Sparkman Opens Senate Campaign Reflecting Alabama Record
John Sparkman announces his bid for the United States Senate, touting ten years in Congress representing Alabama’s Eighth District. He stresses his TVA and REA support, education funding, farmer needs, and a path from war to peace, aiming to visit every Alabama town to present his record.
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United States Senate
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United States
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Alabama Journal Confused Report on Price Cut and Marriage License
A fragment from the Alabama Journal questions the impact of a price cut on marriage licenses and upkeep. The brief lines suggest debate over whether the OPA measure altered costs or obligations, with a local voice challenging the notion of change.
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Alabama Journal
OPA
Pro monarchist revival eyed in Italy amid crisis
Looking ahead in Rome, observers foresee a potential monarchist comeback as economic strain and political turmoil spark talk of restoring the House of Savoy. Crown Prince Vittorio Emmanuele, age eight, is cited as a possible monarch, with Umberto hinting at future action if needed.
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Umberto
Alcide de ‘Gasper
Latin American appeal seeks just peace for Haly
Argentina proposes a joint Latin American appeal to the Big Four foreign ministers in Paris for a just peace. Seven favorable replies reported. In Paris, Assistant Secretary Dunn may be sent to Rome as ambassador. Dunn reportedly requested the post and Byrnes may approve.
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Paris
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Byrnes
Revival of excess profits tax eyed by insiders
Washington circles seek revival of the excess profits tax amid Sharp and prolonged price concerns. A reliable informant says government financial experts consider a levy to curb price hikes, while Secretary Snyder hinted only at possible tax rate increases next year. CIO's United Public Workers pushes for a 25 percent federal pay rise if OPA is not revived, and economists foresee shirt prices and some items dropping as price controls lift and hoarded goods reenter the market.
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Washington sees probes and shifts in industry jobs
The unofficial observer notes Senate war committee testimony and possible criminal referrals to the Department. Labor economists predict unemployment first impacts the radio industry as sets outpace demand. In five years television will demand many new workers. Government forecasts show foreign credits totaling 7.9 billion dollars aiding American exports, helping sustain prosperity during domestic slumps.
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Army eyes new speed record plane at Murave Lake
The Army plans to attempt a world speed record with the Republic P-84 Thunderjet in August at Murave Lake California. Reports say the P-80 preliminary tests fell short of expectations while the Thunderjet is favored over the Shooting Star to reclaim the 606 miles per hour mark from Britain's Meteor.
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Washington
Murave Lake
Calif
Australia proposes Pacific regional conference on welfare
London officials said Australia suggested a regional conference to discuss social and economic welfare for dependent Pacific areas but did not raise bases or military establishments. Prague observers forecast Czech foreign minister Jan Masaryk may pivot Czechoslovakia to Yugoslavia if Yugoslavs seek backing in the Adriatic port dispute.
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Minnesota Primaries Spotlight Thye Challenging Shipstead
Monday coverage centers on Minnesota primaries with Gov Edward J Thye seeking the GOP senatorial nomination against Henrik Shipstead. Backing Thye is Harold E Stassen as contest and party dynamics shape the race alongside House races and gubernatorial intrigue.
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House
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GOP
Henrik Shipstead
Harold E. Stassen
Thye
Washington
Hugh B. Mitchell
Utah
Murdock
Rep. Graner
Cp. Robinson
Charges Filed Over Union Activity At Macon Mills
Atlanta July 6. Eight or nine workers at Bibb Manufacturing Company mills in Macon were discharged for union activities. CIO director Charles H. Gillman said officials are attempting to check all employees who have signed union cards as unfair labor practices are charged.
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Bibb Manufacturing Company
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Gilman
Marriage Licenses for George Puckett and Olga Holder
George Leonard Puckett of Decatur and Olga Inez Holder of Athens gained a marriage license. Leon Eugene Jansen of Birmingham and Frances Jean Locke of Birmingham also secured a license.
