Debating debt and the communist threat in review
A column discusses whether debt should fund productive needs like a home or business while cautioning against impulsive loans. It surveys postwar east west tensions with Italian and French communists urging restraint, Moscow influence, and concerns over bolshevik propaganda amid Czechoslovakia’s collapse and warning to democracies to stay vigilant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmiro Toatiatti
Bologna
Marcel Cachin
Humanite
Milan
Italy
Moscow
Esatern
Washington
Mlight
Czechoslovakia
United States
Amnest Heidrich
Ton
Heidrich
Washington State Department
Communist Party
Ite
Nahed
Ruagenta
Prague
Fife
Eduard Renes
Caechostovakia
Republic
Renes
Edouard Taborsky
America
Stocksholm
Gotewald
Klement Gottwald
Stalin
Unclear wartime ballast gift tied to Kaiser subsidiary
A damaged excerpt notes leads weights placed in a ship's hull to improve seakeeping were forgotten when the vessel was sold surplus. The buyer, a Kaiser subsidiary, paid $65 780 plus a $200 000 gift. Officials described the sale as "as is." A typographical error hid a smaller ballast gift and the broader issue of hard-to-find records in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry J. Kaiser Industries
Washington
Stranded British Citizens Live In Luxury In San Francisco
About 32 British travelers stranded in San Francisco await transport to New Zealand. They have little money and may stay months. The travel agency covers hotel meals and air-charter efforts continue while officials arrange relief. Local British residents assist as the group recovers from travel mishaps and delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Eric
New Zealand
Eng
George
Dunn
New Zeall
Autru
Civil Aeronautics
Beilich
United States
England
Charles Edgar Wvtcher
Stoke-on-Trent
Maury
Chebourg
Neward
A. J. le da Mare
Jean Dunn
Government Help and Public Benefit in Era of Social Reform
The article discusses how much government aid should be given to the people amid broad social benefit proposals. It cites President Truman and other plans, notes Oregon’s advisory old age pension vote, and argues that any aid requires higher taxes or budget cuts to maintain fiscal balance. It mentions legislators debating prioritizing tax levels and revenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Monterguieu
Prlde
Oregon
Congress
Radio Programs and Notices Across Stations January Entry
A garbled radio listing covers many stations such as MBC BRD WREM KOMO WUSA and WNP with mentions of speakers Susie Gin and many call letters. It notes a January 8 schedule with tours and university events, and lists various program teasers and stations in a scrambled order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bieit
America
ROMY
Ramee Wusa BS
WNP
BCA
Hykuriveeleng
Kot
Romo
Cambrean
Allinen
Weather tale hints at world politics influence
Old timers recall Medicine Hat weather tales and mischief of the hat. Jack Harris suggests weather now carries a political slant with Siberian air blamed on demoralizing democracy, a hint of deliberate meddling and concealed motives behind natural patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Harris
Russia
Weather Bureau
Siberian
Political labels and the uncertain spectrum of Taft and Smith
A cryptic discussion on political labels noting Margaret Chase Smith’s claim of not being merely middle of the road. Analysts suggest Smith sits near the left of center while Taft often crosses liberal and conservative lines. The piece argues politicians resist fixed labels, voting for what they deem best rather than fitting a category.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Chase
Maine
Kansas City
Kanaan
Calipara
Smith
President Truman's Tax Rise Sparks Debate
The article notes a $25,000 raise in President Truman's salary with only $9 going to take-home pay after taxes. It discusses views that presidents should pay taxes like others and the broader context of arming Western Europe, aiming to deter Russian moves without provoking a Russian response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
United States
Parsons Sun
Sun
Kemn
Missouri
Western Europe
Russia
Ground Crew Felt Key to Berlin Airlift Success
Independence reporter observers in England credit 3,000 American repair force members at Mortonwood for sustaining the Berlin airlift. Each 200 hours of flying coal into Berlin requires a 36 to 48 hour repair and cleaning cycle back in England. Lacking U.S. tools, crews improvise with strength and ingenuity to maintain the pace, enabling the airlift despite scarce glamour or attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
England
Berlin
Mortonwood
Englad
United States
Century of Trottters Marks 10th Anniversary of Hambletonian
New York May 4 1949 will mark the 10th anniversary of the birth of Hambletonian the father of trotting and pacing horses. All horses running in harness races are descended from the famous tree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hiombletonian
Tre
Anniversary Event and Social News From North Street
A detailed social notice describes a birthday and anniversary gathering at a North Street residence. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Wood, Major and Mrs Wilson, Dr and Mrs Viewr, and many others. The event features a meal and a festive bridge club setting with plans for future visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myra Mason
