Allied Air and Ground Push in Korea Battle Mountain Falls Again
Tokyo Sept 9 Allied troops closed a five mile gap east of Tae gu between Yoongchon and Kyongju aided by U S air support for the first time in 36 hours. Battle Mountain changed hands for the 12th time in 16 days as North Koreans pressed the southwestern front near Masan port. U N forces suffered losses elsewhere along a 120 mile front while North Korean casualties topped 27 000 in the week.
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Miners Rescued Alive as Gas-Filled Tunnel Reopens
In Cumnock Scotland on September 9 trapped miners 720 feet below ground were brought to the surface one by one wearing breathing apparatus after gas clogged the escape tunnel. Gibb McAughtrey, 22, was first out grimy with coal dust and exhausted. Eight escaped earlier. ten others feared lost. Residents formed prayer groups as rescue efforts continued through a gas filled shaft and blocked passages.
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Roine
National Coal Board
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FETE AT FAIR Celebrating California’s Hundredth Birthday
Sacramento reports a lively fair scene as California marks 100 years. The first 10,000 women received orchids from Hawaii, presented by California Boy Scouts. A cake over 200 pounds featured heavy frosting. centennial stamps depict a miner and burro. The fair ends at midnight tomorrow. Los Angeles County showcases the eight sided table where President Fillmore signed the statehood bill in 1850.
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Sacramento
California
Hawaii
Parole Granted for Former Representative J Parnell Thomas
The Federal Parole Board announced that former Rep. J Parnell Thomas of New Jersey has been granted parole from Danbury prison. Board Chairman Dr George G Killinger said Thomas, convicted last year for padding his Congressional office payroll, will likely be released over the weekend and the parole becomes effective Monday.
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Federal Parole Board
J. Parnell Thomas
R N. J
Danbury, Conn
George G. Killinger
Thomas
Congressional Office
Truck Bottles Smashed by Rail Underpass in Los Angeles
A truck carrying empty bottles fourteen feet high struck a railroad underpass on Washington Blvd causing thirteen injuries. About 300 cases of glass shattered, creating a knee deep mess. Traffic was diverted for several hours while crews swept the debris.
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Los Angeles
Washington Blvd
Onward Parents Rally to Keep Pupils in Local School
In Onward Indiana on September 8 a crowd of residents organized to block the transfer of high school pupils to Waiton. Cars bumper to bumper formed a ring around the town as an airplane hovered for potential intruders. Local women led barricade preparations while men stood ready to sound an air raid alert if needed.
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Waiton
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Walton
President Charts Sacrifices Tonight
President Truman to address the nation in a fireside talk at 7:30 p.m. explaining deeper economic sacrifices tied to new installment buying curbs and the Korean war impact on civilian life. He signed the Defense Production Act granting broad powers to control wages and prices amid tighter federal credit and rationing.
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Truman
Long Beach
Defense Production Act
Federal Reserve Board
Man Killed and Two Hurt in Pacific Electric Incidents
An elderly man was killed and a Long Beach couple suffered minor injuries in separate Pacific Electric accidents between Long Beach and Compton. Frank E. Stocks of Culver City died after being struck near Green Avenue. In a separate auto-train crash, J Frank Argeles and two others were injured when a car collided with a southbound train at a trestle. Deputies cited vehicle failure and haste as factors.
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Edna Mazer
Sheriff's
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Depluties
Smith
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Tent Cove
Weather Update From NSS Acer Tete Region
Variable night and morning low noted near NSS Acer Tete. Sunday afternoon forecast expects mild conditions with shifting winds and no significant precipitation.
Burglary at Linden Avenue Residence Reported
A burglar gained entry to Julius C. Duffey at 636 Linden Ave. by cutting a screen. Loot included 1 cent and a shave with Duffey’s razor reported by the victim to police. Separate theft involved 600 pounds of brass valves valued at 116 dollars from A. G. Metal Products Co. yard at 1916 W. Anaheim St. Local police filed the incidents.
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A. G. Metal Products Co
Anaheim St
Travel Service Strands Yanks in Paris
About 190 American students and teachers, already overdue on dorms, are stranded in Paris after a tour. The Travel Limited agency allegedly failed to pay Tiger Airlines for return fares, while about 60 students remain stranded in England. Funds are running out as the group seeks options for departure from Orly Field and other cities.
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Saia Rove
Travel Limited
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Northwestern Univers
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Abilene College
Abilene
Texas
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Who will be Miss America fifty-four vie for crown
Fifty four contestants from 46 states Canada Alaska Puerto Rico and Hawaii compete in Atlantic City for the Miss America 1951 title. The final follows preliminaries including bathing suit and talent winners, with a $5000 scholarship a new car and acting contracts as prizes.
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Convention Hall
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Alaska
Puerto Rico
Hawaii
Jacque Mercer
Phoenix
Jennings
Hot Springs
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Ging
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Washington, D. C
Lakme
California
Joanne Durant
San Diego
Alabama
Yolanda Berbeze
Mobile
Connecticut
Renee Roy
Hartford
South Dakota
Irene O'Connor
Burbank
Miss Stahl
District of Columbia
Truman approves increase in U S forces in Europe
President Truman announced substantial increases in American forces to be stationed in western Europe, with timing and scope to be decided in close coordination with NATO allies. No specific details were provided, as officials discuss risks of placing too much defense burden on the United States.
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Truman Aid Says Defense Chief to Quit
A White House confidant said Louis Johnson is on his way out as secretary of defense before the November election. The report lacks official confirmation but CAM and other critics have urged his removal. Despite criticism, Truman reportedly defends Johnson when attacked and tensions with Acheson are noted. Continued on Page A-2 Cel. 3.
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Defense
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Marine Corps League
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State Acheson
Copone gang members quizzed in Sencie probe
Three Copone gang members were questioned in a current inquiry. The report notes ongoing police activity and mentions related pages across the paper including churches, comics, finance, radio, shipping, sports, theaters, and tides.
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Lived Off the Land by Two Long Beach Youths
Two Long Beach boys ages 10 and 32 lived under the Balboa pier in Newport Beach for three weeks after being placed in guardianship by the Los Angeles County court. They earned money by selling poten ey dour gundaing arboree and at Set tine nights under the pier, and recovered several toys taken from Balboa stores.
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Los Angeles County Court
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