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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1950

Page

2

Korean War U S Regains Ground in South

In the Taegu region advances and counterattacks mark the day as South Korean and U S forces contend with North Korean units. Reports describe ground movements near Yongchon and Ushung, with a push toward Imam Ni and Hajang. Air sorties and naval shelling support efforts along the Naktong corridor, targeting rail yards, airfields, and enemy positions.

San Antonio U. 8 South Yongchon Pohang Taegu Hank Kigye Eighth Army Ushung 6Th Disvision Hywabongdong Yong- Chon U.S 1St Cavalry Division Reds Naktong Kumchon Isuil Waegwan Runch Central U. S Hyonpung Red Aqth Division Waegwan Faegu Arne i Nakteng Uihung Changnyong-bulge Naktong River Pusan

Ambulance Driver Delivers Baby in Transit Incident

In Washington a ambulance driver William Tippett transporting an expectant mother faced obstructions from two motorcycle officers who frightened the crew. Despite the chaos the driver kept hands on the wheel and gas pedal, following instructions as a new citizen was delivered en route. Mother and baby arrived at the hospital in good health.

Washington William Tippett Tippett

Winn Will To Be Probated

The will of M. A. Witt was admitted to probate Tuesday by County Judge Charles W. Anderson. Witt, who died July 25 while on a Caribbean cruise, appointed his widow, Mrs. Eshel 2D. Winn, as independent executrix and left all of his estate to her.

M. A. Witt Charles W. Anderson

Bus Route Change Backed by Residents in Highlands

A petition signed by 40 Highlands residents urged reversing a transit route change proposed by the Transit Co. The plan shifted Aug 23 from Bailey Ave terminal to a Schley Ave terminal, with three left turns and parking undesired for a terminal. No city council approval existed yet. A conference to decide the petition to restore the old route was planned.

Highlands Ety, Auy Teairt W. Lewis Transit Co Bailey Ave Waltecsst Schley Ave Raymond RB South Transit Ing Ff

S.A. Man on Mercy Ship Survives Ocean Disaster

Jerty ure ammunion, son of Mes No H Crawford, 924 Cantrell Drive, was among survivors of the hospital ship Benevolence. Stammock told his mother in San Francisco he wore a life jacket, stayed in the water for hours, and felt scared and cold until rescue. He has served in the navy two years. He phoned home to share his experiences amid the sinking.

Jerty Ure Ammunion H. Crawford Cantrell Young Stammock San Francisco Navy

Social Security Tax Forms To Replace Stamps

The Internal Revenue Bureau outlined preliminary plans under the new social security act. Household workers will file quarterly reports with a first due date of April 30, 1951. Farm workers use Form 941 with a same first due date. Self employed persons pay annually via income tax returns, with the first payment due March 15.

Washington Internal Revenue Bireau Truman Revenuue George d. Schoeneman Schoeneman Schooneman

Johnson Defense Chief Defends U S Forces Amid VFW Call

In Chicago on August 23 an official defended Johnson against VFW charges of incompetence. He cited near doubling of U S combat forces over two years and noted fleet and air force gains since 1948. The convention urged outlawing the Communist party and backing the McCarran Act, while RCA's chairman warned of Soviet threats.

Chicago INS Department Defenge Johnson Marx Leva Secretary of Defense Veterans of Foreign Wars Leva VFW Clyde A. Lewis Gen. Macarthur Jerhose Formosa Republic of Korea MacArthur White House Mundt RSD van Zandt David Sernoft Radio Corporation of America

Who Wants To Stay Sane Comic Twist In Mass Car Find

NEW BEDIuED Mass AUR 2. David Lumiansky becomes legal owner of $20,000 found roadside last Aug 29 He says it drives him crazy as half the country claims the dough while the other half wants to speed it up He hasn’t slept four days and wonders if he should have kept the money.

New Bediued Mass David Lumiansky Lumiansky

Parking Plan Ties to San Antonio Redevelopment

Commissioner C Ray Davis announced a parking plan to be included in the urban redevelopment and slum clearance program after a council meeting in the mayor's office. Frank Robertson and Col Waller I Lilly discussed the master plan with Davis noting a zoning board response on an offstreet parking ordinance.

San Anonio C. Ray Davis Frank Robertson Col. Waller I. Lilly Davis

Teenage Slayers of Salesman Sentenced in Arizona Case

Phoenix reports that Ebert’s Gene Riddell aged 20 from Waco received life imprisonment for the second degree murder of Gustave A Beauseaul a 36 year old salesman killed near Mesa Arizona. Charles Oplie aged 26 also from Waco drew 9 to 40 years for the same crime.

Phoenix Ebert Gene Riddell Waco Charles Oplie Gustave A.beauseaul Los Angeles Mesa Ariza

Life buoy coconut oil soap product tease

Advertisement style blurb touts Life buoy coconut oil soap for baby skin and complexions. Mentions Levay Brothers Company and a tin cleaner alongside claims to stop body odor and promote friendship with Lifehupy tartay in a period tone.

Eleanor Lifebuoy Levay Brothera Company Tin Cleaner B.O

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