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Miners Gain Big Pay And Benefits Amid Coal Industry Struggles
The piece weighs John L. Lewis claims of wage rises from 88 cents to 1.95 per hour and $73 weekly take home against coal’s shrinking market share. It notes retirement and health benefits, paid vacations, and the lagging demand as coal loses to oil and gas. It questions whether aggressive tactics harmed long term industry health.
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Wall Street Journal
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Lewis
Navy commander cites distance for atom blast survivability
Comdr Eugene Tatum told a House committee that a man in ordinary clothes at one end of a long Washington airport runway a mile and a fifth away would avoid serious injury from an atom bomb. The Atomic Energy Commission disputes this, saying flash burns could be serious at two miles and radiation sickness could be fatal.
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Eugene Tatum
Navy
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Washington Airport
U. S. Atomic Energy Commission
Hiroshima
Nagasaki
Tatum
Vaughan Acknowledges Unethical Image Yet Defends Pleasing Two
General Harry Vaughan says his actions are viewed as unethical in many quarters but he need only please two people his wife and President Truman. He adds he has suggested what others can do and invites reader interpretation.
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Harry Vaughan
Truman
Dentist demonstrates brushing technique on patient and family
Dr. John, 26, recounts a dental encounter with Dr. Crane. He brushed a patient’s teeth for 10 minutes and charged $10. The patient then brushed six relatives at home and referred others, becoming a zealot for proper dental hygiene.
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Crane
The Teeth as Foundation of Health and Youth
The article links dental health to overall wellbeing, warning root infections can trigger arthritis heart trouble and even epilepsy. It urges proper brushing and regular checkups and argues youth relies on a diet of tough foods rather than soft fare like mashed potatoes and gravy.
Labor unions push pooling of resources to win strikes
Washington writer argues that a joint fund by the CIO led by Phil Murray and United Mine Workers head John L. Lewis to bankroll labor actions could resemble executive power and risk government control. He warns such pooling may invite antitrust scrutiny and tax issues and could hurt consumers.
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Phil Murray
CIO
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers Union
America
Messrs. Lewis and Murray
Veteran driver jailed for assault after stop failure
In New York City a bus driver who refused to allow an offload was arrested after grabbing a passenger by the neck and flinging him to the street causing serious injuries. He pled guilty but sought leniency citing wartime service. the judge rejected it and sentenced him.
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New York City
The Vowvaver in New York City
Hal Boyle laments dime-a-dozen press agents and flashy promotions in New York. He jokes about being surrounded by glamorous luncheons while inwardly craving authentic meaning and inner character. The piece satirizes hype over substance in modern life.
Employers consider mechanisms to shield firms from strikes
The discussion suggests using trade associations or mutual insurance schemes to fund losses from labor disputes. Tax implications and the risk of losing tax exemptions restrain such moves. The piece notes leaders like John Lewis and Phil Murray may be exploring options, warning regulation could grow if unions’ powers are misused.
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John Lewis
Phil Murray
United Front
Draft Evasions Reap War Service Privilege Claims
The speaker notes many so called wartime leniency pleas come from drafted men not volunteers. He argues that those who tried to avoid service now seek special privileges, while many claim immunity because they served.
No Intent to Detract Expressed
The speaker states clear lack of intention to detract in their remark. The brief note emphasizes a respectful stance and discourages any interpretation of counterproductive criticism. No further context provided.
Special Privileges for Voluntary War Dead
The text laments that voluntary enlistees who died in Europe are granted special privileges like housing and shelter despite their sacrifice. It contrasts their assured sleep under a cross with the housing shortages faced by the living, highlighting a perceived disparity in support.
Patriotism as a Test of Character and Privilege
The passage argues patriotism should reflect character not laziness. It asserts serving one’s country is a privilege earned by virtue, not a casual or coercive obligation. It condemns hollow patriotic claims and defends serious national service as meaningful.
Teen Teeth Health Advice From Dr Crane
Health notes warn 45 percent of people are anemic and iron rich foods are needed to keep red corpuscles normal. If chewing is hard, iron intake drops and symptoms rise. The piece urges young readers to care for teeth, consider artificial sets, and even write to Dr Crane for psychological charts with a stamped return envelope.
Mercator Coined Atlas From Mythical Libyan King
The cartographer Mercator explained that the word atlas stems from the legendary Libyan King Atlas, not from the Greek Titan who supposedly bore the world. The name reflects a collection of maps rather than a divine burden.
