Spectacular possibilities loom for Range development
The Iron Range faces a pivotal moment as U S Steel and Hanna signal hundreds of millions in taconite plant investments in northern Minnesota if tax assurances via a constitutional amendment are provided. Governor Andersen pursues a taconite amendment, but the DFL opposition blocks a statewide vote, prompting calls for a bipartisan compromise to boost regional prosperity and state economic health.
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U.S. Steel
Hanna
Ford Company
Minnesota
Iron Range
Andersen
DFL
Stout Detergents Pose Threat to Waterways
The article notes that a new detergent resists decay and reappears in wells streams and tap water threatening natural resources. Maryland debates a bill to ban detergent sales as marine life risks grow and officials warn the issue may spread to Minnesota and other states.
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Minnesota
Maryland
New Lease on Life for HUAC After Large Congressional Vote
The House approved renewing the House Un-American Activities Committee for another year by a 385 to 20 vote. Supporters praised its work in spotlighting subversive groups and aiding legislation, while critics from both sides argued over its methods. The public mood appears to favor the committee's functions as necessary and valuable.
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House Un-American Activities Committee
House
HUAC
News management questioned in state agencies
Opinions from State Senator Joseph Flatt criticize requiring permission to share information with lawmakers. He cites Washington practice as news management and urges direct access to original sources from lower employees. A Florida judge voids a 75 pound bride’s marriage to a nightclub entertainer over hypnotic influence.
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Joseph Flatt
Winterset
Washington
State Department
DES Moines Register
Florida
Minneapolis Tribune
Quotations on Solitude and Life’s Trials
A brief reflective note on finding comfort in solitude during conflict. The speaker cites Job 10 20 and James G Percival remarks that one hour of thoughtful solitude can sustain the heart for days of struggle.
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Job
James G. Percival
Mail Zone Delivery Rates and Terms
The text lists mail zone delivery options with prices and durations. It shows charges for three months, six months, and one year, with unclear figures but indicates post office delivery outside 50 to 150 miles and advance payment.
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Austin
U. S
United States
A.P.O
N.P.O
Pareble
Dar
Rouen
Turn Back The Clock 30 Years Ago Local Banking Changes
A survey of historical items notes payroll checks now cashed in full by local banks marking the removal of restrictions. Red Walsh and Don Tichy take over Austin Roller Rink operations with upcoming dances. The Herald hosts its fifth annual cooking school at Paramount Theater awarding 125 prizes.
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Red” Walsh
Don Tichy
Austin
Herald
Paramount Theater
Mower County
Sargeant Red Cross Unit
J. E. Heydt
Political intrigue and water stakes color Minnesota politics
Recount developments favor Karl Rolvaag while Speaker prospects shift as GOP factions eye delaying appeals and leadership changes. Minnesota faces a vast lakes inventory with 12,211 counted and potential total 13 000 to 14 000, placing it among water rich states with Lake Superior and the Great Lakes holding major fractions of the nation's fresh water.
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Cook
Lake
Otter Tail County
Itasca
St. Louis
Minnesota
Alaska
Florida
Lake Superior
Great Lakes
Superior
California
Mobs Move Cash Through Panama Secret Bank System
Federal racketeering fighters map a Panama system for coded bank accounts that bypass Swiss secrecy. Mob couriers buy tourist cards and travel with bundles of cash and securities, while U.S. agencies pursue bankruptcy fraud and tax evasion cases tied to organized crime networks. Indictments loom in Las Vegas Chicago New York and Florida as investigations deepen.
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Washington, D. C
U.S
Panama
Canal
America
Switzerland
Hoods
National Assembly of
Justice Dept
Brooklyn
West Coast
Criminal Division
Federal Combine
FBI
Secret Service
Immigration and Naturalization Service
Internal Revenue
Vegas
Chicago
New York
Florida
Dept. of Justice
McClellan Rackets Committee
Ben Dranow
Mickey Cohen
Trigger Mike Coppola
Fred Sica
Dave Beck
Buster Wortman
Hall Syndicate, Inc
Economists Clash on Growth Plans at Washington Forum
In Washington ABA gathered 200 business leaders as three top economists debated growth. McCracken warned of internal disintegration amid lagging patents and startups, Samuelson outlined a 21 point program for public spending and tax shifts, while Stigler urged acceptance of regulation and believed science overemphasized, predicting potential 1984 income around $64,000 if policies raised output.
