Tax Refund Check Delayed After Mixup at Treasury
Richmond Indiana report notes George M. Woods finally received his 1947 income tax refund of 35.70 after an error sent the check to Richmond California and Richmonds in several states before return to the Treasury. Woods had moved to Greensfork near Richmond. The department also sent the original envelope with multiple postmarks.
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Soviet drive to split the free world assessed by Jessup
Ambassador at Large Philip Jessup warned in Hamilton New York that Moscow will push a campaign to divide the free world as it seeks to regain lost ground. He noted setbacks for the Soviet Union from UN unity over Korea and argued Soviet propaganda may be more dangerous than military expansion. The U N response to Korea strengthened Western resolve and exposed the Soviet bid to alter the balance of power.
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India summons territorials to active duty for defense
New Delhi officials say substantial territorial troops are being called to active duty for two to five months to train in rail, infantry, engineers and mechanics. Unofficial estimates place 20 000 railway troops and 20 000 infantrymen among those called, with engineers and mechanics unnamed. Pakistan has complained to the UN that India has massed 90 percent of its armed forces on the frontier.
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McCarthy May Expose 29 State Department Loyalists
Senator McCarthy declares he may name 29 State Department employees under loyalty scrutiny after the department rejected his demand for access to secret papers. Deputy Undersecretary Humelsine calls the move a hostage take of reputations, while the department insists loyalty checks include FBI reviews and that many named are not in the department or have been cleared.
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Pakistan Accuses India of Massing Troops on Border
In Karachi on July 26 AP reports Pakistan charges Indian troops are making hectic preparations in Assam along the Sylhet border area of east Pakistan. Pakistan says about 90 percent of India's forces moved toward west Pakistan. India denies threatening its Muslim neighbor and says troop moves aim to ensure security.
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Jade Viewed as China's Most Popular Precious Stone
The National Geographic Society notes that jade is viewed in China as the most popular precious stone. It is believed to embody virtues of wisdom justice charity courage and modesty.
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