Eisenhower Clears European Picture In Congress Report
The general reports a rejuvenation of spirit in Europe under Soviet pressure and asserts Western Europe will bear more defense burden with American support. He emphasizes a united front against communism and notes allies are ready to contribute, building a secure wall of peace.
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Dwight Eisenhower
Congress
United States
Western Europe
Eisenhower
Europe
America
Western
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Free Nations
Public anger grows over wage and price controls
The piece notes broad support for controls but rising anger as critics fear price hikes. It highlights foods like potatoes and oranges with potential 80 to 200 percent increases under the law. It cites some easing of the wage freeze in coal and asks voters to reexamine democracy’s mixed benefits.
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Main Street
Ambitious federal tax plan seeks 16.5 billion in new revenue
Secretary Snyder unveils a rugged program to raise 16.5 billion through higher individual and corporate taxes and steep levies on autos liquor beer cigarettes radios refrigerators and other consumer goods. The plan would push a 4 to 4.8 percent rate for a 3 000 income couple and faces slow congressional action with likely revisions.
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Snyder
Little Fellow
U.N. Advances North Korea Toward 38th Parallel
United Nations forces press a cautious advance toward the 38th parallel as probes find few Communist concentrations near Seoul. Officials report 136,000 North Korean captives and 9,000 Communist casualties since the offensive began amid rumors and uncertain resistance.
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United Nations
Seoul
South Korea
Korea
38Th Parallel
U.N
U.S. Defense Department
Department
Rail labor strife grimly seen hamper defense effort
The piece notes a broad rail industry labor dispute with unauthorized switchmen walkouts that idleled up to 250000 workers, disrupting travel and mail. Appeals by federal mobilization director Charles E. Wilson and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen president W P Kennedy partially restored work but risk of future disputes remained. A final settlement between labor and management was deemed essential for national defense in coming years.
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Charles E. Wilson
W. P. Kennedy
The
Brotherhood of Railroad
Iran Oil and Soviet Pressure Seen Shaping 1951 Balance
The piece argues Moscow aims to prevail in Iran through infiltration and oil control, risking wider Soviet influence in the region. It cites Iran-US strains over a $25 million loan, Voice of America actions, and Tehran’s pivot toward Moscow while Britain’s oil company is accused of colonial behavior.
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Iran
Moscow
Indian Ocean
Persian Gulf
India
Arabia
Near East
United States
U.S.A
Russia
U.S
Henry Grady
Washington
Voice of America
Voice of Moscow
Montana farmer group confronts senator in irritated office visit
A group of Montana farmers confronted Sen. Zales Ecton in his office. Ecton, in a grumpy mood, snapped that he wished they would quit bothering him so he could get constructive work done with some fellow senators. The farmers left without speaking.
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Montana
Sen
Zales Ecton
Ecton
Lean Days for Wildlife
February and March bring harsh weather that strains birds and animals as natural food grows scarce. Sportsmen and conservationists can help by providing feeding stations where food is gone or snow blocks vegetation. Stations must be kept filled as wildlife will return to the same spots.
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Mother Nature
National Council of Churches launches relief appeal
The National Council of Churches of Christ in America unites nineteen major Protestant and Orthodox groups for a worldwide relief drive. Beginning February 11 and running through Easter March 25, funds will aid 50 to 70 million war refugees and relocate about 30 million displaced persons of World War II.
Budget Fights Rise as Truman Proposes Large Tax Plan
In Congress the 82nd session forms polar lines over President Truman's 71.6 billion dollar budget and 16.5 billion dollar tax program. Democrats join Republicans to press cuts in education health insurance and Brannan plan while nondefense spending and civil functions face scrutiny. A pay-as-you-go approach to finance the hefty budget is seen as essential despite opposition.
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Congress
82Nd Congress
Truman
Army to Europe as Congress Backs Truman Plan
The fourth infantry division is slated for deployment to Germany to reinforce the Atlantic pact. The air force will deploy additional jet fighters to Europe as Congress approves the resolution backing Truman's plan to bolster U S ground forces there.
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Germany
Europe
Congress
Truman
U.S
Cockers Popular in the Nation as Pets and Hunters
The Cocker spaniel ranks as the most registered breed with loving, friendly traits making it a top pet. While many cockers lack hunting nose, the true hunting strain is smart, stocky, and capable of retrieving Canada geese.
Diet of house cats shocks bird lovers in Missouri study
Missouri researchers from the Wildlife Management Institute analyzed stomachs of four cats, mostly highway killed, finding 38.1 percent mice and 49.5 percent rats and mice combined, with no songbirds present. Korschgen cautions the data not to guide policy but notes implications for quail and rodent competition.
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Missouri
Wildlife Management Institute
Korschgen
Waterfowl Longevity Compared to Upland Birds
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service notes waterfowl live far longer than upland birds. In captivity European geese and swans reach 70 to 80 years, ducks 15 to 40. wild ducks, geese, and swans rarely reach such ages, though banded wild ducks have reached 18 years and geese or swans at least 20.
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U.S
Fish and Wildlife Service
Service
Coolidge Pie As Road Joke Highlights Local Dinner
Governor Calvin Coolidge hosts the state road commissioner at the mansion Grace Coolidge bakes her first apple pie. Guests praise it then grimace as the crust proves rock hard, prompting the future road joke about its use on roads.
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Calvin Coolidge
Massachusetts
Executive Mansion
Grace
Mr. Coolidge
Minister Feels Uneasy Over Fish Course At Dinner
A public function reveals humor as a minister hesitates over the fish entree. His neighbor quips that the dish is a “Piece of cod that passeth all understanding” highlighting the light moment.
Repeater Sophomore Says He Will Repeat Last Year
A sophomore jokes about repeating last year’s work, telling his father he won’t need to buy new books next semester. The humorous line frames a student redoing coursework as a lucky outcome.
Myjor the Giant How Diminutive Soldier Stuns Tourist
An American tourist visits a South African bar where a six inch high man in military uniform sits on a stool. The bartender reveals the Myjor’s nickname and recalls a tale of a witch doctor called a bloody damned fool.
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South Africa
Myjor
Witch Doctor
What is a will as boys test answer hints at
A teacher questions the grade for a pupil who defined a will as a written document stating how a person wants his property divided among his errors. The quip reflects a misprint turning errors into heirs. The exchange reads like a light classroom anecdote from a period newspaper.
Class Hatred sparks truancy confession
A father questions his son about skipping school and the boy replies with a pointed line about class hatred, revealing a social trigger behind truancy. The exchange highlights tensions inside the upbringing and schooling environment.
Speed Fiend Passenger Exchange Amid Thrilling Ride
In a tense exchange a passenger and a speed fiend savor the rush of motion. The passenger expresses astonishment at staying alive while the other basks in the high velocity and adrenaline.
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Eden
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