Babson Sees 1950 as Very Competitive Ahead
The article reports economist Roger W. Babson predicting strong competition in 1950 across US manufacturing and services. It highlights rising consumer goods output, import competition, and a shift toward aggressive merchandising. Babson urges sales careers as viable paths, noting demand for effective selling forces and entrepreneurial retail tactics.
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Europe
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al Wave
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Sue Stlesmen
Daring Rescue Of 10 Airmen Near End Of Yukon Mission
A perilous Yukon high mountain rescue ends with 9 survivors brought to safety and one still to be hoisted as dawn nears. An Air Force para-rescue team conducted a pinpoint drop atop the 17,000 foot peak aiding a mixed group of American and Canadian aircrew after four days stranded in sub zero cold.
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Yukon
Air Force
U. S
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USAF
Frank Alden
Boston
Mass
Pan Lake
Mllay
Truman Granted Injunction On Coal Strike Actions
Local veterans who were prisoners of war will receive payments from the government. The Geneva Conference ruling eases proof requirements for POWs to claim compensation through the War Claims Commission. Surviving families of deceased POWs may also apply for the payments. Officials note two area veterans' awards were found and will be processed.
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Jr. High Work At 60 Per Cent Mark
Construction on the new addition to Henry Shenk High School is about 60 percent complete. Superintendent Herman Gebhardt reports the south side brick work is finished, with the north side at 22 percent. Floors and roof exist on the south wing. none on the north. Twelve men are employed, weather permitting, with warmer weather expected to accelerate progress. Stem windows are due next Wednesday and interior doors and jambs await staining and installation.
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British Official Is Fired Upon in Night Drive
Gunmen fired at Britain's director of naval intelligence Rear Admiral Eric Longley-Goofl as he drove through Uxbridge in a nine mile car chase. The incident followed a blurred account of the attack and escape amid a tense security scene in the London area.
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Naval Intelligence
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Indo China Aid Lineup Amid Vietnam Crisis
Washington reports a proposed new 400000 US credit to Indochina as the United States weighs aid for a Vietnamese regime headed by Bao Dai amid pressure from Chinese Communists on the north and Ho Chi Minh’s rebels. The plan ties into a 15 million dollar arms fund and possible longer negotiations for economic preparation.
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Vietnam
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Hate America Day Planned in Dresden
Berlin February 11 reports under Communist auspices Dresden in the Russian zone will mark the fifth anniversary of the 1948 bombing by United States planes. Communist President Wilhelm Pieck urged Dresden’s mayor to mourn the destruction and warned against Anglo American warmongers preparing new war.
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Dresden
United States
Wilhelm Pieck
Crewmember Falls From Airliner in Turbulent Door Incident
An Associated Press report from New York details a Pan American World Airways Transcontinental flight where a crewman was sucked from a door during high speed travel. Passengers including Anna Krajicek describe a sudden gust and a steward near the door being pulled out as the plane maneuvered. Inspectors from the Civil Aeronautics Authority and city utilities board opened an immediate investigation as crewmen were questioned after the aircraft landed in New York Harbor.
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London
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Rex Theatre Backs Campaign Against Motion Picture Tax
Rex Theatre plans to campaign against a theater admission tax. Manager Thoms Bello urges residents to sign petitions for repeal or reduction, citing reduced or abolished levies. He reports protests to lawmakers and displays petitions and notices at theatres nationwide. The theatre says adult admission would rise to eight cents with three cents for a JonesWeket.
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Potatoes Market Struggles Influence Parity and Policy
United States potato growers face price pressures from wartime demand, export limits, and government programs. Reports describe overproduction, restricted sales to military camps, and shipments to obtain higher prices. Senator Thomas proposes a production payment plan linked to Brannan ideas, aiming to let market prices set parity with potential treasury support payments.
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Local Parking Fine Fad Out Of Suck
A local man faced a Police Magistrate over a parking ticket controversy described as a fad. He denied the case and protested payment, claiming his wife had no money. a roll of bills totaling five dollars was later produced and costs of three hundred fifty dollars assessed before release.
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Police Reinforcements Called To Halt Mine Violence
Sheriff Jozeph Shofier of Jefferson County ordered state police reinforcement to guard the mine area amid threats by Covjhe pickets. The clash left one man injured and several autos damaged as pickets threatened to target workers who stay at the site.
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Brookville
Jozeph Shofier
Jefferson County
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Estate Case To Be Decided March 27
Miss Parrish of Mason City contests the will of Ellen Sayers. A Boston genealogist testified that Ellen Sayers and Fille White may be the same person. The hearing explored photographs and family links as to the deceasd woman’s identity.
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Mason City
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Boston
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Parretys
Local man held for court trial over assault charge
Walley Vozniak of 192 East Main Street was bound over for the next term of Erie county court after a plea of not guilty to a assault and battery charge. He was arrested after an altercation at Blehynski's on West Main Street. Vozniak posted $501 bond and was released after claiming intoxication. Burdette Giffort suffered a cut near the right eye. Vozniak was found with a straight razor at his home. Police reported the incident and Vozniak’s arrest by city officers.
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East Main Street
Erie County
M. 5
Cab
State engineers complete survey of Hare Creek
State engineers surveyed Hare Creek to evaluate dredging and clearing work to improve storm sewer clearance. They estimate the project would clear about 14 and a half feet of the stream at two points, with only 3.56 feet of water at the downstream stretch. city participation may cover roughly 10 percent if approved.
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Don Willams
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Trains Crash Kills Seventeen as Dozens Hurt
Two trains collided head on near Gail pond Lisle sur Arn in the Pyrenees foothills today. Seventeen people were killed and about thirty injured as rescue teams probed wreckage for more victims.
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Lisle-sur-arn
Pyrenees Mountains
Owner Of Dog Hit By Car On Route 6 Owes Boy Two Debts
Fifteen year old Neal caster reports he watched a collie struck on Route 6 by a driver who left the scene. He and James Harper sued over veterinary bills but the dog, taken to Dr Stanton Bower, recovered after shot treatment and rest. The owner remains untraced. youths seek restitution for the injuries and expense.
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Pendsylvania
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James
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Tnstead
Stanton Bower
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Cabler
Truman Wins 80 Day Injunction Over Coal Strike
President Truman obtained an 80 day injunction to resume coal mining. Federal judge Keech signed the order shortly after a presidential fact finding panel concluded immediate resumption was imperative. The report cited dangers to national health and safety and urged action under the Taft Hartley act emergency provisions.
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David L. Cole
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Peion
Richmond Boweenly
Moravian court sentences three men to death in Prague
A Moravian state court in Prague today condemned three men to death for involvement in overthrowing the rationed regime. Two others received prison terms. The ruling follows a trial over political crimes and civil unrest.
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