UN weighs crossing 38th parallel in Korea debate
Three months after North Korea invaded South Korea UN forces win in the south and push toward the line. The UN Assembly debates whether to advance beyond the 38th parallel, weighing prospects of victory against risks of Chinese and Soviet reaction and wider war in Asia.
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UN growth and peace role stressed by Hull and Austin
Cordell Hull on his 79th birthday urged patience and sacrifice by free nations as the United Nations must grow to preserve peace and security. Warren R Austin warned that Communist aggression must not be allowed to hide behind lines that threaten world peace.
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Defense sets first call on factories for rearmament drive
The national production plan orders military and atomic energy commissions to take priority over civilian output. Do priority ratings will force firms to fulfill war contracts, potentially trimming civilian production. General Motors cautions a 10 to 15 percent drop in auto and truck output within a year as scarce materials shift to defense needs.
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First Freedom Tiny Snake Frees Gorilla at Lincoln Park Zoo
Bushman the 550 pound gorilla roamed the monkey house for two hours after an attendant left his cage door unlocked. A garter snake frightened him back into his cage where he had lived 29 years. Gorilla keeper Edgar Robinson, tending the animal since infancy, was bitten on the arm during the ordeal. Baby alligators and the same garter snake were used to subdue him and restore confinement.
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Well and Nobly Done MacArthur Victory in Korea praised by Truman
President Truman sent Gen Douglas MacArthur warm congratulations on the Korea victory. He lauded the delaying action and the liberation of Seoul and thanked commanders Walker Troy and Stratemeyer. Maj Gen Hershey urged draft changes to extend service, ease deferments, and allow veterans under 26.
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Charles Troy
George E. Stratemeyer
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Gifford Named Ambassador to Britain by Truman
Ambassador Walter S. Gifford, former head of American Telephone & Telegraph, is chosen by President Truman to replace Lewis Douglas as ambassador to Britain.
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Robert A. Lovett, Jr
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Farm Prices Rise in September Pushing Level 9 Percent Above Prewar
The agriculture department reports farm prices up about 2 percent in September, reaching 9 percent above pre Korea era levels. Cotton cottonseed and citrus led gains along with increases in production costs. Officials say potato supports may approach last year's 90 million outlay but could be withdrawn next year unless law changes.
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Korea
Secret UN memo signals shift toward GA action agency
The document frames lifting the General Assembly from a debating body to an effective action arm, enabling GA to deter aggression when the Security Council stalls. It recalls the 1945 San Francisco veto balance, urges a reversal of power toward broader GA influence, and notes allied French British support for constructive criticism. Nevada Senator Malone’s slot machine filibuster is lampooned by Al Friendly in verse.
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Wherry Denies Cut in Kefauver Crime Funds
The column reports Sen. Ken Wherry of Nebraska interrupting senate debate to deny claims about cutting the Kefauver crime investigations budget. It alleges Wherry privately admitted to reducing appropriations from 100000 to 50000 and to challenging Drew Pearson in a secret meeting.
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Korean War Casualties Reported by Defense Department
The Defense Department announced U S casualties in the Korean War as of October 1 totaling 17,200. This includes 2,211 dead, 11,050 wounded and 3,959 missing in action. Of the dead, 2,211 were killed in action and 230 died of wounds. Fifty prisoners of war and 167 other men were listed as missing.
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Modern Milking House Built Under Driveway
A two story Midwest barn adapts by placing a modern milk house beneath a driveway atop an eight foot ridge. The design keeps milking on the lower ground portion and connects to the barn’s stanchion area. Heavy steel beams reinforce the milk house roof for stability.
Protein Supplement Cuts Swine Production Costs
Farmers with grain surpluses may cut protein supplement and feed corn alone, but experiments show corn-only diets raise corn per pork and reduce value. A balanced protein mix lowers corn use to about 5 to 6.5 bushels per 100 pounds of pork produced, with higher overall returns and quicker market weight.
Show or Home Desk as a Handy Adjustable Piece
The article describes a desk for shop or home use with a top built to any size from a large drawing board. It is fastened to a frame with hinges to raise, and the remaining parts are made of small lumber pieces.
Reasonable Care Will Extend Life of Pillow
Pillows gain longevity with simple care. Air them in cool dry air or place near an open window to keep feathers fluffy and dust-free. Remove cases and fluff daily during bed-making to force in air and prevent lumping.
Pattern No e620 pattern sizing and yardage guide
Pattern No e620 is a severite perfo rated pattern in sizes 4 G6 8 10 and 12 years Size 66 24s yards of 39 inch 3/8 yard for collar The fall and winter STYLIST 8 a dependable guide in planning a smart practical winter wardrobe Special features free pattern printed inside book 25 cents.
Visit to hospital yields playful remark about new brother
Behind Time Little Freddie visits his mother in hospital and asks to see a baby. He enters a room with a woman who has a broken leg and comments on the baby, saying his own mother has had a baby in two days and calls himself slow.
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Washed Out Look at First Lady and Second Lady
A clipped exchange notes the First Lady's pale appearance and the Second Lady comments she may have been exposed to rain without an umbrella.
Dinner Plans Echo a Family Rift
Mike says he will tell his wife he is bringing Pat home for dinner. Pat admits there was an argument about the explanation.
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Eskimo Lover and Sweetheart Banter
A playful exchange features a line about traveling a hundred miles through snow with a dog team to declare love. The response delivers a pun using mush as a joke, reflecting lighthearted dialogue.
He’ll Make Good Her Mother
A quoted quip contrasts a daughter's broad learning and the prospective son-in-law’s modest claim to cook and mend socks, revealing witty family matchmaking dialogue. The exchange highlights expectations and humor in nuptial plans.
Quiet Visit Sparks Witty Exchange Over Questions
Nancy tells her grandmother not to ask many questions during a visit. She explains the annoyance lies not in the questions but in the answers given.
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