Sales Tax Debate and Asheville Liquor Matters
The piece credits Charles M. Johnson for bluntly supporting the sales tax as a permanent revenue source. It notes the tax began in the 1930s as an emergency measure and argues politicians rarely discuss it. It also criticizes liquor hypocrisy in Asheville, citing Grove Park Inn and local enforcement amid governors’ visits and bootlegging concerns.
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Asheville
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South Carolina
Hypocrisy in Asheville liquor vote and hotel arrest
In Asheville’s largest election, residents approved legal liquor sales through ABC stores. The Grove Park Inn manager was fined 1000 dollars for illegal liquor sale to hotel guests, highlighting long standing open sale in dry territory and tourist demand.
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Asheville
ABC
Grove Park Inn
North Carolina
De Gaulle Bloc Says U S Not Interfering In France
The text argues General DeGaulle's anti Communist bloc vindicates U S non interference in French politics. It claims Washington would have offered no better alternative than DeGaulle and notes many here dislike him, concluding the U S stayed focused on its own affairs.
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Russia
France
Washington
DeGaulle
Not a Theory in China’s Politics and Policy
The piece argues Chiang Kai-shek banned the liberal Democratic League citing anti government propagandizing and protecting Communist spies. It frames his battle as against a condition, notes democracies valued theory for Russia’s aid, and questions whether self help aligns with divine aid.
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Chiang Kai-shek
Liberal Democratic League
Russia
Japan
Tick proof cattle promise from South Texas breeders
Two south Texas cattlemen plan a tick proof breed of cattle. The story leaves unclear if ticks cannot live on their hides or if bites do not hurt. The authors hope the Turners and Thomas will next target a mosquito proof breed of humans and retroactive improvement.
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South Texas
Turner
Thomas
Paul
Capitol Square By Lynn Nisbet Capitol Square
Senator William B. Umstead is expected to seek another US Senate term after his December appointment by Governor Gregg Cherry. Former Governor J. M. Broughton filed the candidacy fee, becoming the first official candidate for the seat. News and radio notices remain unofficial until filing is complete.
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Senate
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March of Progress
Governor race chaos as several candidates file for statewide posts
North Carolina filings show J D B Sherrill Dan Tompkins James B Vogler and Broughton among first statewide entrants for 1949 races with Umstead still a contender. Observers expect contests across most offices though attorney general may stay quiet. Broughton highlights dual short and long term filings to gain seniority and influence.
Partisan activity in Raleigh fuels GOP hopes statewide
Reports from Raleigh describe extraordinary Republican activity in close counties as they seek national committee help to win the presidency and keep control of Congress. Democratic leaders express worry as one unnamed observer notes Democrats may not return to power in tight counties until broad economic and social conditions improve.
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Congress
County jobs lure scarce workers amid wage gaps
Manpower notes difficulty attracting competent county workers at 175 to 250 dollars monthly. He cites more Democrats than Republicans, with voters hoping for jobs if wages rise to around 200 dollars. Public payrolls offer stability when private pay lags.
Journey's End Reflections On Life Hope And Suicide
Casual essay discusses suffering from illness and the urge to end life, citing TB and others. It recalls John Winant's death by suicide and Robert Louis Stevenson’s battles with health, urging perseverance and faith in courage and duty.
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Southern Pacific
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Samoa
the Celestial Surgeon
Winchell In New York Gossip and Hollywood Chatter
New York society notes mix with Hollywood rumors as Beatrice Wana maker and James King wedding plans surface. Mentions include Bette Hurja, Olga Condon marriage, Rube Goldberg family, and various showbiz and political quips with names like Larry Crosby and Molotov.
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London
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Fireside Inn
Cugat
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Reno
Rube Goldberg
Hollywood
Bruce Cabot
el Morocco
Penny Davidson
Casino Nationale
Virginia
Shaw and the Realism Debate in Modern Drama
A critique of George Bernard Shaw’s Man and Superman argues modern playwrights misuse realism and language. The piece praises Shaw’s mastery of conventional form while highlighting his provocative ideas and restraint from vulgarity.
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Shaw
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Jane
Confucius Demosthenes Say In Hollywood
A quirky line places Confucius and Demosthenes in Hollywood satire about politics and social rituals. The remark disputes socialist alternatives to traditional cocktail gatherings in the entertainment hub.
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Confucius Demosthenes
Hollywod
Communist Party
West Virginia congressman shown amid horizon of senate
A West Virginia congressman is pictured amid political lines in the horizon of national issues. The image accompanies a brief discussion of current legislative debates and regional representation.
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West Virginia
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