Truman rhetoric and calls for world democracy criticized
The essay disputes President Truman's claim that the American people are determined to see a world where all nations govern themselves freely. It contrasts his vision with earlier leaders and notes public vote limits, arguing the people did not endorse such responsibility. It likens rhetoric to Kaiser Wilhelm’s arrogance and cites opposition to genocide and Indian history.
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Administration quarreling stalls new excess profits tax push
Capitol Hill debates reveal Secretary Snyder blocks a revived excess profits levy despite White House and economic advisors backing the plan. Treasury infighting over who speaks for policy fuels administration tensions as housing reform faces liberal opposition and a new middle income housing bill is drafted.
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Counterfeit Rings Flood U S With Bogus Bills
Secret Service reveals two separate rings, one in New York and one in Chicago, flood the nation with counterfeit $10 and $20 notes. New York suspects relate to millions in synthetic currency. Chicago operations spread coast to coast though rings are not connected.
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Ruling of Britisher Stealing Milk No Prank
London. Jenny Frances Clark an 18 year old typist appeared at Marl borough street magistrates court charged with taking three bottles of milk outside a dairy on her way home from a dance. She claimed it was a prank and the judge remanded her in custody for a week to learn more about the young woman described as lively and somewhat unruly.
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Live Ammunition Found In Army Post Scrap Pile
Army officials at the San Jacinto depot found about five percent of steel scrap shipments contained live ammunition. Col James W Frazer said shells ranged from 37 mm to inch. The live rounds were thought to originate from a camp near Waco.
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Change of Position
A humor strip line notes a secretary who marries and becomes her spouse's treasurer, revealing a twist in the couple’s roles and finances. The exchange hints at domestic partnership shaping business duties and status.
Dishing It Out and Picking Up the Pieces
Mae boasts she can carry 70 dishes with her left hand Fay counters and Mae replies to pick up the pieces as a retort Humorous exchange themed around balance and clever wordplay between Mae and Fay.
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