Prestige of the Government and the President's Appeal
A presidential address to Congress is urged to restore public trust in government and deter undermining by politicized expediency. The piece stresses strong domestic policy, swift congressional backing, and the link between a robust economy and American influence abroad. It warningly notes that a failing economy would weaken diplomatic credibility and national prestige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Gompers
Truman
Johnston
Whitney
Talk of foreign affairs over domestic issues in Washington
A writer visiting Washington notes little domestic chatter about strikes price controls and housing. The focus is on international matters draft law extension and armed forces merger with concern over U.S. diplomatic firmness. Critics say Congress delays weaken bargaining positions for diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gra
Washington
Middlewest
United States
Congress
Wallace endorses Truman in 1948 and dismisses third party value
Philosopher at Work notes Secretary Wallace believes Truman will seek reelection in 1948 and will support him. He also argues forming a national third party would be a mistake since such parties rarely win Presidents and often aid the major opposition. The piece says reformers should push the two parties to act on their stated goals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Mr. Wallace
Wallace
Build on Principle and the Will of the People
Opinion piece argues morality rests on universal rights and harms. It claims history shows right acts benefit people, defend natural rights, and endure through principle. The author quotes Truman and warns that abandoning principle leads to defeat and shifted power dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morever
Ie Tata Dk
Out of the Past Toil and Pleasure in Livy’s View
A concise reflection on Livy noting toil and pleasure as opposites yet bound by a necessary link in human affairs. It frames work and enjoyment as intertwined forces shaping ancient life and morality.
Toaster of Tomorrow Promises Restored by Technology
In a wary column, the author jokes about delayed tech promises from television to atomic power. He laments strikes delaying progress and teases a future toaster that chucks toast like clay pigeons, while noting cancellations of grand schemes and new comforts.
Ignoring Public Cost of Strikes Across Two Nations
Marquis Childs compares Britain’s 1926 general strike with American railroad labor actions. He notes middle class shock, press dynamics, and public indifference to labor grievances, warning that punitive long term measures risk delaying peace and reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Britain
Kingsley Martin
New Statesman
Nation
Winston Churchill
A. F. Whitney
Alvanley Johnston
Martin
Labor Party
Baldwin
I Am an American Day Advice for Unity and Loyalty
A 1946 reflection urges Americans to balance loyalty to groups with universal national identity. It notes miners, operators, and pickets show loyalty to causes, yet stresses that civility and shared national purpose must prevail in crises. The speaker champion's diverse American identities and calls for unity in ethics and action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Lewis
Coffee dangers for children and adult moderation in health note
Dr Brady warns coffee is definitively harmful for children under 16 and may disturb kidneys, heart, nerves and brain. Adults can safely use two to three cups daily if not near bedtime, while caffeine-like drinks and cocoa pose risks for youngsters, who should mainly drink milk and fruit juices. Bed-wetting is linked to stimulant use in some cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W
Thurman Arnold tried to prosecute unions as monopolies
Drew Pearson recalls Judge Thurman Arnold using Sherman antitrust in efforts against labor unions. Arnold charged the Carpenters union over a St Louis Anheuser Busch dispute and fought the New Orleans truckers case, but the Supreme Court ruled unions could strike to kill rivals. The column notes these rulings aided powerful unions and hindered the National Labor Relations Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurman Arnold
Supreme Court
Ietashington
Arnold
Utchingon
Big Bill Hutchinson
AFL Carpenters Union
John L. Lewis
Anheuser-Busch
St. Louis
Machinists
Carpenters
New Orleans Truckers
National Labor Relations Board
CIO
Recunion
New Orleans Truckers Association
Sible
NLRB
Congressman Monroney
Oklahoma
It Is Time Americans Paid Attention to Health
William L. Shirer argues for national health reform, detailing bills S 1606 and H R 4730 and S 2143. He notes higher mortality and medical costs in rural areas, low incomes limiting care, and the need for a broad health plan to extend medical services to all, with emphasis on affordable insurance. He compares proposals and urges a robust national health standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Alexander Smith
Vienna
Sen. Taft
Russia
Tribune, Inc
Also Mentioned on This Page
Secretary of Commerce
Robert Quillen
Quillen
Mr. Truman
Lewis
N.E.A
Wilson
Bugs” Baer
George Clark
Marquis Childs
Chilps
America
The
New York Times
United Nations
United Mine Workers
Brotherhood of Railroad
Wm. Brady
Personal Health
Drew Pearson
Pearson
Truckers Association
AFL Teamsters
New Orleans
Monroney Bill
U. S
William L. Shirer
Committee For
Selective Service
Aieri Oitizens Sim
Ming Einer
Roosevelt
Bish
AFL
Europe
Berlin
Taft
National Health Service Fund
Farme Soula Pax
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!