Congress faces choice on inflation and control laws
Six weeks into the second session of the 80th Congress the nation faces higher prices and eroding purchasing power. The piece criticizes the lack of effective inflation tools, accuses lawmakers of political games, and notes pressure toward government controls and rationing. It also highlights opposition from Midwest isolationists and mentions Margaret Truman’s Washington debut and reported contract.
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Washington
Truman
GOP
Margaret Truman
Constitution Hall
Margaret
Missouri
Smart Budget Meats: Add Vegetables to Stretch Dishes
The piece urges smaller meat portions and richer vegetable sides to save money. It notes rising meat prices and scarcity, recommending multiple vegetable components to balance meals while keeping satisfying main dishes within budget.
Lynn Chambers Menu: Vegetable Pie and Chicken-Style Dishes
Recipe pages present Vegetable Pie with a peanut butter crust and multiple vegetable dishes, including Vegetable Loaf and Macaroni Stuffed Peppers, with step by step ingredients and directions. Also includes a note from Lynn on appliance care and defrost tips for refrigerators and sewing machines.
Senator Wherry Celebrates Victory Over OPA
Nebraska senator Kenneth Spicer Wherry known for his stern stance against the OPA claims credit for halting inflation. He hails from Pawnee City Nebraska a small town and maintains business ties in nearby communities. He has kept a low profile in the inflation debate.
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Kenneth Spicer Wherry
Nebraska
Senate
OPA
Senator Wherry
Railroads Cite Freight Car Shortage Blames Management Not War
The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad argues freight car shortages stem from poor management and deliberate slowdowns rather than the war. It notes railroads have not bought as many cars as they junked since 1925 and that promotions of slow freights curb competition. Wheat and farm goods sit awaiting cars as this unfolds.
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Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad
Citrus boosts flavor in sandwich spreads
A tip from WIN Features suggests adding a dash of orange juice to various spreads such as cheese, ham, or peanut butter to improve flavor and ease of spreading. The piece also cautions on electrical appliance safety and vacuum cleaner maintenance.
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WIN Features
California
Sunkist
Hollywood Notes: New Deals and Cast Additions Hit Parade of Films
Industry news highlights Michael Curtiz testing Florence Marly for Romance in High C and Thomas Gomez joining Key Largo with Bogart and Bacall. Florence Marly’s Sealed Verdict stalls autographs. E Claude Mills backs Tanga Neeka with Hallicrafters radio broadcast plans. Bobby, LeRoy Prinz, and Dennis Morgan projects noted along with CBS and Shirley Booth possibilities and Point Sublime February 2nd ABC airing.
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Robert Montgomery
Merle Oberon
Lucien Ballard
Lake Tanganyika
E. Claude Mills
Dennis Morgan
Kirsten
Danny Kaye
London
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Walter Mitty
Brooklyn
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Shirley Booth
Shirley
Miss Duffy
Point Sublime
Cliff Arquette
Mel Blanc
ABC
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