Government borrowing and taxes cloud rosy sky of 1941
Government borrowing and rising taxes threaten to dampen a hoped for 1941 business boom. The article notes planned tax changes and large borrowing by the government, estimating higher income taxes and debt expansion could slow investment and profits, despite anticipated budget stimulus and wartime demand. It discusses the balance between spending, borrowing, and tax policy and their impact on business sentiment.
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John F. Flynn
NEA Service
Monely
Jay Lhe
Imcome
Patvicttiou
Tris
Howeever
Rosy Trobe
Beemer
Fis
Tts
EUN-OFF PRIMARY: A Tale of Turmoil in Harrisburg
Fragmented draft notes describe political scandal and calls for reform during a legislative session. The piece cites pressure from voters and hints at corruption, with references to assassinations, on the spot actions, and demands for accountability in the state capital.
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Pita
Pei
Ahnulle Tore
Geek
Republicen Rex Riz. Jey
Nira
Feymson
Roosevelt
Peary Lawn
Uy Debat
Label Liquor As Poison Psychiatrist Says
A garbled report cites a psychiatrist advocating labeling liquor as poison. The piece references doctors and institutions in Philadelphia and Boston and discusses alcohol dangers and calls for reform while mentioning critics and public health concerns.
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Tho
Revember Business Climbs Across Tulsa and Surrounding Areas
A fragmented report details a rise in business activity during Revember with sales led by department stores and general merchandise. It notes gains across clothing shops, shoe stores, grocery outlets, hardware dealers, and building material suppliers, while population figures and prices are mentioned in passing.
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Washington
Beimas
Tulsa
Wight
LAGU
Fom
Ney
Dey Gems
Genere
Reo
Genrat
Bovuin
Hanber
Planned Chemical Resource Survey in Midwest Defense Effort
Fragmentary text describes a planned survey related to chemical resource use for air defense. It mentions Kansas City and various defense program ties, including munitions and TNT production. An engineer from Pittsburg and Madeaway Mines Co. is referenced. The passage is incomplete and difficult to parse.
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Kansas City
Urpstate
Misal Ki
Oklahoma
Carey
Pierie Reid
Aajor Arny
Kennett A
Atd Seneral’ Pianager
Pittsburg & Nmadwaya Minin Co
Pittsboro
W. Robi
State Eyes Single Board to Run Oklahoma Higher Ed
The state coordinating board recommends placing all higher education institutions under one governing board named The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. The plan would consolidate governance of University, state colleges, teachers colleges, agricultural schools, and more, with appointments by the governor and senate confirmation. The proposal aims to streamline funding, property control, and strategic planning across Oklahoma’s public colleges and universities.
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Galahoma City
State Coordinating Board
Phillips
Oklakkoma Stats
Pane Corporation
Tye Tee
Terra
Gers Weindal
Coptcot
Cartrot
University of Oklahoma
Gilahoma
A. & ML College
Oklahoma College For Women
Essr
Central
State College
Central State College
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Northwest
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Southwestern State
College of Diversified Occupations
Panhandle
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Eastern Oklahoma
Murray State School of Agriculture
Camerion Agricultural College
M. University
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Oklahoma Military Academe
Board of Regents
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Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges
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Amstrey
Oklahoma
Ios
Suarh
Francis Kelly
Tahoma City
Robert S. Kerr
Ome
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Norman
University of Oklahomea
Bro A. Nesh
Chhickasia
Delahaoe
Collec For Women
A. Tinseherd
Ade
East Conteral State Colleges
AG. William
Som
Ity
Okhihonma City University
C. JT. Pontius
Tilsa
Fugaway Tty
Eugene S.briggs
Pullips University
Enid
W. C. Spot
Bartlesville
Jotinane
Hg, Bennett
Stilwater
Diskeham A. & M. College
Sofia W. Raley
Higher Education Board Recommends Chancellor Plan
A state report urges consolidating higher education under a unified regents system led by a chancellor. It envisions an admin office with research accounting public relations and an advisory group, aiming to cut duplication and boost efficiency while maintaining strong faculty leadership and institutional autonomy within the capitol.
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Faitog Authority
Giverk
Theowginito
Ugtzan
Laboratory
Kworld
Heard
Anerdor
Administra
Adusisainns
Foot
Gayda Warns Of Limits In U S Axis Tensions
Rome reports that Galea Gayda s veto warning about the Rome Berlin axis tolerance being limited and the possibility of United States intervention if Germany or Italy act against Britain. He criticized Roosevelt and warned that any moves would precede a broader response while noting pacific measures and non belligerent posture.
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Rome
Gayde
Britain
Gayda
Output Of Arms Now Rising Fast
Washington reports the defense commission notes rising arms output with plans to reach 50,600 aircraft and 2,055,000 guns for allied nations. Contracts exceed ten billion dollars, covering ships, factories, ammunition, tanks, and trucks. President Roosevelt says production lags behind demand but is accelerating.
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Washington
Defonse Commission
Hkawise
Army One
Wnii
Angenivan Indusae
Navy
Armer
Veterans Reject State Economy Talk At Oklahoma Capitol
Veteran politicians at the capital dismiss proposals to cut or close state institutions including Western Oklahoma Charity Hospital in Clinton, Whitaker Orphanage in Pryor, and the Confederate Veterans Home in Ardmore. Observers say the drive to abolish or reshape these facilities faces strong resistance from legislators who seek to preserve established institutions.
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Oklaroma City
CUPL
Cie
Oklahomes
Clintom
Whitaker
Pryor
Confederate Veterans
Ardmore
Lagiskanne
William HE Murray
Murray
Oklahoma
Mare Witt
Pny
Pepreyertativ
Ten Top Oklahoma Stories Of The Year 1940
Associated Press editors pick Oklahoma highlights for 1940 led by defense move and state programs. Key items include the defense mobilization and draft, Governor W. H. Henrys taxes and road funding battles, the census results, Communist trials, elections, weather, and the 43rd division parade.
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Oklahoma
Associated Press
W. B. Bizzell
Brandt
Mit
Continent
Roger Dunsinghar
Associated
Prass
Oklahomx
Bren
Patiog
Ks 9
Soomertsa
Ctlah City
United States
Oklahome Nanokat Guard
Fort SW
Shakeup in Youth Programs Signals CCC and NYA Merge
Washington report outlines a government reshuffle combining the Civilian Conservation Corps and the National Youth Administration into a unified agency. Aubrey Williams and J. J. McBride named leaders, with unknown later appointments. CCC operates about 136 camps serving 260,000 enrollees. NYA runs 50 camps and extra projects. The move aims to align training, relief, and employment with broader wartime needs.
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Bruce Cationada
Washington
Gui
Cleilian Conservation Corps
Namerah Youth J Administration
Ong
Ty Aubrey Williams
J. J. McBute
Cot
WYAL
ECE
CCC
New Year Promise Fails to Curb Drinking, Durfee Claims
In a report to the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Dr Charles H Durfee of Weekfield, RH, argued that will power and abstinence cannot control drinking. He contended that deception and willful restraint worsen the problem by keeping liquor in the mind and triggering continued use. The talk contrasted social resolutions with the need for broader approaches to alcohol control.
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McDonough
Philadelphoa Dow
United States
Moore
Alywrson
Boston
Lee
Mateoiol
Philadelphia
AyMpusidm
Mn Aichal
American Association For the Advancement of Scuwace
Charles H. Durfee
Wekefield
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