Ideologies Clash in Occupation Korea Division Under Two Powers
A WNU column notes Korea split by a Stalin Roosevelt line with a pro American zone and a Communist zone. It discusses hopes, failed promises, and the need for a unified provisional government amid U.S. and Soviet influence, with General Hodge’s veto and calls for a coalition free of pressure.
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U.S.S.R
Blast Teacher Pay Debate Reflects Deep National Tensions
The speaker recalls New England roots and argues for higher teacher pay, citing contrasts between education and other public services. He shares letters from teachers and parents across states lamenting wages, home and school influences, and public attitudes toward education funding.
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New England
America
Europe
United States
Great Britain
California
Truman Aids Greece and Turkey in 400 Million Push
Congress backs President Truman's plan to lend Greece and Turkey 400 million dollars within a year to strengthen their economies, fund arms purchases, and train personnel. The policy marks a sharp shift from traditional American strategy amid growing tension with the Soviet Union and highlights the Middle East as a critical arena with oil interests. At the same time, Local 180 of the CNO-United Automobile Workers ends a 14 1/2 month strike at J I Case plants in Racine and Rock Island with wage gains and improved conditions.
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Truman
Middle East
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Turkey
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Iraq
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Germany
Cno-United Automobile Workers
J. I. Case
Racine
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Case
Rock Island
Ill
Burlington
Rockford
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John W. Gibson
FBI enters case in McNear railroad murder
Congressional concern over the shotgun killing of Pres. George P. McNear, head of the Toledo, Peoria and Western railroad, leads the justice department to authorize a federal inquiry after McNear testified before the House labor committee. Hartley says McNear accused the Brotherhood of inciting violence to seize the line. Brotherhood officials counter with critique of his railroading knowledge.
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Toledo, Peoria and Western Railroad
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Justice Department
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House Labor Committee
Hartley
Rep
N. J
Kefauver Bill Aims to Close FTC Merger Loophole
The FTC urges a Kefauver sponsored bill to curb monopoly creating mergers and asset purchases. Since 1940 about 1800 companies have been absorbed through purchases or mergers despite Clayton Act limits. The bill would empower FTC to rule on mergers and prevent asset based acquisitions.
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Kefauver
Dem
Tenn
FTC
Competition Coming Lower Costs and Prices Advised
The Commerce Department warns of intense postwar competition as more retailers enter the market. To survive and stay profitable, business leaders should cut costs and lower prices, review pricing policies, and include markdowns, damage, and theft in cost calculations.
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Washington
Department of Commerce
Frederick M. Bernfield
Bank Robbers Foiled By Bank Manager Alarm Trick
Detroit bank robbers Andrew Firth and Richard Firth, ages 28 and 27, netted $61,230 before being captured at gunpoint as they fled rear doors. Bank manager Robert Burns directed a vault handle and triggered the burglar alarm, enabling police to arrest the men within minutes. brother Woodrow Firth was later detained. FBI and police said the pair confessed to 26 prior robberies across Detroit area, aiming to end their crime careers with the caper.
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Robert Burns
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FBI
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Marvin Lane
Lane
Treasury Rules On G I Bill Exemptions For Parents
Treasury ruling allows a parent to claim an exemption for a son receiving more than 500 from Veterans Administration for G I Bill education if the parent furnishes over half the son's support. Gifts such as tuition paid directly to schools do not count as taxable income.
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Washington
Treasury
Veterans’ Administration
Grandmother Finally Earns Her Bachelor’s Degree
In Hillsdale Michigan 73 year old Anna Slaybaugh Emerson of Middlesex New York finished the remaining nine hours of coursework via correspondence to earn her A B degree from Hillsdale College. The student started in 1890 and left in 1893 to marry, completing the final requirements recently.
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Hillsdale
Mich
Hillsdale College
Anna Slaybaugh Emerson
Middlesex
N. Y
Fancy Trimmings for Men Return to Style
Philadelphia reports a fashion forecast from the International Association of Clothing Designers predicting a resurgence of color and fancy trimmings for men. Canary yellow sports outfits, bright tuxedos, striped business suits, and pleats with gathers and tucks are noted as returning trends.
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Philadelphia
International Association of Clothing Designers
Museum of the American Circus Planned for Sarasota Florida
Sarasota announces accelerated plans for the Museum of the American Circus. Ringling Museum director A Everett Austin Jr confirms state approval of converting John Ringling's building into a circus art museum. The project will receive construction funds in the Ringling budget for legislative approval in April with exhibits spanning 19th century circus art and 1947 performers including clowns, midgets, aerialists, and Wallendas.
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Sarasota
Fla
Florida
Museum of the American Circus
Ringling Museum
A. Everett Austin Jr
State Board of Control
John Ringling
Frontal Thunderstorms To Be Studied by Government
Weather Bureau chief Francis W. Reichelderfer announced a six month study starting April 1 to investigate frontal thunderstorms from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic coast. The Clinton County Ohio army air field will host flights by army and navy planes to measure storm characteristics, with radar ground observations also used.
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Washington
Rocky Mountains
Atlantic Coast
Weather Bureau
Francis W. Reichelderfer
Clinton County
Ohio
Army Air Field
Army
Navy
Cars of Revolutionary Design From Russia Reported
Tass news agency said Russia is developing passenger trains buses and automobiles with revolutionary design and high speeds. The Transport Research Institute plans a 50 passenger bus at 120 mph powered by an air cooled aircraft engine. Factories will produce frameless airplanes built autos with rudder steering by the end of the five year plan.
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London
Russia
Tass
Transport Research Institute
Gang Smashed in Munich as Robbery Ring Is Taken Down
The military government said a wave of armed robberies in Munich was broken up by the arrest of an American soldier and two Germans and the killing of a fourth gang member.
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Munich
Special medals cost government 4900 dollars for Pershing and Mitchell
Washington notes it will cost the government 4900 dollars to mint the special medals voted for General John J. Pershing and the late Billy Mitchell. The announcement outlines the expense as part of honoring two military figures.
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Washington
John J. Pershing
Billy Mitchell
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