29 Sep 1950
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1950
Page
1
In Seoul the Lord's Prayer was spoken as General Douglas MacArthur presided over a decisive victory ceremony. Guards watched from corridors as shattered glass tinkled and the dome chapel held a somber service directed by MacArthur before the troops.
Lt. Gary Schumann of Syracuse heads the 3rd Battalion of the 324th Infantry in a two mile drive east of Seoul. American and allied forces broke through, killing about 300 enemy troops and capturing 125 as a platoon of tanks and a company moved rapidly through twisting streets. They crossed the Han River four days after boarding, with actions reported on the eastern edge of the city and pursuit into the hills north of Seoul.
A United Nations Security Council vote, led by Ecuador, moved to postpone Formosa debate until after November 15. Nations voting for the postponement included Russia, Britain, France, Norway, India, Yugoslavia, and Ecuador, while nationalist China Cuba and Egypt opposed. The ruling faced an immediate challenge from Nationalist China claiming a veto.
Richard L. Richaris 47 of New Hartford died when his twin engine plane struck a stone wall in thick fog near Route 3 in Montgomery County. Witnesses said the craft circled low, burst into flames after clipping a wall. he died minutes after being pulled from wreckage. Richaris worked as an engineer for National Access Stores.
Editorial notes a government increase in insurance against bank losses affecting savers. Marlow explains on the editorial page while reference to pages 62 16 and 47 appears in the note sections.
In Eveland two middle town women were designated heirs to an estimated 180,000 left by a sister who had not received aid for over 30 years. Anne Wy and Miss Nathert swore to the finding after a two year court inquiry. Lynn Hane of Ci ana served as administrator.
Major General Lewis B. Hershey, director of Selective Service, proposed extending the draft from 21 to 30 months to sustain a 1.5 million strong Army. He also urged eliminating collateral dependent deferments and loosening rules on recruiting veterans under 26, while keeping the 19 to 25 age band.
Councilman Tomb of the Fifth District denounces the newly appointed city sales tax commission as partial and says he will vote against the sales tax regardless of its report. Charles McNeil backs Tomb, accusing GOP leaders of dictating votes, while Mayor Corcoran’s appointees face criticism for ties to the coordinating committee. Tomb vows to oppose the tax despite commission findings.
A weather forecast predicts mild, fair conditions with showers possible in the next 48 hours as Weatherman Andrew P. Keller notes cloudiness but generally pleasant weather. Across Korea reports describe mass killings near Taejon, with hundreds of South Koreans found dead and civilians reported massacred, while American POWs are rescued and Maj. Gen. William F. Dean is reportedly seen in the prison complex.
Washington report states the Defense Department lists 17,200 American casualties in Korea through Sept. 22, based on official notices to next of kin. The total includes 2,441 dead, 21,050 wounded, and 3,959 missing. breakdown shows 16,087 Navy and 951 Air Force among the wounded.
A concise report notes Cady approaching a new safety record in the 130 ward race, with ongoing revisions and competitive margins. The piece highlights the contender’s progress, the field status, and anticipation of a possible record milestone.
Washington officials denounced the Soviet Union as a power hungry government bent on spreading its control by force and terror. A policy outline, drafted at President Truman's suggestion, accused the USSR of annexing large territories since 1945 and ruling hundreds of millions of people, with aims to extend its empire into Asia.
Film star walks through cattle barns when a four day old calf is passed. She pens a quick kiss as the calf responds with a gentle lick, prompting playful commentary about the scene at the Albuquerque event.
Philadelphia hotel workers prepare for a looming strike amid stalled negotiations with employers over pay benefits and working conditions. Unions cite contract impasses as the key trigger for potential walkouts affecting downtown properties and tourism.
News agency dispatches report Gen Douglas MacArthur turning over Seoul to President Syngman Rhee in a ceremony at the capital. The 38th Parallel dominates a sharp halt order to South Korean forces, with two additional columns nearing the boundary as fighting and shelling continue along the front.
London reports Japan and Britain have begun talks toward a peace treaty as officials assess terms. No further details available in the fragment.
A fragmented text appears to discuss the role of police and prosecutors in clearing the innocent versus convicting the guilty. The readable portions mention vindication and the justice system, but many words are garbled, leaving the exact scope unclear.
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