Reds To Probe Movie Industry Hearings Face Byrnes Appointment
Washington hears that a probe of the motion picture industry will resume later this year. Former secretary Byrnes named US special counsel to the industry, while Rep Rankin asserts the committee will not be intimidated. Charges allege Democratic officials pressed stars to promote films with anti-Communist themes as viewers await details on Byrnes’ fee from film houses.
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Congress approves 1948 Agriculture Appropriations bill
The 1948 Agriculture Appropriations bill passed the House 318 to 38. It provides 341 million dollars, a 28 percent cut from Truman’s request. Iowa reps largely supported final passage while Thomas E. Martin joined a revolt by 12 Midwest Republicans to return the bill for higher funding.
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Iowan absolved of horse doping charges at Maywood race
Hollis Regur of Keo is exonerated after the Maywood pacer C D Gratian won the third race on May 23 and tests showed only traces of caffeine insufficient to fake a win. The board also postponed hearings on Frank Bowler of Pocamoke Maryland, accused of misrepresenting horse ownership and race fixing at Maywood and Northville Downs. Highway officials reported 138 faulty cars in a Waverly, Iowa spot check, about one in four requiring work for public safety.
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Red Star Urges Soviet Vigilance For War Effort
Red Star editorial calls for battle preparedness and vigilance across Soviet territory as the nation mobilizes for wartime goals. It stresses all forces of the people are pledged to fulfill Generalissimo Stalin's postwar objectives and readiness.
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No Major Epidemic In A Generation, Statistician Observes
New York reports Dr. Louis T. Dublin notes progress in public health on the AMA centennial eve. He cites a century with no major epidemics, lower death rates, and declines in typhoid, diphtheria, and tuberculosis, while recalling past scourges like yellow fever and cholera.
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Hoof and Mouth Disease Discussed By Veterinarians
Southeastern Town Veterinary Medical Association met Tuesday evening at the Brazledon hotel with about 35 doctors attending. Dr. Mossman of Lone Tree serves as president. Presentations covered Scientific Swine Raising and Hoof and Mouth Disease in Mexico, noting rising risk near the United States and how birds and clothing can spread it. The group discussed costs and government responses, and a round table addressed practice concerns.
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Private Frosh Completes Radio Mechanics Course in Japan
Private Frosh, son of Mr and Mrs Cesilshwan resides at 405 Adams Street Mount Pleasant, completed a twelve week course in Radio Mechanics at Kanoya Army Air Base Communications School Kanoya Japan under Captain Lester W Porter and Colonel Hugh A Parker. He is returned to Johnson Army Air Base where he was assigned prior to the course.
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Disease toll eased as vaccines curb old plagues
The article notes many diseases that once caused heavy deaths in Ile have been stamped out or reduced to minor levels. It highlights progress in public health, attributing declines to vaccines and improved medical care.
Hillsboro Vacation Bible School to Close Friday
Hillsboro reports a Vacation Bible School enrollment of 41 will close Friday June 6 with a union Sunday School picnic in the park. Bad weather may delay dinner served in the Baptist church basement. Everyone invited to bring lumah engl atte exce ptable servion. Miss Katherine Eye of Hannibal Missouri visited H H Eyre home Thursday evening. Eyre is superintendent of nurses at Levening hospital in Hannibal. Missionary society to meet June 4 for an all day meeting at Mrs Dewey Prestley home with Mrs Leni Sanderson assisting. Sian Kerr of Champaign Illinois visiting J J Wilson home. Mr and Mrs Elon McCabe visiting before entering some Mer soho.
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