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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1950

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Officers Enter Duty in Their Present Rank

The Defense Department announced immediate recall of limited reserve units by Army and Air Force and a selective recall of Navy reserves under President Truman's authority for the Korean situation. Most reserves are nonpaid. recalls will last at least a year with officers retaining present ranks, and the Army seeks captains or lower for medical, engineering and infantry roles while Air Force needs captains or lower.

Washington Defense Department Army Air Force Navy Department Truman National Guard Naval Reserve Marine Reserve Air Force Reserve

Hello you all joke explains Koreans through password

A Courier to Tokyo dispatch from July 18 describes American troops near Korea preparing for an amphibious landing. A Texan explains how South and North Korean soldiers might be distinguished, noting a South Korean would greet with Hello, you all, while a North Korean would shoot from a tank.

Korea Tokyo

Truman Charts Sweeping Plan to Block Reds

President Truman urged Congress to authorize full military buildup and powers to curb inflation with a $10 billion initial program. He warned higher defense spending would continue for years, tied to UN action in Korea and a pledge to meet lawless aggression with force.

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Truman's Call Spurs broad wartime mobilization talk

The AP outlines possible avenues if Congress approves full mobilization including tighter credit, higher taxes, and price controls. for men 19 to 76 a draft or active service may be required. business could face material rationing, output limits, hoarding curbs, and profiteering controls amid shortages and price moves.

Congress Excoas

U N officials warn Greece may be next

LAKE SUCCESS July 19 AP A United Nations committee warned that the Russian led Cominform may plan an attack on Greece. Secretary General Trygve Lie said the Balkan committee cited propaganda attacks on the non Cominform Greek government as possibly cover for invasion plans.

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Security placards appear in Pentagon discussions

Security placards appear in Pentagon settings amid warnings about classified material. Officials note concerns over storage in reception areas and public spaces while stressing adherence to access controls.

Pentagon

Military Aid to Allies Approved by House Vote 361 to 1

The House authorized 1.2225 billion dollars in military aid to free nations to combat communism abroad. The vote was 361 to 1 with Rep. Marcantonio dissenting and Rep. Rich voting present. The Senate had passed it earlier and sent it to the White House for signature as part of President Truman’s broader call for armament. The measure funds second-year aid to North Atlantic allies and other strategic spots as Truman signaled more requests.

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Nehru Urges China Admission to U N to Ease Korea

Indian Prime Minister Nehru renewed his push to seat Communist China in the United Nations as a step toward resolving the Korean crisis. In a note to Secretary Acheson he argued admission would not invite aggression and would strengthen the U N against coercion. The exchange followed Acheson’s rejection of seating China now, with Stalin signaling willingness to negotiate if China is admitted as a permanent Security Council member.

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News High Lights U S Curb Food Prices Plan

A United States program to curb food prices with a sure plan dominates the early pages. The report notes policy details and expected effects on consumers. Several briefs reference international trade and domestic markets affecting pricing.

First Cavalry Expanding Its Hold Swiftly

Fresh American troops seized a beachhead at Pohang and pushed inland to block a North Korean drive toward Taegu. The First Cavalry Division expanded the beachhead to cover the Yongju Andong road rail route, while Reds moved down the line. Taegu lies on the U.S. supply lane from Pusan as South Koreans in Yongju Andong area held firm. The 24th Division faced heavy Soviet artillery and mortar fire near Taejon, but held positions north and west of the city. Air support was hampered by weather, though attacks hit enemy tanks and troops near Nongan. North Korean infiltrations penetrated American lines, with MacArthur reporting ongoing fighting along central and eastern corridors.

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President's Talk Tonight Broadcast Across Southern California

Radio stations KFOX KNX KF KHZ KLAC KWIK and RFWE announce a 7 30 p m President Truman address today amid network feeds and local notes warning listeners to tune in for details and timing across the Southern California area.

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