Combs Defends Tax Breaks Behind Closed Doors
Texas Congressman J. M. Combs harshly criticized the Ways and Means Committee for cutting capital gains taxes from 25 to 16 percent. He charged the policy benefits Wall Street traders earning 30,000 or more jointly, arguing that most relief goes to the wealthy while ordinary taxpayers shoulder the burden. He warned the move would mainly quicken security turnover rather than spur sound investment.
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J. M
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Texas
Ways and Means Committee
Wall Street
Walter Lynch
New York
River Front Beauty Spot Proposed for Benson Field Area
A resident urges turning Benson Field area into a river front park instead of selling land. The idea, supported by river views and a new airport under construction, is forwarded to the school board for consideration since no disposition of the property has been decided.
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Tennessee
Hope Against Polio Sees Promising Leads in 1949 Report
The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis reports progress in polio research and declares 1949 a turning point year. It notes 42,375 new patients and that 80 percent received direct aid, with 1,089 of 2,822 chapters failing financially but emergency drives preventing a deficit. 803 respirators were rushed nationwide, and about 17,000 patients will need ongoing care in 1950.
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National Foundation
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Eisenhower Backers and Democratic Ideals in 1952 Debate
The piece notes Republican backers like Tom Watson grooming Eisenhower for the 1952 GOP bid while Eisenhower himself keeps party affiliation private. It also quotes Senator Ed Johnson of Colorado arguing against excessive economizing, urging that governments exist to let people govern and warning against conflating efficiency with democracy.
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Colorado
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Living Today: Advice for Students Facing a New Year
ARLIE B. DAVIDSON urges students to evaluate past effort and plan better study habits for the next year. She emphasizes hard work, focus on core tasks, balanced activities, and persistence to overcome luck and improve future progress.
Ohio congresswoman hosts midnight breakfast for Taft
Mrs Frances Bolton of Ohio invited prominent Republicans to a midnight breakfast in Taft's honor after his whistle stop radio remarks to President Truman. A publicity photo captured guests listening intently as Robert Nathan CIO economist spoke praise on air, a moment that avoided a sound picture.
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Truman
Truman Campaign Stop Highlights Liberal Republican Tie
Wayne Morse stands as the sole Republican singled out by Harry Truman during the president’s nonpolitical tour. Truman telegraphed a stop at Baker Oregon to praise Morse while spotlighting the liberal Republican faction. Vic Johnston eyes national chairmanship and resents press shadowing by Tribune and BBC staff aboard the trip. Ed Martin’s wall sign laments the Grundy faction’s loss in Pennsylvania.
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Local resident Hutchinson visits. baby clinic opens in Morgan county
Y agata Y agata H. C. Hutchinson, once a well known local figure now living in Monroe Louisiana, greets old friends here. The weekly baby clinic opened today at the Morgan county health department. One defendant charged with dis orderly conduct was fined 51 dollars 60 cents in the Albany police court this morning. Editorial paragraph Eddie Plank credits success in sports to clean living. Clean living.
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Monroe
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Albany
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As Pegler Sees It: Gambling, New Orleans, and legends
West Brook Pegler traces New Orleans gambling lore from Palm Beach to Havana and Capone era, noting prominent figures like Ed Bradley and Barry Shannon while recalling the Civil War Gamblers Troop and a tale of General Butler. The piece contrasts the city’s charm with its enduring appetite for gaming and intrigue.
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Chicago
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Complete Optician's Equipment for Eyes for Sale
An advertisement offers complete optician's equipment for eyes for sale at S. A. Moses 217 Johnston Street. The Albany high school's senior class will present the play And Home Came Ted on Wednesday at the Masonic Theatre as a benefit for the annual. Ellen Gilbert of Pulaski visits her aunt Mrs W T Lowe. Sir Frank Richardson Jr of Mooreville visits F Frederick Hunt Jr. Officers of Decatur Chapter are listed. Plans to welcome Louisville boosters in Minneapolis on the 28th were discussed by Clyde Hendrix.
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Post Office Postcard Scam Satirized In Costly Ruse
A satirical piece critiques the costly byzantine process behind a 3-cent postcard notice from the U S Post Office. It traces absurd expenses from Detroit to New York including workers names, vehicles, subsidies, and equipment totaling about 750 000 dollars, ending with the failed attempt to retrieve the letter amid a lengthy wasteful routine.
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George
International News Service
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Burned girl to receive skin graft from white donors
Memphis surgeon prepared to graft 60 square inches of white skin on seven year old Bennie Lee Bradley of Sledge Mississippi to save her life. Four donors answered the plea read in The Memphis Press Scimitar. the graft covers 15 square inches from each donor thigh.
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Sledge
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Rubberoid Co completes new felt mill in Mobile Alabama
A new million and a half dollar felt mill with 17 000 ton annual capacity was completed in Mobile by Rubberaid Co. Carter Smith, general superintendent, announced. The operation adds to Rubberoid Co.’s main plant in Mobile. One plain ingredient of both felt and asbestos is dry felt.
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