Questioning five percent inquiry unveils mounting losses
The five per cent inquiry exposes testimony suggesting the public would lose. Maragon appears innocent except one answer. Feldman denies misuse of office yet his claim strains credulity on knowledge of Hunt and the five percent scheme. He defended confidential provision of expenditure data for 1948 to Hunt.
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Maragon
Vaughan
White House
Feldman
Army Quartermaster Corps
Hunt
Quartermaster Corps
Lord Pleads with Israel Amid Controversy
Ancient verse from Micah 6 2 frames a divine contest with Israel highlighting a moral reckoning among the people. The text calls mountains and foundations to witness a heavenly accusation and judicial stance against wrongdoing.
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Israel
Free Medical Care in England Ends Myth of No-Cost Aid
The article discusses Britain’s cradle to grave health system and the rising costs it creates. It notes public demand for free treatment and warns that government strain may lead to charges or cuts, linking free care to higher taxes and industrial costs. It cites austerity measures and Cripps's budget plans as signs the “free” service may come with a price.
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England
Stafford Cripps
Britain
English Channel swims spark new challenger to Dover
The piece notes QWIMMERS bent on conquering the Channel have been common this summer. Philip Mickman swam about 21 miles with 40 zigzags to reach Dover shore setting a path for Shirley May France to follow. A chemist says he perfected a meatless sandwich, pursued by a drugstore girl seeking the same goal.
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English Channel
Philip Mickman
Dover
Shirley May
France
Mickman
Butterworth Faces Senate Fight Over China Policy
The Butterworth nomination for assistant secretary of state for Far Eastern affairs remains unconfirmed as Republicans attack his China record. The article traces Butterworth’s career from Spain and Portugal to Chungking, his role under Marshall, and the debate over whether he embodies the administration’s stance toward China.
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Washington
Butterworth
Sen
Styles Bridges
New Hampshire
China
Truman
Dean Acheson
George Marshall
Albert Wedemeyer
Chiang Kai-shek
Walton Butterworth
Arthur Vandenberg
Michigan
Foreign Relations Committee
Vandenberg
State Department
Spain
U. S
Franco
Far East
Jesse Jones
Department of Commerce
Treasury
Stabilization Fund
General Marshall
Leighton Stuart
Chiang
Marshall
John Carter Vincent
Hoover battle not yet won in Hoover report urged
The Hoover reorganization plan faces continued scrutiny as Congress and citizens push for deeper action. McClellan cites 31 agency replies urging economy yet demanding more functions and higher salaries. Citizens groups warn against complacency and stress ongoing reforms and oversight.
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Lincoln
Neb
Congress
Chicago News
McClellan
Senate Expenditures Committee
John Q
Citizens Committee
Hoover
Praise for the Daily Iowan Des Moines Register
The Daily Iowan student newspaper produced a special 48 page edition detailing S U S and Iowa City life for new students. The paper is primarily student produced with independence from faculty control and has earned top honors from the National Advertising Service for overall excellence among numerous papers.
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DES Moines Register
State University
Daily Iowan
Iowa City
National Advertising Service
Brannan Declares Illinois Corn Aheadache Then Colorful View
Secretary of Agriculture Brannan visited Illinois and praised the tall corn saying the crop is new wealth that did not exist before. He warned that a crop failure would be a negative alternative, stressing national welfare from the harvest.
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Chicago
Quotations on Faith and Courage From Boxing Greats
Father Benjamin Nunez of VU voices Christian self preservation and divine guidance against invaders while urging arms. Ezzard Charles, challenger to Joe Louis, says he does not want to KO Louis despite respect for his status.
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Benjamin Nunez
VU. S
Bar
Joe) Louis
Joe
Ezzard Charles
Wisconsin GOP uneasy over Gabrielson as national chair
Wisconsin Republicans express cool reception toward Gabrielson's election to head the Republican National Committee. They cite a narrow win, regional mismatch, perceived Wall Street ties, and doubts about unity and influence in state politics. Local Democrats rely more on national HQ for strategic support.
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Madison
Wis
Republican National Committee
Wisconsin
Gabrielson
Scott
Philadelphia
Yvonne Towne
Waukesha
Cyrus L. Philipp
Milwaukee
National Committee
Wall
National Party
GOP
Congress
Senate
Congressional
Sen
Wiley
Republican Senate Campaign Committee
Badger
Victor A. Johnston
Johnston
Owen Brewster
Maine
Democratic National Committee
California
Richard J. Welch
San Francisco
Earl Warren
Welch
Hiram Johnson
Warren
Helen Gahagan Douglas
Sheridan Downey
The
Bell Syndicate, Inc
Sawyer Reports Public Faith in Economy Despite Unemployment
Secretary of commerce Charles Sawyer and aides toured the nation to gauge business, labor, and public views on the economy. They found broad faith in the economy but noted unemployment concerns, especially in New England, with calls for tax cuts unlikely this year.
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Washington
Charles Sawyer
Commerce
Truman
John R. Steelman
Sawyer
Steelman
Congress
New England
Michigan
Ohio
United States
Truman Faces Battle Over Ilgenfritz Appoinment To Key Post
The fight over Carl Ilgenfritz U S Steel vice president and potential chairman of the army navy munitions board mirrors the wallgren controversy plus new elements. Critics oppose confirming a defense post while he draws a private salary and remains tied to steel interests. supporters cite Johnson Tydings and Gurney backing.