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Christenson
Mondale
Keith
Marshall
Washington
NEA
American Bankers Association
ABA
Gobbledygook
Paul W. McCracken
University of Michigan Graduate School of Business Administration
Arnold Toynbee
McCracken
Paul A. Samuelson
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Kennedy
Samuelson
The Doctor Says Science Is Interested By The Sea Within
Dr Brandstadt discusses the body's fluids likened to sea water and how lymph and minerals drive bodily functions. He warns against pseudoscientific sea salt cures and notes the FDA's actions against unproven sea salt remedies while emphasizing balanced salts and fluids for surgery and health. He also addresses honey and vinegar for arthritis, noting no proven benefit and urging professional diagnosis for relief.
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Rachel Carson
Hong Kong Survival Examined by Gleason
Tone Gleason’s book review surveys Hong Kong’s resilience under pressure from tariffs shortages and war. It chronicles refugee hardship piracy business success and colonial governance while praising the work as readable and substance rich beyond a simple guide.
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Hong Kong
Tone Gleason
John Day
Gleason
Army Charges Brainerd Man on Desertion
The 5th Army charged Frank Borders age 38 of Brainerd Minnesota with desertion from the Army as of July 22 1952 Col Daniel Sullivan said Borders deserted while being moved from Camp McCoy Wisconsin to Camp Atterbury Indiana He was arrested in Brainerd February 26 by MPs and held at Ft Sheridan Illinois stockade The maximum penalty for desertion during the Korean conflict includes dishonorable discharge forfeiture of pay reduction to the lowest grade and up to three years hard labor.
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Chicago
5Th Army
Frank Borders
Brainerd
Minn
Daniel Sullivan
Borders
Camp McCoy
Wis
Camp Atterbury
Ind
Ft. Sheridan
United States
Sullivan
California Ladybugs at Center of Interstate Dispute
West Coast ladybug operatives in Yuba City Gridley and Auburn face a Washington bill to curb outbound shipments. Senator Donohue says shipping ladybugs across state lines could be a crime if law passed. Gridley dealer Marcella Nelson calls the bill irrelevant to her business.
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Yuba City
Calif
California
Gridley
Auburn
Washington
Donohue
Marcella Nelson
Ladybug Sales, Inc
State briefs report requests and legislative questions
A Senate Finance committee heard a plea for more money to advertise and promote Minnesota. An advertising executive cited South Dakota spending 250000 dollars as a contrast. Bills would restrict packaged drug sales to licensed pharmacists or interns and empower the Board of Pharmacy to stop sales in unlicensed outlets. A taconite amendment special election was called an excellent idea but deemed impossible due to constitutional rules requiring general elections.
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ST. Paul
Minnesota
Senate Finance Committee
H.F. Westmore
Duluth
South Dakota
State Board of Pharmacy
Minnesota State Pharmaceutical Association
Earl F. Albon
Food Retailers Association
Francis LaBrosse
LaBrosse
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Valual Ie
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Austin, Minn
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MS Tsa Sanes
B. J. Huseby
Mower County Production and Marketing Administration
George Brown
Minnesota House
State Highway Department
Karl Rolvaag
Supreme Court
Otto F. Christensen
Minnesota Employers Association
Capitol
Bob Forsythe
GOP
Walter Judd
Rolvaag
Sandy Keith
Fritz Mondale
Gov. Andersen
King
Bjornson
Minnesota Conservation Department
Don Marquis
Grand Canyon
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Peter Edson
George W. Stigler
University of Chicago
American Economic Association
Stigler
W. G. Brandstadt
M.D Man
Food and Drug Administration
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