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Newspaper
The Gastonia Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1950
Page
1
A front line dispatch laments American withdrawals in Korea, recalling World War II retreats in Tunisia and the Battle of the Bulge. The writer argues the US forces were outgunned and outmanned, yet honors the fallen and stresses the tragedy of sending inexperienced troops.
A Tokyo spokesman said American tanks have arrived in Korea and will provide tank support when deployed. He declined to reveal the number, size, or current location of the tanks, noting they have not yet seen action.
Washington reports the draft law and enlistments will be used to raise overall military personnel ceilings for the Army Navy and Air Force. The Pentagon statement says the move aims to build up operating strength and replace units bound for Korea while permitting voluntary and selective service. Current total armed forces stand about 1,370,000 with the Army at 593,000 Navy and Marines 427,000 and the Air Force 350,000. The Army is expected to benefit first as four wartime divisions remain in the Far East and some head for Korea, part of a Far East force around 123,500 men.
Washington July 7 UP President Truman asked Congress for 260000.08 to speed atomic bomb work and hydrogen bomb experiments. The aim is to empower the Atomic Energy Commission to build more efficient plants and strengthen defenses while pursuing peaceful uses of atomic energy. The January 31 directive directs continued work on fusion weapons.
The Gastonia city council approved a budget of 1 614 190 dollars for the coming fiscal year starting July 1, trimming the tax rate to 1 40 dollars per 100 valuation and funding a five percent across the board raise for city employees. The budget also notes prepayment incentives and revised administrative allocations as departments plan for the new year. Meanwhile a separate 1950 polio outbreak report cites a March of Dimes drive record of 30 783 000 dollars and rising cases nationwide, with aid totaling 2 666 129 dollars advanced to local chapters. States like Arkansas Michigan Minnesota Texas exceed 200 000 each in contributions, with New York California Illinois providing the largest gifts in January.
AFL switchers end 12 day walkout against four of five midwest and western lines after President Truman calls strike unjustified. Rock Island continues. Great Western Great Northern Denver and Rio Grande Western Western Pacific suspended service. Union vows to keep Rock Island strike, questioning free bargaining amid government pressure.
The North Carolina Farm Bureau urged President Tremas to appoint an overall committee of representatives from agricultural groups to draft a permanent farm program. A C Edwards of Hookerton signed the letter, noting the need to support prices at a fair level and avoid a hasty or disastrous program. The bureau warned against attacks on farm gains and stressed using proven progress as a base for future policy.
In heavy rains near Taejon and Suwon, forces from both sides exchanged blows as American and Australian air and sea power boosted Korean war efforts. MacArthur reported North Korean divisions spearheading an eastward advance with multiple divisions probing west from Wonju, while air losses climbed and broader bombing was expected to strain enemy supply lines.
At a Waynesville public meeting July 2 State Highway Commission members inspect Western North Carolina roads. Charles E. Ray Jr. urged wider better highways to handle rising tourist traffic and future Blue Ridge Parkway use. Ray chairs the Parks Parkway and Forest Development Commission. Chairman Henry W. Jordan presided as the hearing marked the commission’s first action in years with county and federal cooperation.
Washington officials say the Korean war may be long and costly for the United States. They forecast steady military and financial buildup, with arms production and mobilization possibly needed to meet Communist challenges across Europe the Middle East and Asia. Initial expectations of rapid success have shifted since the early weeks of fighting.
Raleigh July 7 4 The State Budget Commission foresees a likely year end balance if general fund revenues meet prior levels. Officials noted projected spending totals of about 142 3 million and possible tightness due to economy measures. Pembroke State Teachers College and the Welfare Board sought larger appropriations. both requests were not approved and will be reconsidered with bids.
Formosa alert as Red China warns the United Nations of seizing Formosa despite military actions by the United States. Chou En-Lai sent a cable to UN Secretary‑General Trygve Lie accusing Washington of open aggression for deploying naval forces to protect the island. The Security Council convened to act on a resolution to name Gen Douglas MacArthur as first supreme commander of a UN force.
Communist forces poured reinforcements into invaded South Korea as U S and South Korean troops fought to hold and retake key towns near Suwon. American and Australian airmen pressed strikes despite poor weather, while discussions in Washington considered new weapons and faster Korea aid. The Raleigh note reports a state Supreme Court upholding Linwood Sumimi’s robbery conviction.
Torn night Saturday except cloudy with occasional high farm gusts extended forecast for the Carolinas from 7:38 p.m. EST to 7 p.m. Friday. Temperatures vary, coastal sections show higher readings. Scattered afternoon showers likely near terminals in the region, with some risk of moisture crossing into South Carolina and Georgia.
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