Portal Pay Suits Threaten Tax Reductions And Guardsmen Bonus
The House Ways and Means chair argues portal pay judgments will deduct from tax refunds or raise future payments, undermining possible federal tax cuts. He warns back wages and attorney fees may cost the treasury up to 43 percent of awarded amounts, undermining budget economies. Guardsmen unions oppose a $500,000 bonus, urging funds instead for state sub-divisions benefiting future generations.
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Why a State Guard Bonus Editorial Stance
The editorial questions a proposed 500000 bonus for Iowa state guard members from their start, praising their wartime and postwar service but arguing the bonus idea goes too far and could misinterpret the意义 of their sacrifices. It defends volunteers who gave time without pay while urging restraint on extra compensation.
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Hick Moving Up There
The last election boosted Republican power in Congress and elevated Cedar Rapids native Sen. Rourke Hickenlooper. As chairman of the joint committee on atomic energy and with key posts in foreign relations, rules and administration, and executive expenditures, he nears center stage in shaping national policy. Cedar Rapids should take pride in his rapid rise.
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Engineers and the curious language of science
A personal essay humorously critiques scientific jargon while tracing biology and history. It notes conjunctivitis basics, thyroxine's role in milk and eggs, and how climate influences energy and activity. The piece blends anecdotes about ancient life, anthropologists, and famous athletes to satirize lazy explanations.
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Quotable Lenin on Questions and Answers
A compact quotation notes that one fool can ask more questions in a minute than twelve wise men can answer in an hour attributed to Lenin, reflecting a sharp view on inquiry and wisdom. The line frames curiosity and expertise as a contrast between speed of questioning and measured response.
Bugs Baer on silliness and avoiding department stores
The piece reflects on quirks of temperament and the paradox of needing abnormal acts to stay normal. It lampoons shoplifting inclinations, recalling a 40 year old line about a pianist in a blackout and the absurd urge to grab and run in stores.
War Planners Knew Atom Bomb Was More Than a Weapon
The Gazette will publish Mr. Stimson's article in three installments to expand detail. The editor notes the plan to cover broader aspects of the subject and uses a memorandum as a representative sample of wartime thinking.
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Atomic energy policy shifts amid war and peace hopes
In Harper's Henry L. Stimson recalls the atomic bomb decision and the push to develop the weapon to shorten World War II. He describes the 1941 Roosevelt committee, the 1943-45 administration of the project, and the grave responsibilities faced. He notes early talks with Roosevelt, Groves, and others about use, postwar impact, and the moral stakes of sharing such power.
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Russians May Have A-Bomb Defense Says Ambassador Novikov
Washington A columnist describes a flashpoint interview where Russian Ambassador Novikov hints at a possible defense against the A-bomb. The piece weaves in reactions from U.S. leaders and educators about women in government and a recalled episode involving General Marshall and the Russian assessment of revolutionary warfare.
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Bob Gros
California
Russia
Novikov
Marshall
France
Democratic Minority Faces Congressional Dilemma in 1948
David Lawrence argues the Democratic minority must choose coherent policy amid budget battles and tax plans. He warns that voting for cuts while expanding benefits, or backing labor restrictions, could alienate voters and blur party identity.
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Democratic Party
Truman
Lawmaking judiciary a menace in federal court power debate
Marquis Childs argues courts threaten economy and constitutional balance. He cites Mount Clemens and portal to portal claims, warns against judges overstepping into administration and lawmaking, urging courts to stay focused on genuine legal questions and protect liberty and property.
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Supreme Court
Treasury
Mount Clemens
Personal Health: Petit Mal Epilepsy Explained by Dr Brad
Dr Brad discusses petit mal a form of epilepsy with brief lapses of consciousness. He contrasts it with grand mal and notes the medical community lacks a known cause. A mother reports calcium and vitamin D reducing a teen’s attacks from about 30 daily to near zero.
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Personal Health Service
Advic
American Epileps, League, Inc
Boston
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