American Troops Struggles Highlighted In Korea War Outlook
The piece analyzes the Korean conflict as U S troops face heavy resistance near Taejon with outnumbered forces, limited armor, and need for more tanks and artillery while air power supports operations. It notes North Korea’s large forces and possible Chinese reinforcement, plus a cautious view of victory relying on ground troops amid harsh weather and terrain. It also covers Senator McCarthy facing strong Senate criticism over his anti-communism charges and accusations of fraud by Democratic members.
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Soviet Union Offers Terms to End Korean War
The article notes no official statement but widespread belief that the Soviet Union has proposed terms to settle the Korean War. It describes the war as bloody and halted by Russia, with willingness to end the affair after China seats in the United Nations.
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Soviet Union
United Nations
Russia
China
Nations weigh full mobilization as Truman prepares address
Observers forecast Truman to seek 5 to 6 billion dollars in new military funds and authority for 160000 more Army personnel, 60000 Navy, and possible Air Force increases. Reports say tax hikes, steel and metal allocation powers, production ceilings on autos and electronics, and restoration of consumer credit controls may follow to back a broader Korea war effort. Labor leader William Green urges ready mobilization of labor to support rapid military expansion.
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Truman
Congress
Korea
Profits and Prices Dominate Early 1950 Economy
As the Korean War enters its fourth week, U S manufacturing profits rise 5 percent in Q1 1950 from Q4 1949 while food prices especially meat and coffee climb. Rep Klein of New York calls for an inquiry into profiteering and high living costs. The Fed notes industrial output peaks postwar, with profits and returns per equity improving and taxes allocated.
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Federal Reserve Board
Educators Report 100 Percent Promotion Trend in Early Grades
A new trend shows full promotion in lower grades with few flunks. Educators cite four points: repeat learning is ineffective, failure discourages, no reliable way to mark failures, and real deficits still require capable instruction. Nonpromotion is seen as an admission of a weak program.
Into Battle and the Soldier’s Heavy Duty in Korea
A wartime scene shows American infantrymen in Korea with grim reminders of the foot soldier’s toil. The caption describes a sergeant directing a boy helping drive cattle, who refuses to be a stockholder while joking about leadership and duty.
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Art
House kills plan to amend electors amid strong opposition
Observers call the split lineup one of the strangest in modern politics as the House defeats a proposal 210 to 134 that would have made a presidential election more closely reflect the popular vote. The measure had passed the Senate last spring and would have required a two thirds House vote and state approvals.
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Senate
Henry Wallace Labeled Wall Street Buccaneer by Daily Worker
Henry Wallace once vice president and favorite of communist press is branded a Wall Street buccaneer by the Daily Worker. Observers await his next public remark amid this ideological clash.
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