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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1951
Page
4
The piece argues smoking in bed as a luxury risk that can trigger deadly house and hotel fires. It urges disposal of flammable junk, replacement of frayed cords, and routine furnace checks before cold weather. stresses fire prevention is a personal responsibility to protect life and property.
An American corporation recently distributed nearly two million dollars in stock to over 25,000 employees as a bonus. The stock cost nothing to recipients and they may keep or acquire more. Executives cite competitive capitalism and say profits are compensation for asset use. They note stock ownership broadens interest in capitalism and that exchanges serve the public. There are about 15 million capitalists in the country, and more participation is seen as beneficial to the national future.
An analysis of a mid western power and light utility shows a $26 444 498 income last year with 29.7 percent on fuel and materials and 20.8 percent in taxes. Wages 16.1 percent dividends 11.8 percent and equipment replacement 11.8 percent. Government revenues outweighed worker and owner share, and tax costs rivaled supply costs. The piece questions whether such utilities should be encouraged or socialized under federal programs.
A 195-page Kefauver crime committee report details ties among gamblers, police, and politicians across major cities. It identifies mob leaders, notes Mafia links, and accuses tax avoidance by racketeers. The document urges 22 federal reforms including stricter immigration controls and banned interstate gambling information.
The Caroline Memorial Post in Greensboro lists Buddy Poppies for sale this week. The piece cites a federal crime commission’s view that crime is mainly a local issue requiring local action with state and federal support. It notes Kefauver’s committee as the first to operate nationally and calls for government units and the public to respond.
A stalled car halted traffic as drivers waited. One honking driver ignored pleas until Miss Reynolds stepped out and calmly offered to let him keep honking if he wished, then the jarring horn stopped.
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