New Policy Aims Big Wage Rise Amid Defense Talks
Washington reports a new policy to permit wage increases between 12 and 16 percent above January 15, 1950 levels, with Erle Johnston signaling progress on a general wage formula after a wage stabilization board session. He favored about 12 percent, while labor members push for at least 15 percent amid broader defense act extension discussions.
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Cactua dish garden on Truman White House table
A tiny cactus plant in a dish garden sits on the Blair House table during renovation. Reporters noted the scene beneath Washington portraits and crystal chandeliers, with Mrs. Truman away in Independence and Margaret in Europe.
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Blair House and related estate details from 19th century era
The text notes 1661 Penney Avenue property once owned by government since 1942, adjoining Lee House built before the Civil War for Elizabeth Blair Lee, daughter of Francis Preston Blair Jr. It mentions use by the state department for official guests, the Trumans’ private quarters, and Cruman’s piano. It also cites a small cat republic near Hal y.
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