West Broadway traffic delays linger after mill fire
Traffic on West Broadway from Piasa to State Street remains restricted to one direction due to fire damage and pavement condition at Russell Milling Company site. City officials previously halted westbound flow two years ago as repairs were needed and must now act to restore full two way travel.
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West Broadway
Russell Mildes Milling Company
Piasa
State Street
Ssr Rca Ae
Enduring Fellowship After Devastating Tornado
A narrative recalls a deadly tornado that demolished Bunker Hill and affected Fosterburg and Gillespie. It praises communal aid from Goldburg Smith Richkoffski and many organizations including the Red Cross American Legion VFW Western Military and National Guard. Shurtleff College students aided the scene while churches and a gym housed a temporary hospital and protected people from theft.
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American Red Cross
American Legion
Shurtleff College
Western Miltary
No On
Shute
National Guard
America
High Cost of Government Editorial Reflections
An unsigned metropolitan paper critiques soaring government spending and price controls while praising the American resolve to overcome economic hardship. The piece cites farm price measures and broad government programs as a fiscal strain but notes citizens’ determination to self‑reliance.
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Congress
Sam
We’ll Come Through Hemsph Nations Debate Doctrine
The passage asserts Western Hemisphere unity and a pledge to support the Mon 08 Doctrine aiming to protect continental interests. It emphasizes America as a leading world power and calls for backing “One World” while resisting Russian advances and urging Russia to resolve its conflicts independently.
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Western Hemisphere
George Washington
Russia
The High Cost of Living Editorial
A 1940s style address laments the high cost of living in the United States. It argues meat rationing might be necessary, calls for sensible food access, and criticizes wartime policy as key to economic strain. It urges trusted leaders in the White House and Congress to govern soundly.
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United States
Anderson
Holy Moses
Washington
Averhilren
Marshal
Europe
Truman
Mra
Eleanor Roosevelt
Russa Ia
Congress
United
White House
United Nations Critique and Cold War Tensions Echoed
A fragmented wartime era message denounces Soviet influence in the United States government and calls for firm UN action. The text laments communism spreading through nations and urges strong American resolve in global peace efforts and the Marshall Plan against Russia.
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Washington, D. C
United Nation
Ukraine
United Nations
United States
Ria
Finland
Joe Siam
Russia
Rusa
Appomattox Surrender House to be Restored
The Surrender House at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, site where General Lee met General Grant on April 9, 1865, to surrender the Army of Northern Virginia, is planned for restoration. The original Tee McLean House was torn down in 1808 and the 1848 building hosted the historic meeting.
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Appomattox Court House
Viennts
Robert E. Lee
Northern Virginia
Ulysses G. Grant
Tee McLean
United States
Lee
Electricians Join Labor World Readership
An introductory note from Hugh A. Gate editor announces Labor World subscription for every member of Electricians Union Local BT3 in Spokane Washington. The aim is informed union members and feedback to improve coverage of national and local labor issues and laws.
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Hugh A. Gate
Labor World
Spokane
Wash
Electricians Union
BT3
Washington
Are You a Teamster Are You a Teamster
The note extols Teamster identity urging members to uphold duties attend meetings and act for the union. It emphasizes readiness to respond to calls and demand rights, urging readers to recognize opportunity and participation in the organization. A closing caution advertises a slow children drive with a watchful plea.
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Appomattox
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Weber’s Grill
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Belle St
Thor Gladiron
Electric Ironer
Yolton’s
Manuwans — Paine Feed — Plumbing
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Kaaihue
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Antomine
Smadio Net
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Scandale
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Famous Airlines
Call Jewelers
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Granite City
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Rockefeller Beauty Shop
W. Broadway
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Virgil M. Jacoby
Everett B. Dodd
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