Tax Cut Debate Splits Democrats Over Economic Policy
The article argues for broad income tax cuts to boost investment, employment, and production while warning against high taxes that hinder growth. It contrasts former Treasury official John W. Hines’s stance with Truman era policy, and notes inflation’s waning, investment capital retreat, and potential Republican gains next November.
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The
Treasury
Hoosevelt
John W. Hines
Treasury Department
Bié Mali
Truman
Reelect Supervisor Darby in Fourth District race
The Press Telegram endorses Darby for reelection to the Board of Supervisors Fourth District. He filed to seek another term after a first term praised for public service and diligent study of county departments. The piece notes his attentive constituent service and independence from political expediency. It also references Truman tidelands talks and Missouri Compromise debate.
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Raymond V. Darby
Board of Supervisors
Datby
Darby
Long Head
Oty
Press-Telegram
Ms Darby
Red Coup Speeds Vote on Marshall Plan
Washington readers sense a tense mood after the Czechoslovakia seizure with three developments on defense and recovery policy. A joint U S Britain and France condemnation is joined by moves in the Senate committee on foreign relations to accelerate action on the Marshall Plan as a bulwark against Soviet expansion.
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Talk of Defense Union
Washington
Czechoslovakia
Cne
United States
Britain
France
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Vandenberg
Senate
Bouse
Western
Europe
Fromm Us
Italy
Atlantic Ocean
Czechostovania
Intaly
Thaly
Russia
Yugoslavia
U S Taxes Bite Deeply Into States
Senator Bridges released a table showing federal taxes siphon vast sums from state economies far exceeding state outlays. Examples include New Hampshire 85 million, Missouri 1.138 billion, Ohio 2.495 billion, and Mississippi 15 million in federal take versus local spending. The piece argues federal aid is a misnomer and calls for reduced federal taxes to fund local needs.
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Senate Committee
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Sen. Bridges
New Hampshire
Mrssoulk
Missouri
Ohio
Mississippi
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United States
Washington
Harry F. Ep
Zere
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Euch
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Congress
Truman
St. Joseph
Indiana
Jack Washington
D.C
My County
My Home
Wood stove days memories in a city kitchen
In a nostalgic verse E A Guest recalls wood stove mornings and ash laden tasks. He contrasts bygone family rituals with modern living where wood boxes and stoves are rare, noting children miss the warm glow and simple chores that defined his youth.
Ten Years Ago In Long Beach Two Bridges Remain Link
Ten years ago Long Beach stayed connected to Los Angeles County by two bridges after a six day rainstorm. A telegram plane carried relief to Santa Ana Laguna and San Clemente areas, piloted by Randall M Scott with C Futton Field aboard. Mistrial about Spit and Argue Club sessions on Pine Avenue drew police scrutiny. Mrs William Mathis and Rev C C Bentley visited Long Beach for the winter and the East Side Christian Church planned a flag unveiling. A political note comments on nascent cigar flattery and overlong complaint handling.
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Long Beach
Los Angeles County
Santa Ana
Laguna
San Clemente
Bill Snell
Randall M. Scott
C. Futton Field
William Mathis
Prophet Town
Pine Ave
Cc, Bentley
East Side
Cold War Drift Shapes European Fronts and Aid Needs
The column argues the cold war is a military contest, not just ideology, with both blocs maneuvering for strategic positions. It highlights Marshall and Forrestal urging more aid to Turkey and Greece, the risk of Bolshevik expansion via the Balkans and Mediterranean, and the role of the Marshall Plan in sustaining Western Europe while frontline defenses remain in Europe.
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Dentncracies
Althoug
Marshall
Forrestal
House Foreign Atfake Committee
Turkey
Creece
Gresce
Russia
English Channel
Tran
Balkan Peninsula
Middle East
Dardanelles
Rossians
Europe
Koslovakia
Finland
Narth
Italy
Balkans
Greece
Balkan
Aegean
Dallanches Strait
Walsh
America
Insurance oddity sparks gossip in New York
A man in New York insures a dozen boxes of imported cigars against fire. Critics question why insurers would cover such a risk and joke about the motive. The piece notes surprise at the policy and hints at broader industry woes.
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New York
Arcon
Betty Gratie
Times
General Teatures
Hero Worship Portraits by Matcale
A short reflective piece contrasts idolization of fame with enduring achievement. It argues that truly great lives are forged through hard struggle, discipline, and resilience rather than idle dreaming or passive longing for recognition.
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Matcale
Readers' Opinions on Forum Current Affairs
A public forum letter page urges strong U S military defense against Russia and support for the Marshall Plan, arguing imperialist powers respect only military power and warning of communism. Readers blame complacency, cite historical aggression, and call for renewed unity through the United Nations and defense spending.
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Russia
Germany
Italy
Japan
U. S
Poland
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Hiller
Stalin
Ttme
Air Policy Commission
Rua Bla
Congress
United Nations
Alice Hanchett
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