Crackdown Urged on Price Conspiracies by Truman Era
President Truman urged industry, business, and agriculture to curb rising prices, urged by dangers of inflation. Attorney General Clark orders anti trust division to probe price fixing in food, clothing, housing, aiming to crack down if conspiracies exist. CIO Full Employment Committee pushes Congress to restore price controls or voluntary reductions, while round tables and reconversion talks face skepticism. The Veterans Administration cautions staff after injuries from swivel chairs. The ongoing battle in Washington signals continued inflation concerns.
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Infantile Paralysis Disease and Its Effects
Dr O'Brien explains infantile paralysis a polio virus infection of the spinal cord. It mainly affects children but can strike adults, with fever stiffness and muscle weakness as early signs. Severe cases cause permanent nerve damage, with no cure or guaranteed prevention. recovery varies and support groups promote rehabilitation and care for victims.
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Time Study Shows Electric Light Use Across States
A garbled study note describes widespread evening activity and electric light usage across various states. It highlights data on electrical consumption, writer involvement, and regional patterns, though the text remains unclear in places.
Open Forum expresses interest in Bree Zoo marble game
Readers discuss a planned marble game at Bree Zoo in Utepat and potential future events. The note invites public input, mentions an exhibition and a restricted gambling policy, and signs off with Thomas K. Buchanan.
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Argentine Peronism Clouds Rio Conference Outlook
Washington columnist notes the Rio de Janeiro conference will focus on arms, sanctions, and treaties, but the key issue is how the Argentine delegation behaves under Peron. The speech and policy shifts raise questions about Argentina's commitment to pacifist principles and UN ideals while U.S. aid and guarantees loom as leverage. The piece flags Peru and U.S. diplomacy, with Truman officials reshaping the state department and Peron’s rhetoric contrasted with concrete action.
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Fake Hollywood Souvenirs Flood Tourism Trade
Hollywood reporters detail a surge of counterfeit Indian and Egyptian themed relics sold to tourists. Vendors tout authentic looks, from arrowheads to scarabs, with machines mass producing “imperfections” to mimic handmade artifacts. Industry figures and actors join the loophole, while fans chase novelty across markets and studios.
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