Alderman Hoy Gentz urges tax on unfranchised utilities in Alton
In a Cornell meeting discussion Alderman Hoy Gentz proposes a 4 percent monthly tax on gross receipts of unfranchised utilities for street use. He argues Union Electric can afford the levy and notes other city utilities pay little revenue. He also praises the Downtown Business Mens Association for taking Remus Park site at ath and Williams for a parking lot and urges keeping store employees from using it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoy Gentz
Cornell
Union Electric ‘Company
Alton
Remus
Ath & Williams
Business Mens’ Association
Russia and World Peace Hope Amid Cold War Warnings
The piece argues for peaceful ends in global politics with the United States advocating UN backed aims. It contrasts American patience with Russia’s leadership and suggests Russia should be isolated if it cannot cooperate. It frames the battle for world freedom as a clear US policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Sam
Seven
Job
America
United Nations
Walsh Healey Act defended against Hartley repeal push
Secretary Tobin sharply criticized Representative Hartley’s repeal recommendation. Tobin cited letters from New Jersey manufacturers and labor groups praising the act, arguing it protects decent wages and prevents government purchases from cheaters. He said only shortsighted employers favor repeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walsh-Healey
Fred A. Hartley
Tobin
Hartley
Department of Labor
New Jersey
Secretary of Labor
Walsh Healey
U. S
Blocking the Square in Alton Faces Driver Furore
Citizens from both parties criticized Mayor Harold Wadlow for blocking Douglas Square for a Republican rally on October 28. They argued five pm would have sufficed, noting artists could not park all day and the turnouts were far smaller than expected despite a successful torchlight parade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alton
Harold Wadlow
Douglas Square
Republican Committee
Watch The Migration
The piece discusses a developing trend in industrial plant relocation influenced by the Atomic Age. It notes west and south gains from moves and that the National Planning Board is examining the issue as production and distribution factors, including labor supply, complicate such moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Planning Board
Indian Girl Rejects Jim Crow Backseat Travel
Florence Begay a year old interposes against segregation while traveling through Texas and Arizona. She earned a scholarship to Sarah Lawrence after an all A record but declined when Texas authorities forced her to sit in the back. Efforts rise to bring her to Bronxville without Jim Crow limits. The piece lauds Lone Star State pioneers for understanding Indigenous rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Hegay
Redman
Miss Begay
Flagstaff
Ariz
State Association of Elks
Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville
New York
Texas State Line
Texas
Lone Star State
Was This Profit Legitimate What Is Fair Profit
Professor Wilford I King of the Committee for Constitutional Government critiques a Harvard Business Review piece on promoters turning 150000 of their own money into 825000 profit in a government to private pipeline deal. He labels profits earned with no risk as legitimate under orthodox theory and invites reader judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilford I. King
Committee For Constitutional Government
Harvard Business Review
King
Television growth challenges government and media firms
The article notes rapid expansion of television with officials scrutinizing the trend. Advertisers worry about cross platform interference with radio and newspapers as TV nears 600000 sets and forecasts reach 2.5 million by year end 1948.
Why Fosterburg and Bunker Hill Victims Lack Federal Aid
A 1888 letter explains why tornado victims in Fosterburg and Bunker Hill were denied federal relief. It describes Senate actions and amendments, noting opposition from Republicans and specific senators who blocked funding, leaving the Illinois damage without aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fosterburg
Bunker Hill
Learly
United. States Senate
Committee On Agriculture and Forestry
Washington, D
J. W. Kemp
Alton, Ilinois
Gillispie
Thad
United States
Senate
House
Senator Bridges
New Hampshire
Brooks
Mlinois
Gurney
South Dakota
Tydings
Maryland
Ulinos
Central Body Notes on Union Leadership Changes
Local No. 825 appoints Bud Dinker to fill the vacancy created by the death of Thomas Edward Yorby. The Central Body plans officer nominations in December as Glenn Rodgers resigns the treasurer post from Allen Trades and Labor Assembly. A screening of Power Behind the Nation is set for Thursday night with Elsie Sheppard urging attendance and wives welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Sects
Teamsters’ & Chauffeurs
Alton Trades and Labor Assembly
Thomas Edward Yorby
Elsie Shepard
Women's Auxiliary
Auliary
Indies
Glenn Rodgers
Allen
Wisdom We and the Nation Rise Together
A Roosevelt quote asserts collective fate of a nation a life shared by all and shared uplift when one rises. It emphasizes unity and mutual responsibility across citizens. The saying frames national progress as a collective ascent or descent driven by each individual's actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
Profits Up 110 Percent Amid Wage Rise 29 Percent
A 1948 report notes corporate profits after taxes rose 110 percent while wages increased 29 percent over two years. The Pine Bureau of Labor Statistics and Commerce Dept cite higher profits for businesses, contrasting with slower wage growth. A political message from Scott W. Lucas accompanies the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pine Bureau of Labor Statistics
The
Department of Commerce
Economic gains outpace wages in postwar period
Government data show corporate profits up 284 percent since 1939 while average weekly earnings of factory workers rise 121 percent and overall costs remain high. Analysts attribute the skew to corporate pricing following wartime patterns and inflationary pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cor
Business groups Challenged Over Price Rise Claims
Corporations seek bigger profits while statistics refute Republican and business spokesmen alleging wage hikes cause higher prices. The debate centers on inflation drivers and the impact of labor costs on consumer prices.
Agriculture researchers create washable cheese by product paint
S Department of Agriculture scientists say they have developed washable paints derived from lactic acid by products of cheese making. The innovation aims to recycle waste into useful coatings for various surfaces and industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Department of Agriculture
Also Mentioned on This Page
Madison County Giticia
Leber
American Federation of Laber U
Publihea
Thiton
Aet
Congresa
Alton Trades and Lamur Ass
Wood River Central Labor Union
Edwardsville Central Trades and L
Collinsville Trades Council
Alton Censorship Board
Kooncoun
WR Smith
Edwardson Eerataase Ta
American Federation of Labor
Ilinois
Pishes Loyd le Epo Nn
West 8Rd St
Aston
Phone &Ass
Fenelon
Coco S10
der Fem
Food For
Becton
Walz Motor CO
East Edwy
Pete and
Carl
ISO
Forkeyville Nite Club
Fosterburg Road
Congress
Tam
Scott W. Lucas
Ana
Carter Bros
East Broadway
Muon Ce
TuikeTa
Lola
Coleman
Elle Street
Illinois
Hotpoint
Omar
Siento Nevine
Tom Howard
Mid - States
Jnged
HOT Point
Kramer Electric CO
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!