Czech Response to Russia Edges Toward Prudence in Europe
The piece notes Czechoslovakia’s decision to abstain from the Paris European conference to avoid offending Russia, marking a trend in eastern Europe and reflecting questions about Willkie’s One World ideal. It discusses Soviet pressure, American aid doubts, and the political dynamics shaping short term stability and democracy in the region. It also comments on John L. Lewis and Taft’s political standing and the miners’ vote in 1940 versus 1948.
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Lewis predicts Taft failure in presidential nomination clash
The article notes Lewis refuses a public statement amid miner negotiations and sues this week over remarks that Senator Taft has forfeited his chances for the presidency. He further predicts Taft would lose if nominated by Republicans.
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Parking Stall Paint Program Needed in Cedar Rapids
An observer urges Cedar Rapids traffic officials to extend street stall markings beyond downtown to fringes of the business district. A quick survey of a four block area found space for at least five more cars if marking were present. Motorists often occupy parts of two stalls when lines are obliterated, reducing available parking.
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Cedar Rapids
Luce revival reshapes Time staff and ventures new proj
Leonard Lyons reports Luce ends and then restarts a magazine plan affecting Time. Roy Alexander will become managing editor, replacing T. S. Matthews who will lead the new project. Paul Lukas to star in Germany film as Luce returns to editorship.
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Nation
New Republic
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Time Magazine
Roy Alexander
T. S. Matthews
Paul Lukas
Germany
Gypsy Rose Lee
Silences and Social Snippets Fill Chilly News Columns
A collage of brief items mentions Mrs. Philip Armour supporting Chicago ballet groups, Cecil Brown flying to England with his wife, and wartime recollections from Palestine’s Philip Jordan in Washington. Other notes cover Leon Henderson’s credit at the Sheraton, Howard Whitman's parenting anecdote, John Bainbridge studying Efik, Meyer Berger’s eye chart feats, and Berger’s WWI service with a Silver Star.
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Chicago
Cecil Brown
England
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O'Dwyer
Palestine
Philip Jordan
Washington
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Jordan
Mr. Jordan
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the Sheraton
Lee Hen
Howard Whitman
Reader's Digest
Connie
John Bainbridge
New Yorker
Max Sharover
Meyer Berger
Berger
Bugs Baer Warns on Army Air Weakness Faces Navy
The item laments U S military readiness and criticizes Congress for cutting military schedules. It argues army planes lack acuity and warns enemy raids could exploit weaknesses. It suggests improving wreckage to avoid a knock on the chin.
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America
Congress
A.F.L. Planning Taft-Hartley Bill Debate on Unions Spending
The piece argues unions may spend funds to publicize voting records, speeches and candidate positions, including radio time and newspaper ads, to advance labor’s program. It predicts court rulings could immunize corporations and trigger a money surge in the 1948 presidential campaign.
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Itcal
Coal deal terms cited to curb inflation fears
Industrial leaders behind the coal contract with John L. Lewis argued settlement would avert inflationary shocks from a strike. Iron Age estimates steel prices may rise about five dollars a ton, though coal price effects are uncertain.
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Iron Age
John L. Lewis
Lewis
Marshall Plan Critique: Good Intentions, Faulty Method
George Marshall urged aid to European recovery with a joint program yet left the U S strategy vague. Critics warn the plan risks unkept promises and unintended leverage while Europe seeks relief from Soviet influence.
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York
Harvard
George Marshall
United States
Iodine needs and dosing for deficiency explained
Dr William Brady summarizes iodine requirements to prevent goiter and outlines how much iodine different deficiency levels need. He cites D T Quigley and compares tincture strengths to guide safe dosing under physician supervision.
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N. Webster
D. T. Quigley
F.A.C.S
Lee Foun
U.S.P
Advice Column On Parenting Sun Exposure And Diabetes
A reader asks about sun exposure on a baby and parenting happiness. The columnist recommends shading the baby’s face, consulting a physician for health concerns, and notes caution about home remedies and diabetes inheritance.
Truman Urged to Keep Franklin Portrait for Inspiration
A friend urged President Truman not to return the Benjamin Franklin portrait over his study door to a French museum. The note praises Franklin as a great and human man, suggesting his qualities may inspire Truman and the American people.
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Washington
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