Documents found in pumpkin reveal alleged state department leaks
A long critique argues microfilmed documents allegedly hidden by Whittaker Chambers in a pumpkin at his farm prove a state department leak to the Russians. It urges firing any implicated officials, notes possible retroactive exposure after the election, and asserts early New Deal ties to pro communists.
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Jeremiah 23 24 Do Not I Fill Heaven and Earth
A biblical verse emphasizes that God fills heaven and earth and cannot be hidden in secret places. It underscores divine omnipresence and challenge to human evasion. Jeremiah 23 24.
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Government taps business leaders for two year service
The piece argues big business should loan competent executives to government for two year terms. It notes top government posts are vacant in Washington, payouts lag civilian pay, and wartime patriotism plus other income attract talent. Individuals must choose sacrifice and whether their company will share it.
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Washington
Gigantic Prehistoric Ape Man Remains Unearthed
Remains of a nine foot tall ape man were discovered, suggesting a creature with great size and the likely trouble such a traveler would have with standard hotel beds if moving about much.
Harvard Economists Clash on Profits and Inflation
In a Senate subcommittee session led by Sen. Flanders, Harvard economists Sumner Slichter and Seymour Harris differed on profits and inflation. Slichter argued profits may be overstated by up to 16 billion dollars, favoring a new yardstick based on replacement cost, while Harris pushed broader scrutiny including non corporate profits and taxes, warning that profits may be too high and urging higher business taxes to curb inflation.
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Move to raise aldermen pay with cost of living bonus
The Racine Journal Times criticizes a council proposal for a $25 monthly cost of living bonus for city aldermen. It argues the plan skirts state law banning self raises and questions whether part time officials deserve higher pay. The editorial notes many aldermen already justify time spent on city business, but a living wage for full time service would justify a bonus.
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Big Profits Prompt Debate on Tax and Economy
The piece notes concern over high profits and calls for tax action. Walter Reuther argues profits are excessive and should be redirected for broader benefit. Officials weigh excess tax proposals as a response to corporate earnings and overall economic impact.
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Capitol visitors and staff weave through Wisconsin State Capitol
John Wyngaard reports on daily life at the Wisconsin Capitol Madison where tours run year round guiding visitors through architecture and offices. He notes notable visitors like General Omar Bradley and the busy pace as lawmakers prepare for the January session and the influx of school groups and citizens seeking audience with officials.
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Richmond sail to Bermuda on liner Lady Somers
Ten years ago John Earl Richmond sailed from Boston aboard the Lady Somers for Bermuda and the West Indies with Dr. Joseph E. Weis. Alma Brown of Spokane visits her sister. W C Harden listed at 2031 Kane Street.
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Arrest of Czech intelligence agent reported in Germany
In Frankfurt the U S army announced the arrest of Jaroslav Zajicek a self confessed Czechoslovakian intelligence agent sent to the American zone of Germany to spy on Czech refugees He was 28 and also known as Vladimir Vojitsek Zajicek born in Russia disclosed a similar Czech network operates in Austria under refugee cover and soon would control the Czech t
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Ponder Spy Ring Charges Hover Over Case
James Marlow outlines potential charges in the spy ring case centered on perjury. He notes lawyers doubt theft charges apply due to knowledge and timing, while New York grand jury probes and testimonies by Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss keep the case evolving.
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Pennsylvania crude oil prices cut by two firms
Two Pennsylvania oil companies reduced crude prices on Saturday citing oversupply. The Joseph Seep purchasing agency cut Pennsylvania crude by 50 cents per barrel and Valvoline lines of Freedom reduced the Seneevile Gate SLane price to 3.65 a barrel. A month earlier Zanesville price had dropped from 4.49 to 3.95 per barrel.
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Pamela Lamphere's surgery delayed until spring
Two year old Pamela Lamphere born with her bladder outside her body has had two prior corrective operations. The third operation planned for this winter has been postponed until spring due to unspecified reasons.
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Machinists To Elect Washington Leader Next Spring
A leading candidate, Harvey Brown, president of the independent union, backs Hayes now executive vice president. Election is scheduled for next spring.
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Mrs F D Roosevelt backs UN as Paris debate divides blocs
Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt pledges lifelong UN support as she promotes the new human rights charter. The Soviet and anti Communist camps clash in Paris, hampering consensus and provoking calls to sustain the UN as a path to peace amid a cold war divide.
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Restoring Williamsburg Driven by Rockefeller Dream
The Williams burg restoration was inspired by Dr W A R Goodwin, rector of Bruton Parish, who motivated John D Rockefeller Jr to launch the project begun in 1927. The column also notes lightning risk in metal clad versus wooden houses and proper grounding practices. It includes a Q and A format addressing inquiries on architecture and cafe au lait.
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River that flows through the most countries
The Danube river in Europe flows through more countries than any other river. It rises in Germany and passes through Austria, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Yugoslavia, Russia.
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Answers to science and history questions from a quiz
A compilation of Q and A items covering static electricity from cat fur, official names of Idlewild airport, Negro MLB players, penicillin from bread mold, Man O War’s defeat by Upset, Townsend anti poverty movement size, highest weather balloon altitude, Shaw's quote on being worn out, and lightning danger to steel houses with NBS statement.
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Good Letters Our Modern Letter Writing booklet sale
The La Crosse Tribune Information Bureau offers a booklet titled Modern Letter Writing with 100 brief examples covering business letters invitations and more. Order today for 20 cents postpaid by sending a coin in wrapping to 316 Eve St NE Washington DC 2.
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