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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1948
Page
2
Washington commentary notes the 1948 election reshaped both major parties. It cites Henry Wallace’s exit, Dixiecrat shifts, GOP reform needs, and Joseph Martin warnings about too many Brahmins and plutocrats. It predicts Truman faces a Congress shaped by his hand and sharp tongue.
Western analysts describe the Berlin crisis as the Soviet blockade worsened by winter airlift hurdles. The Big Four powers clash with Russia over security council limits while U S policy under Truman signals no new talks until the blockade ends. Evatt and Lie push for broader UN debate as Russia accuses the West, foreshadowing a prolonged Cold War stance.
Day of Judgment former agriculture secretary led drafting of a new measure emphasizing a flexible price floor to shield crop growers from price slumps while avoiding broad taxpayer subsidies. It proposes storage facilities for corn and wheat, expanded reclamation and soil conservation, and greater rural electrification funded by the government. Truman says no U. S. mission to Moscow and rejects pressuring in Berlin talks despite top Nile chieftains in the U. N.
The article describes President Truman rewarding farmers after his 1948 victory. Secretary of Agriculture Charles Brannan backs farm support, with Louis Bean analyzing farmer influence. A new flexible price support program is planned to start early in 1949, shifting priorities from labor.
The London crowd cheers the birth of a son to Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, declared by the constable as a prince born by royal decree. The event, six days before the couple's anniversary, stokes questions about succession and a changing empire amid looming global tensions and the atomic age.
VA warns it may withhold all or part of education or training overpayment and GI loan default veteran checks next year. Two groups affected: those with education overpayments and those who defaulted GI loans.
A collage of quips on politics, travel, science, and society. It riffs on Washington jobs for Democrats, a traveling elephant image, saltier oceans, growing television, butter exports, President Peron, wind and diet, and a joke about anteaters and sewing.
Anthropologists report a newly found fossil in a South African cave that scholars say could be another missing link in human evolution. The specimen, dated to around a million years ago, suggests a transitional form with ape-like and human traits and hints at early tool use and fire handling.
A dated Q and A recounts presidential birthplaces by state and questions about southern desertions, cabinet size, and term dates. It recalls Truman as Missouri born and lists states with the most presidents, plus cabinet and defense reorganization notes from the era.
Arthur Godfrey, the Red Headed radio star, says he will not have musicians laugh at his jokes or join in songs. He warns union rules could pull his staff under AFRA, increasing weekly costs by 800 to 900 dollars per musician. He notes earlier he enjoyed musicians laughing and singing with him.
A lively Broadway era sketch notes scene stealing on opening night of Lady in the Dark in Boston. Danny Kaye wowed with 56 Russian composers named in 40 seconds while Ira Gershwin and Gertie Lawrence drew reactions. The piece contrasts rival stars and other backstage antics, including W C Fields and Ed Wynn gags and Hamlet props.
Complete 66 chapter Isaiah scroll found in Dead Sea cave dating to second century B.C. This early manuscript may reshape biblical interpretation by exposing manuscript history and scribal errors. Also noted are Broadway reminiscences and a King George V funeral procession vignette reflecting era theater and society.
Leaks are common with the roofing. Applying asphalt roofing cement can seal leaks effectively. Consider professional repair for best results and long lasting protection.
President Truman relaxed in a casual shirt during a post election vacation in Key West Florida. He used the downtime to outline broad plans for his administration over the next four years and briefly rejected a new Big Four conference proposal.
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