Bradley on appeasement and war risk
General Omar N. Bradley warns that repeated appeasement policies push nations toward war, arguing tough response is necessary to prevent escalation and preserve peace.
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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1951
Page
4
General Omar N. Bradley warns that repeated appeasement policies push nations toward war, arguing tough response is necessary to prevent escalation and preserve peace.
A national retailers group notes OPS has not authorized an advisory committee of retail representatives. With 3,000,000 outlets varying from chains to small shops, retailers interact directly with consumers and know what is feasible. without their official input the price control program risks failure.
Straw votes recur with the approach of election time, as communities engage in informal balloting on popular measures. The tradition continues through campus and civic groups, reflecting public sentiment in informal polls and early cues for forthcoming contests.
The writer argues that political polls mislead by showing trends that can be reversed by voters on election day. They cite Dewey's 1948 run as a classic example, noting the bandwagon illusion and the unknown number of voters swayed after poll results.
A column warns of a dope racket in the nation seeping into schools. It cites Kefauver committee findings and argues against assuming Communist influence, urging investigation into teen drug use.
The Minneapolis Tribune notes the house ways and means committee voted to raise the federal cigarette tax from 7 to 8 cents a package, two cents below President Truman’s recommendation. It argues tobacco farmers gain little from tax increases as governments collect more than farmers per pound, citing a 50 cent leaf yielding $1.17 in taxes when turned into cigarettes.
A 1951 King Features piece argues dope use and sales threaten urban life, blaming schools, police and broken families. It stresses parental influence and religious family life as the key to resisting social decay, citing Jewish immigrants as an example of successful integration.
A letter to the Austin Herald criticizes beer advertising in public life and on taxis arguing for subsidies to a taxi firm to avoid beer signage. The writer urges a Christian stance, condemns radio and theater ads for promoting alcohol, and calls for youth protection and civic protest.
A six year old named Little Pansy will miss the show due to a cold with her chair kept ready and a ticket offered to another, while a wartime piece reflects on American Korea combat fatalities and historic wars.
A scientist suggested the atomic bomb could be outdated, prompting a local wit to quip that such weapons may soon appear in army surplus stores. The remark underscores shifting attitudes toward nuclear arms amid rapid tech developments.
The note explains that goodbye is a contraction of God be with you while alimony is humorously described as all his money. The text treats these as linguistic curiosities rather than formal definitions or etymologies.
A terse reflection notes that in any outcome at least one observer claimed foresight. This compact line captures a universal cliché about hindsight and certainty after events. The statement stands as a general, self contained thought without identifiable persons or places.
A columnist notes the Marshall plan’s mixed results in curbing communism and the France election hints at ongoing debate. The piece also mentions a July Fourth revival effort by the Committee to Proclaim Liberty, urging nationwide bells, sermons, and a Declaration reading.
Raleigh News and Observer editor Jonathan Daniels said after a meeting with President Truman that he believes the president will run again. Daniels stressed his view was his own and not a White House statement. Daniels serves as editor of the News and Observer and is a Democratic national committee member.
A Senate probe led by Sen. Fulbright explores ethics in government and a proposed outsider commission to study a code of conduct. Douglas's subcommittee will hear 20 to 25 prominent figures over about 15 days to decide if a formal ethics commission is feasible.
The Central Labor Council of Clark County Nevada defends Ralph Alsup as president of the council and AFL vice president, noting a Texas pardon and arguing past misconduct should not define his current integrity. The Nevada Citizen printing details and editor Lydon are cited. Pegler’s venom toward Las Vegas labor is criticized as unfounded.
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List of numbered clues hints at a vertical crossword with varied definitions including foods, titles, animals, and letters. Answers likely include vegetable items, mythic or theological terms, and common words fitting the given numbers and hints.
Blue Earth mayor Rector Putnam was elected president of the League of Minnesota Municipalities at the convention’s close. St Cloud won the 1952 convention bid by 29 to 16 over Virginia.
A 1951 Kings Features Syndicate commentary urges labor to unite against Westbrook Pegler and anti labor rhetoric. It portrays unions as endangered by money and media power and calls for solidarity to defend the working class against hostile forces.
The Austin safety council praised the city at its annual banquet calling Austin the safest city in the safest state. Miss Margaret Myhre was named Miss Austin to represent the city in the Minneapolis Aquatennial queen contest. A Mower County Farm Bureau picnic saw lower attendance due to perfect picnic weather and farmers staying home to catch up on work after a rainy spell.
Twenty five years ago today C C Terry reported $25110123 in taxes collected on May 1 the last day with no penalty, the largest one day total to that date. Receipts reached 3579. The city council approved making Main street an arterial highway from Lansing to Cedar while renting land for 105 a year yet paying 250 in taxes.
Timetable data lists departure and arrival times for Time Tables Mid-West Airlines Rochester Minneapolis and Des Moines Omaha lines. Northwest Airlines east and west bounds from Rochester plus Great Western and Milwaukee Road rail and bus routes include daily and weekend services with multiple departures and arrivals across Minnesota Iowa and surrounding cities.
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