Experts Split on Recession Outlook and Wage Debate
Washington experts warned of tougher months ahead with a slow recovery likely not until 1962. Congress faces Kennedys plans for a higher minimum wage and expanded unemployment benefits, while Republicans oppose broad coverage and permanent employer tax hikes. Hearings opened the Senate House Economic Committee week.
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Kennedy era economy testimony forecasts limited growth
Hearings on economic message Eisenhower sent to Congress January 18 and Kennedy’s economy messages to Capitol Hill portrayed a Kennedy aligned tone. The testimony forecast minor improvements this year but warned of potential deterioration if action is not taken. Esenhauer predicted a coming period of sound growth after faltering performance.
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Designs Helmet For Firemen
VERNON Calif AP Every body knows hr firemen wear red suspenders but Paul Pribble can t figure out why they wear those screwy looking helmets So Fireman Pribble has invented a helmet to provide real protection His working model resembles the helmets worn by motorcycle caps A transparent shield snaps on protecting the face from the bottom of the nose up Another shield around the sides and back from ear to ear protects the neck The old helmet he says doesn t always see a man From head injuries skull fractures Pribbles helmet is made of reinforced Fiberglas lined with plastic foam.
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City faces steep winter paving costs and repairs
Public works chief Bernard L. Werner warns winter expenses may triple last season and thaw damage will push paving plans beyond 1 million dollars. Snow removal funds come from other accounts, mainly the Bureau of Highways, while repairs cut into new project budgets. In Newport News, the USS Shark submarine is commissioned as the fastest in the world, joining the US fleet with Atlantic Fleet band in attendance.
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Snow removal costs hit Baltimore as city spends $1.25 million
Baltimore officials report snow clearing operations have cost the city about $1.25 million so far, outlining the heavy toll from recent storms. The figure covers street plowing, salting, and related maintenance as crews clear major arteries and residential streets.
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Powered submarine joins Skipjack class service
A noted defense milestone marks the third high speed Skipjack submarine placed in service. Paris report notes unusual consumption patterns as a French consumer survey shows car spending exceeds home rental by 15 percent and tobacco exceeds household appliance spending by 30 percent. Queen Elizabeth II arrives in Rawalpindi on a state visit.
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