Judicial views on legislative history in a fair trade ruling
The piece discusses how courts interpret statutes by seeking enacted meaning rather than legislative history. It cites Holmes on not inferring what legislators meant but what the statute means and notes Justice Jackson's cautious stance on using committee reports, floor debates, or political context to interpret law.
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Holmes
Supreme Court of the United States
Jackson
Mr. Toulan
Mr. Acheson
Chete
McNaught Syndicate
Inei
New Era No 347 Empire State mast marks TV era
New era report describes a 222 foot television mast atop the Empire State Building in New York City. The $1,000,000 installation expands coverage to about 50 or 60 miles and aims to reduce ghost images. It notes limited range of early TV and jokes about audience reception and commercials.
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Empire State Building
New York City
Former Senators oppose former support on installment limits
Former Senator Scott Lucas of Illinois and former Senator Francis Myers of Pennsylvania now criticize credit restrictions from the Economic Controls Law they backed. Lucas says the auto installment curb fails to meet aims and should go. Myers argues regulation raises inflation by limiting purchases of washing machines, refrigerators, and furniture.
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Scott Lucas
I Ilinois
Francis Myers
Pennsylvania
Cupid Hill
Lucas
American Finance Conference
Myers
National Foundation For Consumer Credit
America Tests A Bombs to Maintain Peace, Phila Inquirer
The Philadelphia Inquirer editorial reviews postwar atom bomb tests from Bikini to present, contrasting past and present tests, noting Soviet observers, distances of flashes, and shifts toward defensive studies. It argues the US never uses atomic weapons unless attacked and condemns fearmongering.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Uncle Sam
Bikini
Gordon Desn
AEC
David Lillenthal
Georgian
Russia
Hiroshima
Nagasaki
Hikini
Ang
America
Itussin
Baeck- Yard
Wort
Washington Calling on War Paralysis and Loyalty Attacks
Marquis Childs argues the United States faces a paralysis in loyalty programs and war preparedness. He cites accusations against loyal Americans, wartime collaborations with the Soviet Union, and the chilling effect on government service. He notes attempts at inquiry commissions and reminiscences of Marshall, Nimmo, and Swing amid political smear campaigns.
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Soviet Union
Kiawpelf
Ha E
Raymond Swing
Swirk
Header's Digest
Saturday Evening Post
Liberty Network
Swing
United States
FBI
Joe McCarthy
Wisconsin
George C. Marshall
The Parent Problem by Garry C Myers Ph D
A Midwest forum reveals a bedtime discipline issue where a four year old resists sleep. The discussion covers strategies from setting clear limits to withholding comforting rituals and considers risks of physical punishment.
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Garry C. Myers
Ph. D
Play fragment hints at missing performer Little Pansy
A fragmentary item references a child performer known as Little Pansy in a stage production with lines about costume prep and absence. The piece notes the six year old will not be in the show and includes a clipped, nonsensical lyric style tease tied to a specific community page.
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Litle
Pansy
Wyon
Hegradhe
State Police Urge Safe Intersection Driving
State Police remind motorists that no automatic vehicle right of way exists at intersections. Do not proceed on a green light if there is any chance of danger and always stop when an accident seems possible. A green light invites safe passage but does not guarantee it.
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Amel
Mrs. Myers
Myers
Vin
Homer
East 45Th Street
New York
Jeader
Toy Balloons Break the Iron Curtain Message Reach
Inside Washington reports that Marshall Plan funded puppet shows and color balloons carried goodwill messages from Western Europe into Soviet bloc nations. Balloons released in Denmark traveled as far as East Germany and Russia, prompting Soviet warnings of danger and Western accusations of propaganda.
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Washington
Free World
Europe
United States
Western Europe
France
Belgium
Germany
Denmark
Sweden
Western
Copenhagen
Denmayå
Lem
East Germany
Poland
Hungary
Austria
Czechoslovakia
Lithuania
Russia
Bible Thought And Enticing Words Warn Against Deception
A fragment references Colossians 2 4 5 warning believers to guard against deceptive teachings while affirming companionship in spirit and the steadfast faith in Christ. The line echoes religious exhortation and unity in doctrine.
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Christ
Weekend Fishing Outing Off Pennsylvania Coast
A group from New Castle joined a 40 passenger boat trip off Pennsylvania coast during a warm weekend. Fishing began after a fish dinner as minnows hooked repeatedly, with the captain steering through the breakwater into smooth lake waters. Darkness fell after hours of sport, ending with a lively late night hush and shared stories among the party.
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Gonata
Pennsylvania
Lake Erie
New Castle
Unfriendly Friends Murmur on Acheson Future
Washington observers note ongoing uncertainty over Dean Acheson as Secretary of State. Friends and former supporters debate when he might leave, while Truman and Democratic leaders weigh political risk and loyalty amid ongoing criticism and concerns about public stance.
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Washington
Dean Acheson
Senate
Hay
Trueman
Blip
Worrying Inflation Yet Not the Costly Truths
Erich Brandeis argues worrying about inflation is common but ineffectual. He cites rising prices, lavish spending, and fearmongering by economists while noting women’s influence, politics, and the awkward balance of daily life in a chaotic economy.
One Man's Opinion by Walter Kiernan
Dad seemed very pleased with his Fathers' Day gifts. Probably won't complain a bit when the bills come in.
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Walter Kiernan
Dad
Health Talks by City Health Superintendent Womer
A scrambled item notes a local anecdote about a Grandad recounting bean shooter pranks in a spelling class. The piece references health ideas and nutrition with mentions of beans containing fats, minerals, and carbohydrates, and a narrator named Butch preferring a familiar plate.
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Grandad
Baton
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