Social security coverage expansion debate and rates note
The piece lists newspaper publication details and pricing for Athens Ohio delivery and mail. it then discusses social security law proposals. It notes new eligibles include self employed workers and various workers not currently covered. It suggests Congress remains split on fundamental goals but unlikely to change before passage.
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Whip & W. Va
Athens
Ohio
Postoffice
Congress
Russia has a new tool the ball-point pen
The article argues the Soviets have copied an American product, the ball-point pen, and could use it for military deception or revenue. It warns the US no longer holds a monopoly on this invention and predicts possible diplomatic and financial implications for the Soviet Union.
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Moscow
China
Russia
Beans and barter as Albania faces breadline pressure
Albania’s markets have run dry since joining the Cominform split with Tito. Prices have surged from 200 to 500 percent while residents rely on beans for survival. Russia and its allies push East West trade talks as Tito’s stance pressures the Kremlin.
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Russia
UN Economic Commission
Europe
Albania
Tito
Marshal Stalin
Kremlin
Plan to extend social security moves through Congress
The long promised social security revision advances in Congress via two bills. The plan, pledged by both parties in 1948, would raise maximum monthly benefits from 85 to 150 dollars and allow 50 dollars in earnings before benefits stop, boosting dignity for some retirees while most would still receive less.
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Congress
Immunity and blunt talk tested by conflicts in Congress
A veteran navy officer faces discipline after privately calling out a senator. The piece argues congressional immunity should not shield lawmakers from scrutiny while penalizing a service member for remarks about a politician. It condemns the double standard and urges loyalty across the armed forces.
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Navy
Labor reform faces stalemate in Taft-Hartley era politics
Washington observers report the administration atras Taft-Hartley repeal is paralyzed by side issues. A proposed minimum wage hike and broader Social Security faced tax obstacles. Morse emerges as a potential hinge for compromise as House and Senate labor battles loom into spring.
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House Labor Committee
Congress
House
Senate Labor Committee
Thomas
Wayne Morse
Oregon
Morse
Aiken, Ives
Senate
Maurice J. Tobin
Gerhard P. van Arkel
National Labor Relations Board
Real estate tax reform urged by Athens County board president
The Public Forum urges Ohio homeowners and buyers to oppose Senate Bills 37 and 63 that would lower the bond and levy passage threshold from 65 to 55 percent. It argues easier tax hikes threaten home ownership and urges citizens to contact State Senator and Representative to express opposition. Earl D. Mender Sr addresses readers as Athens County Real Estate Board president, Nelsonville, February 28.
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Ohio
Senate
Ohio General Assembly
Free
America
Earl D. Mender
Athens County Real Estate Board
Nelsonville
World Day of Prayer services set for March 4
World Day of Prayer is planned March 4 at 2 p.m. in the Methodist Church on North Valley Street and is open to the public. Clarence Thomas was admitted to a Columbus hospital. Mrs. William Mace Sr. was admitted to Sheltering Arms Hospital in Athens, per Mrs. Jessie Richardson.
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Corning
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N. Valley St
Clarence Thomas
Columbus
William Mace, Sr
Sheltering Arms Hospital
Athens
Jessie R. Richardson
Milan Cathedral Recreated In Handcarved Miniature
A Milan cathedral model stands as a handcarved miniature after over three years of work. The sculpture comprises 1797 individual wooden pieces assembled to form the famous structure in remarkable detail.
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Milan
Italy
Quiz Hall By Wilton Fe Hall
A playful multiple choice quiz lists ten questions across men women and teens with topics from plants and art to fairy tales and kings. The answer key appears garbled but hints at ten labeled items and scoring bands.
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Wilton FE
Hall Fach
How to file a 1948 income tax return Jones case study
This sample explains a joint versus single filing for a $9800 income. It shows standard deduction rules, the 5 percent medical rule, exemptions totaling $1800, the split income method, and how the tax owed or refund is calculated, highlighting why joint filing saves money. The example notes withholding of $1400 and final refund of $151.32, plus the advantage of joint over separate returns.
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Washington (P
Jones
Radio Schedule Highlighting Area Stations and Programs
Daily lineup lists NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston and other stations with 6 am to 5 pm programs. Entries include News Report Sports Music Time Supper Club This Is Your Life Bob Hope Show Fibber and Molly Detroit Symphony and more.
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Parkersburg
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Marietta
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Abe Fulton Lewis, Jr
Jack Smith
Cbs Daily
Dardenelle Trio
Abe
Abc News
Cbs Sports
Gregory Hood
Alan
S. North
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Hy Gardner
We the People
CBS Television
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Fibber
Molly
Detroit Symphony
Abs
Cbs Korn
Abe Mr. and
Jane Ace
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Variety
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Death at swank resort frames Bogus hotel caper amid a jeweled ransom
John Henry and Sin Conover witness Homer Angiin's death at a luxury resort owned by Mr Barséion. Lin Conover uncovers maps and a cipher hidden in a pencil while pursued by Gayner, Vernon, and Stagemen. Lin is coerced into a perilous escape through Date Street as a Buick carries the conspirators away.
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Sin Conover
Barséion
Homer Angiin
Faye Jordan
Johnny
Anglin
Faye
Lin
Gayner
Angiia
Vernon
Aviary
Sin
Barselou
Date Street
Mrs. Conover
Trim
Irritable colon explained and lifestyle notes
Doctor EDWIN P. JORDAN discusses spastic colon or irritable bowel, describing how abnormal bowel motions cause diarrhea and constipation, the role of nerves and stress, and helpful bland diet and avoidance of laxatives. The piece notes the condition is not fatal and long term treatment varies.
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Edwin P. Jordan
M. D
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