Governor Kerr Scott Hints at Sales Tax Changes in Revenue Push
A Greensboro Daily News report notes Governor Scott hints at eliminating sales tax exemptions to fund new state expenditures. He muses about taxing farm machinery groceries laundry services and autos, signaling trial balloons to gauge public reaction and hedging against open endorsement. The piece argues his farm and labor voter appeal explains the shifting stance.
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Arthur Johnson
Greensboro Daily News
Raleigh
Kerr Scott
Scott
Johnson
Television and political campaigning grow in 1950
The piece notes television's rise in politics in 1950 with an 18 hour New York campaign TV finale by Dewey and comments on candidates’ TV prep. It highlights TV as demanding and attention grabbing, with one official quipping that people will watch anything on TV.
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New York
Dewey
Fort Knox
Keeping China Limited Could Help Europe in Cold War
The piece argues that avoiding all-out war with China is vital to prevent Soviet advantage in Europe. It notes Russia’s strategy in Germany and Yugoslavia, the risk of China entering Korea, and the need to keep Chinese participation restrained to keep reserve strength for Europe if Mao Tse-tung escalates.
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United States
Korea
Indo-China
Malaya
Europe
Germany
Yugoslavia
Tito
Bulgaria
Romania
Hungary
Albania
Free Nations
Mao Tse-tung
Fdr
UMT Move Shapes National Military Training Study
President Gordon Gray leads a committee to study universal military training effects on colleges and universities. The UNC Daily Tar Heel argues that a planned training program is essential for national strength and leadership in defense.
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Gordon Gray
Gray
Congress
America
UNC Daily
Mad House Hat Row Sparks International Incident
A humorous piece describes a staged hat controversy involving Perle Mesta and guests including Margaret Truman. It notes an awkward exchange with Mme Henri Bonnet and hints at diplomatic tensions while shifting to lighter items like stamps and National Cat Week. It then relays forest safety tips from Chief Forester Lyle Watts on how to stay found if lost.
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Washington
France
Howey
Betty E Emerg
Perle Mesta
Mme Ambassadress
Margaret Truman
United Nations
American Feline Society
Lyle F. Watts
Truman's Age as Election Factor in 1952 Race
Washington commentary weighs President Truman now age 66 and potential 1952 run. It notes past presidents reaching 72 after leaving office, questions burden of long service, and the political need for fresh leadership beyond a two-term veteran. Mrs. Truman reportedly favors retirement.
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Washington
NEA
Harry S. Truman
Truman
William Henry Harrison
U. S
White House
Herbert Hoover
William Howard Taft
Hoover
Taft
James Buchanan
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry Truman
John Adams
Republic
Democratic Party
Key West
Calvin Cool
Glowing praise and global aid quotes from leaders
The collection features remarks from Syng Man Rhee of Korea and Charles Brannan on victory and food aid, Benjamin A. Bagir criticizing industrial jitters, and Eisenhower urging informed citizens to sustain democracy. Rhee thanks Americans for aid in a difficult time.
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Chicago
Benjamin A. Bagir
Korea
Charles Brannan
The Secret Service two major jobs through the ages
The article traces the Secret Service origin in 1865 to fight counterfeiting, then explains its later shift to presidential protection after McKinley’s 1901 assassination. It notes risks, bold actions, and notable cases, including the 1915 Viereck–Albert incident and broader intelligence history.
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Lincoln
McKinley
Buffalo
Religion and Psychiatry in Daily Life Reflections
Radio schedules offer religious programs from Episcopal and Jewish and Catholic sources plus lectures linking psychiatry and faith. The piece argues religion combines faith and works and can lift pleasures, with Dr. Peale’s insights on handling nervous distress through spiritual presence. A quip ends with a humorous gatekeeping tale about a Wall Street broker.
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America
Ralph W. Lockman
Christ Methodist Church
New York
Norman Vincent Peale
Marble Collegiate Church
Guiding Light
Nolan D. C. Lewis
John Calvin McNair
University of North Carolina
Peale
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C. W. Patterson, JR
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Forester Watts
Peter Edson
Mr. Truman
Syngpye Rhee
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Syngman Rhee
Secret Service
Walter Winchell
Tie
Ican
Intellience
Bret
Eesas
George Sylvester Viereck
Heinrich S. Albert
Frank Burke
Woodrow Wilson
Gereman
Wright Aeronautical Corp
Bridgeport
New York World
Mee Adoo
Great Britain
Waterloo
Napoleon
Fiorello LaGuardianne
Lansing
W. A. Bivins
God
Dr. Peale
Jesus Christ
Eon Ohana
Paul
Lewis
Father Divine
Pearly Gates
St. Peter
Wall Street
Broadway
Gabriel
Brooklyn Bridge
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