America Must Remain Armed Until Security Is Assured
The president stresses continued U S military strength until collective security under the United Nations is real and effective. He warns against disarmament before as allies push for a real treaty and notes the United States must stay armed as the world seeks lasting peace.
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America
Truman
Ess
United States
United Nations
Bernard Baruch
U. N. Atomic Energy Commission
Maruch
Net
Sam
Russia
Britain
Uncle Sam
England
France
League of Nations
Hitler
Munich
Isarmaedky
Marshall Comments on China Conflict and Peace Prospects
General Marshall warned that peace in the Far East hinges on understanding the vast Chinese populace and the million-strong army, amid a tense clash between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party. He said Nationalists lean toward communism while Communists seek a Marxist government, with democratic aims unlikely to prevail.
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China
Marshall
Chinese Communist Party
Kuomintang
America
United States
Far East
Pacific
Woman in critical condition from housecoat fire near Sheridan
Mrs Catherine Puckett aged 19 was in critical condition in a Little Rock hospital after her housecoat caught fire at her home near Sheridan Hospital. Attendants held her progress today as firefighters investigated the blaze.
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Little Rock
Catherine Puckett
Sheridan Hospital
Little
Truman Signals No Tax Cuts While Seeking Wartime Excises
The president urged continuation of high wartime excises and indicated resistance to broad tax cuts. Options discussed in Congress include extending wartime rates, rolling back excises, or trimming select items while preserving major levies. Analysts warn of potential veto battles if cuts exceed presidential intent.
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Congress
Rep
O’toole
Truman
Peace on Capitol Hill Spares Partisanship For Now
In a restrained moment on the House floor, Rep. Bill Stevenson and Rep. Halleck praised Sam Rayburn and urged bipartisanship. Stevenson hinted at removing “power drunk bureaucrats” as Republicans and Democrats exchanged wary reflections before Speaker Martin urged adjournment. The hoped peace may not endure on Capitol Hill.
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Halleck
Sam Rayburn
Sam
Bill Stevenson
Ress
Martin
House
Stevenson
Capitol
Bilbo Praises Southern Democrats Rally Aid in Senate Fight
Senator Bilbo lauded John Overton and Allen Ellender of Louisiana for boosting his campaign rhetoric. He credited Hatch Eastland and Russell for support while noting Republicans would target Overton and Ellender. Bilbo boasted about leading the fight against Lynch law and poll tax while noting Republicans allowed him to keep salary.
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Ross Collins
Collins
Bilbo
John Overton
Allen Ellender
Louisiana
Southern Democratic Rally
Hatch
James O
Eastland
Mississippi
Overton
Richard Russell
Ellender
Senate
EEPC
Washington
War Correspondent to Speak at State Press Meeting
Tom Yarbrough AP war correspondent will be principal speaker at the Arkansas Press Association mid winter meeting dinner in Little Rock. He joined AP in 1935 and covered London during the German blitz before serving in the Pacific and Western Front campaigns.
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Little Rock
Tom Yarbrough
St. Louis
Associated Press
Arkansas Press
Sociation
Association
L. J. Miner
Yarbrough
Oklahoma City
London
Pacific
Honolulu
Pearl Harbor
Euro
Letters to the Editor policy and participation
Readers may submit signed letters addressing editorial policy or news coverage. Each letter must include a name and address, with publication of the name possibly withheld on request. The page invites public comment and participation in the newspaper’s discourse.
Editorial letter questions wartime defense staffing and merit
In a January 4 editorial response, Royce Weisenberger of Hope Arkansas argues against cutting government relief programs and urges using returning GIs to fill essential defense and public service roles. He cites bureaucratic expertise from federal bureaus and calls for national defense staffing that leverages GI experience.
