Ground Troop Aid Debate Intensifies on Capitol Hill
Washington December 26 Republicans press for cure to Soviet threats urging careful public stance on American military aid. Democrats show some support for self defense and a Hoover style stand alone policy while Europe seeks stronger action from France and other nations. Senate leaders debate whether to deploy ground troops or rely on air power around Russia.
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Royal birth in Egypt adds a son to King Farouk’s family
Cairo reports Princess Taikeh wife of Prince Sadek Hey and sister of King Farouk gave birth to a son today. It marks another royal birth this month as Princess Favela reportedly welcomed a daughter the same week.
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Paris delays rearmament debate in national assembly
In Paris on December 26 the cabinet of Premier Rene Pleven agreed to delay the rearmament debate until tomorrow. Pierre Montel of the Republican Liberty Party argued the national defense committee lacked time to study the proposals, while the Communists pressed the issue and Pleven warned of powerful allies.
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Gilmer Aikin Proves Worth In Texas Education
Texas Education leaders say the Gilmer Aikin program now in its second year adds about 35 million dollars annually to state education costs and improves opportunities. Consolidation created stronger districts, cutting the number of districts from about 4 412 to roughly 2 500 by 1950 51. Attendance rose, more than 3 500 teachers were added, and pay rose for bachelor and master degree holders to attract and retain quality staff.
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Horror Express Exodus From Seoul to Pusan Told
Seoul reporter Young H Lea recounts a five day open boxcar trek carrying refugees from Seoul to Pusan aboard what he calls the Horror Express. He recalls crowded, frigid conditions, starvation risks, and deaths as families clung to hope while the UN base in Pusan prepared for a spring offensive against advancing Communist forces.
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Movement Denied in Bethlehem Troop Massing Claims
LAKE SUCCESS December 26 TL Kenen press officer for the Israeli delegation to the UN called Egyptian reports that Israeli troops were massing souls and east of Bethlehem malicious propaganda. He dismissed the claims as unfounded and propaganda.
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Stalin Peace Prize committee named in Moscow
The presidium of the Supreme Soviet announced a 12 member committee to award the first International Stalin Peace Prize for strengthening peace among peoples. The group includes three Russians and delegates from nine other nations including China. No meeting date was given for selecting candidates for the 200 000 ruble prize.
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