Railroads Need Help In Form Of Carrier Reorganization
An opinion piece argues for wholesale railroad reform through Wheeler Lea style legislation to lift capital restrictions and improve rates, service, and jobs. It flags I C C rules, high capitalization, labor issues, and rival transport modes as threats to rail's future and proposes a broad reorganization with continued taxation benefits. The author urges swift action to avert decline across carriers and the economy.
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How's Business by Babson Shows Subdued Output
Babson's Composite Index fell 0.7 to 9.3 percent below normal in the latest period, the lowest since the upswing began last September though still 10 percent above last year. Steel, coal, freight, and oil saw dips, while automobile assemblies rose and retail demand improved ahead of Easter while war and election uncertainties kept buyers cautious.
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Demos to Meet in Thomasville Rally Set April 27
The eighth district rally gathers Democrats from 12 counties with about 300 expected attendees. Carl Wilson organizing with R Gregg Cherry likely speaker at the Woman's Club building dinner precedes the program. Tickets available through Wilson.
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Census errors loom large in Hickory tally
More than 100 residents report being overlooked by census takers to the Chamber of Commerce. City Manager Ralph Smyre is named among the omitted, signaling possible undercounts and calls for correction before final tallies.
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