Government presses into books business at GPO stores
The Government Printing Office plans regional bookstores to speed delivery of about 30 million copies across 70 000 titles. Last year the GPO, the world’s largest publisher, earned over three million dollars from selling roughly 37 million books and pamphlets, mainly via mail. Notable items include a 15 cent Infant Care booklet and the $50 37 volume Nuernberg war crimes record.
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GPO
U. S. Treasury
U. S. Children’s Bureau
Elevator Vote Lifts Henry Wallace Campaign Jest
In a light exchange, H J Phillips quips about elevator voters backing Henry Wallace. The interviewer notes voters confide their views in public spaces, while Phillips jokes about the unique elevator crowd boosting Wallace’s presidential bid.
Elevator and escalator votes feature in Henry’s campaign
The letter warns of elevator and escalator vote significance in Henry’s race. It suggests analyzing supporters by their stance on rising or falling and those who walk up to forecast the outcome, noting escalator supporters as a rising trend in America.
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Cuba
Thomas Lipton
Lipton
England
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Hank
America
Sherwin-Williams Research
Shirtwaist dress pattern in plaid cotton or white
This fabric pattern advertises a versatile shirtwaist dress for all occasions. It offers a pretty plaid cotton option for summer and a crisp white choice. Pattern No. 1617 supports sizes 14 through 46 with yardage for size 16 listed as 3% yards of 35 or 39 inch fabric.
Judge Can Wield Power In Fair Trial
The column probes how far a judge should intervene in a trial to safeguard government interests. It notes potential overreach by a judge and the risk of improper influence during wartime, while criticizing political persecution and double standards in indictments and loyalist pressures.
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U. S
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Hitler
Walter Winchell Sings of a Changing Era
A vivid column notes tough times as alack of demand hits animal dealers and a rich man keeps a worn polo coat. It mentions a failed castle giveaway offer and a MGM Literary Guild dispute over Marion Hargrove novel rights.
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Alfred G. Vanderbilt
Littee
Marion Hargrove
Literary Guild
MGM
Anti Truman sentiment grows as Democrats eye new candidate
Amid deepening anti Truman sentiment in the Democratic Party some leaders discuss dumping him. Northern liberals fault his removals of Roosevelt appointees while southern leaders condemn his civil rights stance. Some ponder a Douglas boom or a draft Eisenhower move as a potential alternative.
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Truman
Marriner Eccles
James Landis
John Fahey
William O. Douglas
WRIGHT PATTERSON Calls for Congress to Curb Spending
Wright Patterson criticizes Congress for excessive talk on national economies and recurring votes for bloated bureaucracies. He urges a collective move to cut spending and honor promised economies, noting good politics in delivering action during an election year.
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