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Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1950

Page

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Vigilantes Patrol Night Exposes Chicken Thieves In Kensington

Citizens deputized by the local police halt motorists amid night forays on hen roosts. Four Exeter residents from Salisbury bound travelers were stopped near Harold Smith's Kensington farm. a shotgun was used to order them from the car and demand identification.

Kensington Harold ¥. Smith Exeter Salisbury Mass Rose Mitchell Exeter Hospital Brentwood Road Foxe Ford Smith

Seabrook Authorizes Legal Town Meeting For Budget Vote

Seabrook gains permission by Superior Court order to hold a special town meeting on September 9 to appropriate funds for town affairs without action by the budget committee. The six annual and special meetings faced repeated postponements amid disputes between the selectmen and budget committees.

Seabrook Emory Eaton Superior Court Stephen M. Wheeler Budget Committee New Hampshire Wheeler State Tax Commission Call Arthur J. Call Supreme Court Ralph C. Bragg Tan Dennis E. Sullivan E A

Draft Delinquents Face Immediate Induction in New Hampshire

Concord reports that men aged 18 to 26 who evade the draft will face severe penalties including up to a $10,000 fine or five years in prison. State director John H. Greenaway notes only 18 to 20 confirmed delinquents so far and explains procedures for registration checks and possible rapid induction if deferrals are ignored.

Concord New Hampshire John H. Greenaway Selective Service Greenaway U. S Ucling

UN Delegates Read War Threats In Malik Speech

Delegates in the Security Council studied Malik's remarks on Korea amid threats of widening conflict. Malik warned that continued military actions in Korea would not localize but broaden the war, accusing the United States and its council delegation of provocation. Russia countered with calls for foreign troop withdrawal and accused the US of armed aggression.

Malik Security Council Jakob A. Malik Council Korea United States United States of America United State Heemandad Russia Great Britain Asia United Nations U. 5 Warren Austin Beledh

Senate weighs tax plan as debate looms next day

Senate preparations for a brisk debate over a broad tax measure include a proposed excess profits levy and reshaped rates. Key figures including Senator O Mahoney push to limit profits while a finance committee bill previews $3B in individual taxes and $1.5B in corporate taxes. The outcome hinges on timing and potential late changes.

Washington Senate George D-Ga Senate Finance Committee O’mahoney D-Wyo Truman America O'Mahoney

Economy Backers Gain Veto Faces Aid to Spain

Washington measures await House action on higher taxes and larger military outlays as economy backers push to trim non-defense spending. A $1.438 billion two year highway bill moved after Senate cuts. Byrd cites potential broader savings while Truman signals possible veto over a $100 million loan to Spain. Senate vote was by voice.

Veto Spain Washington Congress House Senators Neuman Senate Byrd D-Va Federn ap+ proprisien Truman Robertson Joe

Taegu Front Battles Intensify As Reds Press North

American and South Korean forces hit North Korean infiltrators near Taegu as 50,000 Reds push along a 120 mile front. Heavy fighting on the American right flank. tanks used cautiously. several ridges and supply routes come under attack. U S units counterattack and aim to halt the drive.

Tokyo Taegu Korean Central Tom Lambert U. S U.S Cudges Lambert

Heavier U.S. Tanks Challenge Communist Armor in Korea

American officials say newer heavy tanks surpass the best Soviet models in Korea, with reports that the 44-ton General Chaffee lagged behind the T-34 early on. The 90-millimeter guns of General Patton could threaten the Stalin IL, while a new light tank Bun is due soon to handle Russian mediums.

Washington Koreas United States Chaffee Iliak Wie Daten Patton Josef Stalin Red U.S Army Maakeanen Sild Hey Dexamberdique

Base guards detain vehicles amid suspected theft

Capt. Leon W. Blair, USN, base commander, said marine guards frisked cars and buses at the base today while leaving. He explained the terse notice that property is being stolen is the basis for the searches.

Leon W. Blair USN Seares

Rail Unions Agree To Limit Walkouts In 1946 Standoff

Two rail unions vow to keep token walkouts limited for now as five day shutdowns at three terminals and two critical railroads test the system. White House aide Steelman urges readiness to resume talks while unions cite respect for President Truman and avoid a full nationwide strike.

Washington Weg Y Condus Cleveland Louisville St. Paul Yesterdaly Elgin Jolivk Bastyr Piblabural Kita Bete Mr. Truman

Brass Gook Surrenders Tells All to Allies

A 27-year-old lieutenant colonel of the North Korean 16th division surrendered to South Korean lines near Taegu with a white flag. He provided details on his artillery, named positions, and spoke of mass surrender hopes while noting distrust within his army and the impact of American air and artillery pressure. He praised South Korea’s governance and described counter intelligence efforts against propaganda leaflets.

Taegu Korea North Korea Tabu United Nations Morales Frank Dietrich Travers City Mich Republic of Korea Dietrich U.S. 27Th Infantry Regiment Halle Henry H. Kuwabara Salt Lake City Hokno North Korean Youth Party Communist Army China South Korea

Bumper Tangling Convicts Tipsy Driver Cobb at Killery Point

Willis W. Cobb, 64, of Kittery Point, pleaded innocent to a charge arising from a minor bumper tangling with another car. He was found guilty by Recorder W. Paul Quarlington, posted $200 bail, and immediately appealed. Cobb claimed age and stiffening after driving and said he had two beers. He remained free pending October York County Superior Court appearance.

Sullivan board_of selectmen Selectmen Supreme Court Wall Isue Willis W. Cobb Killery Point Cobb W. Paul Quarrington York County Kittery Point Yorkshire Kittery Roger Warrris Wallingford Square Farris Farvie Wesley Davis Killary Depirmmant J.¥. Tucker Sanford Quarcington Tucker Exeter Durham

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