Slum Clearance Act Lets Charleston Seek Redevelopment Funds
The National Housing Act of 1949 opens two avenues for Charleston redevelopment through public housing support and slum clearance. Federal loans and grants could cover two thirds of project costs while enabling urban planning, land use, and infrastructure improvements. Local officials are urged to reserve funds and ensure Charleston receives its share, with an estimated $420,000 in grants possible from the first $200 million.
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Charleston
Kim Gly O
N.S. Keith
Housing and Home Finance Agency
Water shortage loom in largest cities and nation
The text warns that strict limits on water exist nationwide as reserves decline. New York City will tap new sources within three years while urging frugality. Across communities, droughts and salinity risk rise as water use outruns natural replacement.
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Russia claims huge chess tournament with 100000 entries
The piece argues the Soviet union could feasibly field a massive chess tourney with enormous entry numbers. It envisions players across towns competing simultaneously, then narrowing to finalists. The author predicts the final games will delight chess fans.
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Soviet Union
Russia
Roosevelt Advises Truman In Christmas Blair House Talk
President Truman received Christmas felicitations from Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt at Blair House during lunch. The two discussed foreign policy and domestic aims as Eleanor Roosevelt continues work with the United Nations. Officials say no shift in Truman’s foreign emphasis is planned, despite speculation of Fair Deal priorities.
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Blair House
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Donnell
Missouri
McCarran
Nevada
Wiley
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Petrillo
Cane
Washington's No 1 hostess Gwen Cafritz shines in society circles
Washington society notes profile Gwen Cafritz, Hungary born wife of Morris Cafritz, as the capital’s new No 1 hostess. Descriptions cover her looks, home, dinners for 22, outdoor summer barbecues, and a preference for clever guests with no political ambitions, contrasting with predecessors Evelyn McLean and Perle Mesta.
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Gwen" Cafritz
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Detritz
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Veep
Robert A. Taft
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Atomic bomb secrecy backstage tale shocks Washington
The Washington Merry Go Round recounts how the decision to release news of the Soviet atom bomb unfolded. President Truman weighed inputs from Dean Acheson and British leaders, with Undersecretary Steve Early urging prompt disclosure to preserve public trust and deter Russian propaganda. The report notes military leaders favored speed to maintain Western resolve and public confidence, amid British hesitation and diplomatic appeals.
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Vannevar Bush
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Shrine Potentate Hosts Gift Basket Event at Mosque
An intercepted message from December 24, 1945, notes youngsters gathering at the mosque for a Gift Basket toys event. Signed by George and Dr Henry R B Glass, Shrine Potentate, City, it describes circus day vibes for the children.
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Henry RB. Glass
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City
The Night Before Christmas Riff On Labor Politics
A satirical verse riffs on labor unions and politics from Texas to Maine. It parodies pension schemes, CIO AF of L tensions, and reactions to Truman Eisenhower and Petrillo while mocking Cold War rhetoric and labor unity fantasies.
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Maine
Murray
CIO
Steal
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AFL
William Green
L. Ard
Do women control most private wealth in the United States
A reader asks if women hold most private wealth. Answers note that women own a large portion but control rests with banks, lawyers, or male relatives. A second item explains the 200 inch telescope photographed a nebula one billion light years away, doubling prior distance.
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California School of Technology
Edwin Hubble
JG. A
Colin P. Kelly, Jr
Readers' Forum Letters Critique War and Faith
Readers' Forum letters discuss looming global conflict and power divides between rich and poor. They urge adherence to spiritual values and God’s plan for peace, referencing biblical prophecy and world affairs, with mentions of Venus and Christmas reflections.
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Moitar Gazette
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Maru
Oak Hill
Justine Legg
Tam
Charleston Gazette
Venus
How Science Plays Santa Claus
An essay by Howard W. Blakeslee explains how scientific advances make Christmas safer and healthier. It notes lower infant mortality and deaths in 1948, improved medical care, better nutrition from scientific farming, and faster transport delivering aid, with a tone praising science's gift to society.
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Grandpa
Santa
Joe
Christmas Spirit Amid Hard Times in Hal Boyle Piece
Hal Boyle writes from New York on Christmas as a warm time for most yet hard for many. He recalls a family walking past bright windows, poverty evident, and stresses that the true spirit lies in sharing. The piece reflects on kindness over gifts and the need for compassion year round.
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New York
Jack
Christine
Bradty
Colliers
Sandy
Christysas
Earth
Baering Down By Arthur Bugs Baer Copyment 1849
A garbled Christmas greeting from Arthur Bugs Baer signals a period of uncertainty and intrigue. The message notes a year filled with investigations and political mischief and hints at a forward look while maintaining a festive tone for readers of the paper.
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