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Social Security Reform Faces House Senate Split
The House has passed a plan expanding coverage and boosting old age benefits funded by higher payroll taxes, while the Senate finance committee plans five years without new taxes. The two measures diverge on disability insurance and revenue, complicating a conference committee. If benefits rise and a recession hits, the Social Security fund may be strained as more workers join the rolls.
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House
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Senate House Conference Committee
Why Washington Enables Credit Ties With Argentina
An opinion notes that U S relations with Russia waned after World War I then rose 1933 1945 and fell again, a cycle mirrored with Argentina. It cites Peron’s expropriation fears and business harassment, plus his move to modify stance to obtain 125 million dollars in credits from Washington, arguing U S aid hinges on mutual advantage and willingness to cooperate.
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Russia
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Argentina
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China
Uncle Sam
The Wife Worths in Numbers Debate by Gordon Willis
A Delaware bank vice president estimates a farmer's wife at 60 000 dollars using 2400 dollars yearly earnings capitalized at four percent. He extends by multiplying 2400 by 35 or 50 years to show wives worth 80 000 to 120 000. The piece ponders reactions of wives husbands and bankers to such economics.
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Gordon Willis
Delaware
Willis
Worry Clinic tale shows a farm boy and a mule tragedy
Sammy a South farm boy drives a two mule plow when the mule is injured. His father’s blunt anger and a note of apology reveal a lack of parental praise. Ten years later Sammy is a broken drunkard, illustrating how hunger for approval shapes a child’s life.
Truman proposes private loan insurance system for equity capital
David Lawrence outlines President Truman's plan to create national investment companies aided by government insurance to provide equity capital and long term loans for firms unable to access markets. The program would shift loan risk to private investors, with the government as insurer, while reducing federal financing agencies and preserving private enterprise in credit.
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Washington
Truman
Congress
Bank
MR. Truman
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Federal Reserve Bank Authority
Cinderella legend traced to ancient times in Psammetichus tale
The tale of Cinderella dates back to at least 610 B C in the legend of Pharaoh Psammetichus who ordered a search for the owner of a leather sandal dropped by an eagle. He found her and made her queen.
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Cinderella
Pharoh Psammetichus
Wealthy Stockholder Leaves Farm for Animals
A New Jersey stockholder who recently died left twenty thousand dollars to fund a farm for dogs cats horses and other animals. In New York a war veteran saved a two year old girl from a five story fall after the child had been taken from his home. The veteran’s act follows earlier removal of his two children by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Reports say crowds gathered at meetings as religious interest surges and Easter messages mingle with Christmas wishes. The piece ends with reflections on human justice and charity.
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Sammy
New Jersey
New York City
Judith Meyers
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Refusal to Attend Swanky Charity Dinner Event
A reader notes declining a charity affair priced at $25 per couple with a swanky vibe. Ten dollars covered dinner, fifteen donated to charity. half of liquor proceeds to the cause. The piece prefaced a report on a nationwide religious revival and revival meetings gaining momentum.
Observations On Guests In City Hotel Lobbies
A columnist notes how metropolitan hotel lobbies reveal social behavior. Wealthy travelers pretend ease, feel watched, and overcompensate with subtle bragging and ritualized politeness, while bellboys expect tips and guests search for comfort amid unfamiliar elegance. Travel fatigue stems from performance, not tired feet.
May Planning Guidance Brings Caution in Complex Situations
Genevieve Kemble notes that Thursday May 1 may bring changes in plans objectives or associations under a complex uncertain outlook. Cautions include potential unsuitable contacts hidden factors miscalculations about capital costs and possible reductions in litigation or extravagance. Hold them to promises and consider birthday advisories urging prudent shifts in ambitions and associates.
Butte Slot Machines Crowd Montana Town
Hal Boyle notes a strong slot machine culture in Butte Montana with about 750 machines for a 50 000 population. He describes diverse players from businessmen to old ladies and housewives queuing around four machines as juke boxes drown out. The scene is silent and social tension flares when coins vanish and machines fail to pay out.
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Slot machines thrive in Montana saloons despite legality
Bartenders report free drinks while patrons stay at the slots. The machines are legal only in certain nonprofit groups, yet saloons dodge rules with "Thanatopsis Club" signs. Court challenges probe legality as operators recount big wins and personal losses from the gambling devices.
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Uncle Sam
Montana
Iowan Builds Brick Doghouse with Electric Heat
A resident constructed an eight by ten foot brick doghouse with electric heating. Science notes a snail’s pace at about 18 feet per hour if he sustains travel. The piece comments on common slow drivers and neighborly envy.
Horoscope Warning on Extravagance and Generosity
A dated forecast warns against extravagances and litigation while noting hazards to progress. It suggests a child born today may be large-hearted, generous, and prone to overindulging others, risking personal injury and loss through imposition.
Rumors, Rumors and a Song About People Will Talk
A Middletown man rumor proves greatly exaggerated as The Journal confirms the death report was false. The piece notes rumors arise from public behavior and work life. It closes with a light verse urging calm, caution, and doing as one pleases despite gossip.
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Post Office Reforms and Tone Shifts Raise Public Debate
George E. Sokolsky rails at a government mimeo on mail service cuts, arguing Hoover Commission plans would boost efficiency if enacted. He blames Truman for partial support and notes a broad congressional hesitation while lamenting a perceived decline in living standards and social tone.
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Congress
Surviving Change in Living Standards and Post Office Service
The speaker argues that daily mail and morning mail delivery cuts reflect declining American living standards. He links tax value to living measures and critiques the Post Office as costly with diminishing service, recalling the era of two-cent stamps and horse and buggy mail. He notes filthy streets and inadequate police presence as symptoms of broader public-effort breakdowns.
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New York
Matson Captures Butler Essay Contest Honors
Middletown High School senior Helen Matson won the Butler contest with her essay on Gen. Richard Butler. Second and third places went to Maria Wilson and Bernice Kling. Judges were Mrs. R. H. Marquis, Miss Flor ence Powell, and Miss Alice Lloyd. Mrs. J. E. Blair was named regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the annual election, with officers including Mrs. Leslie Raine, Mrs. Howard Monger, Mrs. F. W. Brosius, Mrs. W. H. Minton, Mrs. E. L. Banker, Mrs. Ned Ralston, Mrs. Jesse Vail, Miss Florence Evans, Mrs. H. O. Miller, and Miss Mary Zehring.
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Helen Matson
Middletown
Gen
Richard Butler
Butler County
Maria Wilson
Bernice Kling
R. H. Marquis
Florence Powell
Alice Lloyd
J. E. Blair
Daughters of the American Revolution
Leslie Raine
Howard Monger
Franklin
F. W. Brosius
W. H. Minton
E. L. Banker
Ned Ralston
Jesse Vail
Florence Evans
H. O. Miller
Mary Zehring
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