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WAA
Little Rock
WPA
Hope
Southwest Pacific
Battle of the Bulge
Armed Services
Iwo Jima
Salerno
Siegfried Line
Joes
Royce Weisenberger
Hope, Ark
Democrats Pleased With Truman State of the Union Tone
Democrats welcomed President Truman's state of the union message as balanced and moderate, strengthening party unity for the new Republican Congress. Liberal and conservative wings praised or tempered the tone, while some called for more emphasis on progressive measures and higher wage standards.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
Pepper
D-Flo
Florida
Murray
D-Mont
Labor Committee
George
D-Ga
McClellan
D-Ark
Hoey
D-Nc
Miss Virginia O’Neal Addresses Hope High School
Miss Virginia O Neal senior at University of Arkansas College of Education spoke to the Hope High School student body on Monday morning January 6. The talk marked the statewide observance of the seventy fifth anniversary of the university at Fayetteville and covered the universitys achievements and facilities. Mr Whitten, the high school principal, introduced her.
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Virginia O'Neal
College of Education
Arkansas
Hope High School
State University
Fayetteville
O'Neal
Hope A
Whitten
Eight Million for Highway Is Approved
Little Rock officials report the session joint budget committee backed a supplemental appropriation for the State Highway Department totaling more than 2 million dollars for the six months ending June 30, 1947. The plan includes 7 million for roads and bridges and about 1 million for new equipment, plus 57 thousand for sewerage work at the Arkansas Tuberculosis Sanatorium Booneville.
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Little Rock
Prosession Joint Budget Committee
State Highway Department
J. C. Baker
Arkansas Tuberculosis Sanatorium
Booneville
A. M. & N. College
Pine Bluff
L. H. Autry
Burdette
Autry
Dick Wright
Dick Wright, Ariadelphia
Wright
Arkansas Safety Council
Magnolia A. & M. College
Huntsville Ocational
Clinton Vocational School
Governor Laney Seeks Revision to Stabilization Act
Governor Laney told the pre session budget committee he will ask the 1947 legislature to revise the 1945 revenue stabilization act to provide additional funds for government needs. He noted some funds could be used but required new legislation and aims to avoid new taxes. He praised liberal budget approvals for the State Hospital and state sanatorium and suggested trimming Apiary Board funding.
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Little Rock
Laney
Joint
Apiary Board
Raene
Canada Enacts Citizenship Law Expanding Commonwealth Ties
The article notes Canada’s act of Parliament granting citizenship to two area members, joining Australia and South Africa in similar laws. It discusses potential for India’s domestic resolve and Churchill’s view on empire liquidation, while praising Canada for strengthening North American unity and shared ideals.
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Canada
Australia
India
Winston Churchill
Mr. Churchill
North Amer
Mechanical cow confuses official in North Dakota
War Assets Administration head W J Harrington in Fargo learns that a mechanical cow refers to a milk homogenizer used to inter mix dairy fluids. The term shocks him as he once sold cars in Wisconsin and had not heard of such equipment.
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Fargo
N. D
W. J Harrington
War Assets Administration
North Dakota
Harrington
Wisconsin
Truman Urges慎 Careful Labor Policy in Congress
President Truman outlined a cautious approach to labor disputes before Congress. He urged swift action on minor problems but cautioned against rushing major changes, proposing a 20 member commission to study nationwide strikes and endorsing binding arbitration only where both sides agree. He emphasized preserving workers right to strike and employers’ freedom to shut down when no contract is in place.
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Truman
Congress
Barseinine
Ruman
Mr. Truman
Conress
Hollywood
Labor Department
Jones
Smith
Bank Head Says Low Mood Takes Unnecessary
Little Rock Jan 7 President Thomas W Leggett head of the National Association of State Banking Supervisors says many talk out of turn about an early low mood. He asserts conditions are strong with years of prosperity ahead and deposits likely to level off though stay high. Leggett notes Arkansas has abundant capital to attract new industries.
