Patton Death Highlights Traffic Safety Crisis
The Patton death underscores careless driving and flawed road safety. It argues for stronger driver education, stricter enforcement of laws, and tougher vehicle restrictions to prevent future carnage and compel government action.
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Boys Choir of St. Dunstan’s Praised in High Point
The St. Dunstan's boys choir at St. Mary's Episcopal church in High Point is hailed as a cultural asset. Director G. M. Nichol leads the group, which includes members from various denominations, with upcoming performances during Christmas observances.
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Red Cross Labor War Relief Fund Agreement Explained
Basil O Connor clarifies that the 1942 agreement between the American Red Cross and the AFL CIO labor relief committees merged fund raising into the National War Fund while preserving Red Cross chapters. It states there were no secrecy or kickback elements and outlines reimbursements totaling about 532 thousand dollars and labor contributions estimated at 30 to 35 million dollars during 1945 campaigns.
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Postwar navy and army clash over joint war structure
Postwar Washington reports show friction between navy and army over a single war defense department. Navy officers privately object to Marshall citation wording while Forrestal questions centralized joint chiefs authority stressing Pacific gains from navy pressure and independent naval strategy. The debate centers on resource distribution and strategic control.
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Navy minds lean Pacific in wartime strategic shift
The article cites Jack Stinnett and other naval leaders arguing that focusing on the Pacific by Admiral King and the staff was wise while still pursuing offensive action. It credits Admiral Halsey for bold moves that exploited enemy attention and notes the risk if a conservative holding pattern had dominated.
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Debunking Gossip About Public Figures and Privacy
The piece flatly rejects rumors about Hoover and a rumored liaison at the Goose club, condemning prying gossip while noting no inquiries were made to verify claims. It argues that births, marriages, and deaths are announced by families, preserving decorum among decent people.
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Herbert Hoover
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Hoover deserves respect in face of baseless gossip
By George Sokolsky defends Herbert Hoover and Lou Henry Hoover against rumors of divorce. He denounces peeping, public gossip and intrusion into private life, urging Americans to uphold decency toward a living ex president and his family.
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Penguin Club
Herbert Hoover
Lou Henry Hoover
Hoover
Tommy Manville
Washington Labor Fights Over Truman Plan After Holidays
Congress delays the Truman fact finding program for strike settlements until after the holidays while passing a limited anti racketeering measure. House action signals shifts in union influence as debates pivot on political contributions and contract compliance amid looming labor policy proposals.
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Labor Legislation Battle Shapes Up In House And Senate
Paul Mallon notes union reform proposals face strong support but no clear majority. He warns Senate delays may derail timing while House compromises dilute key measures. The CIO full employment plan, backed by Truman, is watered down, and final decisions rest with conferees amid competing agendas.
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Hillman
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Treasury probes offshore profits amid treaty delays
Treasury officials report a six month delay in Senate ratification of two double taxation and tax evasion treaties with Britain as officials dispute exaggerated claims of rich foreign refugees profiting from U S stocks. Authorities found most alleged profits unfounded and note compliance with tax obligations by investors seeking stability postwar.
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Vinson
Foreign Relations Committee
Wallace Humphrey White
Maine
Tom Connally
Texas
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Emil Schram
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Threadneedle Street
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