Editorial condemns defying draft by Randolph and Reynolds
The piece denounces A. Philip Randolph and Grant Reynolds for urging civil disobedience against the draft and racial integration in the armed forces. It warns such leadership would betray progress for Black Americans, labeling the plan treason and urging readers to reject it.
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America
A. Philip Randolph
Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters
Grant Reynolds
Randolph
Grant
Reynolds
Armed Services
Why Did J Vivian Truman Get Fed Housing Post
The piece questions the appointment of J Vivian Truman, brother of the president, as director of the federal housing administration for western Missouri. It criticizes nepotism and notes the salary of about 7100 dollars yearly, arguing the decision could have political implications and suggesting better roles for a brother.
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United States
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Missouri
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Federal Housing Administration
Western
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Congress
St. Louis
Chandler
Hannegan
Labor letter hints at factional alignments in NC politics
A Raleigh April 27 mimeographed ULPC letter urged labor to back Mayne Albright for governor Dan Tompkins for lieutenant governor Thad Eure for secretary of state J B Vogler for state treasurer and Forrest Shuford for commissioner of labor The piece notes silence on US Senate and hints some see the letter as advisory while others view it as a union obligation It suggests Albright gains most from the push but may not win a second primary
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United Labor Political Committee
Mayne Albright
Dan Tompkins
Thad Eure
J. B. Vogler
Forrest Shuford
United States Senate
Office of State Auditor
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J. M. Broughton
Senate
Umstead
Broughton
L. Ben Prince
Hendersonville
State Highway Commission
Capitol Square
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O. C. Lee
Albright
Johnson Leads in Cape Hatteras Gubernatorial Polls
Analysis shows Johnson likely to win the first primary if his lead exceeds 50 000 votes with a 500 000 total vote, else a runoff is probable. Cap Hatteras REA to extend electric lines by mid June while maintenance costs for paved roads run 800 to 900 dollars per mile annually.
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Cape Hatteras Rea
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Buxton
Avon
Rodanthe
State Highway and Public Works Commission
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Board of County Commissioners
John Clark
Nosey voters fund campaign gadget in Nevada scheme
A Nevada senator George W Malone uses a public display of an elephant shaped device asking visitors to drop a quarter in the trunk and press its tail to fund his re election. The gag sparks jokes about nosey public and campaign finance.
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Washington
George W. Malone
Nevada
Morse Builds First Telegraph From Frame
Samuel F B Morse fashioned his inaugural telegraph instrument using an old picture frame. Arizona houses eight national forests totaling 11 400 859 acres.
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Samuel F. B. Morse
Arizona
Mental Illness and Tragedy in 19th Century Reflections
The writing recalls Mary Lambs struggles with mental illness and a fatal act, then shifts to UK hospital reforms and a modern American survivor tale. It includes Myths of care, a Cavaliers memory, and a warning about youth, marriage, and regret through personal recollections.
Edgar Ha honored by Altrusans for YMCA leadership
Edgar Ha executive secretary of the local Y M C A receives Altrusans praise for his service. He joins in paying tribute to Mrs Hartley a representative American mother who blends southern and western heritage with vigorous character. Both Ha and his wife exemplify the YMCA and YWCA goal of life, mind, and spirit in fitness.
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Edgar Ha
Y.M.C.A
Altrusans
Hartley
New England
Rockies
Edgar
Y.W.C.A
Deserted by husband and returning apologies shape welfare case
A welfare case in a small town handles an applicant requesting aid for herself and 13 children. The case worker is perplexed by the claim that eight children are under ten years old since the husband deserted ten years ago. The applicant explains that he returns to apologize, clarifying the timing of the children.
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George Macdonald
Piedmont
Nia
Reader's Digest
Will Read Tomorrow Clarifies Uncle's Sensibility
In the exchange a reply notes uncertainty about the uncle's behavior until his will is read tomorrow. The dialogue hints at potential changes in attitudes or claims arising from estate matters.
Longevity, labor, and the value of experience in America
George Sokolsky argues longevity strains finances as 65 plus workers face rising taxes and scarce jobs. He cites studies showing older workers’ productivity and loyalty, critiques youth zeal and shifting security policies, and praises James Forrestal for restraint in wartime spending.
Winchell In New York Notes On Plays And Public Life
A collage of reflections on Broadway, critics, and public figures. Mentions Barrymore and Beatrice Lillie, Omar Bradley, Churchill, and Taft while sketching press culture, gossip, and the era’s theatrical climate.
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John Barrymore
Hartford
Angel
Barrymore
Jack
Beatrice Lillie
Columr
Queen Mary
England
Naval Leader and Support Group Visualized
A historical portrait shows a U S naval officer labeled horizontally with identifiers 1 8 and 2 across the image, alongside a rear admiral and a support group. The page includes a list of clues for a crossword style puzzle featuring terms from military, geography and common nouns.
Quotes on Stalin and American dollars in wartime policy
Senator Byrd warns Stalin fears U S military spend. Henry Wallace questions farm resilience in a crash. Senator Wiley urges businessmen to actively defend non inimical representatives and chorus of vigilance in governance.
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Stalin
Harry F. Byrd
Virginia
Henry A. Wallace
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