Russia plays hardball against UN peace talks in Washington
Washington editors praise Byrnes Vandenberg and Bevin for standing against Russian pressure to derail UN peace discussions. They warn Moscow seeks to sabotage world order, basing its stance on veto power over US basestheis and trusteeship plans, while claiming to promote a friendly image.
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New Era Makes Advent at Capitol GOP Sweep Frees Truman
Washington column reflects on the 1948 political shift, Truman’s independence after a GOP sweep. The writer recalls past press briefings, Roosevelt era hopes, and predicts Truman will now shape his domestic program, facing renewed scrutiny and writing his own policy course.
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Washington political shift seen after 1946 election
A veteran observer notes the calm start of the new era in Congress with Republican leaders in limelight yet no dramatic upheaval. He recalls 14 lean years for the party, the Taft faction battles, and Senator Vandenberg’s warning to focus on duty over 1948 prospects as Taft seeks the nomination amid internal party tensions.
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Labor Ranks Back UMW Strike as Wage Fight Grows
John L Lewis faces a government showdown as 400000 United Mine Workers and broad labor support press for wage gains. The dispute centers on a 54 hour week and higher pay, with CIO and AFL backing. Government actions limit coal deliveries while industry profits and price pressures shape the broader wage battle. Lustrom and Tucker clash over the Chicago Dodge plant as Preston Tucker accuses a Washington attorney of bid manipulation.
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Tru man pushes wage push to limit in case aspects
The report outlines aspects of the case as President Truman intensifies pressure on John S. in his bid to wring wage concessions. The narrative centers on government tactics and the broader economic policy context during the period.
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Surge in 1947 Building Pace Foreseen in East States
A 1947 construction forecast by Thomas S. Holden of F W Dodge projects 630000 dwelling units in 37 eastern states, up 35 percent from 1946, with total spending rising 38 percent to over 9.5 billion dollars. He cites decontrol of material prices and a labor shortage as key factors shaping output and notes exemptions from rent ceilings could boost residential starts.
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