Policy Board Sought To Unite U S Transportation System
A plan to create a central policy board to oversee air water rails and highways was to be urged on President Truman. Commerce Secretary Charles Sawyer would brief the President. The move aims to save money by consolidating some 1.5 billion dollars spent by agencies while studying user charges on transport sectors. Supporters say it would improve efficiency and military usefulness at lower federal costs, but critics warn higher consumer prices and opposition from rail airlines and shipping interests.
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United States
Truman
Charles Sawyer
Commerce
Commerce Secretary
Merchant Marine
Shah Urges Peace During US State Visit
A second eastern visitor urged United Nations peace for small nations during Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi of Iran's week long US state visit. The Shah, a popular royal figure, called for social justice and prosperity as tensions with the Soviet Union linger in the backdrop of the trip.
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United Nations
Shah
Mohammed Reza Pahlevi
Iran
Soviet
Russia
U S Prestige Suffers in China Ward Held in Communists Custody
U S prestige sinks in China as consul general Angus Ward and four attaches are held incommunicado in Mukden on accusations of beating a Chinese workman. The piece notes the broader impact on U S standing amid postwar pressures and a China crisis, with tone criticizing calls for more spending. It also cites Sen Harvard and Byrnes urging spending cuts to reduce debt and taxes, contrasting with President Truman.
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United States
China
U.S
Angus Ward
Ward
Mukden
Russia
Pension Costs Up Social Security Taxes to Be Hiked
The 1950 change raises worker and employer contributions by one and one half cents per dollar and on payrolls respectively, adding about 667 million dollars annually. Benefits remain unchanged though another bill in congress could raise taxes further.
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Uncle Sam
Congress
House
Senate
China crisis looms as Li Tsung jen weighs new plan
In Hong Kong informed observers discuss Li Tsung jen contemplating a third Chinese government outside Reds and Chiang. Li may seek U.S. aid through Kan Chieh-hou while Beijing defense remains with Red strength. Washington wary of risky alliance and funding implications.
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China
United States
United Nations
U.S
Angus Ward
Li Tsung-jen
Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang
Hong Kong
Washington
Kan Chieh-hou
General Barry Promotes Irish Fight for Six Counties
Gen Thomas Barry the retired Irish arts officer and rebel hero spoke in the United Irish Societies of Western Pennsylvania anti partition rally saying Ireland is ready to fight if necessary to regain the six British controlled counties of Northern Ireland.
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Northern Ireland
Thomas Barry
U.S
United Irish Societies
Pennsylvania
Rative Decorations Guide for Christmas Arrangements
Native woods and evergreens provide easy decorations with fir for wreaths, white pine for elegance, blue spruce for outdoors, and arborvitae for flat sprays. Holly adds festivity. colorful fruits like apples, tangerines, cranberries and sumac brighten displays. A treatment mix of copper sulphate, copper chloride, and wax colors pine cones for glowing accents in the fireplace.
No New Look For Santa Claus This Christmas
Santa Claus will not alter his traditional garb. The red jacket, white fur trim, red cap and red breeches remain, as he has in stores and shops for generations. Thomas Nast helped fix the red bishop robe and oversized boots in the cartoon tradition that persists today.
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Santa Claus
Santa
Mr. Claus
Thomas Nast
St. Nicholas
America
Nast
Pagans Used Holly In Pre Christian Era
Holly served as a pre Christian symbol in ancient Rome during Saturnalia. It was displayed on doors and windows for protection against witches and evil spirits and later adopted by Christians with new meaning for Christmas.
Army Notre Dame Tilt Feels Grim In Preview Clash
Notre Dame defeated Navy and Army beat Fordham 35 0 in recent games. Analysts see little difference between Army and Notre Dame with strong backfields and lines, noting Notre Dame depth and Army two-line strategy. Red Blaik defends Army schedule, arguing seven major games are enough. Navy aims to face top competition and maintain class over mediocrity.
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Sitko
Zalejski
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Cain
Martin
Bob Blaik
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Ed Danowski
Rams
Red Blaik
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Michigan
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Stanford
Crimson
Pennsylvania
Yom Hamilton
Navy Athletics
Hamilton
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