Bary
Anna Vearnon
Waren
Janice Maris
Scott Morgan
Hopecal
Pare Memorial
Pellowsky
Polloe
Mra
Stan Pickinger
Iiusion
Sarge
Wood
M Vilison
Merle Hhehcock
Mied
Arimiee
Ard
Avid Laure
Carpenter
Ann Mitchell
Jon
PS. Tatsoo
Diplomatic Rank and Etiquette in the United States
An overview explains the roles of ambassadors and ministers, how credentials are presented to the President, and the ceremony at the White House. It notes rankings, proper forms of address, and how to treat foreign envoys with due respect to avoid international incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
United States
Washington
White House
Senate
H. E
Madame Bonnet
Miniater
Madame Bruggemann
Amhler
Old Home Town Social Service League Reelects Officers
Officers of the Social Service League were reelected last night with A. B. Martin as president Mrs Erna Corey as vice president Miss Mabel Richardson as secretary and A E Wrestemeyer as treasurer The county bonded debt stands at 224500 about half for poor relief A C Preyer broke her hip after slipping on an icy walk yesterday placing her in the news item context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Social Service League
A. B. Martin
Erna Corey
Mabel Richardson
A. E. Wrestemeyer
Tal County
Ilfra
C. A. Preyer
Twenty-Five Years Ago Burns In Home Movie Mishap
A 12 year old, LeRoy Holt, son of Mr and Mrs L F Holt of 1845 Venneytvania street, was burned when film in a home movie machine caught fire. Sheriff Will Johns reports 21 prisoners in the county jail. Pepettes, a new high school pep organization, hosted a gathering at Arlene Charehs home with several students named in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LeRoy Holt
L. F. Holt
Venneytvania Street
LHS
Lawrence Memorial
Will Johns
Pepettes
Arlene Chareh
Ity
Florence Beamer
Marion ‘Hot
Helen Mack
Virginia Hutson
Thelma
Edmondson
Weatherby
Eather Johnson
Josephine Klein
Josephine Voetert
Felio Teats
Rose Aureh
Domestic Science club and neighbors host dinners at Gorrill home
Forty years ago Mrs. Dre Guffer and others entertained the Domestic Science club and husbands at the Gorrill residence. Several dinner gatherings are noted with families and local hosts including Taggart, Thimblen, and the WLotheran church group. A child, Christine Sherman, slipped on ice at Central School. Local club meetings and social events are listed for Lawrence area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorrill
Fred Taggart
Searcey
DaLahe
Aurora
Ada
Eleanor
Thimblen
East Winthrop
W. E. Fenchard
Wlotheran
H.W
Lecompton
Pciuba
Ventura
Lawrence Reading Club
Quivira
Engelside
No Name
Zoolside Study Club
Ladies
Lterary League
W. H. Irwin
E. P. Irwin
Hversaig
Loringes Ristine
Sherman Christine
Irhgol
Hanno
Pune
Ker
Nice
Talented Actor Withdraws From Caravansary Project
A noted motion picture actor withdraws from a film project titled Caravansary. The industry reports indicate scheduling conflicts and creative differences led to the decision, affecting production plans and casting dynamics.
Local social notes recount visits and gatherings this week
Friday guests included Mr and Mrs Wandh Getnen and Mr and Mrs Larry Lafbola. Sunday events featured Mr and Mrs Slendermer and Nike Kuna White, with numerous others hosting and attending in Lawrence, Topeka, and Clearfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshells
Danook
Hretu
Sinter
Wandh Getnen
Stavgtler
Whiley
Raneas
Eure
James Hatetle
Tabs
Lawrence Sant Sapir
Ranaie Jemipiy
Henatin Mt
Charon Arekeree
Martha Teeta
Huger
Cabri
Kares Hagenturn
Rant Breiihaupt
Tereha
Chariek Baerkedeen
Mroo
Mra
Robert Nets
Jada Ats
Ans
Lawrr
Ton
Syed
Topeka
John Strang Will Rerony
Anna Haveker
Wheeler Wateokes Iit
Bach
Uhnry Marek
Kansas
Atel Mra
Clearfield
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Ian Coman
Macter
Journal-World
Sears
Jining
Taft Smaintaine Ble
Ptature
Sven
Jawy Rekared
CMA Chien
Betettlee
Bastien FY
Otto Stanfio Syittems
Downs Travel Service
Ale
St Lawrence, Ker
Taft
State Department
Wichita] Baie
Vieni Dyer Sane
Baldwin
Renard J. Orague
North Paes
Canada
Autist Raney
Thert al
Ike
Shireen
Bomadamian
Meter Halden
Tine City
Iekupser
Ad Tl Mes
Vie Martnerie
Tie Condites
Othe Stanley Matelay
Ren Pws
Ives Ghee
Tadioes
Hanes
Tateru Ford
Seth Laycot
Tablewin
Tadlock
Mia
Lfyster
Tames
Maries Ower
Nelson
Horn
Geeaner
Chure Nagus
Richard Bender
Dre Th OW
Jessie Truesdell
Aled
Stanley
John Rosa
Orfinwa
Rhieme
Flora Hurley
Heth
Alt Stewart
Fneatelio
Waho
Vernon
Methodiat
Mehinser
Joh Carnn- Neiudicky
Avid Anderson
Ke Austin
J. Jd. Austin
Tie Ur
Misster
Unter
George Mae M. Bolcourt
Mrs. Shaw
J. N
Pny
Andy Gs Wal
C._ HL
S. Itr
Morris
Eudora
Willard
Pier Orsler
Basten & Weld
Dre Guffer
Nevada City
S Hebrews Ietter Bexpunger
House
Oread
Taille
Slunderwood
Ake
Rhe
Mass
N. H
Scott
Temp, Equip. CO
Alfevalra
Us Today
North America
Charlton Insurance Agency
Inn
Actos
Fececrek
Beamans
F. M. Pilotuner
Hanna
Joe Sea
the Castle
Reusch
Eneravine
Masa
Hatmer, McGrew & Peck Insurance
Round Corner Drug CO
Mel, Fisher
Lindsey
Kansas Cleaners
Eenomisat
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