War Plants Prioritized in Federal Hiring Push
Sterling F. Green reports Washington today outlines a national manpower program with war plants given top hiring priority at 1,800 federal state employment offices. The plan aims to expand the labor force by up to 5.6 million to support nine months’ needs and broader defense goals, while reserving skilled workers for war production and advising on deferments to minimize industrial disruption.
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Washington
Truman
Robert C. Goodwin
Wayne University
Detroit
Labor Department
Goodwin
Government Index Tracks Rising Cost of Living
The living cost index grows as government data show monthly price increases. Officials note the index is released about 20 days after each month, with August figures due around September 20.
Oh What A Sight Is Our Harry T
President Truman wowed 1 908 postal supervisors at a Washington banquet by appearing unannounced and joking that weather kept them from seeing him. He again attacked critics who throw bricks at government workers and said he has trouble finding people willing to endure rough treatment in key positions.
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Washington
Truman
National Association of Postal Supervisors
Statler Hotel
Verdicts linger in railroad tragedy inquiry
The joint inquiry by the ICC railroad Ohio Public Utility Commission and the army examined speed judgments and signals before the crash that killed 33 from Wilkes-Barre. Army and ICC officials pledged action if laws were violated as a troop train accident unfolded near Mingo Junction and Whitaker.
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George W. Haley
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West Lafayette
Ind
Coshocton
Camp Atterbury
Wilkes-Barre
Eller
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Whitaker
28Th Division
Battle Front Updates From Korea In Taegu And Yongchon
Front line reports describe the Yongchon area where 62 prisoners say 2,000 man Red unit now has likely under 300 survivors. Hill fighting continues near Taegu as the First Cavalry division squares off for control of key positions while MacArthur's staff notes some hills were briefly regained. The 25th division keeps clearing rear infiltrators in the Haman Masan sector as several Red battalions linger behind lines.
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Yongchon
Taegu
U. S. First Cavalry Division
MacArthur
Jack MacBeth
U. S
Haman- Masan
Farm youth toil on Wisconsin dairy farm during summer
Harold Kaupmann reports on two teenage workers, George Gundy of New York and Donald Wheatley of Massachusetts, among a group of students employed at Vern Farms in Waukesha County. They work 11 hours daily, share meals with 60 others, and observe modern farm methods including tractors and bale loaders at Wisconsin’s largest family dairy operation.
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Milwaukee
Wis
George Gundy
Mamaroneck
Donald Wheatley
Larchmont
N. Y
Ksds
Wern Farms
Waukesha County
Wisconsin
Cuester
Homer Williams
Gastie
Dasa
Ettbeaety
George
Don
Vern Farms
Three Passengers Hurt as Bus Rammed Truck in Lexington
A Virginia Trailways bus bound for Asheville rear ended a parked truck near Lexington, injuring three of its 23 passengers who were hospitalized for examinations. Driver Ben T. Jay, 27, of Charlotte, remained trapped for 45 minutes until freed by an acetylene torch. The truck driver P. G. Shifflette, 30, of Baltimore, was uninjured.
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Virginia Trailways
Ben T. Jay
Charlotte
Asheville
Burlington
P. G. Shifflette
Baltimore
Jay
Lexington Memorial Hospital
Red Push Toward Pusan Amid Supply Port Link
Sept 1 marked a pivotal phase as Allied forces push toward Pusan with Masan’s 35 mile east port area as a crucial supply link. The move signals intensified operations to secure logistics for frontline actions.
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Pusan
Masan
Analysis of Korea War Prospects and Moscow's Role
The speaker warns the Korea conflict could extend with massive Chinese and Manchurian reinforcements if Moscow allows, potentially prolonging fighting to strain Allied economies. He notes a cautious view, predicting further fierce combat while hoping Moscow avoids a new world war, and stresses dependence on outside support and Soviet decisions.
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MacArthur
Moscow
Russia
America
Korea
Brahman code condemns betrayal with no forgiveness
A Brahman code declares there can be no forgiveness for betraying a friend, emphasizing stern moral duty and loyalty within its traditional framework. The statement reflects a cultural stance on trust and social harmony.
Pope Pius urges tobacco men on health and ethics
At Castel Gandolfo on September 14 Pope Pius addressed delegates at Europe’s Tobacco Congress in Rome. He noted the church’s interest in tobacco affairs and urged reducing abuses while balancing health, economics, and social duty. Two hundred delegates from 24 countries attended.
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Italy
Pius
Europe
Rome
International Tobacco Center
United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization
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