OPS orders new beef price controls in home towns
The item reports government action under the Defense Production Act to set price controls on beef and rent. It notes supporters expect savings for households and mentions broader plans for enforcement and wartime economic measures amid Truman administration debates and collective labor dynamics.
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Slight Decline in Food Prices Across Eight Cities
A government survey covering eight cities shows a 0.3 percent drop in overall food prices since late January, led by a sharp fall in fresh fruits and vegetables. cabbage down 19 percent, carrots 18 percent, fresh tomatoes 11 percent, while meats and fish rose modestly. The April index sits about 1 percent higher than prewar levels and 14 percent above a year earlier.
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Boston
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World Trade Week Seeks Grassroots Support Across Towns
Main Street business leaders highlight World Trade Week aims to connect home communities with global commerce. Local bankers civic groups and newspapers partner with the US Council of the International Chamber of Commerce to promote free enterprise, stable world markets, and expanded employment.
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Wall Street
Oklahoma
Iowa
Kansas
North Carolina
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Daily water use soars to 1100 gallons per person
The Geological Survey reports Americans used about 170 billion gallons of water daily last year across homes farms factories and businesses. The estimate breaks down to roughly 121 thousand gallons per person per day.
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Geological Survey
United States
National Pickle Week Promoted By Packers
The National Pickle Packers Association hosted a February meeting in Chicago with 200 plus packers from coast to coast to plan the third National Pickle Week May 17 to 26. Shortages reported for some varieties, while themed merchandising materials were distributed for home use.
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Chicago
Shératon Hotel
Thomas Jefferson
Virginia
Truman designates May 20 1951 as I Am An American Day
President Truman proclaims Sunday May 20 1951 as I Am An American Day urging federal state and local officials and civic groups to organize ceremonies recognizing U S citizenship. He calls for unity and highlights new naturalized citizens among youth and foreign born residents who have gained citizenship in the past year.
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VFW Buddy Poppy Sale Planned From May 20 to May 30
The Veterans of Foreign Wars announces its annual Buddy Poppy Sale from May 20 through Memorial Day May 30. Proceeds fund veteran welfare, rehabilitation, and national and state programs for war orphans, widows, and hospitalized veterans who craft the poppies. Each poppy bears a green label indicating authentic handiwork by a disabled ex serviceman. The sale will occur in communities nationwide and costs 10 cents.
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Gems Of Thought Leads To Peculiar Courtroom Wordplay
A fragmented excerpt hints a playful start for a love letter like My dear sweetheart and gentlemen of the jury. The text references a young woman and a misheard or altered phrase amid a curious scene.
Sunday School Snippet Sparks Laughter and Lessons
A humorous exchange from a scripture class features students misquoting Pharisee behavior and gift givers to the Infant Jesus. One pupil claims Frankincense and Myrrh as gifts. Another responds that a father’s motto reflects his prize-fighting business.
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