Jewel Trove Theft at Kronberg Castle Stuns U S Army
An American soldier found a cache of royal jewels and historic heirlooms hidden in Kronberg Castle. The trove, valued at over 1.5 million, was transported to the United States by officers and their spouses now facing trial. The case strains Army honor amid Nazi looting history.
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Heifers as ambassadors spark New York appeal for relief
An advertisement in a Gotham newspaper asks for 5000 contributors to fund the Heifer for Relief program run by the Church of the Brethren. Since 1938, 17 heifers were sent to Puerto Rico and over 180,000 church members support shipping cattle to Europe to aid famine relief and build mutual goodwill.
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Long Wave Three returns GIs critique American hairdos
In a letter to the press three returned veterans mock American hair trends. They praise European methods for waving straight hair without cutting curls and urge U S beauty operators to adopt the European long wave to suit women who have traveled abroad. They warn American hairdressers face a missed opportunity as foreign brides arrive.
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Restoring Old Homes In Nation
A national revival of abandoned houses is under way as restorations blend old and new. Century old structures are revived with paint, windows, and doors, becoming sturdy homes likely to endure another century. The piece notes widespread revival and hopeful, durable craftsmanship.
Washington Calling: War Giants Gaining Economic Power
Senate small business committee findings show two thirds of manufacturing now run by 250 giant corporations. Postwar, these giants control facilities near prewar totals and spend most wartime research funds, shaping peacetime production and patent rights. Five groups dominate half of capacity, while small business suffers under inflation and OPA reforms.
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Just Folks KEEP BUSY If contented you would stay
Poem urges finding useful work to banish worry and sorrow. It counsels facing a dismal day with activity to restore joy, noting early lines about gloom and loneliness before advising constructive effort as a remedy.
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Edgar A. Gurst
Wet roads can cause wheel lock during braking
State Police explain that on wet highway surfaces wheels may lock when brakes are applied. The brakes slow the wheels but may not stop the car, which can slide forward like a sled due to reduced friction.
Words Of Wisdom Quote On Grace And Living Up To It
A concise aphorism notes that true grace comes from living up to the small measure one already holds. It attributes the idea to Brooks and frames personal growth as steady adherence to present grace.
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One Man's Opinion on 1948 GOP Prospects
Harold Ickes threatens to back Truman in 1948 if Republican nominees shun liberal positions. Harold Stassen faces political missteps in Nebraska. Dewey trims spending and taxes, appealing to conservatives but aggravating liberals. Taft's CIO voting complicates labeling him anti-labor.
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International News Service
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Harold Ickes
Looking At Life Dogs Or Cats Which Are Man's Best Friends
A 1946 column laments the dog cat debate sparked by a letter from a publisher praising his late 14 year old Tommie the cat. The writer doubts cats but muses about adopting one after Deuce the dog grows old. He recalls neighbors spying birds and a tomcat feasting, and shares a personal scene of Deuce grieving as the author heads to town, pondering whether cats or dogs are closer companions.
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Etiquette Hint on Engagement Rings
A etiquette note advises not to pressure a girlfriend about engagement rings. It suggests avoiding questions about future engagement or comments if she currently has no ring.
Father’s Day Reflections and West Coast Mood Passages
A nostalgic column recalls Father’s Day and June plans before July heat. A reader from Pittsburgh now in California notes LA humidity and dirt, misses home, and longs for back East chatter. The piece ends with pride in New Castle’s crowd and neighborly spirit.
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Great Game Of Politics Great Game Of Politics
Political commentary by Frank R. Ken published in The Baltimore Sun in 1946 analyzes the maneuvering and power struggles shaping public policy. It surveys key figures, parties, and institutions influencing legislative outcomes.
Jackson Court Blast May Bring Benefit
The piece argues that a public airing of the Jackson Black dispute could force higher ethics on the Supreme Court. It notes both justices resist retirement, questions impeachment, and suggests future appointments should favor merit over politics. A veteran observer says the court is at a low point but exposure might improve standards.
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Speech with Grace and Salt Reflects on Political Talk
A brief extract notes Colossians 4 6 urging gracious speech seasoned with salt to answer each person. It reflects on how politicians often fail to practice careful speech and thoughtful reply in public discourse.
Resignation of Ed Stettinius as UNO delegate sparks State Dept feud
Washington reports show a five year clash inside the State Department between Ed Stettinius and Dean Acheson. Acheson opposed Stettinius after key postings and a reshuffle propped Acheson into a frontline role. President Truman later moved Stettinius to the UN and left Acheson as undersecretary, amid broader departmental maneuvering.
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Government to keep soft coal mines under control after settlement
The government may continue operating the nation’s soft coal mines despite a contract settlement with John L. Lewis. The union controls the situation and will not release the mines until the UMW and operators sign agreements patterned on the government negotiated contract. UMW fears prompt contracts could undercut miners gains and officials hope navy surveys on sanitation and housing are completed first. Observers expect Lewis to delay signing until these provisions are fulfilled.
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Farm groups clash over Secretary Anderson Patton dispute
The maw farm organizations are in a row over Secretary of Agriculture Clinton P. Anderson and James G. Patton president of the National Farmers' Union. The dispute centers on policy and leadership within the farm sector.
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Marines fight to preserve corps in defense merger debate
General Roy S Geiger argues public opinion would reject merging forces and abolishing the Marine Corps in any plan to unite army and navy departments into a defense department. He cites Marine service in Pacific warfare and recalls the Marine hymn about fighting for the country on land and sea.
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Snyder Named Treasury Secretary In Truman Announcement
President Truman announced John W. Snyder as Secretary of the Treasury after first naming Pred M. Vinson to the Supreme Court. Snyder, seated near the President, was surprised by the unexpected appointment while Fred Vinson’s political career is noted for a single election loss in 1938.
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Fear of Thunder and Lightning in Children
The passage discusses how electric storms terrify many children and even some adults, with infants and young children vulnerable to shocks from thunder. It notes that fear can grow from stories of fires or death and suggests that prior fear of thunder increases fright at lightning. Continued on Page Five.
Baruch calls for world peace over atom bombs
From New York Bernard M Baruch urges a choice between the quick and the dead favoring world peace over destruction. St Louis Henry Wallace says wartime restraint is needed in industry to aid the war effort. Washington Senator Huffman objects to atom bomb testing saying it educates aggressors in atomic warfare.
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