200000 Roll Over Bodies of Own Dead
200000 Roll Over Bodies of Own Dead By TOM BRADSHAW TOKYO Jan 1 AP More than 200000 Chinese and Korean Red troops surged southward over masses of their own dead and pushed UN defenders back within 20 miles of Seoul. One Allied division was routed and another forced to withdraw as a major offensive aimed at conquering all Korea began. Chinese vanguards broke through minefields along the 150 mile front. Allied planes claimed 6000 enemy killed or wounded.
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Bushman the Chicago Gorilla Dies at 22
Bushman, world famous Chicago gorilla, died at Lincoln Park Zoo at 8:30 a m. The 22 year old massive ape reportedly suffered a heart attack. Autopsy to follow then remains to Chicago Museum of Natural History. Bushman attracted about three million visitors yearly and was a city landmark. He came to the zoo at age two after being captured in the French region. He weighed about 550 pounds and stood six feet two inches tall.
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Soviet Reply to Peace Talk Bid Disappoints U S
Washington reports Russia’s answer to Western hopes for a big four peace conference. Officials say the note follows familiar propaganda and falls short of endorsing a conference on broad world issues. Text not released. Moscow delivered to western ambassadors and being studied. London sources suggest optimism abroad.
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Tug Crews Strike Ties Up Long Beach Harbor
New Year opens with a three union tug crew strike halting at least half of ships entering and leaving the Long Beach Los Angeles Harbor. Catalina Steamship Red Stack and Pacific Towboat report Inland Boatmen Marine Engineers Masters Pilots unions involved. Pilots say only a few vessels can move without tug assistance as negotiations failed at the December 31 deadline. First affected vessel is the freighter Serampore, left at anchor on arrival. No union business agents could be reached by noon.
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Resolution Passes for Walker Generalship Posthumous Promotion
The House voted unanimously to support a resolution directing President Truman to promote Lt Gen Ween HL Walker to full general and posthumously date the promotion to December 20. Walker, commander of the Eighth Army, was killed in Korea, and his body arrived for burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
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Surprise .45 Bullet Drops on Lakewood Home
A spent .45 caliber slug fired at New Year’s celebration entered a Lakewood living room at 12:05 am. It crashed through the roof at an impossible angle, tore plaster, and landed on a radio cabinet atop Sgt. Charles F. Hall’s living room. Hall and his wife were uninjured. deputies investigate.
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Long Beach Float to Be Displayed Near City Hall
The Long Beach float, winner of the President's Cap in Pasadena, is expected to be exhibited near City Hall early Wednesday morning according to polls.
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Year End U S Traffic Deaths Fall Short Of Estimates
U S year end toll climbs past 294 by 10 30 am with 207 traffic deaths and 87 misc deaths recorded. Maryland reports a five person fatal crash while California and Gary West Virginia see multiple non traffic fatalities. State totals show traffic losses by Alabama to District of Columbia with Texas highest at 200.
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Excess Profits Tax Sent to White House
The House quickly sent to the White House a compromise 3.306 billion dollar excess profits tax bill to boost revenue and curb profiteering. The measure, passed by voice vote, follows Senate approval and aims to fund defense while fighting inflation, ending July 1 1953 unless renewed. The plan foreshadows broader tax increases and potential future measures as Congress reconvenes.
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Weather Mild in Most Areas
The weather map shows a mild mood across the Mississippi Valley eastward with warmer conditions reaching the west gulf states. Strong winds bring snow and colder weather to the north central states, with rain then snow expected tonight across western and central regions and the entire area except the extreme south. Minot North Dakota recorded 6 below zero as storm warnings were posted on Lake Superior and Lake Michigan with snow squalls and heavy winds forecast tonight.
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Weather forecast hints at rising temperatures tomorrow
The report notes warming tomorrow with a fading view tonight and local frosts expected tonight, signaling a shift in conditions.
Monterey Park wins Presidential Trophy in Pasadena parade
Judges scanned 65 float ideas as Pasadena’s Tournament of Roses showcased Oriental charm from Monterey Park’s Arabian Nights. Long Beach’s Spring in January edged ahead for sweepstakes honors in the nation’s top procession, with Long Beach winning the President's Trophy for best use of roses amid a grand display including a fountain, peacocks, and a tiger. The chill dawn did little to dull parade crowds amid winterlike atmosphere as floats rolled past.
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Williams Takes Oath for Second Term in Michigan
Gov. G. Mennen Williams was sworn in on the Michigan capitol steps becoming the first Democrat in 36 years to win a second term. He was joined by five Republican state officers including Fred M. Alger and D. Hale Brake. Newcomers were Lt. Gov. William C. Vandenberg Auditor General John B. Martin Jr. and Attorney General Frank G. Millard. Williams urged unity and pledged to uphold core principles.
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