Hoover Praises Modest Marshall Plan Reforms
Herbert Hoover urges careful limits on postwar aid to avoid straining the U.S. economy. He argues for a modified four year commitment with 15 month first, 12 month thereafter, and says aid should support self governing peoples without forcing ideas. He warns against overpromising and emphasizes ongoing support to combat hunger and cold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Hoover
Senator Vandenberg
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
United States
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
Congress
America
Accidents Death Toll Rises Despite Vehicle Decline 1947
The year end survey shows about 101000 Americans died from all accidents in 1947, the third straight rise and exceeding the 100000 mark for only the fourth time. While motor vehicle deaths fell from 33700 to 32500, fatalities from other accidents increased, prompting calls for broader safety measures at work and home alongside road education.
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United States
River Beds for Roads Proposal Gains Backing in County
Resolution adapted by the Western Asphalt Association urges study of using river beds in Low Anrolon County as freeway sites. Chairman Raymond V. Darby gains a new ally, while critics fear risks. The group argues savings from slabs and right of way justify engineering scrutiny despite possible objections. A Oklahoma City dispatch notes fifth graders voted 34 to 1 for physical persuasion over dialogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Asphalt Association
Raymond V. Darby
Board of Supervisors
Darby
Oklahoma City
Congress Wades Through War Powers Debates
Washington debates revival of war powers to fight inflation amid questions about states of war against Germany and Japan versus Russia. Lawmaker says commerce power may cover economic measures, while diplomats worry about venal references to a revived war powers regime.
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Washington
Germany
Russia
Congress
America
Japan
Iso
Europe
United States
Supreme ‘Court
Morse challenges wage gains in union talk
Sen. Wayne Morse of Oregon told a Pacific Northwest International Woodworkers convention that higher wages may not increase real purchasing power. He cited an 18 percent round of wage raises, argued inflation erodes gains, and suggested unions doubt whether further increases translate into real benefits for workers.
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Wayne Morse
Oregon
C. I. O.’ International Woodworkers
Pacific Northwest
Morse
Wage hikes and unions warn of a third round harm
The piece argues a third wage increase would harm consumers by higher prices, noting some industries show restraint as General Electric reduced prices and GM-UAW foregoes part of a raise for a pension plan. It urges long term goals like a guaranteed annual wage and cautions unions against escalating pay boosts.
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General Electric
Iifleon
General Motors Division
United Features Byndica
Mind Reading and Patience in Daily Life
The poem reflects on understanding others thoughts to reduce conflict. It suggests patience bridges gaps between buyer and seller and between rich and poor. A hidden illness or burden may drive sharp words, and knowing another’s cares could stop quarrels.
Ten Years Ago In Long Beach Headlines
Ten years ago today Southern California trap and skeet marksmen competed in the Long Beach Trap shooting Association Fellowship. Poly High School memorials used scarred columns from the old building. The Bowering Soap Company eyed a half‑million plant site. New Long Beach construction reached 400000 in a week per building dept data. Poly High School hosted a possible Southern California basketball title event. Long Beach teachers aided the draft exemption board. City lawmakers debated wage hikes to retain workers.
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California
Long Beach
Bowering Soap Company
Poly High School
Southern California
Fred Allen and Will Rogers Compared as Comic Masters
In a Press Telegram piece Billy Rose lauds Fred Allen and Will Rogers as rare entertainers who think and write funny. Rose notes Allen’s radio resilience, chats with past associates after broadcasts, and contrasts him with lesser performers.
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Will Rogers
Fred Allen
Billy Rose
Press-Telegram
Rose
Rogers
Rogers and
Allen
Sahara
Prubstak
Kanaan
Kansas
H. 5. Sskins
E. Sixth St
Blackmail accusation echoes in hymn like plea
A cryptic note hints at a blackmail claim involving gifts to grandchildren and a pursuit of Mme through songs. The fragment suggests an emotional appeal tied to generosity and manipulation within a family dispute.
Poor Pa I Feel Sorry For My Banker’s Wife
The speaker laments a banker’s wife needing money and jokes about the awkwardness of asking for funds. The quip hints at family finances and social embarrassment in a light humorous style.
World revolution drives need for cautious Western action
The column argues British Prime Minister Atlee rejected a conference with Truman Stalin and other Allied leaders. It says Moscow pursues world revolution, opposes the Marshall Plan, and would not be influenced by diplomacy. It stresses the Cold War stakes and Western unity.
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Britain
Clement Atlee
House of Commons
Truman
Stalin
Mr. Attlee
Russia
Soviet Russia
Moscow
Hitler
Poland
von Ribbentrop
Neurenberg
Europe
Soviet Union
Western Europe
Dinner stories root-bound family quarrel over home
A New England family debates relocation for a maritime service dream. The son laments roots in Dedham and Newton dating to 686 while the mother urges staying close. A lighthearted aside about 250 years and 15 miles reveals the friction. The piece ends with a humorous exchange from Great Lakes Bulletin.
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New
Outlook in Winter Portraité by Matcalfe
A reflective poem on winter mood contrasting sunless days with bright moments. It suggests warmed hearts and friendly fires can make even the coldest day bearable and the world a happier place for work and play.
Camel experiments and a Civil War misdirection
In a Greenwhich Village shop we learn of Senator Davis of Mississippi backing camel transport in the 1850s. The tale covers bearding camels to America, their voyage, Lt. Beale leading Camel Corps, and a Civil War distraction that halted the project.
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Watehtmalear
Greenwich Village
Thatta
Hugo
Congress
Franklin Pierce
Davis
Near East
New York
Edward F. Beale
Camel Corps
United States Army
California
Pony Express
Texas
Beale
Gobi Desert
Arizona
Nevada
John Kieran
11Th Street
Jefferson
Jett Davis
Public Forum readers respond on Amvets drive and Prohibition
Letters urge thanks for Amvets relief effort aiding Indians with two plantloads of supplies flown to relief areas on Jan 16. Other writers protest immigration and praise Kansas prohibition with statistics on counties and prisons, urging action and responsible representation.
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Esegram
Amvets
Frank Martz
Post
Post No. 13
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David Lawrence
Marquis Childs
E. A. Guest
Mme
Tican
Foreign Affairs
Dewitt MacKenzie
Bill
Bil
Great Lakes Bulletin
Matcalfe
By Billy Rose
Public Forum
Indian Relief
Press - Telegram
William J. Powers
Harbor Hills
Lomita
George Clark
Lae
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