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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1946
Page
4
Census data show resident homeowners rose by about 33 percent since 1940, reaching 20 million dwellings or 53 percent of occupied units, while tenant-occupied homes fell 11 percent. Observers warn demand will shift toward rental housing as shortages ease, with continued building and consumer demand signaling economic resilience.
W. A. Higginbotham of the Federation of Atomic Scientists warns Congress to seek details on germ and fission‑product warfare. He says passive defense could cost 309 billion dollars, but germ warfare could starve cities while radioactive materials trap people in shelters. He argues for secrecy to protect national defense.
Senator Capehart charges government silk sales to hosiery mills raise retail prices. First all silk hose hit New York stores with 45 gauge at 2.77 and 3.15 for sheer pairs, while some $5 items appear. Sales steady but no lines. consumers favor nylon and supplies of raw silk may rebound later.
The body of Dr Louis Slotin was flown to Winnipeg from Los Alamos New Mexico. Fellow scientists describe his death as a hero's sacrifice after a radiation accident. Seven others were injured. Project director N E Bradbury says Slotin leaped forward to shield colleagues. He died at 35 and his act is cited as evidence of science workers' risks. Diplomats debate Truman Stalin talks while comments mock the idea and war crimes tally is cited against Tojo and associates.
Washington dispatch recalls rumors over Edward Stettinius Jr resignation from the State Department. The piece calls his departure dignified and notes Hopkins proteges and the challenge of reforming the department. It discusses his role pre and during the Roosevelt era and the UN Conference prep.
A reflective poem contrasts personal gloom with a scarlet bird’s brave melody. The singer questions why grief weighs on them while the bird’s tune embodies life’s joy, urging resilience despite loneliness and pain.
The column opines on labor tensions between soft and hard coal miners while President Truman seeks to avert anticipated walkouts involving maritime workers and Ed Stettinius. It mocks U S diplomacy with Jimmie Byrnes, jokes about a school for diplomats, and notes plans to broadcast the atom bomb sound with undisclosed timing.
A humorous look at a newspaper chinchilla coat ad promising backyard breeding and potential $50,000 fur luxuries. The author laughs at costly pedigreed chinchillas offered for $825 each and calculates a $1,650 foundation cost, preferring simpler muskrat repairs for Christmas.
The State Police describe a defensive driver as careful to avoid personal driving errors, tolerant of others' faults, and not allowing weather, road conditions, pedestrians, or other drivers to cause an accident. The driver stays alert, anticipates danger, and acts early to prevent crashes while yielding when needed.
Town residents push for growth as 400 plus businessmen join the Greater New Castle Association and pledge to improve streets, storefronts, and the local economy. The writer urges avoiding rumors, urging dialogue with GNCA leadership and open meetings to discuss new business ventures benefiting the community.
The article discusses how visiting children with relatives on farms can burden grandparents and how parents should discipline and guide youths. It examines varied grandparent approaches from overprotective to highly effective, and stresses empathy, self discipline, and respectful dialogue with teenage grandchildren.
Washington analysts warn against Byrnes resignation while Europe’s peace hangs. They note his ties to Truman, possible Supreme Court nod if summer peace plan stalls, and lasting influence on foreign policy. Churchill’s iron curtain phrase is questioned as Kosanovic may have coined it.
A columnist cites a executive claiming married women harm office efficiency and urges balance with shared housework. He proposes limiting bridesmaids to traditional attire and questions maid of honor roles, inviting readers to seek advice from Miss Markel.
Three Lower House members from different parties condemn Civilian Production Administrator John D. Small for backing a six month strik e ban and arouse calls for his dismissal. They argue production restoration and inflation control hinge on limits to strikes amid war era shortages.
Secretary of War Robert Patterson demands extension of the draft stating the nation cannot buy security by avoiding reality. He warns that every region is within range of long-range bombers. Senator Robert Taft hints at presidential ambitions, saying he is not a candidate in 1948 but nor does he know anyone who ran away from the nomination.
Washington Attorney General Tom Clark blasts violations of anti trust laws and argues that fines paid in criminal suits are treated by many corporations as a fixed business expense. In Chicago Norman Thomas declares Nazi tyranny fallen but warns Soviet dictatorship seeks power with latent strength.
The Senate weighs scrapping exclusive union control of health and welfare funds funded by employers while allowing current contracts to run. Bills would limit funds to medical care life insurance and other employee welfare provisions and ensure employer cash for health isn t diverted to other uses. Supporters say measures protect workers while endorsing social obligations of business and the Social Security program. Presented by the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin.
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