Supreme Court Reform Proposals Stir Congress and Public
A heated debate over Supreme Court amendments surfaces in Congress as plans propose limiting presidential picks to three judges and creating temporary House appointments for vacancies. The discussion links to tenure and trust in the court, while local city improvements on Sheridan Road and 75th Street hinge on funding and public aid deadlines.
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Reed
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We Must Humanize Industry and Value the Individual
Eric Johnston at USC urged a humane approach to mass production and employment. He argued for a society that recognizes the worth of the individual, hires people as humans, and uses group action to strengthen democratic life without erasing personal dignity.
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Eric Johnston
University of Southern California
United Nations Organization
Group
Action
Mr. Johnston
Kenosha Could Gain Federal State Aid for Highway Upgrades
Federal and state funds are available for Kenosha to widen or pave Highways 41 and 50. The federal government offers 244 000 dollars and the state 170 000 dollars, with the city required to contribute 73 000 dollars. The city may select all or parts of the program, depending on its chosen scope.
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Kenosha
United States returns Corinto to Nicaragua after war base use
The U S hands Corinto on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast back to the Nicaraguan government. The action aims to quiet critics who warned of long U S occupation in the region and signals a shift toward local control. The note hints at wider moves in the East Indies and strong food production there.
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Corinto
Pacific Ocean
Nicaragua
Sam
Time Out for Repairs Bill Aims at Streamlining Congress
The Senate advances a reform bill reorganizing procedure, trimming committees, adding expert aides for appropriations, and registering lobbyists while proposing majority and minority policy committees to curb delays. It also raises salaries and offers a pension after long service, prompting cautious optimism for better government if the House agrees.
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Private planes evolve calls for affordable four seat model
Washington Column argues the aircraft industry neglects private flying while pushing big national air policy. It cites high costs poor safety perceptions and unsuitable designs of 1946 models and urges development of a four place, foldable wing plane under $2500 to spark private aviation. It notes current plans rely on government subsidies and military orders.
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Peter Edson
Kenosha Evening News
Washington Correspondent
Washington
NEA
Civil Aeronautics
T. P. Wright
Civil Aeronautics Administrator
Turning Back the Pages of History June 20 1921
Members of the Monday Evening Bridge club plan the season’s last gathering with a motor to Racine for dinner at Cafe Thomas. The group includes John Henley C E Randall W Daveler Frank Wolf Frank Isermann Wolt Marlatt and others. Bennie Dyer signs with Simmons ball club after a deal with Toledo.
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G I Service Q and A on Education and Loans
Veterans can enroll in any VA approved school including bona fide baseball schools with maintenance benefits. GI Bill loan privileges do not cover ventures outside the United States. Unemployment pay not affected by refusing strike related jobs. Premiums for National Service Life Insurance may be prepaid with a 3 percent discount.
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National Service
Dust Seeds Rain Through Tiny Moisture Drops
Dust particles provide surfaces for moisture to condense, forming droplets that become rain. This indicates dust's role in cloud formation and precipitation processes.
De Gaulle Could Return To Lead France Amid Crisis
DeWitt Mackenzie analyzes France's left right clash as General Charles De Gaulle reenters politics. He hints the former leader may seek the presidency in a fragile interim, urging balanced powers and a strong executive while the constituent assembly redraws the constitution.
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Charles de Gaulle
de Gaulle
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Biedault
General de Gaulle
Harold D. Smith quits budget bureau for tax-free bank post
Harold D. Smith, 49, former director of the budget bureau, resigns to become vice president of the International Bank of Reconstruction and Development with a tax-free $22,500 salary. President Truman notes the move highlights how private pay lures top government talent and cites proposed salary increases for government workers.
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Harold D. Smith
Congress
Smith
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International Bank of Reconstruction and Development
Truman
Landwasser Viaduct: Switzerland Curves Over Albula Pass
The Landwasser Viaduct in the Grisons canton is the greatest curving railway bridge, crossing Albula Pass with brick arches and six spans. It rises 213 feet above the gorge as trains traverse the famed sweeping curve, a landmark in cantons engineering history.
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Harrisbur
Switzerland
Landwasser
Albula Pass
Canton
Grisons
Hypnosis ban on Illinois man cited in domestic case
A resident of Illinois is restrained from hypnotizing his wife as part of a documented domestic dispute. The court action highlights concerns over coercive influence within marriage while reflecting a broader public discourse on control and consent.
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