Forecasts and Facts as Americans Face Economic Gloom
SAM DAWSON surveys 1948 economic signals from unemployment to retail sales and farm prices. He notes 3 million jobless, 180 business failures last week, and housing uncertainty while predicting a potential spring rebound and bumper crops that may lower prices. Citrus output and farm income trends also color the outlook.
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Wisconsin contest to honor industrial publications
The University of Wisconsin school of journalism announced a contest for publications from Wisconsin industrial firms. The Industrial Editors' Association of Wisconsin will award winners at the Wisconsin Manufacturers' Association meeting in May to stimulate quality in newspapers and magazines from industry.
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Milwaukee Citizens Group urges action on high prices
A six month old citizens committee appointed by Mayor Zeidler studied meat potato coal and milk prices and reported that while the cost of living index shows a drop the inflation danger remains. It did not urge price or wage controls but called for ready standby measures and the creation of an independent consumer division.
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