Congressional Investigations and Jewish Aid In Postwar Era Tone
The piece defends congressional probes as a check on the executive branch while noting flaws in procedure. It cites Meyers and Hughes cases, critiques of RFC inquiries, and endorses oversight despite criticisms. It urges continued inquiry into waste and mismanagement impacting taxpayers. It also praises Jewish relief efforts postwar and appeals for support of United Jewish Appeal donors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennett FE. Meyers
Army
Department of Justice
Department of the Army
Congress
Howard Hughes
Congressman May
Hollywood
RFC
Bowl Games Delay Draws Debate Over Dates
A North Carolina sports column argues for moving bowl games earlier than January 1 to avoid end of season fatigue and give players more holiday time. It cites Carolina’s declined Legion bowl bid due to exams and suggests December 13 or mid-December as preferable dates to keep excitement up.
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North Carolina
Carolina
Los Angeles
Agnes
Civic High Point drive backs United Jewish Appeal
A High Point civic effort forms a Christian committee to support the United Jewish Appeal national drive of 170 million dollars. Leaders from all walks of life rally in a living testimony to the vision and generosity of citizens amid the plight of Jewish survivors in Europe.
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Europe
UNRRA
Palestine
America
Christian Committee
United Jewish Appeal
High Point
Jitters and vigilance amid Cold War fears in America
The piece argues against hysteria over global tensions. It cites Rep. Jenkins and Rep. Clevinger proposing immigration limits on Russia allied nations and troop withdrawals in Europe. It warns of a domestic Communist menace and UN challenges while urging steady resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Jenkins
Ohio
Russia
Cliff Clevinger
Manton Eddy
Army
Europe
United Nations
Capitol Square notes on politics and public office
A Greensboro speech cancellation by gubernatorial candidate Johnson sparks debate over the CPA board and public accounts factions. The column also covers Gillette’s possible appointment to the C&D board, port authority leadership, and the broader view of federal aid versus state spending including cigarette and gasoline taxes.
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Lass Houses
Tles M. Johnson
N. C. Society of Public Accountants
Greensboro
Johnson
State Association of Certified Public Accountants
CPA
State Board
Certified Association
Capitol Square
High Orice
Democracy
Polce Square
Cherry
George W. Giltie
Board of Conservation and Development
Floyd Crouse
Sparta
Wildlife Resources Commission
Gillette
Army
State Ports Authority
Ports Authority
C&d Pee
Harry Moullafi
Pate
C&d
Conservation and Development Board
J. L. Horne
Rocky Mount
Roy Hampton
Plymouth
Clyde Council
Wananish
Wilbur Bunn
Ralegh
Oscar Breece
Fayetteville
Eric Rodger
Scotland Neck
Chares Allen
Durham
Walter Damtoft
Asheville
Percy Ferebee
Andrews
A. H. Guion
Charlotte
Miles Smith
Salisbury
R. W. Proctor
Marion
A. K. Winger
Albemarle
D. M. Stafford
Far East
North Carolina
Federal Good Roads Fund
United States
Michigan
Wills and property notes from a South era column
The piece surveys eccentric bequests in U S wills past and reflects on property disputes and times. It blends anecdotes about Benjamin Franklin city life cat bequests and a cemetery contemplation with commentary on changing values and modern comforts versus old days. It also cites Josephus Daniels and Clarence Poe on whether the good old days were better.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Steele
America
Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia
California
Lounsbury
Josephus Daniels
The
News and Observer
Clarence Poe
Progressive Farmer
British export ban costs dollar deal in Belgium and more
Washington notes a British embargo on whisky exports to a soft currency area despite cash in American dollars. The piece criticizes government controls and recalls an anecdote about Senate aide Edward McGinnis and a humorous Symington remark about a phony official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Britain
London
Brussels
America
Treasury
Belgium
Winchell Notes and Hollywood Gossips From The Stage World
The column riffs on theatre and film with gossip about Lavery, Gosch, and a Boston court clash over slander. caricatures by Auerbach Levy. sports notes on the St. Louis Cardinals purchase. Kay Thompson’s gift, and colorful ruminations on Broadway critics, opera, and the cinema scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginger Rogers
Lavery
Gosch
Boston
Athens
William Auerbach-Levy
The
Columm
W.A.L
Walter Winchell
Bob Hannegan
Post Office
St. Louis Cardinals
al Horwits
Kay Thompson
Ciro’s
H. Hover
Wms. Bros
Met Opera
Aida Alvarez
Carmen
Altho
Aida
Bennett Meyers
Johnny Meyer
New York Radio Scene Praises Voices and Melodies
A lively critique notes Milton Cross’s dignified tones and Bing Crosby’s strong session. It mentions CBS listeners and provocative opinions with Dorothy Fuldheit’s creamy narration. Studio One’s spinners keep tales twirling while Percy Faith’s melodies are praised. Jolson earns a nod for avoiding boos from studio crowds.
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Milton Cross
Westminister Abbey
Bing
CBS
ABC
Femm
Dorothy Fuldheit
Studio One
Percy Faith
Jolson
Studio Deadheads
Puzzle of Letters and Clues From A Crossword Prowess
A wordplay feature links a list of clues to answers spanning people places and concepts. Readers navigate abbreviations and suffixes while solving for a coherent set of terms from bead to brood. The piece showcases puzzle construction and enjoyment.
Press Box bluntly critiques GOP leadership and wartime rhetoric
A garbled column sketches the Republican apparatus and Gen Meyers amid medals controversy, notes on Russia’s political war stance, and various editorial jabs. It mentions Taft tours, Collier's Ike praise, and a string of quips from editors and poets, all in a satirical tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Repub Herald Tribune
GOP
Repub
Reece
Meyers
NY Times
Russia
Gazette
America
San Sp Eda
Ponterbert
Mattel Hill
Milk weight and 1947 P.S. fire loss noted
A line states one quart of milk weighs 2.28 pounds and notes the 1947 P. S. fire loss as the largest in history for any ma tion.
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P. S
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