Reciprocal Trade Debate Shapes World Policy
Washington notes urge continuation of reciprocal trade treaties as vital to global well being and European recovery. Marshall attacks Gearhart plan as eroding trade agreement principles, warning of isolationism and a world in danger without open trade, while public opinion favors treaties and GOP contrasts rise at Philadelphia convention.
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Truman's West tour frames battle with GOP policies
President Truman barnstorms the West in a non political swing aimed at selling "more and better democracy." He denounces GOP farm policy, critiques the 1947 budget cuts, and faces sparse crowds in Omaha while Congress trims foreign aid and refines a draft plan amid election year tensions.
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Army air force tests new propeller jet bomber XB AZ
The Army air force develops a long range jet bomber using propellers driven by jet turbines. The XB AZ aims to overcome high fuel consumption and limited range of jet bombers while retaining jet speed and efficiency.
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Germany’s plan for western self government postwar reform
The United States and five allies proposed self government in western Germany while keeping occupation troops in place until stability is secured. International control of the Ruhr would guide a German constitutional assembly in the western zones. U S officials view the plan as a recovery measure and a Cold War setback for Russia, though concerns linger about French approval and the fate of eastern Germany.
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Midtown Vignette of Salted Gossip and Big Deals
A slice of early 20th century New York lore weaves magazine circulation jitters with famous egos. J. P. Morgan and Andrew Carnegie orchestrated a landmark deal indirectly to form U S Steel while Wall Street rivals watched. Anecdotes recount Harry Reichenbach and George Godfrey turning a tenement singer into a Palace headliner and Frank Woolworth toppling the Met Life tower dream. The piece also notes Met tower pride, Scripps liberalism, M C humor, and sharp quips from Broadway and sporting scenes.
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Godfrey
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Truman Non Political Tour Breaks Precedents Amid Senate Pushback
The weekly analysis notes President Truman's non political tour faces unexpected snags and Senate resistance as aid measures are debated. It discusses how officials frame the trip as non partisan while critics argue it influences policy, highlighting tensions between executive and legislative branches.
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Senate
Palomar 20 Inch Telescope Aims at Deep Space Secrets
Scientists at Palomar California anticipate the new 20 inch telescope will reveal cosmic secrets. The huge mirror nearly seven feet across may double the range of visible space and address the long standing question of life on Mars.
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Space
Mars
Mine Talks Warmed By New UMW Demand At Talks
John L. Lewis pressed for welfare aid guarantees before any 1948 49 contract. A federal injunction required bargaining with Southern Coal Producers association. Lewis labeled operators fat cats and warned of a wage pact before July 1, with the first round of talks ending without agreement.
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UMW
Lewis
United States
Springfield
U. S
T. Alan Goldsborough
Southern Coal Producers Association
The Shuddering You Said Any Thing Awful of Her
The fragment hints at harsh words about a woman, implying remorse or accusation but provides no concrete events, dates, or names to confirm a broader story. The text reads as a terse clash or accusation rather than a full report or obituary.
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M. C
Joe Gluiz
Dream Comp Echoes of Charity and Soldier’s Hope
A fragment recalls a sergeant asking a poor boy about a dream of charity and flight. The exchange ends with a pledge that “some day you will fly,” as soldiers listen and women praise the courage and kindness shown.
Nighttime Warning Notice for House Premises
A concise column notice warns that anyone found near a house at night will face morning consequences. The phrasing implies property protection and potential patrol or enforcement actions, urging residents to secure grounds and stay clear after dark.
Republic of Mesa and Mexis: a mountainous land with fuel note
A fragmentary description outlines Republic of Mesa and Mexis as a high peaked, jungle country with transport deficits. It mentions blending one gallon of hot and nine gallons gasoline to produce premium grade anti ind oil, reflecting a questionable fuel claim amid sparse detail.
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Mesa
Mexis
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