Truman Delivers Friendly State of the Union Amid Critics
President Truman in a conciliatory State of the Union stresses defense and economic stability as Korea remains volatile. He trims welfare push, vows to fix inflation laws, and faces Republican criticism as he pushes a graft cleanup plan amid election-year tensions.
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Nations Schools Face Crisis From Enrollments to Teacher Shortage
The nation’s schools confront a crisis due to rising enrollments, inflation, scarce building materials, and a teacher shortage. Educators say the economy can support defense funding for schools and insist schools are the first line of defense. A survey finds 8.5 million students lack adequate facilities and 400,000 miss a full school day amid multi-session schedules.
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Chenoa Welcomes Seibert and Sons Plant Expansion
Chenoa investors secure five acres on the east edge of town for a Seibert and Sons plant, adding more than 100 jobs. The factory to produce precision drills will train workers locally and boost community progress including a new recreation efforts group.
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Community Turns Back Clock Builds Mill Pond
GRANTSBURG Wis Through collective effort the town restored the Hickerson Roller Mill dam for recreation. Crews cleared brush leveled ground and moved dirt for the new dike and channel while 69 percent of residents volunteered. The reinforced concrete dam 52 feet long 10 feet six inches high will support a five foot walk and lighting for picnics baths and water sports this winter and spring work continues.
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Finishing Plant Becomes Bishopville's First Industry
Bishopville opens a rayon finishing and dyeing plant creating about 100 jobs. The company began hiring locals in December and is now training new workers for the facility.
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