Public sentiment grows for price controls
George Gallup reports rising public support for price controls since Truman urged action. While April showed 39 percent in favor, current polls indicate a majority favor controls on certain products, especially foods, with strong city housewives backing action and anticipated sympathy for presidential appeals in big cities.
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George Gallup
American Institute of Public Opinion
Princeton
Congress
Truman
Odal
Public divides over price supports in 1948 campaign
A survey shows city voters favor cutting price guarantees to farmers to reduce food costs, while farmers want the guarantees kept. National results: 46 percent approve reductions, 39 percent disapprove, 15 percent unsure, with regional splits reflecting urban and rural interests shaping the 1948 presidential contest.
Hillsboro Man Killed in Embankment Collision
Jimmy Cobb about 30 of Hillsboro died when his car was struck from behind on State Highway 22 and plunged over an embankment after he was thrown from the vehicle Billie Underwood 22 of Itasca was the other driver. The crash occurred early today as Cobb was returning from fishing. A stray line at end mentions a claim about beauty aid spending by American men.
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Galbraith
Hillsboro
Jimmy Cobb
Cobb
Parently
Billie Underwood
Itasca
Exams to Pick Therapists for Veterans Hospitals
Civil service examinations announced to fill occupational therapist positions with the Veterans Administration in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Salaries range from 2974 to 5232 dollars per year. Applications and information available from H. M. Timmons, civil service secretary, Room 21, Post Office Building.
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Veterans Administration
Texas
Louisiana
Mississippi
H. M. Timmons
Civil Service
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