25 Apr 1946
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1946
Page
1
Editorial overview notes scarcities in wheat supplies and urges increased conservation measures. The piece contrasts Conservative party gains in a Japanese election with broader global economic and political shifts, framing the results within a Western newspaperman’s interpretive lens.
Government maps conservation steps as U S wheat supply tightens. With 332 million bushels total availability, exports due before July 1 total 125 million, domestic use at least 125 million, 35 million for feed, 13 million for seed. Britain’s bid for mutual rationing rejected by Secretary Anderson. U S production viewed as too dispersed for control.
Farmers and workers in essential output gain building material priorities under eased emergency housing regulations. Priority aid is set for repairs or alterations to keep existing homes habitable. Builders who began non veteran housing before March 26 may apply for priority completion of their projects.
In postwar Nippon, conservatives gain representation in a 416 seat parliament with 40 to 68 percent voter turnout. Women voters rise sharply, helping leading candidates Shigeyo Takeuchi and Shizue Kato in Tokyo. Communists show strength amid anti Shidehara demonstrations and food shortage blame.
President Truman urging extension of the selective service act, Congress moves to keep the draft for at least nine months while boosting army and navy pay to draw volunteers. Pay hikes include private 75, private first class 81, sergeant 115, and top officers up to 732, with other increases for varied ranks. Internationally, the UN Security Council faces Poland's push to sever diplomatic ties with Spain amid Franco regime concerns, while Russia seeks to close Iran question and press for oil concessions in a Russo Iranian deal with 51 percent control.
Secretary of War Robert P Patterson announced a new armored cavalry arm merging the famed horse cavalry with armored units. Personnel will come from multiple branches, not just the cavalry, mirroring the armored force recruitment. A small mounted detachment and pack animals will be kept for training and rough terrain work.
British backed Polish army in exile shows reluctance to repatriate after Red occupation of eastern Poland in 1939. Interviews reveal desire to settle in Canada or Chicago, with many having served long sentences in Russia and fearing renewed imprisonment. Co op discussion notes tax issues and benefits to farmers and small business.
Burly union leader John L Lewis voices Shakespearean rhetoric urging coal operators to discuss health and welfare funds and safety in a new UMW contract. Operators accuse him of stalling, warning of a national crisis over his demands while stressing profits and opposition to concessions.
In Geneva the League of Nations officially bows out as French Delegate Paul Boncour warns the United Nations that disarmament is essential to preserve peace. He notes the old league collapsed due to governments clinging to military force, while UN contemplates a two million troop international body. The Argentine delegation walked out over a vice presidency during protests but later returned after consultations.
Preliminary reports from the department of agriculture indicate cattle numbers declined in North America by about two million and in Europe by six million since the start of 1945. In contrast the Soviet Union shows an increase of about three and seven tenths million. Little net change is reported elsewhere.
A boxing gate receipts expert doubts the Louis Conn fight will surpass the Chicago Tunney Dempsey peak or Philadelphia sums. He cites venue capacity, ticket pricing, and high taxes, noting Dempsey's era produced five shows over a million dollars, while Louis has yet to hit that landmark.
Bookmakers list the Cardinals at even money to win the National League pennant. The American League appears wide open with the Yankees and Red Sox favored as the better balanced teams. Odds reflect a competitive season with no clear front runner in the AL.
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