Who Is Responsible for Prosperity and War
J. B argues during a reelection debate that neither Democrats nor Republicans can claim sole credit for prosperity or blame for dire times. He notes 9 million unemployed in 1939, wartime effects, postwar growth, population increase, and farm and industry contributions, warning against unsound policies that could lead to bankruptcy.
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Fair Deal
Truman
Stevenson
J. B
Hokum claims on Lewis wage victory and pre election deal
F C. argues John L Lewis orchestrated a pre election walkout end to boost his wage push. He contends a two way deal with the Truman administration credits the government while securing Lewis’s rise to back Stevenson and influence candidate seating before the election.
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John L. Lewis
Lewis
Roger L. Putnam
Truman
Putnam
Stevenson
Washington
F. C
Defeat of Cabot Lodge Predicted by Forecasters
Washington rumor mill buzzed as forecasters predict Cabot Lodge’s defeat in the coming election. Maj. Gen. H H Vaughan, once famed in uniforms, appeared in a shabby civilian suit, challenging perceptions of military prestige. Irving Perimeter, White House aide, reacted to the transformation.
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Cabot Lodge
Kennedy
Washington
White House
Irving Perimeter
H. H. Vaughan
Vaughan
Perimeter
Truman
Air Force Brass Clash Over Korea War Supply Claims
Washington reports that Gen. Lemuel C. Shepherd Jr disputed an Air Force critique of Marine Corps Korea era remarks. The exchange followed claims about bombing efficiency and enemy supply disruption, with reminders of World War II Italian supply routes and ongoing debates over strategic effectiveness.
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Washington
NEA
Lemuel C. Shepherd, Jr
Marine Corps
Korea
Air Force
Mainletter
Shepherd
U.S
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Commons
Oil clash echoed in Washington slogans and Iran note
Quotes from Governor Stevenson on Washington chaos and President Truman seeking the mess. Adman Margaret Chase Smith decries party splits while Hussein Makki of Iran’s nationalized oil industry calls for independence to exploit and export oil without interference.
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Stevenson
Washington
Truman
Margaret Chaseth
R. E
Hussein Makki
Iran
Tax laws hinder growth of small business and draft quality
A scholarly tax study argues federal tax structure keeps small companies small by taxing war profits and limiting expansion. It also notes Korea War draft rejections at 42 percent, up 6 percent from WWII, highlighting concerns about manpower quality and national policy impact.
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Congress
Korea
Sweater girl outshines smarty pants in Detroit review
Detroit audiences cheered Bette Davis in Two's Company as critics praised her ease and stage presence. The piece notes Hepburn and other stars drawing praise and critique, with Walter Kerr’s pointed verdict on Hepburn. It closes by hinting at more on the page.
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Motor City
Bette
Page
Santa
Shirley ‘Booth
Hepburn
Shirley
Katie
Oracle
Walter F. Kerr
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Kerr
Bea Lillie
Shirley Booth
Katie Hepburn
Colyum
Sinatra
Durante
Mrs. McThing
Helen Hayes
Variety
Turner
G’wan
These Days Obscure Marital Tiffs Make Headlines
A satirical column mocks public fixation on star spats such as Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner, Lana Turner, and others while citing large labor strikes and Cold War politics. It rails against media intrusion and tax concerns as voters approach elections and tax time.
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Frank Sinatra
Korea
United Nations
Ankie
Ava
Frankie
Lana Turner
War Stabilization Board
John Man
White House
John L. Lewis
Adlai Stevenson
Benjamin Franklin
Elec Eisenhower
Stevenson
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United Front
Eddie Robinson
American Legion Magazine
Lana
Vals
Sinatra
Douglas Fairbanks, Jr
Ava Gardner
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