York Builds Homes for Veterans Amid Postwar Boom
In York Pennsylvania a drive to house returning servicemen yields 618 new houses in 1946 plus 481 converted units, with 1 200 planned for 1946 and 1 800 for 1947. Mayor Snyder forms an emergency housing committee and builders cut profits to meet quotas amid material shortages. Veterans praise the effort as neighborhoods rise with new two bedroom bungalows and converted apartments.
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Buffalo
Ohio
Hagertown
Chamber of Commerce
Richard Mann
Donald Groat
Germany
Groats
H. W. Dietz
AFL leadership race heats up at national convention
AFL executive council rivalry centers on George Meany and William Hutcheson as potential successor to William Green. Rumors say John L. Lewis may push for himself, while UMW’s Tom Kennedy could gain from a coalition. Green’s ill health is noted amid House Un-Americanism testimony.
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Stassen Stalin interview prompts critical press debate
Western Newspaper Union commentary argues Stassen’s Moscow visit and Stalin press handling show propaganda aims. It critiques censorship, press access, and the Tribune's accreditation, noting political spin and publicity tactics shaping American coverage.
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