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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1948
Page
2
Editorial note signals escalating regional tension as Arab nations gather for potential action while Vandenberg warns the United States about risks from the Soviet Union. The column frames forthcoming shocks and policy implications.
A fragmentary account describes Irgun Zvai Leumi attacking Jaffa in defiance of Haganah, with Arabs and Jews massing near Jerusalem for a potential battle over the holy city. Reports cite possible Arab invasion and UN attempts to safeguard Jerusalem, amid U.S. and U S S R foreign policy tensions and a push to curb Communism. A separate note mentions U S military aid questions and a high altitude bombing research program at Muroc air base in California.
General Omar N. Bradley told a Senate committee that the possibility of war appears higher now than three months ago driven by power politics against Russia. He cited ERP in Europe, shifts toward western democracies, and the risk of force if the Red Army seeks expansion. AEC also plans a nine million dollar cyclotron at Berkeley to vastly boost atomic research. Engineering on the atom-splitter proceeds, with completion in five years and output of high voltage atomic bullets. A new self identifying forged check by Burgess Smith is introduced that screams if tampered with.
The piece notes the 30 June expiry of the wage agreement between United Mine Workers and coal operators amid a temporary lull. It cites John L. Lewis’s strategy to exhaust coal reserves to strengthen bargaining, and links low coal stocks to broader industrial slowdowns and high food prices. It also covers Wisconsin economists on price drivers and Harold Stassen targeting the Oregon May 21 GOP primary.
Behind the shortage lies a familiar tale. Production rose but still falls short of demand as the waiting list for farm machinery remains long. In 1947 output rose 131 percent versus 1939 levels for tractors cream separators and other equipment.
A veteran correspondent recounts a 1939 wartime misstep at Wesermuende when a German base commander welcomed two reporters and mistook them for Goebbels aides. The essay also reviews the Woman’s Home Companion Garden Book praising narcissus nomenclature and gardening guidance.
Excess moisture from gas burning in rooms or unvented water heaters can cause dampness. Vent outdoor fumes, consider a waterproof concrete cellar floor or insulation beneath the first floor, and ensure all windows have well fitted storm sash.
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