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Washington
Truman
Senate
Carl Ilgenfritz
U. S. Steel Corporation
Army-Navy Munitions Board
Ilgenfritz
Mon Wallgren
National Security Resources Board
U. S
Drew Pearson
Pearson
James van Zandt
Pennsylvania
Glenn L. Martin
Glenn L. Martin Co
Cedric R. Worth
the Navy
Defense
Louis Johnson
Millard Tydings
Armed Services Committee
Chan Gurney
N. D
Johnson
Harry Byrd
Lyndon Johnson
Tex
Hinshaw to Leave for Omaha New Rail Role
Harry E. Hinshaw assistant superintendent for the La Crosse division of the Burlington rail road will depart for Omaha Nebraska to assume duties as assistant to the general manager. He starts his new job September 1.
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Harry E. Hinshaw
la Crosse
Burlington Railroad
Omaha
Nebr
St. Francis Hospital
Council On Medical Education and Hospitals
The
American Medical Association
Phyllis Ferries
Avon Street
Chicago
Chicago Association of Dancing Masters
Miss Ferries
Dorothy Littlefield
Littlefield Ballet Rouse
Philadelphia
Ask Haskin Service Answers Readers Questions
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau provides facts on world aid totals and notable trees. It cites United States aid outstanding at 92.169 billion dollars with major postwar items and World War I loans, plus details on the General Sherman Tree and the world’s tallest tree, plus two women who addressed Congress.
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United States
Greece
Turkey
China
Department of the Interior
Sequoia National Park
Calif
Dyerville Flats
Dyerville
Humboldt County
Save-the-Redwoods League
Congress of the United States
Congress
Wilhelmina
Madame 2 Kai-shek
Schumann-Heink Repertoire and Vocal Range
Mme Schumann Heink reportedly could sing 150 operatic roles. Her voice spanned from D below middle C to B2 above.
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Mme. Schumann-Heink
Mme
Schumann-Heink
Essential duties of a Mohammedan summarized
A. N. A. The Mohammedan must pray, give alms, fast, and make the pilgrimage to Mecca. A faithful Mohammedan must offer five prayers every 24 hours. The first prayer begins after sunset, the second at nightfall, the third at daybreak, the fourth about noon, and the fifth in the afternoon.
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Mecca
1948 Holland reports lowest death rate
The 1948 death rate in Holland was 6.2 per 1000, the lowest. In comparison the United States recorded 10.1 per 1000 for 1947. A question notes Holland as lowest and cites U.S. rate for 1947.
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Holland
United States
FHA mortgage insurance: who pays the 1 percent charge
The monthly payment on an FHA loan includes a mortgage insurance charge of one percent. The insurance is to insure the bank against loss. it is a requirement of the Federal Housing Administration loan.
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H. J
Federal Housing Administration
Good Letters Our Modern Letter Writer booklet notice
An advertisement for a booklet titled Good Letters Our Modern Letter Writer offering guidance on various letter types and invitations. It promises 100 brief, readable examples illustrated on addressing important persons and asks readers to order by mailing 20 cents postpaid with a coupon to The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau in Washington DC.
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la Crosse Tribune Information Bureau
Eye St
N. E
Washington, D. C
Eve St
Street or Rural Route City State to Washington DC
Postal notation indicates mailing address routing from a street or rural route to Washington DC. Read as an address line directing mail flow and city state guidance for delivery.
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Washington, D. C
Expedition arrives at Mount Ararat to hunt Noah's Ark
An American expedition led by Dr. Aaron J. Smith of Greensboro North Carolina reached Dogubayazidi near Mount Ararat with state officials and reporters on a search for Noahs ark. Russians accuse the mission of spying against the Soviets.
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Mount Ararat
Dogubayazidi
Turkey
Mount
Ararat
Aaron J. Smith
Greensboro
N. C
Erzurum
Call Off Firing New Test Rocket at White Sands
White Sands New Mexico naval unit cancels a Viking test rocket launch due to missile trouble. The shot, moved from Tuesday to Friday, is not rescheduled and Captain William A. Goring offered no further details.
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White Sands
N. M
William A. Goring
Naval Unit
Goring
Red Churchman Calls Pope Anti Christian
Metropolitan Nikolai of the Russian Orthodox church labeled Pope Pius XII anti Christian and an enemy of the USSR. He told Russia’s all union conference of peace proponents that the Vatican’s decree excommunicating Communists revealed the true face of the church.
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Moscow
Pius XII
Nikolai
Russia
Vatican
South Extends Hand To Sherman's Boys
The Wilson Chamber of Commerce invited the Grand Army of the Republic to hold its final encampment in Wilson in 1950. The invitation, sent to 102 year old GAR vice commander Charlie Chappel, extended friendship to veterans who marched with Sherman through Georgia.
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Wilson
N. C
South
Georgia
Sherman
Wilson Chamber of Commerce
Grand Army of the Republic
Charlie Chappel
GAR
Sphagnum Moss Used As Pest Control By Gardeners
Gardeners report using Sphagnum moss as a natural pest deterrent in potted plants, noting its moisture retention and potential to trap insects while avoiding chemical treatments.
Goalkeeper Knits Through Idle NZ Field Hockey Match
Audrey Litt, goalkeeper for a New Zealand hockey team, has little to do due to her side's superiority. She passes time by knitting in the goal and claims she never drops a stitch.
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Audrey Litt
New Zealand
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