Washington Notes on Insurance Dividends and Mail Push
About 5.5 million veterans will share roughly 219 billion in Government life insurance dividends in 1956. WWII veterans receive 195 million in regular dividends. WWI holders about 24 million. The Post Office urges early mailing for Christmas as railroads support speedier delivery. Economic adviser Gabriel Hauge warns of potential cost rises and slower industrial growth, urging flexible government action.
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Veterans Administration
Gabriel Hauge
Eisenyhower
Farm Dollar: Farmer's Share of Food Spending Discussed
The article discusses how the farmer's portion of the household food budget is affected by market factors. It outlines a debate over pricing and distribution, examining the impact on producers and consumers and potential policy implications.
Agriculture Department reports on farm income and market trends
The Agriculture Department estimates a farmer share of about 40 cents of the consumer food dollar for 1956, with 41 cents this year and 43 cents in 1954, while marketing charges rose 3 percent in 1955. Civilian federal payrolls fell by 18,968 in September to 2,366,075. Factory sales and land management figures are noted, with 161.5 million acres under the Bureau of Land Management and timber estimates. Farm net income for the third quarter reaches an annual rate of $10.3 billion, down from the prior quarter and 1954, due to lower prices and modest expense cuts.
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Agriculture Department
Harry F. Byrd
Joint Committee On
U.S
United States
Alaska
Bureau of Land Management
Department of Interior
Personal interest loans hit three billion in 1954
The Commerce Department reports Americans paid a record three billion dollars in personal interest on loans during 1954, reflecting rising borrowing costs and consumer credit activity.
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Commerce Department
Hens and electrical safety tip from Doris L Snook
Penn State extension home management specialist Doris L Snook urges keeping hands dry and feet dry when handling electrical equipment to prevent shock and ensure safe setup and standing area.
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Doris L Snook
Penn State Extension
Faith to Live By Family Worship Message
An exhortation to share important life moments with family and pass on belief in God through worship together. It frames family faith as the greatest gift to a child and a natural method to impart values.
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Washington Notes
Post Office Department
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