States Expand Unemployment Insurance Under Social Security Act
Washington reports the Social Security Board estimates unemployment insurance coverage will reach about 80 percent of wage earners in ten states and 90 percent when all are covered. Twenty-three laws have been passed since July with employer contributions largely, some using straight pooled funds. Maximum benefits hover around 15 dollars weekly, with discharge for misconduct or voluntary quitting affecting eligibility. Nationwide contributions deposit nears $66 million with 17.39 million covered workers across states.
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Noise Prank Sparks Protests In Radio Stunt
A broadcaster dropped a ripe watermelon from a 12 foot ladder in a stunt described as the loudest realistic sound effect. The event sparked protests from listeners and was never repeated. Behind the scenes, networks used other sound effects that underplayed or misfired.
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City Receives First Measurable Snow of Winter
A inch and a half snowfall covers streets and lawns as State Roads plows operate. Traffic is cautious with skids reported but no serious accidents. Temperature peaks at 33 and drops to 15 then warms. and a colder spell is forecast for tonight with colder weather Saturday. The note ends with an aside about Aztec fed turkeys in Mexico.
End of the Costly Maritime Strike Reaches Resolution
San Francisco February 4 The costly maritime strike ends after 96 days with 40 000 workers and 230 ships set to resume. Union leaders report overwhelming approval of the agreements as business losses are tallied at millions daily and cargo movements prepare to restart nationwide. Shipping, lumber, and fruit shipments are poised to rebound across the Pacific coast with ships arriving and cargoes awaiting movement.
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Maine Lawmaker Seeks Move to November Election
August Maine February 4 Florence Thurston a Bethel Democrat proposes constitutional amendment to shift state elections from September to November arguing two ballots yearly are unnecessary and costly. She cites Weather vane role in national elections and notes broad legislative rejection of similar plans for decades.
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James A. Farley
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Florence Thurston
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Jake
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