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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1950
Page
8
A pastiche urging citizens to value every vote, warning that a small turnout empowers minority groups and risks socialism. The piece argues vote strength defends representative government and warns against government handouts as a path to loss of freedom. It appeals to duty and bloodline for vigilance.
The article charts chain grocery growth from 2.8 billion in 1925 to 9.5 billion in 1948 while chain share stays around 38 to 44 percent. It credits independents for thriving by adopting chain tactics and innovations, arguing competition keeps prices favorable for consumers and room remains for all store sizes.
Nationwide reports of scare buying and hoarding show a minority stockpiling sugar tires nylon and other goods. While manufacturers and retailers decry the practice, only consumers can stop it as hoarding disrupts supply chains inflates prices and ages toward rationing and tighter government controls.
Readers Digest article by John L Beekie questions why railroads fail to thrive. It argues subsidized competitors skew transport, air and trucking gain advantages, and government confirms bias. Secretary Sawitz cites some justice in railroad complaints while noting subsidies, air mail contracts, and free facility access distort the system. Road damage from trucks is blamed on inadequate funding for highways.
Lowell Cnauman of the Federal Trade Commission denounces a tangle of inconsistent laws he calls crazy quilt. He cites a Standard Oil Indiana case forcing resale price control and notes a pending antitrust suit against West Coast oil majors. He urges clear, enforceable standards and less government persecution from ambiguity.
The article argues that profit seeking drives efficient use of natural resources. It cites oil timber mining and coal practices as improved by competition and long term planning. It warns political attacks on profit and notes examples of gas waste but asserts ownership encourages reforestation and careful resource extraction. It concludes the profit motive supports conservation and fair prices in a free market.
Former TVA head and Atomic Energy Commission chief Lilienthal criticizes U S atomic policy arguing for vigorous private enterprise and competition over 100 percent government ownership and financing He warns against growing government dependence as a menace to progress.
The piece contrasts two theories on Korea's origin. It argues Russia sought to draw the West into a costly, worldwide confrontation while North Korea fought to enable Soviet aims. It praises UN unity and international aid, noting many nations contribute troops and support to Korea, reshaping global power dynamics.
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