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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1951

Page

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Air battle pushes toward Korean front in Manchuria raid

More than 150 Communist jet planes attacked UN air forces near Korea in the widest Red air challenge yet. Allied jets shot down at least one MiG 15 and possibly another, with B 29s aiding on a bridge raid. Four days of combat left nine MiGs destroyed, five probably destroyed, and 14 damaged. Ground efforts waned to patrols and raids as Patton tanks moved into Kumsong, fueling new fires along the central front.

Tokyo United Nations North Korea U. N Korea Kumsong

Break in Tie up of N Y Port Seen

A rebel longshoremen leader offered a conditional return to work as Federal Mediator John Burke signaled progress toward a settlement. The 90 day strike idled 123 ships along the New York area and halted most rail shipments, with 300 longshoremen at Staten Island facing criticism while awaiting possible military dock activity.

York Aeader Nort John Burke John J. Sampson Boston Albany Clyde Mills Washington Sampson APL Joseph Ryan Ryan New York City Staten Island

TRUMAN CALLS RUSS FOOLISH TO OPPOSE WORLD PEACE

President Truman said a third world war can be prevented and called Russia foolish to oppose nations uniting for peace and justice. He spoke at two events marking the United Nations anniversary, urging blood donations for the Red Cross and praising Korea era sacrifices while urging unity and vigilance.

Washington Truman United Nations National Guard Association U. N Red Cross Russia Soviet Union Korea Willy

Nuns and nurses guide 260 patients from burning Dallas hospital

In Dallas at St. Pauls Hospital a five story fire trapped 260 patients. Staff evacuated all patients including recent surgery cases and a newborn baby. Fire damage estimated at about 125000 dollars as fire crews fought the blaze from 12:27 a.m. to 1:53 a.m.

Dallas Texas St. Paul's Hospital Sevie C. N. Penn

Bandit Slain After Fifth Hotel Robbery Attempt

Hollywood reports a 49 year old bandit John R Bradley was killed during a police trap after attempting a fifth hotel robbery in four months. Detectives Christopher and Branley observed the suspect as he struck the Harvey Hotel clerk Fred Green, taking $21. Bradley allegedly fled, was shot twice during pursuit, and dropped dead while the total stolen amount reached $135.25.

Hollywood UPI John R. Bradley Christopher Breaument Adley Ezy

Local News Page References and Classifieds Index

The note lists where to find sections in the edition including Bench on Page 6, Boyle on A-17, Bridge on A-17, Classified Ads on pages 8 to 10, Comics on B page, Crossword on B-4, Editorial on A-15, and Financial pages. It directs readers to the specific sections and pages within the newspaper.

Boyle

Northern California Snow Warning Closes Sierra Passes

Snow warning covers Northern California mountains above 5000 feet from Yosemite northward. Donner Summit on Hwy 40 closed overnight, Tioga and Sonora Passes also closed temporarily. Rain expected in many areas with heavy snowfall possible above 7000 feet south of Yosemite. Donner Summit reported five inches of snow and Hwy 40 opened by late morning.

San Francisco Weather Bureau California Yosemite Donne Summit Hwy. 40 Tioga Sonora Nevada Much Monterey Stockton Fresno Blue Canyon Placer County Eureka Donner Summit Baxter Jevel Stanislaus National Forest

Fifty Crazed Fungus Growth in Bread Sparks Arrests

In Calcutta dated Oct 24, fifty Bihar villagers at Muzzaffarpur 400 miles northwest of Calcutta became violent after eating bread bought at a village fair. Some stripped leaped into trees others raved. doctors blamed ergot, a fungus in rye, and authorities dosed the crazed villagers.

Calcutta India Bihar Muzzaffarpur Here

Troops Open A War Maneuvers At Desert Test Range

LAS VEGAS October 24 A M) Ground troops began rehearsing for atomic maneuvers at the Frenchman Flat proving ground near Las Vegas as part of Exercise Desert Rock. The Atomic Energy Commission said a dress rehearsal tested communications and other phases with high explosives only. Air Force planes from Kirtland flew overhead in a mock atomic drop while a blue cloud rose over the range amid cautious flight lane restrictions.

Las Vegas Atomic Energy Commission Third Corps Frenchman Fiat Proving Ground Air Force Kirtland Air Force Base Albuquerque N. M Frenchman Flat Fiat AEC

War With Reich Officially Ended

President Truman proclaimed the end of the state of war with Germany. The resolution passed on December 11, 1941, and the date of passage was October 19, 1951, marking the formal termination of the war status between the United States and Germany.

Washington Truman United States Germany Hisar Ht

British Campaign Focus On War And Socialism

London early voting shows Britain poised between wartime world role and socialist experiment. Churchill Conservatives seen winning by 35 to 60 seats amid Liberal third-force hopes. Polls largely favor Tories, while Liberal impact diminished. continuation of page A six.

London Britain Winston Churchill House of Commons Churchill LALOR

Trio Charged With Theft of $333,901 in Pittsburgh

The FBI arrested three Kaufmann Store Credit Union officials in Pittsburgh for embezzling 333,901. Joseph Campbell 56 vice president John Cain 45 treasurer and Nana Nicoll 31 assistant treasurer and office manager face charges. The case marks the 11th major embezzlement case in the Pittsburgh FBI region with 3.56 million in shortages involved and 12 arrests across the cases. A banker linked to a 13th case died by suicide.

Pittsburgh FBI Fred Halford Joseph B. Campbell Kaufmann Federal Credit Union John J. Cain Nana Nicoll Pittsurgh Pennsylvania West Virginia

Milk Delivery Strike Threatens in New York Area

Mediators from city, federal and state levels worked to avert a milk delivery strike set for 4 p.m. It could affect 12 million consumers in New York City and surrounding counties in New York state, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Mayor Vincent Impellitteri urged extending the current contract past its 4 p.m. expiration.

New York New York City New York State New Jersey Connecticut Vincent Impellitteri

Weather Brief Notes With Cloudy Night Outlook

Weather summary notes considerable cloudiness tonight with early morning drizzle. Rain expected tomorrow, possible by morning with light to moderate intensity across the area. Winds light, temperatures mild, precipitation chances highest toward afternoon.

Los Angeles Santa Carbera Los Angeles County Tomor

Allies and Reds Open New Korea Truce Talks

In Munsan Korea Oct 24 Allied and Communist negotiators plan to reopen armistice talks tomorrow at 6 p m Panmunjom to establish a buffer zone. The two five man delegations will discuss ground rules and the resumption follows ratified procedures. Gen Nam I leads for the North Koreans with two new members on each side.

Munsan Korea Panmunjom U. N Joy Gen. Nam

United States to form Middle East Defense Command with six nations

The United States plans to establish a Middle Eastern Defense Command with six other nations led by Britain and including France Turkey New Zealand Australia and South Africa despite Egypt declining the invitation. Egypt had recently repudiated two long standing Anglo Egyptian agreements over troop stationing and joint administration of the Suez Canal Zone amid broader tensions.

Washington United States State Department Egypt U. S Britain France Turkey New Zealand Australia South Africa Suez Canal Sudan Miche

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