Nation's Death Toll Reaches 534 in Four Day Fete
Nationwide four day July 4th celebration ends with 534 deaths from traffic and related incidents. 345 traffic fatalities and 113 drownings reported, plus 75 other accidents. State tallies list wide variation, with New York and California among higher counts. Traffic jams expected to be historic as 36 million vehicles are counted on highways by midnight.
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Chinese Thwart Reds Attack on Tachens Islands
Naval headquarters said nationalist warships sank 20 troopladen boats Monday and blocked a Chinese Communist invasion of the Tachens between Shanghai and Formosa. The Tachens are 26 miles from the mainland and defended mainly by guerrillas with few regular troops.
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Native Korean A. P. Writer Says Nation Emboldened by U. S.
Native Korean Bill Shinn recalls his escape from the North in 1945 and credits U S intervention for lifting South Korea to confidence in democracy. He praises American action, notes casualties across families, and urges protection for pro American Koreans as tensions rise with North Korea.
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Prosecution Hears Irish Prober in Queen Mary Breakin
In Bow Street Gerald O'Brien a 26 year old Irishman pleaded innocent after being ordered held for trial on charges of wounding two elderly servants during a June 24 break in at Marlborough House the queen's London residence. Police found him cowering in the basement after a five hour search. The guard said the intruder cried please dont hang me and claimed drink had dulled his memory. Queen Marys housekeeper and a servant were hurt in the assault and stabbing incidents. The case prompts a review of royal security and King George VI personally reviewed royal bodyguard arrangements with officers today.
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Capitol Adopts Safety Rules at Capitol Building
Washington on July 4 Am security regulations similar to World War II era measures go into effect tomorrow at the Capitol Building. Capitol architect David Lynn said passes will be required for all persons entering or leaving the building between 4 90 p m and 9 a m except during night sessions of Congress.
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Gulf Mystery Sub Doubted Reported Near Port W
The Navy and Air Force planes searched the gulf area near Port W as part of a briefing on a submarine mystery. No definitive findings were reported, but officials continued patrols and surveillance in the waters.
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Blaze Halted in Big Basin as Fires Rage Across California
July 4 AP report: a 50 acre redwood and brush fire in Big Basin Red Wood State Park near Santa Cruz is controlled after campers were evacuated. About 250 civilians and soldiers fought the blaze while a California forestry plane guided operations from Fort Ord. Park remains closed for July 4 as a precaution. Other fires Burn 2000 acres in Los Padres National Forest San Luis Obispo County and 5500 acres near San Gorgonio in San Bernardino County with dozens of fire fighters and inmates aiding. Six Rivers NF in Del Norte County reports active fires 110 miles northeast of Eureka.
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Not Fooled Ex Marine Fights Bandit With Cap Pistol
A Boston report notes an ex Marine, discharged weeks ago, using a cap pistol in a liquor store robbery attempt. The would be robber fled as authorities pursued. The bizarre incident underscores the unlikely outcome of a disgraced veteran turning to crime.
Yank Troops Not in Action Says Report
Tokyo dispatch reports North Korean forces captured Suwon and its air field after a day of heavy fighting south of Seoul. The American advance HQ spokesman said US troops had not yet entered action, while Seoul-Suwon-Inchon battles widen with Red tank reinforcements, surveillance of Inchon remains tenuous.
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West Berlin Water Supply Restored After Cutoffs
West Berlin's water mains had been shut off at the border with East Berlin affecting the American sector around Neukölln leaving parts dry. The issue was remedied by restoring supplies and reconnecting the disrupted lines.
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Army Says No Plans for Reserve Call or Draft
The Army stated it has no plans to call up reserves or use the draft to obtain manpower. A Defense Department release explained inquiries about alerting reserve components and said the Army is not seeking authority to mobilize reservists nor to enforce the Selective Service law while voluntary enlistment suffices.
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Dispatch of Marines to gerar underlies US power policy. Page A-2. US 5 went in hole 842 millions set day in fiscal 1950. Page A. Boyle Page A-T. Bridge Page A-5. Clarified Ads Pages B-9 to 8-11. Comics Page B-6. Crossword Page A-8. Editorial Page A-6. Obituaries Page B-3. Radio and Television Page A-8. Shipping Table Page B-8. Sports Pages A-10 and AM. Theaters Page 8-7. Tides Temperatures Page A-2. s Activities Pages B-2 8.3 and 8-4.
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Russia Urges U.N. Action Over U.S. Korea Powers
Moscow accuses the United States of dangerous intervention in Korea and calls on the United Nations to expel American armed forces. Andrei Gromyko demands unconditional U.S. withdrawal from Korea, with Soviet papers echoing the stance. The note also accuses Washington of violating Cairo and Potsdam accords on Formosa and China.
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Norway Decides to Aid South Korea
Norway announces it will aid South Korea amid regional tensions. The government confirms military and humanitarian support measures, signaling continued Western backing during the Korean conflict era. The decision follows intensified hostilities and growing requests for international assistance.
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Youthful Gunman Robs 2 Motels in Long Beach Area
Police report two motel robberies in Long Beach and Seal Beach carried out by a tall thin young bandit armed with a blunt revolver. At Virginia Motel, 4929 Pacific Coast Highway, he forced $200 from Herman W. Paap. Later at Matorome Motel, Seal Beach, he grabbed petty cash and jewelry from Marguerita L. Whiteman before fleeing in an old car.
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