Communist Assaults Thrown Back Near Taegu Front
American forces repelled Saturday night Communist assaults along the southern Allied river line as General MacArthur reported heavy Red losses. North Korean units crossed near Andong and advanced toward Odamdong and Simhung before delaying counterattacks by South Korean troops. The 25th Infantry Division moved south to support actions against three to four Communist divisions near Pusan and Taegu while reports tallied destruction of enemy tanks at Sangju.
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Tokyo
Douglas MacArthur
Andong
Naktong
Korea
Odamdong
Simhung
Taegu
Yongdok
U. S
Pusan
Eighth Army
Sangju
U S Troops Receive 90mm Anti Tank Projectiles
An Army spokesman said American forces in South Korea have received or will receive 90 millimeter anti tank shell ammunition for Pershing tanks. The shells widen U S advantages by matching threat tanks at 1,000 yard range. The briefing officer warned of a vigorous NK campaign and possible Chinju area engagement near Pusan.
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Washington
INS
South Korea
U. S.S
Pentagon
Chinju
Pusan
Australians Ready Near Hiroshima Amid Anniversary Tensions
An Australian battalion near Hiroshima stood ready in case of Communist led demonstrations on the fifth anniversary of the A bomb blast or the surrender anniversary observed by Koreans. Occupation officers feared potential unrest as Australians trained for action in Korea were rushed back to their base at Kure near Hiroshima.
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Kure
Japan
Hiroshima
Korea
Bridges Faces Jail Decision On Bail Revocation
San Francisco Aug. 5 In a ruling anticipated today Federal Judge George B Harris may revoke Harry Bridges bail of 25000 and order immediate imprisonment. Prosecutor F Joseph Donohue planned brief cross examination as the judge hinted for clarification before a possible decision.
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San Francisco
INS
Harry Bridges
George B. Harris
F. Joseph Donohue
Bridges
Donohue
Daily Weather Report United States summary
The 24 hour period ending at 9 am recorded a maximum temperature of 75 and a minimum of 49 with no precipitation. River stage measured 5.7 feet. Statistics for the same period follow.
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United States
Graft Bribes Charged Against Pittsburgh Officials
Pennsylvania Attorney General Charles J. Margiotti accused members of Pittsburgh Mayor David Lawrence and Allegheny County District Attorney William Rahauser of accepting bribes. He appeared before Supreme Court Justice James B. Drew as part of a broader probe into city and county administrations. County Controller James W. Knox urged Rahauser to expand the grand jury investigation, claiming graft evidence against county officials.
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Pittsburgh
INS
Allegheny County
Pennsylvania
Charles J. Margiotti
Supreme Court
David L. Lawrence
William S. Rahauser
Margiotti
James B. Drew
James W. Knox
Rahauser
Knox
Seek Agreement With GOP On Price Control Powers
House administration leaders aimed to bridge gaps with Republicans on a standby wage and price control plan for President Truman. After four days of debate ending in a stalemate, Chairman Spence convened the Bank and Currency Committee to craft a bipartisan compromise to be brought to the floor next Tuesday.
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Washington
INS
House
Truman
Spence
Bank and Currency Committee
Republican
Democratic Committee
Plane crashes near Tinker Air Force Base injure none
A Marine Corps C-46 sea trolley with ammunition exploded after belly-landing near Tinker AFB Oklahoma City. Six crewmen escaped unhurt as blasts and fires followed the crash, left engine failure cited and investigation planned.
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Oklahoma City
Okla
INS
Marine Corps “Sea
Tinker Air Force Base
Marines Corps
Arch Hamilton
Oklahoma State Highway Patrol
Air Force Base
Maj
L. W. Wright
Air Base
Wright
Cherry Point
N.C
Moffett Field
Cal
13th Air Force Not To Be Moved
Clark Field spokesman said no orders have been issued to move the 13th Air Force from the Philippines. Speculation had linked possible redeployment to Formosa to aid Chinese Nationalists defending the island.
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13Th Air Force
Manila
INS
Clark Field
U. S. 13Th Air Force
Philippines
Formosa
Warm Weekend Forecast Brightens Western Pennsylvania
A comfortable weekend begins in western Pennsylvania as the weather bureau predicts temperatures in the upper 70s. Lows near 50 tonight give way to a fair and warmer Saturday and Sunday.
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International News Service
Pennsylvania
Weather Bureau
Wachtman Resigns Post as Executive VP of New Castle Group
Jacob C. Wachtman, executive vice president of the Greater New Castle Association, Inc., resigns to take the same role in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania effective October 1, 1950. He will leave New Castle in the last week of September and cites the new opportunity as a call he feels he is especially fitted to fulfill.
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Jacob C. Wachtman
Greater New Castle Association, Inc
Wachtman
Wilkes-Barre
New Castle
Wyoming Valley
Port Expansion Discussed Here
A Castleton meeting with city council and county officials plus GNCA and labor members agreed to form a committee led by Acting Chairman Richard I Davis to study building a new airport or expanding the existing one. The current Runways at New Castle airport Route 422 west lack length for commercial service. The city owns the land. the large hangar once owned by Findlay Wilson has reportedly sold and will be repurposed. William Millsom is said to have purchased the hangar. Funding could come from multiple levels of government and possibly a participating airline.
