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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1950

Page

2

Truman Sets Eight Peace Aims Amid Korean War Tension

President Truman outlined eight aims for peace while doubling armed forces to nearly 3 million as North Korean advances near Taegu threaten UN lines. He criticized Russia for aggression and pledged readiness to widen the conflict if China and Korea are driven to war, while stressing support for UN, self-government for Koreans, and eastern freedom. Employment hits a record 62 million with farm workers down 280,000 amid a booming economy.

MacArthur Formosa Truman United Nations Korea Russia U.N Asia United States Department of Commerce

Labor wage boosts ripple through industry and politics

Ford tears up unexpired labor pact granting an immediate 8 cent hour rise for UAW workers. Chrysler adds 10 cent top‑up, and a wage settlement with 23 cent hourly boost for western rail unions. Economists warn of rising prices and looming wage and price controls as firms follow Ford’s pattern. Defense Secretary Johnson rejects resignation amid political attacks tied to policy and Korea aftermath.

Ford Motor Company United Automobile Workers Chrysler Corporation White House A.F.L. Switchman’s Western Railroads Ford Company Korea

Defense aims update on Korean War casualties

The defense department reports 6,886 total casualties through the third month of the war. It breaks down to 443 killed in action 3,889 wounded and 2,436 missing in action. Sixty wounded have been returned to duty. The tally excludes losses from the latest Communist push.

Defense Department

Draft extension Raises Stakes for Married Men and Medical Corps

The Armed Services Committee extends the draft to married men with dependents aged 19 to 25, with an estimated 1,000,000 affected and up to 400,600 qualifying. A compromise would draft doctors and dentists through age 50 to fill 5,600 doctors and 3,000 dentists trained at government expense. Volunteers get 100 dollars monthly. draftees do not. Maj Gen Hershey notes nearly three of five candidates are rejected.

House Armed Services Committee Senate House Lewis B Hershey National Selective Service

House approves anti Communist bill set to label fronts

The House passed 354 to 20 a bill targeting American Communists with heavy curbs. It would force registration of fronts, require propaganda labeling, bar defense and government employment, and restrict travel abroad. Truman reportedly disapproves citing civil liberties concerns. FBI estimates show about 550,000 affected. Hoover cites 50,000 Communists and ten times as many sympathizers. Dewey plans a third term, signaling Republican campaign focus on Truman’s Korea policy.

Taegu U.N Kyangju Pohang Pusan U.S Naktong River Naktong Nam River Maman Mason Navy Air Force House Senate Truman FBI Edgar Hoover United States Thomas E. Dewey New York Dewey

Kiwanis National Kids Day Aids U S Underprivileged Children

Kiwanis clubs across the United States and Canada plan National Kids Day events on September 23. Activities range from concerts and parades to essays and banquets to spotlight juvenile need. Funds stay local to support clinics and services for underprivileged children.

Kiwanis Club United States Canada Alaska Hawaii National James M Jimmie) Fidler J. Walter Thompson Company North Michigan Avenue Chicago Ill

Affection of a Pet May Allay Juvenile Problems

Raymond Hanfield of the National Dog Welfare Guild argues pets can curb juvenile delinquency by fostering affection and responsibility. The 1950 National Dog Week runs September 24 to 30 with a team approach for children and dogs. Artist Albert Stacle designed the official poster featuring the cover dog Butch.

Raymond J Hanfield National Dog Welfare Guild National Dog Week New York City Nome Albert Stacle Butch

Ex-New Dealer Pressman Admits Communist Ties

Mistaken Ex-New Dealer Lee Pressman testified before a House committee and named three other government employees as Communists in 1934 and 1935. He now says he felt he made a mistake joining the Communist party and has cut all ties.

New Lee Pressman House Pressman Communist Party

Truman signals Formosa change after Korean War peace

Formosa confusion deepens as President Truman says the U S seventh fleet may not be needed off Formosa once peace in Korea is secured. The meaning is unclear and many officials doubt the plan.

Formosa Truman U.S. Seventh Fleet

Building Character Together In National Dog Week Theme

National Dog Week promotes the theme Building Character Together highlighting that a dog's companionship shapes a child's character. Seven points cover finding homes for every dog, eradicating strays, informing owners, teaching kindness to animals, recognizing dogs as companions helpers and protectors, fair laws for dogs and owners, and respect for non owners' rights.

Grassland Farming Emerges as Highly Mechanized Practice

Grassland farming expands across the United States as farmers switch to grass for lower seed costs and soil conservation. New forage harvesters cut up to 15 tons of hay per hour and, with attachments, can chop corn at up to 20 tons per hour, reducing labor and production times since the 1930s.

United States Welland

Avoid Fall Milk Drop By Good Management

Most of the drop in milk production in late summer and fall can be prevented by planning and management. Use permanent pastures with temporary sudan grass or drought resistant pastures suited to conditions to save costs. Summers may look good but require limited balanced grain feed to prevent the slump and maintain later production.

Sudan

Both-Way Gate Construction Hinge-Free Design

A simple two way gate uses a 2x4 at each end extending above the gatepost. It fits into a stone foot hole with a nailed board top and a narrow slot in the opposite post. The design requires no hinges or hardware and can be sized to any height or length.

Pyrenone Proves Effective Against Horse Flies on Cattle

Extension entomologists report pyrenone as an effective control for horse flies on cattle. Although costly, a mixture of pyrenone to water in a 1 to 9 ratio is advised, about two pints per cow, and it lasts about one week.

Pharmacists Wanted at Crown Drug Company

Immediate openings for registered pharmacists and recent graduates at Crown Drug Company in Kansas City area markets Kansas Missouri Oklahoma. Includes top starting salary bonus life and hospitalization insurance and other benefits. Apply in writing to 21ty Central Kansas City Mr Huff

Crown Drug Company Kansas Missouri Oklahoma Kansas City Huff

Rankew Trade School Offers Wide Range of Trades

The David Rankew JF School of Mechanical Trader at 413% Finney Ave St. Louis 13 lists courses in air conditioning refrigeration auto body drafting plumbing welding and more. New students admitted part or full time day classes and veterans training is approved. For sale 40 Holstein heifers listed by Elwood Greene Kenwlck Iowa.

David. Ranken School OF Mechanical Finney Ave St. Louis

Sears offers new eyeglasses and optometrists in Lincoln

Sears in Lincoln Nebraska advertises new eyewear styles from two registered optometrists Dr Leonard FITCIL and Dr K FE LOOKABAUGH with no appointment necessary and an on-site office at Sears Roebuck. Also promotes Caleur's method for permanent safe removal of facial hair with a consultation and phone contact.

Sears Leonard Fitcil K. FE. Lookabaugh O Rnochuck & Co Lincoln Nebraska Wanda Hayes Welch Bigctrologise Bharp Brag

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