Government loosens wage and price controls for some increases
Washington reports new steps to ease wage and price restrictions, allowing raises up to ten percent above January 15 1950 levels and considering seven amendments to widen ceilings. Labor balks, with union leaders signaling ongoing board boycott. Retail price margins are set instead of unfrozen, aiming to curb inequities. A priority system for scarce materials is created, while a House committee warns of possible fivefold price surges without quick tax action.
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Washington
Eric Johnston
Bhallibe
Johnston
Wage Stabilization Board
Michael V. DiSalle
National Production Authority
Capitol Hill
Joint
Congressional Committee On the Economic Renert
Staf
Economic strain from re armament program dominates policy debate
Westminster report notes wage board may rely on an escalator clause urged by Stabilizer Johnston as inflation pressures rise. In Carroll County a man pleaded guilty to stealing a television and was sentenced to two years with suspended sentence for good behavior. State police and local officials handled the case and the set was returned. A Syria note describes a cultural shift with right to left writing and gendered dress norms.
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Johnston
Westminster
Harvey Clayton Colson
Taylorsville
Carroll County
J. N. Simmons
Charles Seipp
Maryland House of Correction
Preview of Spring Al State Flower Show in Baltimore
Maryland gardeners anticipate the 27th National Flower Show in Baltimore from March 3 to 10. Tens of thousands of forced blooms fill two acres of inner space at the 5th Regiment Armory, with exhibits from Holland, Hawaii, and South America. The event features historic boxwood from Virginia, a New England water wheel garden, vast tulip and hyacinth displays, Beltsville plant experiments, and top floricultural experts. Maryland Federated Garden Clubs plus 67 clubs will showcase, with 100 classes of ribbons, including table decorations and an Easter Bonnet category, under the American Society of Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists.
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Maryland
Baltimore
5Th Regiment Armory
Holland
Hawaii
South America
Virginia
New England
Department of Agriculture
Beltsville
Maryland Federated Garden Clubs
American Society of Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists
Florist Trade Explores New Floriculture Developments
Members of the florist trade review the latest scientific advances in floriculture and horticulture highlighting improved plant breeding, propagation methods, and disease control to boost floral industry efficiency and quality.
Easter Seals Go On Sale Through Mail Campaign
Frederick County updates show Easter Seals fundraising underway with Emmett R Bowlus leading the drive. He announced plans for the annual campaign to support work among crippled children and noted that Natoma Council No. 38, Daughters of Pocahontas, will participate in the local Easter Parade activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick County
Emmett R Bowlus
Natomia Council
No. 38
Daughters of Pocahontas
Daughters of Pocglontas plan street sale for crippled children
The Daughters of Pocglontas and Chippewa Tribe will sell miniature lines on streets and in stores to raise funds for crippled children. Frederick County Chapter of the Maryland Society for Crippled Children and Adults conducts the drive with a $5,000 goal, matching last year, supporting braces and the Frederick Central Paley School. The event references the 1931 StarSpangled Banner phrasing adopted by the Army and Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of Pocglontas
Chippewa Tribe
Improvi Vn Order of Hed Men
Frederick County
Maryland Society For Crippled Children
Frederick Gere‘tral Paley School
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Noxzema
G &. Bunting
Ph.g
Woxzema
Ts Witcher
Peculitar
Syria
George T. Stup
Adamstown
Berlin
Germany
Stup
6Th Infantry Regiment
VU. S
Lincoln Loan Service, Inc
W. Patrick St
Frederick, Md
the Medical Company
Maryland National Guard
Frederick
Robert H. Pilgram
Frederick, Maryland
State Armory
West Second Street
Eater
the News
Wednes
Congress
Ince
Sade
Blue Ridge
Pascadelphia
Clarksburg
Pittsburgh
B. C
Cae
AL S
U.S.A
Caggult
Edath
Coca-Cola Company
Coca-Cola Bottling CO
Irol N. Market
St. Frederick
The
Singer Sewing Center
North Market Street
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