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Mercator
Atlas
Libia
Devaluation of the pound and its US effects
A reader asks about devaluing the pound and its impact. The columnist suggests US buyers may discounts on British cars, American exports fall, and Congress may cut funds for Europe amid economic strain. The piece ends with a self-aware note on clarity.
Fresh Start Promised for Genevieve Kemble
Genevieve Kemble notes suggest a fresh start in new fields or novel ideas, with potential thrills and both risk and reward. Caution urged on rash impulses and small leaks. Those born today may pursue unique talents and ambitious projects in unfamiliar places.
A Bold Claim on Bathrooms and Political Ambition
The writer jokes that true success is measured by bathroom count in a democracy, suggesting a politician or a dull walk-up life marks greatness by plumbing rather than wealth or tax scrutiny. The satire contrasts vanity with public esteem and hints at meeting prominent figures once the bathroom milestone is reached.
Devaluation Pound Speculation Hits Debates Across Nations
A speaker contemplates the effects of devaluation on the United States and England. He notes risk to blue chips and asks what change will mean for both economies. Confidence is high but the plan to explain it succinctly remains uncertain and costly.
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Glenn Frank
England
United States
W.C.T.U
Congress
Engana
Government plans to raise costs spark wage pressure
The remarks argue that increased living costs will hit those already struggling, provoking demands for higher wages. The text suggests government must counter devaluation with decisive policy to avoid economic harm.
Hospital Bed Sought by Middletown Family in Need
In Middletown a father of eight with liver cancer needs a hospital bed he and his wife cannot afford. They request only a borrowable or affordable bed, not charity, hoping readers can help locate one through the Here and There column.
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Middletown
Rising Trend of Government Employment
The article cites Solomon Fabri cant's study from the National Bureau of Economic Research claiming one in nine U.S. workers is a government employee. It notes a 1900 base of about one million and a 1900–1948 growth of 450–500 percent in government payrolls versus ~120 percent total employment, with most functions expanding and concerns about tax burdens and private employment displacement.
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United States
Solomon Fabricant
National Bureau of Economic Research
Fabricant
New York State
New York
Debutante Ashtray Gag Sparks Manhattan Social Stunts
A tongue in cheek note on social climbers in Manhattan using a long haired debutante and an ashtray from the Stork Club as props. The piece hints at social engineering and a fast town where people fear yawning to avoid a metaphorical plug.
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Stork Club
Manhattan
Bing Crosby
Inward Echoes of a Fame-Seeking Press
A witty blurb notes Sam Goldgin lampooned for his fame by newspapers. Twelve press agents congratulate the lucky man as he plans a two month vacation and requests a raise to $400 a week, which he declines.
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Sam Goldgin
Goldgin
New York City Tag Game Reflects City Image
A worn city guide to New York mocks labels and fame in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The piece notes a Brooklyn resident called a bum and a factory worker labeled a little fellow, while a divorce suit frames a wool magnate as a blonde ewe.
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Hubbub-On-The - Hudson
Brooklyn
Brunett
New York
New Jersey
Habitual guessers and civil contracts in daily life
A psychologist notes people are poor guessers, and at the race track many habitual guessers are poor. The piece remarks that marriage is a civil contract and sometimes the contract is the only civil element in it.
Little Encouragement Likely From Usual Sources
A terse update notes that expectations for support remain modest and hinge on standard channels. The text implies reliance on familiar or traditional providers for reassurance or aid, with limited anticipated new assistance.
Political push and union resistance to Hoover payroll cuts
The passage notes that voters and their kin have a vested interest in government jobs and payrolls. It highlights strong political resistance to Hoover reports from government employee organizations opposing payroll reductions, including their lobbying efforts.
Government payroll and public employment growth debate
Fabricant argues that government absorption of functions did not greatly expand employment. He notes public service employees rose slowly with population, suggesting socialized production was not a major factor. He warns the payroll becomes politically risky to cut, potentially hindering efficiency in government operations.
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Fabricant
Questions And Answers In A Classic Q A Style
A set of trivia style Q A items covers etymology of caddie from Scotland to French cadet the old sense of an errand boy which names the golf helper. It also notes Mercury as the closest planet to the sun and its rapid 30 mile per second motion. It concludes with Antietam Sharpsburg as a contested draw with both sides claiming victory.
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