folded backward by a newsboy who is Sgt. William Kelly’s brother. His brother is on active duty and Kelly’s photo appeared on the back page.
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New Haven Journal Courier
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Commonwealth May Unite Troops Into A Full Division
Reuters reported that a Commonwealth division formed from Britain Australia and New Zealand troops could be created this week for Korea. Beale urged mobilization of industry for all out war as Australia began recruiting for Korea and announced the destroyer Warramuneca would sail. About 100 men applied in Sydney in hours and parliament not summoned to discuss the troop decision.
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Korea's Biggest Battle May Be Soon Under Way
South Korean counterattack drives northern Communists back seven miles in Hamchang area as plane and artillery support aid the defense. U.S. 25th Division repels infiltrators behind lines while MacArthur vows eventual victory. Red forces threaten Yongdong and key supply routes as front activity stalls along the 200 mile front.
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How Smart Can A Person Get
Max Rosenthal a grocer in Washington proved a point by selling sugar at 98 cents for five pounds drawing a long queue while nearby grocers sold five pounds for 59 cents Rosenthal said he wanted to show price does not matter and the rush lasted about four hours with roughly 800 pounds sold
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Six Die in B 25 Crash Near Oakley Kas During Storm
Six men were killed when a twin engine B 25 light bomber crashed in a violent thunderstorm near Oakley Kansas late Wednesday. The plane went down in a pasture about 12 miles southeast of Oakley, tearing the aircraft to pieces and scattering wreckage over two acres. There were no survivors.
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Woman Turns Over WWII Lockers. Detonators Found
Mrs. David B. Rosenbaum donated two WWII footlockers to the Salvation Army in Chicago. Contents surprised staff when a land mine two hand grenades and detonating caps were discovered inside, prompting likely safety measures and an abrupt end to the attic clearance.
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CHICAGO
David B. Rosenbaum
Salvation Army
North Korean Forces Mass for New Assault Near Sector
Tokyo reports Gen. Douglas MacArthur's headquarters say North Korean troops and armor massed by night for a knockout blow in central defence lines. Early release notes lull along the front but ongoing enemy pressure suggests regrouping for renewed assault.
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TOKYO
United States
Forces recapture Ha dong as Red sweep slowed
On the peninsula's southeastern tip American and South Korean troops aided by close air support recaptured Ha dong about 70 miles west of Pusan. Hadong marked the deepest eastward Red advance amid the Yellow Sea coast. Near Hamchang further pressure saw South Korean forces push Communist troops north of the town with close air support. Front reports, later echoed by MacArthur HQ, indicated these actions.
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