Move to form central policy board for U S transport
A plan to create a central policy board to integrate and supervise air water rails and highways would be urged on President Truman. Commerce Secretary Charles Sawyer would deliver the report, which may study user charges on air trucking ships and railroads, aiming at efficiency and lower federal outlays but facing opposition from taxpayers and transportation firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Truman
Charles Sawyer
Commerce
Commerce Secretary
Barkleys unite in marriage amid national tribute
Vice-President Alben W. Barkley of Kentucky and Mrs. Carleton S. Hadley of St. Louis wed in a May to December romance that captivated the nation. The couple’s reception followed the ceremony as public regard highlighted Barkley’s stamina, humor, and gentlemanly manner during a grueling political era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alben W. Barkley
Kentucky
Carletons. Hadley
St. Louis
All America
Barkley
Russia
Barkleys
Senate
Shah Urges Peace During U S Visit
Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi of Iran, in the United States for a week long state visit, urged that the United Nations promote peace for smaller nations to enable social justice and prosperity amid tense relations with the Soviet Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Nations
Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlevi
Iran
Soviet
Russia
U.S
Prestige in China and Byrds Call for Spending Cuts
U S prestige suffers as Ward and four consular aides are held incommunicado in Mukden amid protests over U S policy. Harry Byrd cites potential 10 billion dollar federal cut while James Byrnes urges tax and debt reduction. Eisler urged to stay in the Russian zone after the Supreme Court ruling, and Panama sees President Chanis resign with Chiari sworn in amid a crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
China
U.S
Angus Ward
Ward
Mukden
Russia
Virginia
Harry Byrd
Washington
Biloxi
Miss
James F. Byrnes
Byrd
Byrnes
Gerhart Eisler
Batory
Germany
United States Supreme Court
Fit
Eisler
America
Banana Republic
Monnett D. Davis
Col
Jose Remon
Panama
Daniel Chanis
Roberto F. Chiari
PENSION COSTS UP Social Security Taxes to Be Hiked
A 1 January 1850 tax increase elevates Social Security levies for workers to one and a half percent and for employers to a similar rate, raising about 667 million dollars annually. The bill preserves benefit schedules but contemplates potential further hikes. the proposal awaits senate action after house passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
China may test new Chinese government in exile plan
The article reports deep static in China with Reds in control and Western pressure via a 20-nation demand for U S Consul Angus Ward’s release. Li Teung jen, acting president of the faltering Nationalist regime, might seek to form a third government and approach Washington for aid, challenging Chiang Kai-shek’s base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
United States
United Nations
U.S
Angus Ward
Li Teung-jen
Chiang Kaleshek
Chiang
Hong Kong
Washington
Kan Chieh-hou
IRISH READY TO FIGHT IF NEEDED IN SIX COUNTIES
General Thomas Barry, a retired Irish army officer, said the Irish were ready to fight to regain the six British controlled counties of Northern Ireland. He spoke in the United Irish Societies of Western Pennsylvania anti partition rally, recalling his role as a rebellion hero.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Ireland
Thomas Barry
U.S
United Irish Societies
Pennsylvania
Sight restoring TV scanner eyed to aid blind
Northwestern University scientist envisions a brain connected television scanner to replace eyes and transmit visual images to the cortex. The system could later adapt to help the deaf hear and partially paralyzed walk, though practical tests are not imminent. Experts caution that substantial work remains and current limits hinder application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evanston
Ill
Northwestern University
Wendel S$. Krieg
Northwestern
Krieg
Ephriam Roseman
General Hospital
Must Have Flashlight in Farm Homes Warned in Survey
A farm survey finds darkness in rural homes dangerous and urges flashlights as a daily tool. It lists three commandments for safety and convenience, including carrying lights on stairs and in vehicles, keeping them handy in kitchens and bedrooms, and using them when gas fumes are suspected or fuses are changed. W S Allen of Olin Industries recommends a two cell fixed focus flashlight with a luminous case, able to glow in the dark and cast a beam up to 700 feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Allen
Olin Industries, Inc
New Haven
UCLA Library Receives Ralph Hancock Manuscript
Los Angeles. The original manuscript of Fabulous Boulevard by Ralph Hancock is deposited in UCLA's campus library near Wilshire Boulevard. Hancock presented the typescript to librarian Lawrence Clark Powell with Robert Campbell and Neal Harlow in attendance. Powell said the work will be preserved for posterity in UCLA's special collections, which gathers western author manuscripts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Ralph Hancock
University of California
Wilshire Boulevard
Westwood
Hancock
Lawrence Clark Powell
Robert B. Campbell
American Bookseller's Association
Neal Harlow
Special Collections
U.C.L.A
Powell
Harlow
Marine sergeant woos dance teacher into corps
Oklahoma City report tells how Marine technical sergeant Lester C Bennett, a recruiting clerk, was approached by a local Arthur Murray instructor offering a $192 dancing course. He instead succeeded in persuading her to enlist as a marine, and she signed up 25 women applicants while Bennett kept the fee.
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Oklahoma City
Okla
Lester C. Bennett
Bennett
Marine Corps
Arthur Murray
Wallflower Bennett
Electric Brooders Nip Fire Heat Problems
Electric brooders offer fire risk reduction and steady temperatures, say farm extension engineers. Farmers report faster feathering under electric heat, but installation must be draft free with insulated floors to maintain even warmth.
Timely Tips For Dairy Farmers From Illinois College
C Rhode of the Illinois college of agriculture shares three practical tips for dairy farmers. He notes barns often lack adequate stall width for large cows, advises keeping cows indoors during cold rain, and stresses proper hoof trimming to prevent harm from neglect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode
Illinois College of Agriculture
Native evergreens and decorations for Christmas use
The article lists native evergreen options for wreaths and decorations including fir white pine blue spruce arborvitae and English holly. It suggests colorful additions like Jonathan apples tangerines kumquats cranberries and other fruits and describes a method to treat pine cones with copper sulphate and copper chloride mixed into melted wax to produce colored flames.
No New Look For Santa Claus This Christmas
There will be no alterations to Santa Claus attire as traditionally seen in red fur trimmed jacket cap and breeches. The enduring image, shaped by Nast and Civil War era depiction, keeps the red bishop robe color and fur additions that define Santa’s outfit today.
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Santa Claus
Mr. Claus
Santa
Thomas Nast
St. Nicholas
America
Nast
Pagans Used Holly In Pre Christian Era
Holly was long used by pagans before Christianity gave it new Christmas meaning. Romans displayed holly as a symbol of peace and friendship linked to Saturnalia. It was hung on doors or in windows as protection against witches and evil spirits.
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Unified Transport Board
Edvton
Union
Hie
James E. Perkins
National Tuberculosis Association
Transport: Policy Board
Merchant Marine
the Barkleys
Shah
Cut
England
Soviet Zone
House
UN American Activities Committee
Congress
Tingfu Tsiang
Roseman
Campus
Danville
Province of
Quebec
Canada
Gerard la France
Dolly
Claus
Er Iy
Sewing Circle Serdlewore
South Wells St
Chicago
Colo. Springs
Rea
Arntia Allemand, Jr
Cole
Unitex
Unitex Co
Luster
Luster Art Company Dept. W
P.O
Salt Lake City
Utah
Lewis Convalescent Hospital
Salt la City
Nathalia Lewis
Highland Or
U.S. Savings Bonds
WNU
Scott
Mrs. Tel Ne
Ike
Tun
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