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GNCA
Castleton
Richard I. Davis
New Castle
Findlay Wilson
William Millsom
Death notices listing several individuals with ages
Carrie Bell Henry 69 of 414 Green street Geneve W Motatenee 22 of 50 9 William G Lewry 81 of 1228 East Washington George Seller 70 of 516 Millecest avenue all noted in the August 5 1950 death record with ages and addresses.
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Carrie Bell Henry
Green Street
Geneve W Motatenee
William G. Lewry
Eastashington
George Seller
Millecest Avenue
Defense plan seeks 370000 more troops by November
Washington reports officials plan a 28 percent rise in army navy air force and marines by November 1 to meet Korean War needs. About 370000 more personnel are expected in September and October, lifting total active forces to roughly 1,458,500 under President Truman's expansion. The Army would gain the most, followed by the Air Force, Marines, and Navy.
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Washington
Navy
Air Force
President Truman
Army
Marines
Air Department
Huge 34 Billion Appropriation Bill Sent to Conferees
The United States Senate approved a massive appropriations measure totaling over 34 billion dollars for government operations and large war and foreign aid funding. Key allocations include 13.294 billion for defense, 2.45 billion for the Marshall Plan, and 1.678 billion for military aid to North Atlantic Pact nations, with contract authority of 1.385 billion. The bill totals about 32.052 billion in cash plus 2.184 million in authority.
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Washington
INS
House
Senate
Moderate quake recorded near John Carroll University
An 8,000 mile distant moderate earthquake was recorded on the John Carroll University seismograph at 5:38 a.m. EDT. Seismologist Rev. Hen F. Birkenhauer says the quake would cause little damage.
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Cleveland
John Carroll University
Hen F. Birkenhauer
Bombers Sink 10000-Ton Ship Off Inchon
A 10000 ton vessel bringing supplies to North Korea was blasted to the bottom by American B 26 bombers along with four barges in a Friday strike off Inchon. The ship’s nationality was not confirmed, listed as either a transport or freighter, as Far East air forces hailed the day’s air actions against Communist forces.
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Tokyo
INS
North Korea
Inchon
Korea
Far East Air Forces
Storm in Japan Claims Five Lives and 26 Missing
A northeastern Honshu storm killed five people and left 26 missing with eighty six injured, as reported from Tokyo today. The disaster affected travel and caused widespread damage across coastal towns.
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Japan
Tokyo
Honshu
Cut Spending Urges Martin at West Virginia oil group
Sen Edward Martin urged the federal government to cut nondefense spending to the bone at the West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association meeting. He called suspending normal functions and postponing public works not immediately necessary to save money while noting American soldiers abroad sacrifice.
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Weston
W. Va
INS
Edward Martin
Martin
West Virginia Oil & Natural Gas Association
Republic
Won't Invade Tibet Says China General
Communist Gen. Liu Po-Cheng, chairman of the Southwest China Military Affairs Committee, reportedly announced that Communist China plans to invade Tibet at an early date. He spoke after a five day Chungking meeting detailing military plans.
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Hong Kong
Liu Po-Cheng
Southwest China
American Legion Post 343 To Build Recreation Hall
Perry S. Gastor Post 343 of the American Legion approves a $50,000 recreation hall on the parking lot rear of the Legion Home facing Falls street. Earl C. Moffatt and C. C. Sweesy announce brick and block structure to be ready in 75 days with a 100 by 70 foot footprint and a 20 by 20 kitchen for banquets dances and social events.
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Perry S. Gastor
American Legion
Legion Home
Falls Street
Earl C. Moffatt
C. C. Sweesy
United Nations Delegates Back Korea Victory Front
In Lake Success New York August 5 U N Security Council delegates predicted the Korea victory front would stand firm with broad global support despite Russian opposition. Soviet delegate Jacob Malik clashed with members over troop and supply efforts and a council plan to end hostilities and withdraw MacArthur's unified command troops.
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China
Security Council
Council
U.N
Gen. MacArthur
Unified Command
Guerrilla attack and air clashes plague Korean front
Dispatch from a South Korean port reports Red guerrillas attempting to derail a U S troop train near Pusan and Wen dong tunnel six miles south of Samnangjin. North Korean air force resumes sorties against Masan and Taegu as Soviet planes strike American armor with limited success.
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U. S
Eigen
Pusan
U.S
Wendong
Samnangjin
Taegu
Yuson
Masan
Bayshore
28th Division Parades Sunday at Indiantown Gap
The Pennsylvania National Guard’s 28th Infantry Division, about 10 000 strong, prepares for a Sunday parade at Indiantown Gap before Monday’s return home for induction orders. Gov Duff and General Clark will take a salute as the unit passes, with awards to follow for Luxembourg decoration and the 28th division band winning a top PNG trophy.
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Indiantown Gap
INS
Pennsylvania National Guard
28Th
Mark W. Clark
Army Ground Forces
Duff
Daniel B. Strickler
M. Andre Wolff
Luxembourg
Washington
Altoona
Ala
PNG
Sae
Baby Boss Rules the House in Gentle Satire
The six month old Arthur Mometer is described as a tiny commander in his home, issuing quiet rulings that his mother understands, shaping daily life with adorable authority. The piece playfully portrays a baby as the head of the household.
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