Hoover Commission Finds Savings Tallied at Two Point Five Billion
Washington report outlines estimated savings from reorganizing government operations. Key figures include military and agriculture gains totaling 2.559 billion, with net 979 million yearly, though Public Affairs Institute projects about 300 million annually. Includes personnel, purchasing, records, and post office reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
NEA
Hoover
Commission On Organization
Executive Branch
Hoover Commission
Department of Agriculture
Armed Services
Record Office
Post Office Department
Public Affairs Institute of Washington
High Point Enterprise Advertisements and Staff Listings
The page lists newspaper staff roles including president secretary treasurer and circulation manager. It notes Associated Press rights and typical subscription rates for 1 week 30 cents 6 months 7.80 and 12 months 15.00.
Jurors Reflect On Streeton Murder Verdict And Duty
The article discusses the Charles Gonzaga verdict and jurors’ duty in the Streeton case, noting the struggle over premeditation and insanity. It defends the jurors who chose life imprisonment rather than death, arguing the need for careful, prayerful decision beyond snap judgments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Gonzaga
Tre
Davis
Dhe
Streeton
Churchill vs Attlee on Britain's future course
The piece contrasts Winston Churchill and Prime Minister Attlee over Britain's path from socialism and dependence. It credits Churchill with calling for economic independence and warns that a socialist government risks freedom and self reliance, urging a return to the stance that built Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winston Churchill
England
Igland
Germany
United States
Attlee
Churchill
Labour Party
Unification Has Been a Failure to Date
The piece argues unification splits the army navy and air force, not unites them. It notes West Point trains for the army and the air force, questions the goal of independence vs closer ties, and says officials have not accepted or sold unification to the public or to the services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armed Services
Hoover
Defense
Louis Johnson
House of Representatives
Congress
Johnson
Associated Press
West Point
Air Force
Navy
Washington
Army
These Days by George Sokolsky on Britain’s dollar struggles
The author argues Britain cannot sell enough goods in dollar markets as exports are priced beyond buyers’ willingness. He cites bilateral trade barriers and US loans as avoiding true competitiveness, notes Marshall Plan aid and Britain's rapid use of funds, and warns mixed socialism with subsidies cannot work without control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Fe, T Weir
National Steel Corporation
England
Russia
Weir
New York on a Budget Aims for Fun and Frugality
A lively guide to visiting New York on a tight budget. It suggests cheap thrills like window shopping, street life, and free views, plus tips on timing meals, snagging theater tickets, concerts, and buses. It also warns about scams and suggests asking a cop if unsure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
A Night Out in New York With Family and Sophie Tucker
A Manhattan reporter recalls an evening tour from Hotel Astor through Greenwich Village and Wall Street to Bill Miller’s Riviera and El Morocco. The party, including Hazel and Sophie Tucker, enjoys dining, entertainment, and upscale nightlife, ending with reflections on what mattered most.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fancy Me
Manhattan
Big Burg
Hotel Astor
Broadway
Greenwich Village
Park Row
Ancient
City Hall
Trinity Church
Wall Street
Bowery
Chinatown
Brooklyn Bridge
Hitler
East Drive
Fulton Fish Market
Triborough Bridge
Yankee Stadium
Polé Grounds
George Washington Bridge
New Jersey
Bill Miller
Riviera
Bill
Sophie Tucker
Hazel
Chicago
Sophie
Gracious metropolitan display of hospitality noted
A reflective recount highlights a rare, welcoming reception after years of avoiding places lacking warmth, describing the experience as the most gracious and metropolitan yet observed.
King Edward VII Dinner Tale of Fragile Relics
A regal dinner tale recalls King Edward VII hosting a guest from Australia whose glassware shatters. The table was set with historic relics when the guest's cup breaks, causing a hush until the king notes the piece is fragile and easily broken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward VII
Victoria
Greezing
Australia
Notable Evening Shapes Views of Eli and Ray
A memorable evening left attendees describing the event as extraordinary. The speaker reflects on how such outings have become routine and surprising, noting it was an adventurous night that exceeded expectations.
Neighborhood Children in a Distant City
A columnist reflects on scarce contact with urban children in New York. He notes his own children live in California while those nearby in his building remain distant and wary, fearing strangers might steal bicycles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
California
Quotes on peace road and UN mediators
A collection of quoted remarks on peace efforts led by the UN with Dr. Ralph J. Bunche as Palestine mediator. It contrasts moral impulses and national progress with risks and temptations, and includes unrelated stray phrases about Hoover and crime references to Ruth Steinhagen and Eddie Waitkus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph J. Bunche
Palestine
Herbert Hoover
Tim
Ruth Steinhagen
Eddie Waitkus
Phillies
National Flag And Word Puzzle Items Across Clues
A compact list puzzle presents clues for a crossword style fill including National Flag, various word parts and references to Biblical and celestial terms. The grid hints at a broad set of definitions from colors to vessels and measures.
Britain and United States trade and tariff tensions
The piece argues the United States sustains Great Britain with vast tin can output and trade aid, warning that Britain’s cuts threaten reciprocal agreements. It claims Britain relies on U S subsidies while pushing for reduced U S purchases, framing it as socialist pressure on U S economics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Great Britain
Britain
Russia
United States
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Werk
High Point Enterprise
R. B. Terry
D. A. Rawley
Charles B. L
Robert L. Thompson Co
W. Patterson, JR
Mgr
Adv
George Sokolsky
U.S
Coney Island
Henry
Hackie
Fort Knox
Kentucky
Yould
Lewisohn Stadium
Dodgers
Empire State Building
Rockefeller Center
Radio City Music Hall
Staten Island
Garment District
Times Square
America
Ritzy
Park Avenue
Greta Garbo
Brooklyn
Canada
Soph
Hudson
Morocco
Sebra
Mr. Lait
el Morocco
Debonnair
Ray Dillman
St. Peter
Jean
Thithith
Lizzie
Reno
Eli
Ray
Seth
Moses
I Wes
Bohemia
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