Taejon Falls to North Korean Forces After Daylong Battle
Taejon, South Korea's rail and industrial hub, was enveloped in flames as North Korean siege columns advanced from multiple sides. The U S 24th Infantry Division withdrew after dusk while reporting heavy tank and infantry losses. MacArthur warned of an all out assault on Taejon, a key rail center, with US forces holding firm despite intensified enemy action.
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Truman Promises Full Support To General MacArthur
President Truman pledged every man and weapon needed to drive Communist forces from Korea and kept General MacArthur informed as policy and mobilization plans developed. The White House released MacArthur’s message as Truman cited it in a national radio address. The exchange highlighted rapid deployment of the 8th Army Far East Air Force and Seventh Fleet for operations.
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Churchill Praises Truman Plan to Fight Communism
Former British leader Winston Churchill lauded President Truman's call for ten billion dollars to combat Communism. He warned that without United States leadership there would be limitless global misery and urged peace through strength to save mankind.
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City Works Improve Sidewalk Entrance and Street Paving
Parks crews lay flagstone along the curb by the City building to improve the sidewalk edge. The city asks the State Health department to probe a odor emitting stream from Round Street through Smithfield Street playground, as Health Director Richard Davis notes. Resurfacing on Sampson Street from Grant Street to the city line is set to begin Friday, expected to enhance access from Route 422. Despite cool winds, swimming enthusiasts persist, and county swimming holes remain popular with bathers regardless of temperature.
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Daily Weather Report Forecast for Cooler, Rain Tonight
Mostly cloudy and cooler with rain or drizzle likely tonight. Tomorrow remains cloudy and cooler in the southern portion. United States weather statistics show a 24 hour period ending 9 am with high 81 and low 65, precipitation .11 inches, river stage 5.6 feet. A year ago the max was 89, min 69, with .04 inches of rain.
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U S Will Not Halt Troops At Korea 38th Parallel
Washington reports state the United States will not halt troops at the 38th parallel as North Korea is pushed back. UN defense of South Korea rests on a resolution to restore peace in the area. Nehru proposes Red China join the UN Security Council, but Acheson gives no further reply.
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Truman to Seek Large Tax Increase to Finance Defense
Administration sources say President Truman will ask Congress for a five to six billion dollar tax hike before adjournment to fund defense needs and curb inflation. The push includes higher individual income taxes and excess profits taxes for firms as part of a balanced program to limit profiteering. He signaled urgency for action on a tax bill in his Korea message and reiterates in a national address the need for more taxes to cover a ten billion dollar armed forces expansion.
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East Brook Grange Lays Cornerstone for New Hall
On Wednesday evening July 19 1950 East Brook Grange members and officers gathered at the New Grange Hall site to lay the cornerstone. W Sharp Fullerton of the Pennsylvania State Grange assisted. Excavation began in June for a 50 by 80 foot hall at the State and Volant roads costing about 30000 dollars.
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Congress Prepares To Back Up Truman On Korea
Washington July 20 Congress moves to support President Truman with ten billion dollars to expand the military structure and two billion in loan authorizations. Committees will act on sweeping military economic powers to crush communism abroad and a substantial tax increase to curb profiteering. Senator George of Georgia leads the finance committee as the administration seeks rapid approval.
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North Korean planes blasted in major U S air strikes
Tokyo reports Allied air crews claim 72 North Korean aircraft destroyed or damaged after two days of raids across Korea from Kum River to Wonsan. Bad weather then limited operations to 20 sorties as Gen. MacArthur issued a weather brief.
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Truman Message Spurs Peace Efforts at UN Summit
Lake Success officials applaud President Truman as his message to Congress is seen as a deterrent to World War III. The call for ten billion dollars and mobilization of industry and manpower is viewed as prompting Britain France and other governments to deploy troops to support Gen. MacArthur. UN leaders acknowledge financial and manpower hurdles but deem Korean fighting crucial and urge British and French action to rally other Commonwealth powers.
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Long-range rocket test fails in Cocoa
In Cocoa Florida on July 20 a failed attempt at a horizontal long-range rocket test ended when the five story rocket fizzled after ignition. The fault was traced to a valve that failed to open feeding liquid oxygen and alcohol fuel. No injuries or damage occurred. The test aimed to collect data for the guided missile program and to mark the new Banana River proving ground.
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Local Draftees To Be Examined Late In August
Harrisburg announced county quotas for pre induction physicals under the Selective Service System. Examinations begin July 27 in some areas, but Lawrence County is slated for late August with 37 men Aug 23 to Pittsburgh by Board 86 and 26 more Aug 25. Local Board 87 will send 56 from New Castle on Aug 24. surrounding counties follow.
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Labor Leaders Urged To Pledge No Strikes During Korea Emergency
Rep Nixon calls on organized labor to vow no strikes in vital defense industries for Korea. He cites WWII policy and aims to involve CIO President Murray AFL Chief Green and union heads. The pledge would target armament and defense production to support successful wartime efforts. Reports cite possible strikes at Curtiss-Wright Columbus plant over B 29 work.
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Death Record Notices From July 20 1950
Infant Bonnie Jean Matthews of 206 South Walnut Street listed among deaths. Mrs Jacob C. Milleman 87 of Zelienople Pennsylvania. Percy T. Jones 37 of 323 West Falls Street. Mrs Frank F. Yarian 80 of East Lackawamnock township Mercer County. Samuel Ja oe F Blight 41 of 1146 Waido. Mrs on Agetha Andrews 38 of Almira.
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Reservists Targeted for Korea War Active Duty
Defense officials begin mailing and telephoning orders as two million reservists are screened for Korea War service. Officials expect 500000 to 1000000 called, with immediate aims under 200000. Senate committee meets to act on Truman request to boost armed forces beyond the 2,005,882 ceiling and lengthen enlistments by 12 months.
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Final Turnpike Contract Awarded to Norwalk Firm
A. J. Baltes Inc. of Norwalk Ohio was awarded a 1.654 million dollar contract by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission for the final 4.24 mile section of the western extension. The stretch runs through North Beaver and Little Beaver townships in Lawrence County. Chairman T. J. Evans noted the award comes nine months after the first contract let for the 67 mile Irwin to Ohio line roadway.
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Tornado Slams Lima and Van Wert Area Damage Rise
A double tornado struck Lima and Van Wert Ohio injuring at least twenty and leaving hundreds homeless. The storms damaged more than 300 homes and several farm buildings while destroying a drive in theater and a Lennox Furnace building. No fatalities were reported and emergency shelters opened.
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Why shortage and price hikes spark talk of hoarders
A father explains to his son why sugar bread soap nylon hose are scarce and pricier. He cites hoarders snapping up goods, leaving honest buyers unable to obtain basics as of today, noting the 78 cent price point.
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