Allies Put Large Units in Reserve
Eighth Army in Korea has pulled a large force of battle-scarred veterans from the frontlines to reserve, a first due to manpower strength. Lt. Gen. James A. Van Fleet’s command has regained confidence after repelling two Chinese and North Korean offensives since April. The army reports about 180,000 Chinese and 120,000 North Koreans in the battle zone, with Reds preparing another attack, though timing remains uncertain.
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Robert Bunsen
Eighth Army
Korea
James A. van Fleet
I¢ Nation
Chorwon
Hwachon
Korangpo
Wholesale Food Index Drops in Past Week
The Dun and Bradstreet wholesale food index fell to 7.08 from 7.16, remaining 18 percent above the year ago level of 6. It tracks the wholesale cost of one pound of 31 commonly used foods. Declines stem from talks of Korean peace prospects, slower wholesale buying after stocking up, price resistance, and reduced speculative activity in commodity markets.
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New York
Dun and Bradstreet
Government Steps Up Drive on Tax Cheaters
An investigator reports the government will probe the finances of more than 3,100 racketeers nationwide in a drive against income tax cheaters. John B. Dunlap, head of the IRS tax fraud unit, discussed final details with treasury officials. About 1,600 names will be investigated in the Chicago area. Indiana, Wisconsin, and Illinois are involved.
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Chicago
John B. Dunlap
Internal Revenue’ Department
Treasury Department
Dunlap
Indiana
Wisconsin
Ilinois
Bold and Fearful Strains Shape Our Ventures and Faith
The text contrasts actions taken in bold periods with seeking solace in churches during fearful times. It suggests people turn to business opportunities when confident and seek spiritual refuge when anxious, highlighting a cycle of risk taking and faith.
Protestants Join Church in Cycles in New York
The May issue of Cycles reports nine year waves in church membership for Presbyterian and Congregational churches, peaking during stock market declines. Since 1850s there have been ten peaks with three exceptions, and 1949 reached all time highs, though causes remain unknown.
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New York
Presbyterian
Congregationalist
Foundation For the Study of
New York City
Monroes in the United States counted oddly
A Times report tracks Monroes and Monticellos in the United States. A. R. Steele cites 25 Monroes while John J. Burkhard cites 23, with 18 Monticellos found. Fewer places named Juda South Wayne and New Glarus are confirmed. Exact total remains undetermined.
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United States
Monticellos
Times
A. R. Steele
John J. Burkhard
South Wayne
Albi and Brooklyn Argyles and Monroes counts listed
The text records counts for multiple sock styles including 18 Albi two Bro heads, 16 Brooklyns, 12 Argyles and 23 to 25 Monroes. No further context or action is provided in the fragment.
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Albi
Beef supply tangle as price rollbacks loom
Amid mixed signals from Washington over meat prices a U S beef supply debate unfolds. Officials cite a 160 city survey showing ample meat while packers cut staff for lack of cattle. Prices stay pressured but suppliers warn of looming shortages and possible strikes as controls shift.
Cattlemen weigh rollback talks as price change faces delay
Cattlemen hold stock off the market while awaiting a possible compromise on the government price rollback schedule. Some believe a 10 percent rollback starting Monday could be accepted if the next two dates of August 1 and October 1 are delayed or canceled. Feeders fear delayed action cuts profits as more cattle go to grass. Martha Washington's great granddaughter Mary married Robert E. Lee in 1831. Milwaukee reports General MacArthur cannot address the Wisconsin Legion convention August 18-20 due to present commitments.
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Corn Belt
MacArthur
Milwaukee
Douglas MacArthur
Wisconsin American Legion
Wausau
Jerome Host
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