Slump To Get More Painful For Industrial Sectors
The article surveys mid 1949 business pulse with gloom in steel, coal, railroads, and non ferrous metals, predicting a deeper slump before spring. It notes autos, utilities showing mixed prospects, and brighter views for construction and oil, while farmers and aircrafts offer cautious optimism amid government support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Dawson
Associated Press Business News
New York
Midwest
John L. Lewis
Stalin
Hebrew Prayers Face Change in Israel Debate
In Israel a clash over how Mosaic law should guide state and education grows. Orthodox fears for youth, while many lawmakers favor tolerance and freedom of conscience. The rabbinate faces questions on Sabbath, religion in public life, and moves toward broader religious recognition.
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Tel Aviv
Israel
Jerusalem
Mapam
Maimon
Israel Minister of Religion
Othe
Uzielp
Kol Echad Lephi
Longtime La Crosse post office fireman retires after 32 years
Julius Wrobel of 921 Tyler street retires after 32 years and three days as a fireman watchman and fireman at the La Crosse post office. He reflects on sea and Great Lakes travel in youth and plans fishing trips with his daughter Erma and son in law Roy Franz.
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Julius Wrobel
Tyler Street
la Crosse
Wrobel
Merchant Marine
United States
Germany
Great Lakes
Chaseburg
Post Office
Cleveland
Erma
Roy A. Franz
Market Street
Minnesota
Jerry Wayne Returns to Broadway as Vaudeville Headliner
Jerry Wayne, former top radio and stage star, returns to Broadway to headline the first vaudeville bill at the Palace Theatre. After a career lull spent finishing dental school at Ohio State, he dubbed in a recording of You Cant Be True Dear that becomes a No 1 hit, selling over 2.5 million copies.
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New York
Jerry Wayne
Broadway
Palace Theater
Palace
Ohio
Wayne
Ohio State University
Frankie Carle
Pennsylvania
Carle
Jerry
Peru's fishing fleet adds seventy boats since 1946
Peru expanded its fishing fleet by 70 vessels since 1946, with the majority built for purse seining operations. The growth reflects postwar expansion in commercial fishing and regional demand.
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Peru
VFW Delegate Loses Watch in Madison
Gordon Berggren, Madison VFW drum and bugle corps member, appeals to the La Crosse Tribune for help locating a lost Gotham watch missing since last Saturday during the VFW convention. He offers a reward and notes sentimental value. the inner part likely fell near Fourth and Vine streets.
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Madison Vfw
la Crosse Tribune
VFW
Gordon Berggren
Madison
Gotham
Fourth and Vine Streets
Tribune
Berggren
Britain Expands Gasoline Allowances for Home Travel 1949
Britain announces higher gasoline allowances for domestic travel in 1949, easing restrictions on motorists. The policy aims to support travel needs while managing fuel supplies during postwar adjustments.
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Britain
Peace at Last From Persistent Itch with Resinol Ointment
Persuasive ad copy touts relief from chronic itch using Resinol Ointment. It highlights six active soothing agents in a lanolin base that lasts, claiming immediate comfort and lasting peace.
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By Sam Dawson
Louis St. Laurent
Canada
Quebec City
Liberal Party
By Eric Gottgetreu
J. Wayne
Pee Reese
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I.e Ey
Coca-Cola Company
Coca-Cola Bottling Company OF LA
Tri-State Optical Co
Isene
Alc Department Store
Special Values
Parkhill Playshoes
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