Anglo-French alliance signals postwar power realignments
British Prime Minister Eden visits Paris as De Gaulle paves the path for a western bloc. Mackenzie argues the Paris talks aim to curb German threat, redraw spheres in eastern Europe, and reshuffle Mediterranean influence with Britain seeking to include western Europe. Smuts warned Russia could dominate the continent after a reshaped European order. De Gaulle’s Moscow trip and the rising role of French Communists mark a shifting balance in the wartime era.
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South Renews Fight on FEPC Bureau
Southerners in Congress renew a year long effort to block a permanent Fair Employment Practices Committee as hearings begin. Chairman Norton signals speedy passage amid Roosevelt and GOP backing, with opposition planning ongoing testimony and tactics.
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Washington
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Norton
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House Labor Committee
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Legisla
Baptists Propose Stricter Arkansas Marriage Laws
Arkansas Baptists at their annual convention in Little Rock approved two resolutions to tighten marriage laws. One calls for a three day waiting period before license issuance, the other recommends extending residence requirements from 90 days to one year.
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Arkansas State Baptist Convention
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Hot Springs
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Little Beck
Southern leaders clash over postwar roads and fair treatment
Southern lawmakers warn of a stalled agenda as discussions on postwar roads funding continue. Representative Abernethy vows a floor fight if blocked, while Senator Russell believes a session termination is possible. Mrs. Norton stresses fair job seeker treatment, and Rep. Bonner notes the dilemma of federal spending limits. The House eyes 506 million annually, the Senate 450 million, with Road Committee members awaiting next steps and FCC investigations prompting leadership reshuffles.
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Market Report from St Louis Livestock Yard
National Stockyards report shows hogs at 16,000 head with weights 270 lbs down. sow prices lower. bulk good and choice 180-270 lbs 14.00-14.10, top 14.10. Cattle and calves 4,500 and 2,500 receipts. prices mostly steady to strong with good steers 14.00, cows 12.00-12.00, slaughter steers 9.25-17.50, stocker and feeder steers 7.75-13.25. Sheep and lambs 2,100. lambs 14.00-14.50, bids around 14.00 balanced by small killoffs.
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Poultry and Produce Market Report Chicago Nov 16
Buter firm receipts total 212,561 with market unchanged. Eggs receipts 5,075 with current receipts weak and prices 39 to 42 cents. Poultry steady with receipts 31 trucks and 2 cars. fod prices unchanged.
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Buter
Byrnes Nominated Again by President for War Post
President Roosevelt formally nominates James F. Byrnes to be director of War Mobilization and Reconversion for a two year term. Byrnes will remain in office until Germany is defeated despite earlier plans to step down this week.
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Roosevelt Trip Shapes 1945 War Policy
The article notes a 1945 meeting place and the approval to acquire a privately owned Russellville hospital as President Roosevelt travels with Byrnes to discuss Europe policy. It highlights key figures and the strategic context of wartime leadership decisions.
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U S to Keep Farm Markets Overseas
The United States signals readiness to use aggressive measures to preserve overseas markets for its farmers. It will subsidize exporters to meet prices abroad and urges farmers to maintain large production of cotton and wheat and other products. The War Food Administration notes export subsidies and market-sharing efforts to sustain U S presence in global markets.
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President Nominates General for War Veterans Program
The president named Brig. Gen. Frank T. Hines for the retraining and reenployment administrator post in the war veterans program. The Veterans Administration already oversees the retraining and reenployment function under an executive order.
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Frank T. Hines
Webb Laseter Buys Jack's Newsstand
Webb Laseter, proprietor of the Hope Cigar store, announced the purchase of Jack's Newsstand from H. B. Barr. Laseter will continue operating the newsstand with newspaper and magazine agencies, domino games, and cigars and cigarettes, plus fine tobaccos when available.
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New Attempt to Aid War Labor Sparks Senate Revival
Senator Kilgore predicts an early Senate revival of federal aid for war workers who lose jobs. He confirms plans to revive portions of the Murray Kilgore bill, rejected months ago, as Congress considers wartime labor support options.
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Senator predicts Congress will be more liberal after election
In an interview Senator Revercomb of West Virginia questions a liberal shift, arguing election returns may not push Congress to reverse itself. He cites rejected federally funded vocational training for jobless workers, transportation costs for stranded war workers, and enhanced unemployment compensation with federal aid up to 35 dollars weekly.
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GI Joe Turns Down Trade With Eisenhower
Supreme Headquarters reports Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower near swapping overshoes for a GI's worn arc tics but ultimately rejects the deal. At the front, S-Sgt Harrell Van Ness records Ike pausing in mud and chatting with the reporter.
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Stars and Stripes
General Eisenhower Drop the Deal in Mud Tug of War
Ness and Eisenhower clash over a stalled mission in a muddy stand as Ike hops on one leg tugging a frozen zipper. Van Ness declares the deal off after Ike offers 500 francs on the line. The wartime moment ends with a compromised arrangement pending boots.
Madam Lee Palmist Opens City Office in 50 Year Career
First time in city, the seventh daughter of seven predicts notable talent. Madam Lee claims Double Veil birth and a radio mind with fifty years of experience. She offers readings daily 9 am to 9 30 pm including Sundays at Luck’s Tourist Court on Highway 67 West with welcoming service for all races.
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