Labor's Suits For Portal Pay Exceed Billion
In New York to Bethlehem Steel, CIO United Steelworkers sue for back pay totaling about 1.28 billion dollars on behalf of 135,800 workers across 23 plants. Potentially rising to 980 million more if 37,000 additional workers join. A second major portal-to-portal suit by United Auto Workers follows, signaling the era’s largest wage claim to date.
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Ferguson Says Congress Can Outlaw Portal Suits
A Washington report outlines a belief by an official that Congress could outlaw portal suits amid a major racket bust. The discussion centers on legal actions and possible congressional power to regulate emerging financial schemes.
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Billion-dollar back-pay claims loom over industry
Observers warn that claims against International Harvester and Bethlehem are swelling toward five to six billion dollars as back-pay suits continue. Business circles brace for action by the new Republican Congress to curb the pressure before year’s end.
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Rail Unions Criticize Portal Suits in Paper
A Rail unions publication denounces a flood of portal wage suits filed retroactively seeking large sums from the industry. The paper accuses CIO of raiding rival unions and says most AFL unions oppose radical action while AFL President William Green weighs input as the dispute unfolds.
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Swift Labor Law Changes In Prospect
Washington discloses a survey showing a majority of the 23 new senators favor fundamental labor law changes. They range from a new national labor policy to compulsory arbitration in safety sectors, with a middle group urging a sane, moderate shift and equalized responsibility under the Wagner act. Incoming Democrats are cautious, while some favor strong machinery to prevent strikes in vital industries.
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Charleston Trade Enjoys Best Year in 1946
Dewey E. S. Kuhns of the Charleston Retail Credit Association reported a record year for Charleston merchants with Christmas business 15 to 20 percent above December 1945, the previous high month. He predicted continued optimism for 1947 despite shortages in furniture, appliances, autos, and men’s wear as demand rises.
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Wonder Drugs Impair Rats Minds in Safety Report
Boston from December reports that large doses of penicillin and streptomycin temporarily impair rats' ability to navigate mazes and perform tasks. Researchers M B Plungian and James Munch of Temple University note transient mental effects and altered blood clotting, prompting questions about rutin use in fragile vessels. The study cites temporary tolerance similar to antibiotic resistance and hints at broader safety concerns for humans.
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Airliners Crash in Erie Killing Two Pilots
An American Airlines plane enroute from Buffalo to Chicago crashed in Michigan City Indiana during approach, killing the pilot Frank Mates Hamm Jr and co pilot Harmon Edwin Ring, injuring 18 passengers and a stewardess. The plane wreckage cut through trees and rested against a tree.
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Busy Session Facing Solons Funds Control to Be Big
The 1947 legislature faces two core questions: who gets how much money and what to do with the board of control. Units seek funds from a possible 96 million budget, with a 24 million carryover expected. the board of control is debated for possible abolition amid calls for survey-based reforms. Veterans aid, licensing fees, GI bill property rights, and assessor and commissioner concerns ring through the session. Higher living costs push for larger allocations as wartime restraints ease.
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Butter Prices Fall In Charleston Markets
Butter costs drop five to six cents a pound in Charleston area stores with some grocers predicting further relief next week. Eggs also begin easing as wholesalers report midweek price declines. Merchants note citrus juices and other foods have fallen, offering households some relief from rising costs.
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Family reunion thwarted by fatal plane crash
In New York an emotional scene unfolded as an eighth floor apartment welcomed a missing husband and father home in signs and food, only to learn the Trans World Star of Cairo crashed on approach. Mrs Gizeta Koegel and her daughter Marian Corda recalled years of Gestapo imprisonment, Soviet labor, and exile before the tragedy.
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Hard Report Okayed Against Sen. Bilbo
Washington dispatch notes a Senate investigating committee plans to file a tough report accusing Sen. Bilbo of improper dealings with war contractors. The nine member panel, led by Republican Ferguson, is set to submit recommendations next week with five votes needed for a majority. Bilbo denies wrongdoing as Democratic and Republican members navigate party lines.
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Expert Forecast Warns Bad Weather to Mark 1947
Washington dispatch quotes government weather chief Tannehill warning that 1947 will be a bad year. He notes mild 1946 was rare after mild years, cites frequent storms, floods, frosts, and other hazards, with 16 million thunderstorms annually and 250000 storms expected in 1947.
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Planned Phone Building Annex for West Virginia
Officials of the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co of West Virginia announced approval for a 753000 addition to its headquarters at 816 Lee St Charleston. The seven floor, 79 foot rear extension will house dial telephone equipment and improve service amid rising demand and toll volumes. total West Virginia expansion is part of a 40000000 program.
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French Navy To Send Unit To Viet-Nam
Paris reports indicate France plans to dispatch a strong naval squadron to Indo-China as Saigon tightens security while Hanoi endures renewed fighting. Carrier air and gun units prepare for action amid evacuations and siege conditions.
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U S launches second butter inquiry in New York
Washington reports the Justice Department opened a second anti-trust inquiry into a New York butter price break. Attorney General Clark ordered the probe at Consumers Council of New York request with Wendell Berge and U S Attorney McGhee assisting. The Agriculture Department also investigates January producer milk prices linked to butter.
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Soviet Move Surprises U N and Demands Action
In a formal letter to Secretary General Trygve Lie, Soviet delegate Andrei Gromyko urged immediate security council action on a three month timetable for a world arms reduction plan. He proposed establishing an multinational council to draft specific measures within two to three months and to proceed with practical steps on Dec. 14 Assembly decision.
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First Dynasty Tomb Discovered Near Cairo
Cairo reports a large tomb from the first dynasty near Sakkara, 66 by 26 feet, with a vase bearing Queen Mer Nith’s name though burial confirmation is uncertain. Dr. Etienne Dripton notes probable looting in the second dynasty and references another nearby grave linked to King Menith.
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Michigan Digs Out Of Heavy Snow Storm
DETROIT, Dec. 28. At least a dozen upper Michigan towns are isolated as digging out begins after the area’s worst snow storm in 22 years. Two feet of snow and sleet buried roads and severed communications across the northern Thumb and the upper peninsula. Winds over 130 miles an hour abated in the north by afternoon as southern Michigan faced a drop from 57 to 27 degrees. cold air is forecast to push temperatures lower by Sunday.
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Plenty Sugar Shortage Complaints From Local Grocers
Eight Kanawha valley grocers complain about sugar rationing persisting beyond its usefulness. Merchants say brokers push sugar but stamps are scarce, customers lack stamps, and demand outstrips supply. Local markets named include Quality Market, Stop and Shop, and Crescent Super Market, with Charleston Grocery Co. among others.
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Jingling the News Zero Hour
In a playful jab Stan Arnold questions George Allen about Truman’s exit and the dwindling reasons to laugh as the column notes a final punchline in the 1984 humor piece.
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