Shirley Chadwick Retires From English Channel Swim Record
Florence Chadwick, the 31 year old professional swimmer from England, attempted the English Channel crossing from Dover in rough seas. She reportedly gave up about eight miles from shore after seaweed and jagged rocks hindered progress despite remaining prepared to swim back.
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Unclear OCR fragment on political plan delays
Fragmentary text references a Capitol decision, an inflation plan, and delays. The passage is garbled with missing names and quotes, hindering clear meaning or context.
Belgium Raises Defense Budget by Five Billion Francs
Premier Jean Duvieusart told Parliament that Belgium will increase its defense budget by 5 billion francs about 100 million dollars. The announcement came in Brussels today.
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Today's Features Forrester's Diary Contemplates U S Military Predicament
Marquis' Childs writes in Capital Calling about how America arrived at its current military position. The page note lists features and sections across pages 10 through 30, with Talk Over on page 10 and Today's Pictures on page 12, plus sections in Comics Crosswords Horoscope and various department pages.
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Area Weather Outlook for Syracuse and State
The weather forecast calls for generally fair skies over the state with light variable winds. Syracuse may see slightly above normal temperatures tomorrow and Thursday with a chance of a shower Friday or Saturday, but overall pleasant conditions are expected for the week. Last night’s lows stood at Syracuse 53, Binghamton 47, Rochester 51, Utica 49, and Albany 50.
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Russia faces fourth UN veto over Korea diplomacy
In Lake Success, Russia threatens a fourth veto as the 11 nation UN Security Council convenes to decide whether to press on with efforts to push North Korea back to the 38th parallel. The Soviet plan proposes peace talks to follow a potential halt in military actions.
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Buick Roadmaster Sets Unveils New Safety Glass
Buick Motors announced a new safety glass option for its Roadmaster and Super Series cars. The glass features a bluish green tint from chemicals in its manufacturing.
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Buick Motors
Truman Urges Calm Over Hysteria In Address To Congress
White House officials said President Truman prepared a message to Congress warning the nation against hysteria amid Cold War tensions. The 3500 word address outlines recommendations to bolster internal security and strengthen existing security laws to counter sabotage and Communist influence.
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Freighter in distress aided by Coast Guard and Dexter officers
In the North Atlantic the stricken Sos Belfri near New York received aid as the Coast Guard and vessels from the Dexter fleet mounted a rescue long with the Nieuw Amsterdam. Weather worsened and the relief effort evolved as the Belfri’s voyage resumed toward winds.
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Plane Crashes Near Edwards AFB During Test Flight
An AJ 1 attack bomber built by North American Aviation crashed four miles from Edwards Air Force Base after its engine tore away during a test flight. Pilot Daniel Barnell Jr. of 30 and co-pilot Charles Poage, 27, reportedly parachuted from the jet at 15 000 feet.
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U. S. Plane Drops Incendiaries on Oranienbaum Village
The Soviet ADN reported an American plane designated S-d5 dropped incendiary bombs on a German village under Soviet occupation, Oranienbaum in Saxony, on July 27. The report released yesterday identifies the location and aircraft type in the incident.
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Auto Production Decrease Doubted in New York Dealers Say
Leading New York auto dealers asserted there is no sign that current production will be cut. They said even a broader defense effort would not halt manufacturing, only slow it.
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Veterans urge immediate enactment of economic program
A New York committee of veterans urged immediate enactment of an economic program as national policy. The statement was issued by the fal ten a Sea Go So eiaat iyeaish War Veterans.
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Marines Activate Tank Unit Call 1,000 Reservists Near Syracuse
The Marine Corps recalls all reservists in a major activation. The 10th Tank Battalion will be fully activated August 21 and depart August 31 from Syracuse to Camp Pendleton California for advanced training. More than 1,000 Syracuse area men are affected with Maj Leo Case among those already on active duty.
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Lapse of Memory at Great Neck Post Office
The Great Neck post office faced embarrassment as 1,000 letters postmarked December 1947 were found undelivered. The Christmas mail lay in a mildewed mail sack in the back of an abandoned car in a junk yard, awaiting distribution.
Girl cabbies back Detroit firms amid manpower crunch
Detroit firms report easing labor shortages through female taxi drivers who recall wartime service. The industry notes growing demand as companies hire women to replace drafted men and meet transit needs.
NEA YORK reports rise in water and air complaints
Local agencies record an uptick in NEA YORK water and air complaints in near term. Officials note property, business and residential areas affected as reports grow across sectors. An analysis outlines sources and potential mitigation steps being considered by authorities.
Ives Says Dewey Won't Seek Third NY Governor Term
Senator Ives reports Dewey has made up his mind to retire from politics and not run again for governor of New York. He notes Lieutenant Governor Hanley is likely the Republican nominee, while the senatorial race remains unsettled.
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Dewey
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Joe’ R. Hanley
New ‘York
Korean Tank Crews Fear U.S. Rockets, Says Pentagon
A Chinese Korean War era report quotes a fourth Korean tank crewman stating Communist tank units are in mortal fear of American planes and rockets. The remarks were relayed to the Pentagon via Gen. Douglas MacArthur’s headquarters, indicating high-level confidence in air superiority.
North Korean Forces Extend Break At Naktong River
In Korea, North Korean troops crossed the Allied Naktong River defense and bulged two miles east on an 8000 yard front Tuesday. MacArthur’s war summary notes a possible threat to bridgeheads across the river, with reports of 90000 Reds in two rivers as Eighth Army HQ tracks the advance.
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Seoul City Sue Wins Auction Despite Nickname Controversy
The auction for a famed figure nicknamed Seoul City Sue proceeded amid controversy over the nickname. Bidding concluded with the expected bidder securing the lot.
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Sue
Sketched front line moves near Taegu in Korean front
Reported faint details place troops about 15 miles west of Taegu and three Red regiments totaling around 9 000 men. One tank sighting noted as fighting across a river line. Further details promised on Page 7 Column 1.
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Egyptian Queen Stripped of Title by King Farouk
The official Gazetted decree states King Farouk stripped his mother Queen Nazir of her title and royal rights. The action follows her continued support of his sister’s marriage to Fathia, a Coptic Christian commoner, at Riad Chali.
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Canada seeks 4000 volunteers for UN force in Korea
Ottawa defense officials announced recruitment for a Canadian Army Special Force of about 4,000 volunteers to serve wherever the United Nations needs it. The self-sustaining brigade would include infantry artillery and supporting elements to sustain fighting in the field.
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DeWitt Taxpayers Protest Assessments
DeWitt taxpayers gathered at the Town Hall in protest of local assessments. The piece notes Mackenzie King and grievances linked to a $750,000 estate and a $423,006 trust, with sessions held across the county and funds aimed at scholarships.
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Wiaiane Ts Peek
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MacArthur Expected to Build Up Before Major Counteroffensive
A SPOKESMAN said MacArthur will start with a large buildup of supplies and supporting units before any all-out counterpush. He described an offensive approach as preferable to a pure counteroffensive and warned against expecting UN troops to advance as quickly as Communist forces did early in the war.
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Town Officials Report Unclear Statement on Taxes
Local officials voiced concern over long standing tax assessments and urged residents to address rising charges. The report notes confusion and calls for action as the time to resolve the issue approaches.
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