European recovery plan hinges on limits of U S aid
Mark R. Byers discusses Europe and the United States weighing how much aid to provide for reconstruction without overtaxing Americans. He warns against saddling Europe with costs, notes Soviet expansion threats, and examines Balkan, Chinese, and German situations shaping the postwar balance.
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Iile
France
Europe
United States
Sen. Vandenberg
Uncle Sam
Commission
Darkness and folly mark the wicked, they stumble unseen
A reflective proverb contrasts the fate of the wicked with darkness and ignorance. It notes they do not see where they go wrong, wandering in moral ambiguity. The verse invites caution and self-examination in daily conduct.
Trade With Japan Hinges On Postwar Reforms And Treaty
The article outlines Japan resuming private international trade this summer as a step toward normalizing Asia’s economy. It notes production is still too low for full exports, a peace treaty is needed, and exchange rate issues will complicate price terms. It discusses U S government oversight of certain exports and the impact on American taxpayers, while warning about Communist risks as conditions worsen.
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Japan
Asia
MacArthur
U. S
Russia
Europe
Full Tax Revision Urged by Industry
The piece states the taxing power has shifted from congress to the White House and suggests Truman urging full tax revision would be newsworthy. Industry voices push for comprehensive tax reform amid political maneuvering.
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Congress
White House
Truman
Veterans Leave $2 Billion in Benefits Unclaimed
World War II veterans are passing up an estimated 2.57 billion dollars in unused benefits. About 2 billion in GI education funds and 507 million in unclaimed terminal leave remain unclaimed, with 64 million in checks returned to the treasury.
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Washington
NEA
Treasury
Veterans Administration
Army
Navy
Coast Guard
Marine Corps
Congress
U. S
American Legion
Wisconsin GOP proposes veterans housing aid plan
A Republican drafted bill in the Wisconsin Assembly would authorize county housing authorities to issue debentures to fund a veterans housing program with state aid up to 10 percent of capital outlay from a 10 million dollar state appropriation. The measure, led by Carl Christensen Alex Raineri and Walter Fischer, mirrors a Senate Democratic proposal and could precede a larger bonus debate with potential voter referendums in 1949.
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin State Assembly
Veterans’ Affairs Committee
Carl Christensen
Racine
Alex Raineri
Hurley
Walter Fischer
Minogua
Republican Legislative Steering Committee
State Senate
Robert Tetan
Milwaukee
Legislative Joint Finance Committee
Assemblyman Fischer
Immigration Wave Biggest Since 1930 Sparks Policy Debate
The article reports a large postwar immigration wave driven by Truman’s displaced persons directives, with 312,000 admitted last fiscal year and 108,721 aiming to settle. It notes quota use, nonquota arrivals, and the limited evasion of rules, plus details on refugees, bonding, sponsorship, and regional dispersal across the United States.
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Philadelphia
NEA
Truman
United States
Immigration Service
Italy
Roosevelt
Fort Ontario
Oswego
N. Y
Canada
Sweden
Nassau
U. S
Europe
New York
Bennington
Ontario
Great Industrial Families Unite In Firestone Ford Rites
Martha Parke Firestone became the bride of William Clay Ford in a lavish Akron ceremony at St. Pauls Episcopal Church. About 450 guests attended inside while over 1000 gathered outside as police managed the crowds.
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Akron
Martha Parke Firestone
King of Rubberdam
William Clay Ford
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Call In SPCA To Destroy 36 Pets
CLEAN New York Mrs May E Johnson's will admitted to probate executor Harry E Harwig must obtain SPCA aid to fulfill provision ordering the destruction of 35 cats and one dog from the estate, a will stipulation aimed at humane disposal.
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SPCA
Clean
N. Y
May E. Johnson
Harry E. Harwig
Society For Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
No More'n A Rabbit! A satire on newspaper editors
Frank Tripp mocks radio critics and New York editors who claim perfect reporting. He imagines a chaotic, self serving revolt where would be publishers blame the editor and readers witness a circus of failed reforms. The piece ends with the line that none of them know more about newspapers than a rabbit.
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New York
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Ballyhoo
Mulligan’s
Propose Beverage Tax Division Change Declared Unwise
MANITOWISH Wis transfer of the state beverage tax division from the state treasurer to the department of taxation was opposed by the Wisconsin District Attorneys association. The group met in convention and voted unanimously against any change proposed by pending legislation, arguing the division functions efficiently and could threaten employees without gains.
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Manitowish
Wis
Department of Taxation
Senate
Wisconsin District Attorneys Association
Dutch Furniture Production and Prices Rise Despite Lower Output
Production of wooden furniture in the Netherlands is estimated at half the 1940 level, yet current prices and value exceed prewar output. The shift reflects higher costs and market dynamics as postwar recovery continues.
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Netherlands
Badger Boys State Opens in Ripon Wisconsin
About 600 boys from more than 200 cities in Wisconsin gathered at Ripon college for the sixth Badger Boys State. Glenn B. Tinkham of Marshfield chaired the first general assembly as city counselors prepared for next week elections.
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Ripon
Wis
Wisconsin
Ripon College
Badger
Glenn B. Tinkham
Marshfield
Werner A. Witte
Appleton
Walter A. Rose
Wauwatosa
American Legion
Henry Meyers
Badger Boys’ State
Richard Lewis
William B. Downey
509Th Composite
Kenosha Couple Embark On 18000 Mile Canoe Journey
Bob and Mrs. Werner of Kenosha Wisconsin, both 26, started a planned 18000 mile canoe trek from the Mississippi source near Bemidji Minnesota. They aim to reach New Orleans then follow the Gulf coast to Florida Everglades and up the Atlantic to New York, Albany Buffalo and the Great Lakes back to Wisconsin, camping along the way.
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Bemidji, Minn
Kenosha
Wis
Bob Werner
Mississippi
Werners
New Orleans
Gulf Coast
Florida
Aloosahatchee River
Everglades
Atlantic Coast
New York
Hudson River
Alkbany
Buffalo
Great Lakes
Wisconsin
Elk Grove Man Fined $100 for Misidentified Jackrabbit Hunt
In Elk Grove California George H Van Vliet pleaded guilty to possessing a hen rabbit and hunting jackrabbits He told Judge G F Mix he mistook a hen pheasant for a jackrabbit and was fined $100 for the misdemeanor.
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Elk Grove
Calif
George H. van Vliet
G. F. Mix
van Vliet
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Sinkiang
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Bevin
Anthony Eden
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Harry Hopkins
Douglas Larsen
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General Accounting Office
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Disabled American Veterans Organization
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Attorney-General
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