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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1951
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text reports wartime radio broadcasts and political mentions. It notes plans to send troops soon and save on numbers, with references to broadcasts over KICA MPP KHS and KN stations and a speech by Gen Ellenhowst.
An Icelandic passenger airliner with seventeen aboard disappeared near Reykjavik on Wednesday and apparently plunged into the sea a few miles from the city. Officials confirmed the fatalities as search efforts continued near the crash site.
London officials said allies should consult before any crossing of the 38th parallel. A Foreign Office spokesman confirmed that messages to General MacArthur may keep UN forces south of the line and noted Britain has not fixed a new crossing plan.
A sweeping arctic air mass from the Midwest drives record lows from Indiana and Illinois to Kentucky and Missouri with Florida and Texas also feeling the bite. Cities report historic lows as governors seek federal relief and industry slows under the deep freeze.
The Army disclosed 5300 frostbite cases in Korea as of January 1. Surgeons said most cases were mild and that only about 1275 of total frostbite patients in U S hospitals needed hospital care in Japan or the United States. The figures contrasted earlier high estimates and noted many cases were less severe.
Hong Kong report traces official Red China reaction to the U N vote labeling Korea aggression. Peiping's People Daily editorial broadcast via Peiping radio vows to continue the struggle, calling the United States a deadly enemy of world peace and promising strengthened alliances with nations friendly to China.
An immense atomic blast in Las Vegas Nevada registered as the biggest yet, its concussion rattling the city with force akin to an earthquake. Windows bulged as alarms rang and citizens flooded police with calls, according to observers downtown.
Early risers report a massive flash seen across the region as the AEC tests a blast 73 miles away. Witnesses describe a daylight lighting glare, three seismic waves, and brown clouds spreading toward the desert range. The event, seen from San Francisco Bay to Indiana Springs, continues to prompt speculation on the test site.
The page lists several sections and page references including weather, obituaries, sports, comics, editorial, and various features. It notes price freeze relaxation and directs readers to page ranges for Beach Combing, Boyle, Bridge, Classified Ads, and other departments.
SE New York Feb 2 UP The Atomic Energy Commission said tests show snow in Rochester New York measurably radioactive. Officials emphasized no danger and described radiological safety measures including surveys and patrols. Weather service is providing meteorological support to ensure safety conditions are maintained.
Allied tank assault pushes through fog to areas north of Anwang eight and a half miles south of Seoul. Counterattacks by Chinese Communist forces near Anwang challenge gains as UN drive advances about 20 miles since January. Reports note heavy enemy casualties and disputed views on whether main defenses have fallen amidst warnings of typhus risk.
Mostly clear tonight and tomorrow with local early morning fog. Slight warming tomorrow. Light variable winds becoming westerly 10 to 15 miles per hour by Saturday afternoon.
The White House said rail strikes injure national security and cannot continue. President Truman authorized Joseph Short to tell reporters that unions cannot justify halting food, fuel, and military supplies. Rail lines from New York to other cities faltered as Cincinnati faces loss of passenger service and Chicago sees limited operation amid a broad embargo on mail and freight.
Postmaster Howard Goodwin reports a partial mail embargo affecting 13 states and three cities. Parcel post and first class items over 8 ounces cannot be sent, with medical supplies exempted from first class restrictions. Second and third class publications face delivery limits in Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Connecticut Delaware Maryland Ohio Indiana Michigan Florida and Illinois plus St Louis Washington and Atlanta.
President Truman urged Congress to approve a rapid $10 billion tax increase with plans for a larger follow up. The proposal would lift federal revenue toward a target near $21 billion next year, including higher corporation taxes and excess profits taxes. The package aims to fund postwar needs and would push the tax take well above wartime records, with a broader plan to shift to a broader pay-as-you-go system.
Reports say a third Chinese First Army moves toward Korea to fight UN forces. Speculation centers on Peiping’s intent as U N pressure grows. Observers note weathered casualties and possible redeployments from Manchuria and Sinkiang, with conflicting signals on overall Chinese plans.
Congress react to President Truman’s request for 10 billion dollars in new taxes. Taft and Dworshak oppose quickie measures and urge a long-range plan. Murray and others call the levy heavy but necessary for defense. Kean advocates new revenue sources.
Sacramento report says Gov Warren is ill with a cold and will cancel his regular friday news conference. His office says he remains in the executive office and hopes to feel better soon.
A Boston police officer and his wife welcomed quadruplets two boys and two girls born within 15 minutes. The four babies Kate Elizabeth Kathleen Robert Jr. and Timothy weighed from 1 pound 4 ounces to 3 pounds 3 ounces and were all in good condition. Doctors said they have a wonderful chance.
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