How Government Could Make Itself Useful Feels Limited Hope for National Conference
The piece argues a national conference among labor, business and farmers is unlikely but could ease friction by agreeing on general economic facts. It urges government fact finding, unbiased data on wages, profits, costs and productivity to guide disputes and reduce future conflicts. It also urges improving American Indian self sufficiency and education as a domestic democracy test.
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Flanders
Senate
Hoover Commission
Senate Pro Tempore Hopes and Partisan Plays in Washington
DREW PEARSON outlines the fight for the Senate presidency pro tempore between McKellar of Tennessee and Tydings of Maryland as Democrats seek a strong pro tem. Republicans weigh leadership shifts with Vandenberg proposing changes and Wherry offering to step down. The House rules committee decision by Sam Rayburn could shape Truman's legislative agenda and reElection prospects.
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National Association of Manufacturers
Democratic Secret Caucus
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Tennessee
Millard Tydings
Maryland
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Roosevelt
Joe O’mahoney
Wyoming
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Taft
Econd
Harry Truman
Washington
Sam Fayburn
Sam
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Congress
Gene Cox
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Rep
Howard Smith
Virginia
Sam Rayburn
Wade's Wit on Sunlight Fuel and Odd Facts
In a column by Harry V. Wade, the pieces touch on stored solar heat as fuel, a child’s mitten quirk, Russians removing railroad tracks, popcorn production in Indiana, a long earthworm from science, Ellis Arnall's first Holly wood speech, a Indonesian shooting trigger not explained, and a playful jab about an eight year old before shave products.
Mare in Thine Eye How Motes Form and How to Cope
Dr William Brady explains muscae volitantes moving dots and wavy films in the field of vision are normal shadows from the retina. He cautions against overinterpretation and urges engagement in outdoor activities and varied interests rather than introspection.
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Ady
M.D
Inflation and Citing Forrestal Drive Amid Rearmament Debates
A columnist notes Forrestal's annual defense report acknowledges inflation's toll on armed forces spending. Officials warn a 30 cent dollar limits progress, as defense costs siphon funds for pay and sustenance before weapons. The piece contrasts draft calls and budget constraints with postwar trials and policy debates.
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Ashington
Forrestal
Specter
Shigemitsu Mercy vs Justice in War Crimes Trial
The text argues Mamoru Shigemitsu sought peace with China and conciliation with the United States. It condemns the seven year sentence as a miscarriage of justice and questions whether penal branding and Sugamo imprisonment suffice punishment. It asks if Russia gains from such outcomes.
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Nuernberg
Tokyo
Mamoru Shigemitsu
Shigemitsu
Foreign Office
Justice Roling
Mamoru
War
Sugamo
China
Japan
United States
Return Of Wagner Act Sparks High Level Labor Debate
Washington experts weigh repeal of Taft Hartley and Wagner acts prompting talk of a temporary restoration of the Wagner act or a full repeal with a fair substitute. President Truman faces scrutiny from labor leaders who seek a straightforward rollback while business groups fear market disruption.
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Truman
John L. Lewis
Congress
Mr. Truman
Nothing to Be Happy About If They Made Me Chairman
By Bugs Baer a satirical note claims the Republican Party risks past failures and a doomed outlook. It mocks the Old Guard for attempting to push 1898 era policies as current reform. The piece jokes about Dewey bearing blame and the party facing a temporary, strained New Year.
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Republican Complaint Department
Mr. Truman
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