May Day disappoints Reds as crowds rally worldwide
May Day events failed to deliver a strong communist surge. In Berlin half a million showed loyalty to freedom, New York saw a small parade amid jeers, and Mosinee Wisconsin staged a theatrical communist takeover with a mock boot. Across the Atlantic debate over gambling and UK politics tightened as a pivotal House vote tested Attlee’s government. Belgium prepares for a third vote on the exiled king as coalition talks stall.
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Riots by Thousands of New York Students Over School Funding
Thousands of New York high school pupils staged repeated demonstrations and clashes with police over teacher pay and after school activity cuts. Amid chaotic scenes, some 5,000 students rushed city offices, while teachers reduced supervision of extras and a modified strike limited commencement and dances. Officials cited a budget reduction from 13 million to 7 million, prompting nationwide coverage of student unrest and political comments.
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Daily Worker
John C. Knox
Employment trends show near 60 million jobs amid gains
The census bureau reports employment near 60 million with a rise of 1,117,000 from the prior figure while unemployment drops to 2,515,000 a yearly low. Secretary Sawyer notes seasonal gains and hopes for sustained high employment through summer as production and orders hit postwar peaks. Farming lags, while corporate liquidity improves with higher cash holdings and lower liabilities. The Nizam of Hyderabad amasses wealth, yet remains frugal, patching clothes and keeping a vast vault of valuables guarded by himself.
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Commerce
Charles Sawyer
Votes Out TAXES Votes Out
The house ways and means committee voted a 20 percent cut of the federal admission tax on film stage and sport tickets. If enacted the annual loss would reach about 242 million dollars, raising concerns how to offset the deficit with other revenue. President Truman favors offsetting revenue and may veto bills lacking new sources. A broader cut could push total reductions beyond one billion dollars, shaping a future fiscal clash.
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Tax Agents Seize $65,042 From Bootlegging Suspect
In Atlanta Eliza Spear, 50, jailed with a flour sack her arrest revealed a $65,042 haul from pinball machine profits. An income tax lien blocked $50,587.94 pending further notice and police counted the money over four hours. Spear blamed banks and taxes, while officials sought five gallons of "white lightning" during the raid.
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Elizabeth Spear
Mononstiner
Herbert Jenkins
Pattern for Sink Cabinet Has Variable Dimensions
Pattern for sink cabinet shows a small unit with adjustable dimensions to fit any sink size. Includes steps with illustrations and directions, plus options to extend cabinet along four kitchen sides. Price 25 cents, pattern service Drawer M1.
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Firestone Champions offer Open Center and Traction Center tires
Farmers can choose between Firestone Curved Bar Open Center and Traction Center Champion tires. Open Center features Power Arc traction bars and Punch Protectors for longer wear, while Traction Center is a single patented option. Two million in use nationwide. consult a Firestone dealer for both designs.
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