Truman veto halts base public school bill over segregation
The president vetoed a bill authorizing construction and operation of public schools at military bases and defense sites, citing it would permit segregated schools in states with segregation. The editors argue education should proceed while the Supreme Court rules on equal but separate facilities. They note the bill would not extend segregation to new areas and advocate building needed schools now.
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Truman
Eeere Dis Waullie
New York
Ae Gardner
Ters
Grable
Christy
Sy Tzi Mor
Key West
McGraw-Hill Pit Company
Food Engi- Machinist
Chemical Iedieetee
Chemical Week
Germany
Sapere
What Are We Waiting For Atomic Weapon Use Urged
A Washington and Las Vegas linked discussion claims the United States now has an atomic bomb capable of wiping out a division. The piece questions delaying use in Korea and warns Russia may rapidly surpass us, urging decisive action rather than renewed peace talks.
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Washington
Las Vegas
Korea
Russia
High Point Eyes Strict Bed Smoking Law Enforcement
The piece argues for firm enforcement of a bed smoking ban while noting practical limits. It questions how to deter the 99 percent who do not start fires and suggests firefighters may need witnesses, like a peeping Tom, to support enforcement. It calls for action but doubts widespread compliance.
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High Point
United States of Europe Gains Momentum Amid Plans
The article describes Belgium France and Italy preparing proposals for political integration and a broader federation. It notes Schuman plan for coal and steel and Pleven plan for an integrated army, with a European parliament to oversee both. Churchill's return strengthens hopes Britain will back federation and unite Europe politically economically and culturally for shared benefits.
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Europe
Belgium
France
Italy
Atlantic
Council of Europe
Council
Schuman
Pleven
Wington Churchill
Labor Party
Britain
Churchill
United States
Greasing the Way for Expediter Vaughan
Maj Gen Harry Vaughan clarifies his role as a speedier helper who cuts red tape and secures hearings for others. He insists the White House setting is incidental to his task and aims to be remembered as the Great Expediter. His rising ambition could affect President’s tenure if his influence grows too large.
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Harry Vaughan
White House
Vaughan
General Vaughan
Mrs. Johnson
Utica
Truman
The Pen Trick at the White House Targets Mrs Johnson
A satirical piece recounts aUtica resident Mrs Johnson receiving a supposedly historic pen from General Vaughan at the White House. It alleges the pen gift was part of a recurring scheme to peddle keepsakes tied to presidential acts and tax bills.
Fifth Amendment Debate on Communists and Conspiracy
The piece argues the Fifth Amendment should not shield wrongdoing by Communists or tax-seeking thieves, stressing a moral duty to resist subversive agents. It asserts conspiracies may be revealed by congressional inquiry and warns immunity claims can imply guilt, risking careers and public trust.
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Henry Steele Commager
Columbia University
United States
Congressional
Political clash over religion and power across nations
Figures including Clement Attlee and Ramon Beteta discuss foreign policy and religion. The dialogue notes a persistence of hate, and mentions Jesse Owens and tax evasion as legal tools against criminals amid geopolitical tension.
Broadway and Stage Talk Blink of a Dull Day in New York
New York theater and film notes survey the season with mixed praise for Phil Silvers in Top Banana and Oliviers two Cleopatra plays. Mady Christians mourned. Maurice Evans’ Hamlet praised. Gina Lollobrigida and Ginger Rogers get nods, while public chatter spots Truman’s concert request and a wartime hoax involving the New York Post.
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Dick Watts
Phil Silvers
Ieee Saat
Nana
Broadway
Oliviers
Jane
Janie
Mady Christians
Maurice Evans
Ae Pell
Conan
Red Aircraft Materials and Global Trade Briefs
A collection of notes covers Red tactical aircraft estimates in Europe ranging from 8 000 to 18 000, shipbuilding cuts from steel shortages, Mexico replacing Iran in oil output with 17 billion barrels reserves, chlorine output from the Philippines, and sulfa chemistry stories including a German student’s forgotten compound later used in medicine.
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Europe
Air
Russia
Mexico
Iran
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