Statesman marks 80 years in Austin news tradition
The Statesman celebrated eight decades of continuous publication since its 1871 launch as the Democratic Statesman. The piece recalls its role in Texas and Austin history, wars covered, economic eras, and the city’s growth from a small frontier town to a regional hub with the University of Texas and development projects along the Colorado River.
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Five Day Week Rumors Stir Labor and War Policy
A wartime labor policy column argues that a five day work week may be scrapped as manpower tightens and the Security Resources Board under Stuart Symington drafts wartime labor regulations. It links union activity to national security and notes widespread government oversight of labor in shipyards, plants, and docks along with broader political mobilization.
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Observing Two Currents From America's Korea and Cold War
The piece argues Americans must recognize both the Korea reverses and the broader Cold War struggle with the Soviet Union. It warns against smug European relief and neutrals who deem the conflict a U S Russian power dispute, urging continued support for liberty and vigilance against complacency.
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Questions and Answers in The Austin American Bureau
A reader asks about Gershwin's real name Jakob Bruskin Gershwin and about pajama origins noting Mohammedan origins and 1898 London fashion. A question on paint colors explains white and light paints stay cooler than dark ones.
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Washington UWiary-Go-Round G Man Director Proposed As Chief of Intelligence
Admiral Hillenkoetter seeks return to sea duty while pressure grows to appoint a civilian head for Central Intelligence. President Truman considers Gen. Bedell Smith and J Edgar Hoover for the post as debates over intelligence leadership unfold amid cross party discussions on taxes and security.
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Jack Lait On Broadway analyzes European views of America
In a post tour Europe briefing Jack Lait reports on widespread anti American sentiment. He describes Communist propaganda shaping French and Italian views, English disillusion with postwar life, and skepticism toward Marshall Plan aid. He notes European distrust of U.S. motives and a sense of neglect by Washington.
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