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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1946
Page
4
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The piece discusses President Truman's veto of the Case Bill and its impact on labor relations. It contrasts Truman's arguments with earlier proposals, notes objections to sections on felonies for striking, and reviews the bill's interplay with Wagner Act provisions and cooling-off periods.
Benjamin Pross, longtime union official linked to the AFL in New York, bought a Lake Mahopac estate for 26500 on April 29 and faces renewed scrutiny over involvement with multiple unions. He has prior fraud and racketeering history, including a bankruptcy fraud conviction and alleged extortion cases, while maintaining influence and a deeds commission license despite voting ineligibility.
Washington report says a U S senator quoted Army and Navy officials warning Congress that another war might occur with Russia and that industrialists fear communism. The claim ties to Glen Taylor Idaho and his campaign, with debate on truth in international affairs and Moscow propaganda.
Years ago today W A Stevens left for an extended visit to his sister in Atlanta. Dr W L Stroup of Corinth is visiting his mother in Decatur. J W Thornton returned from Knoxville and Maryville. Dollar days set for June 21 and 22 at the request of Decatur thrifty shoppers. Mrs Otto Seibert left for Pensacola. City clerk Henry Hartung announced street tax due in Albany. Pauline Dunnavant entertained Miss Willodine Crawford of Jasper.
Signatures include Ruth Solimer and Herman R Whicek listing 1960 Broadway as their business address for the wine and liquor workers union. Robert Bleakley notarized a real estate deed. Herbert Pross, brother of Ben, held a pistol permit later revoked by Police Commissioner Wallender. Madge Pross, Herbert’s wife, was convicted of running a gambling house in 1945 with a fine and suspended sentence. Police records show several arrests among the Pross and related individuals, with alias name confusions surrounding Herbert Hy man Pross.
A 1946 King Features syndicate piece warns of rising bicycle accidents as car and bike traffic grow. It notes most crashes involve cars, calls for care from riders and drivers, and suggests dedicated bike lanes to reduce fatalities. It highlights higher risk for boys 10 to 19 and praises bicycling for health benefits while urging prevention.
Warden S. W. Hixon reports Herman Smith 21 mobile county convict was stabbed to death in a fight with a fellow prisoner at Atmore state prison farm Friday night. State Solicitor A. H. Elliott says a Birmingham prisoner William Smothers is bound over on a murder charge for action by the Escambia county grand jury in connection with the slaying.
A Kansas City woman approached a police officer inside a bank asking about a loan. He said she should talk to bank officers, she replied she already had and had been told to talk to the cop. The officer investigated and found she had been instructed to see George Kopp, a bank vice president.
The article notes signs of a non-partisan unity in foreign policy, details a shift in the U S delegation to UNO with Senator Austin replacing Ed Stettinius, and discusses Austin's remarks on Russia and unilateral peace efforts versus joint solutions. It argues the nation remains committed to general peace through UNO and other means.
Walter Winchell On Broadway notes from the 1945-46 theater season cover shows, reviews, and industry quips. It highlights plays like Deep Are the Roots and Truckline Cafe, star turns such as June Allyson and Maria Montez, and sharp commentary on critics, producers, and wartime culture.
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