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Little Rock
Thomas W. Leggett
National Association of State Banking Supervisors
Leggett
America
Arkansas
ICC Asked to Set Back Rail Line Hearings
Little Rock Arkansas January 7 The Interstate Commerce Commission faces a request from Arkansas Attorney General Guy Williams to postpone hearings on the abandonment of the Missouri and Arkansas railroad. Williams cites the absence of traffic expert Jack Murray and asks to move the date to February 24 and permit Arkansas to examine the railroad’s books amid the strike.
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Little Rock
Interstate Commerce Commission
Washington, D. C
Arkansas
Guy E. Wiliams
Missouri and Arkansas
Williams
Jack Murray
Greater Little Rock Chamber of Commerce
Washington
I-C-C
Ike Murray
State of Arkansas
Poultry and Produce Prices Reported in Chicago
Chicago newswire reports on January 7 show poultry trucks at 24 loads with steady demand. hen turkeys 34 to 37 cents, cheese and butter prices listed, eggs at 39 to 44 cents for various grades. Market notes include dairy product price ranges and current receipts.
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Chicago
Protectors for blankets ease laundering and cleanliness
Mary Dixon, Hempstead County home demonstration agent, advises making protectors to keep blankets clean and reduce washing. A protector uses 24 to 30 inch wide washable fabric, length equal to blanket width plus hems, and a 72 inch blanket needs about 73 inches of material. The protector slips over the end with a 72 by 10 to 14 inch shallow sack sewn in place, secured by large or medium stitches, and optional buttons or snaps to avoid re sewing after washing.
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Mary Dixon
Hempstead
Presbyterian Fellowship Club Meets January 8
The Presbyterian Church Fellowship Suppers resume Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the church. Families should bring covered dishes and desserts to share. Guest speaker will be Dr. John D. Spragins president of Arkansas College Batesville Arkansas, a local notable.
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Presbyterian Church Fellowship
John D. Spragins
Arkansas College
Batesville
Arkansas
St Louis livestock market tightens as hogs and cattle rise
At National Stockyards Illinois, hogs sold active with gains up to 25 cents over Monday. 170 lb stock strongest, top at 22 1/4. Cattle and calves opened higher with good to low choice steers 23.00 to 27.00, vealers 32.00 top, cows 15.75 to 16.50, bulls 13.50 to 16.50. sheep market not fully established with wool lambs up to 24.00.
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ST. Louis
New York Cotton Prices Slide on Market Uncertainty
The New York cotton futures market fell in late trading as traders cite uncertainty over textile sales and possible shifts in farm legislation. Private surveys suggest lower 1947 crop acreage than USDA estimates, yet traders ignore the data. Prices for March, May and July futures declined sharply from the prior close.
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New York
Commission House
New Orleans
Hedgu
Department of Agriculture
Jly
Tax Turnback Totals for Arkansas Cities and Counties
Arkansas cities and counties receive tax refunds totaling 89 159 in sales tax turnbacks for the quarter ending December 31. Cities listed include Blytheville Camden El Dorado Fort Smith Helena Hot Springs Little Rock North Little Rock Texarkana and others with amounts ranging from about 1 304 to 14 148. Ad valorem refunds total 65 802 to counties for 1946 buses and trucks with Hempstead Mississippi Pulaski Union counties among those noted.
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Little Rock
Arkansas
Blytheville
Camden
el Dorado
Fort Smith
Helena
Hot Springs
North Little Rock
Texarkana
J. Vance Clayton
Hempstead
Mississipi
Pulaski County
Union County
Dover, Cave City War Vet Dies In Auto Crash
Junior Rip Dover 25 a Cave City veteran died in a hospital here from injuries after a car overturned north of Bald Knob last night. Dwight Leonard of Cave City and Jack Guenzel of Batesville were injured on the trip to Searcy with Dover Leonard possibly seriously hurt.
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Dover
Cave City
Here
Dwight Leonard
Jack Guenzel
Batesville
Searcy
Leonard
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