Durham warns World War III risk and wartime taxes
Congressman Carl Durham told the state Junior Chamber meeting yesterday that the chance of avoiding World War III is dwindling and the only remedy may be to prepare for war with Russia. He warned Americans will live as a military nation with higher taxes, stricter controls, and regimentation for years, a frank but bleak assessment welcomed by attendees.
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New York Ship News
Is The A Bomb Inhuman Or War Itself
Compton argues the atomic bomb differs mainly in scale not kind from other bombs. He and Acheson contend war itself is a crime against humanity and that U S moral standing remains intact even if faced with aggression.
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Tokyo
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These Days These Immortals Fail In Field Opinions
A critical column argues great minds err outside their expertise criticizing Einstein Mann and Wright. It links Mann and Wright to flawed peace plans and ties Soviet actions to the Korea conflict, noting postwar arms debates and the May June 1950 peace conferences.
Spain loan debate shapes U.S. stance on Franco ties
The Senate recently approved a $100 million loan to Spain amid debate over how military considerations in Korea and Moscow’s stance affect Europe. Officials note Spain’s anti-communist posture and strategic value, but critics warn of alienating anti-Fascist Europe and provoking Moscow. Spain may seek $70 million via the Export-Import Bank, with MSA credits contingent on merit.
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Waterfowl migration foreseen boosting North Carolina hunting
A Powerfully structured collage notes fall waterfowl movement across three major flyways, predicting near 1949 levels and creating hunting opportunities in eastern North Carolina. It contrasts beauty in flight with the fate of dead game and reflects on sentiment, military resilience, and retail efficiency through anecdotes.
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North Carolina
Mundt flags communist control bill in Senate speech
Senator Karl Mundt warns in the Senate for a Communist control bill fearing exposure through compulsory registration. The piece notes public fears of identification and contrasts it with a national drift toward naturalism praised by youths and parents. Archbishop Edwin E Brynes of New Mexico is mentioned.
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Edwin E. Brynes
New Mexico
Hollywood and political mischief fill a noisy column
A sweeping recap notes Kefauver probes mob bets on transit control in Minneapolis and St Paul. It mentions film history bits with Gloria Swanson and Julia Marlowe, plus industry gossip on writers, editors, and a Libertad of figures like Henry Fonda, Arlene Dahl, and Jack Barrymore Jr. The piece brushes careers, unions, and election chatter around Marcantonio and Dulles amid wartime film notes and a Paramount sale rumor.
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E. H. Sothern
Hotel Plaza
Sunset Boulevard
Gloria Swanson
Gloria
Posse
Brave Reporter Opportunity in Washington Never Taken
A satirical piece mocks a reporter's fear of a bold stunt to confront President Truman over a Eugene speech. The writer discusses returning to Washington, notes absences like Rep. Roosevelt Jr, and humorously recalls encounters with figures and eccentric colleagues amid vacation impressions.
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