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George Leonard Puckett
Decatur
Olga Inez Holder
Athens
Leon Eugene Jansen
Birmingham
Frances Jean Locke
Sapphires and Rubies Used in Precision Instruments
Sapphires and rubies are employed in precision meters and delicate instruments across tanks and airplanes, enabling high durability and reliable performance in extreme conditions. The tiny synthetic gems serve as wear resistant bearings and rotational components for optical and mechanical systems.
Walter Winchell on Broadway recollections of newspapermen and scoops
Walter Winchell on Broadway surveys legendary newspaper figures Heber Phillips Chester Lord Lois Thrasher Frank Ward O Malley and Bill Phelan in vivid anecdotes of late 19th and early 20th century journalism The piece recalls police desk adventures Madison Square Garden murder scoops and newsroom pranks with a brisk nostalgic tone
Danger Signs of Cancer
Cancer research progresses slowly despite many scientists studying the disease. Early detection and treatment remain crucial to save lives, as many cancers show no pain early on. Regular exams and imaging aid prevention, while mouse studies hint at viral factors and potential therapies. Public awareness is essential.
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Robert G. Green
John J. Bittner
University of Minnesota
God Waits for Good Men to Realize His Dreams
A UT preacher quotes that God waits for good men to remake themselves and live as fully Christian lives. The remark reflects pastor Lawrence H. Wharton’s view on personal transformation aligning with divine purpose.
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God
Lawrence H. Wharton
University of Texas
Radio Magazines and City Gossip From Early 20th Century Copublications
This excerpt chronicles media figures and personalities in a breezy column style. It notes public figures like Bill, Big Tim Sullivan, John W. Davis, Mrs J W Davis, and Damon Runyon, with quips about soup etiquette, White House intrigue, and press bravery. It references Scripps-Howard publishers and late-night city patrols by reporters in a radio-equipped car.
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Will Rogers
J. W. Davis
White House
Percy Hammond
Mr. Rogers
Rogers
Percy
Odd Local Tales And Jokes From The Town
A local man repairs a bent radiator grill by tying it to a tree and driving away pulling out the grill. A Connecticut snowstorm delays a businessman en route to his Danielson office as a clerk fosters a humorous exchange with a young operator. Reflections on Edison and a string of lighthearted vignettes about letters, memory towns, and doing things by halves conclude this column.
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Connecticut
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Runyon and Winchell Mentioned After Suspect's Suspicious Moves
A suspect in a drug store encounter recalls Damon remaining in a car and signaling, a police cruiser passing, cops watching from windows, and a Runyon memo noting officers assumed a stickup. The incident ends with a cop shouting, Oh hell Runyon and Winchell.
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Pfc Roan Serving With 1st Cavalry In Tokyo
Pfc James M Roan of Decatur is serving with the 271st Field Artillery Battalion in Tokyo as part of the occupation force in Nippon. He entered the Army April 29 1945 trained at Camp Blanding Florida and earned the Asiatic Pacific Theater ribbon Good Conduct Medal World War II Victory Ribbon and the Occupation Ribbon for Japan. He attended Priceville High School worked at Alabama Hosiery Mills and plans to return to his job after discharge. He and wife Elsie and son Kenneth 9 live at 1811 S 6th Ave Greenville.
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Decatur
First Cavalry Division
Sresens
Nippon
Roan
271St Field Artillery
97Th Sae Lenten Salyer
Japan
Priceville High School
Alabama Hosiery Mills
Army
Camp Blanding
Florida
Elsie Roan
Kenneth
S. 6Th Avenue
Greenville
Bank Deposit Figures From Morgan County Ledger 1946
A 1946 Morgan county financial ledger shows deposits totaling 35,984,823.67 with liabilities of 36,022,030.68 and capital accounts of 1,343,873.84. Pledged assets secure deposits and secured liabilities amount to 3,924,294.46 with notes and securities involved. Sworn before a notary on July 3, 1946.
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Lucile Murphey
J. W. Wyker, Jr
Jon “le Ton Ee
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