Prices Rising Next Spring in Garment Markets Reported
New York shoppers face higher price tags next spring on house dresses diapers sheets and lingerie as garment and textile markets announce spring lists. Rising fiber costs wage boosts and packaging add to price pressures while some makers hold prices or delay new lines. Corsets bras and women’s sleepwear are among items set to rise with stores already signaling higher baseline costs and anticipated 15 to 20 percent increases versus prewar levels.
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Hog price props may be invoked
Washington reports that Secretary Brannan must decide within weeks whether to reestablish price supports to spur hog production for higher 1951 pork supplies. Economists say such supports could boost employment and consumer buying power, while risks include price rises and possible rationing if production does not increase. Brannan aims to maintain abundant civilian food as a bulwark against inflation and to avoid broad price controls.
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Jolson dies in San Francisco hotel room tribute at Hollywood funeral
Hollywood mourns entertainer Al Jolson after his death in a San Francisco hotel room. The body arrived by plane and a private cortege preceded public services at Temple Israel. Funeral will be held tomorrow at noon with Rabbi Max Nunesbaum, Cantor Saul Silverman officiating. Flowers were discouraged. donations to the American Heart Association urged in lieu of arrangements.
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Trade shifts hit hats and textiles in coming price rise
The tariff on women’s fur felt hats and hat bodies rises December 1 by 14 percent, aimed at aiding domestic makers facing rising input costs and a 5 percent drop in domestic production. Meanwhile a textile mill plans a price increase for white thread as spring production looms, with hosiery mills set to raise nylon prices by 30 to 105 cents per dozen.
Douglas County Rural Schools Begin State Tests this Week
Fourth through eighth grade students in Douglas County rural schools are taking state Progressive Achievement tests this week. County Superintendent Mrs Enna Berg says the tests measure mastery of fundamentals and guide constructive student guidance. Reading readiness tests for first graders aim to place children at appropriate reading levels using Ginn readiness tests.
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Three-Day Search Ends for Bomber Crew Members
Birmingham reports a three day search for four crewmen who bailed from an 850 bomber. One man died and the three others were injured after St Sgt Henry Dillingham perished during the jump. Lt Henry Morris piloted the doomed craft as it grappled with turbulence over the Coosa river area near Birmingham. The crew was rescued and taken to safety after the aircraft was stabilized. The article also notes a lecture on Australia by Explorer's Club member Ralph Wilson Reid at Eldridge, with films shown to about 175 attendees.
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Higher output could avert price controls, suppliers urged
The report notes output shortfalls might prompt price controls unless supplies rise. It warns that failing to boost production could force officials to consider interventions to curb inflation and stabilize markets.
Contest to sponsor annual public relations contest
The Inland Daily Press association announced at its Chicago fall meeting that the William Allen White school of journalism will sponsor the inland public relations contest. Entries in five newspaper classes must have been published in 1940 and are due February 15 1951. First second and third place certificates will be awarded in each class.
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