Washington Theater Loss Signals End of Legitimate Era
A Washington feature traces the citys theater history from early Washington theaters through the National theater, noting segregation debates over audiences and the rise of film. It discusses Lincoln Ford theater era and presidents habit of attending shows, and ties civil rights to potential closing of the National theater.
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Truman Barkley Rise for Democrats After 30th Convention
The Philadelphia convention ends with Truman’s nomination and Barkley chosen for vice president. Liberal civil rights planks anger southern conservatives, sparking a southern revolt and a call for a special session of Congress. The party aims for unified, decisive victory in November.
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Pershing Dies at 87 After Illness at Walter Reed
Gen. John J. Pershing, veteran commander of the American expeditionary force in World War I and former general of the armies, died at 87 after an illness since February 1938. His death followed a blood clot reaching the lung. he was surrounded by family and his longtime physician. The nation recalls his leadership and insistence on keeping American troops unified under his command.
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Postwar Employment Gains Reported for April Figures
The National Industrial Conference Board shows 1.5 million more people employed in civilian occupations in April compared with April 1947. Unemployment fell by over 200,000 over the year, signaling a continued upward trend in postwar labor market activity.
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Lewis and the coal unions spark wage and pension clashes
A critical look at John L. Lewis portrays him as inflating wage demands and miners pensions, driving up coal prices and burdening nonminers. The piece argues coal remains unregulated versus other utilities, and predicts possible anti trust actions and new public utility oversight. It also touches on Truman advisers and a humorous anecdote about his past oil interests.
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American Cities Expand Boundaries in 1947 Record
The International City Managers Association reports 298 U S. communities expanded their boundaries in 1947, up 15 percent from 1946. Cities seek suburban land to balance tax rates and extend uniform public services.
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Broadway Confetti and Inkling of Times Square Buzz
A lively collage of 1948 gossip and culture notes features Ken Cooper’s secretive mission, empty billboards in Times Square, ticketing tricks for Mr. Roberts, potential ambassadorship shifts if Dewey wins, and Bulgaria’s ex-king on food parcels. Also covers new photography tech, Broadway temps, stage life, and casual vignettes of Central Park and radio/TV figures.
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