20 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Billings Herald
Location
Billings, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1950
Page
1
Officials warn Americans may uncover over 200 million in matured baby bonds plus 8.6 million from World War I while cleaning. Many are stored in desks boxes and trunks and forgotten. owners are urged to search attics and drawers this spring for uncashed securities.
The author argues that tax increases feed government waste and calls for taxpayer pressure to curb spending. Citing California's rejection of a broad old age pension scheme, the piece notes rising federal budgets since the war and urges action to avoid further hardships. A Winnetka post office dispute is mentioned as an example of unnecessary expense.
A lively Billings column notes the first yellow straw hat of the season with a brown band spotted sweatwise. It asserts times are returning to normal and recalls local chatter on rent signs, ice cream, and a muskrat photo provoking talk.
A critic notes that Hemingway praises Ella Vittorini as a leading Turlian writer. The review discusses In Sicily, a novel about a young man returning to his Sicilian village after fifteen years abroad. It highlights rebirth, simple village life, humor, and reflective travel observations.
A civic campaign calls Americans to register and vote to uphold rights and shape policy. Organizers emphasize participation in elections as essential to preserve democratic principles and civic engagement nationwide.
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