States chiefs huddle over critical issues at Wentworth
Forty governors met in closed doors at the Wentworth hotel to discuss pressing state concerns. They called for broader local taxing powers and reform to curb federal overreach, with leaders from Michigan New York Pennsylvania and Missouri citing welfare taxes and education as top issues.
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Kint Sigter
Michigan
Conserate
Zion
James H. Dutt
Pennsylvvia
Duff
Duff Con
Gwernor Dwight H. Green
Thhols
Thomas E. Dewey
York
Green
Gren
Dexey
Aw Yorker
City Adopts Merit System for Local Workers
The council approved a merit based, competitive employment system with uniform rules for handling personnel issues. It sets wage ranges, retirement, dismissal, and appointment standards, and replaces prior notice language. A follow up meeting discussed borrowing and the municipal budget while council debated notice requirements and cost of living adjustments.
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Nerhttsmouth
Edward ¢. Peterson
Ej Lowen
Mary ©. Dondero
Roland J. Noyes
Don Gero
City Mans Council
Big Press Covers Conference In Wentworth Hotel Scene
Big press crews and reporters crowded the Wentworth hotel lobby and newspaper desks as Governors and their parties met at a state dinner. Weather did little to slow plans for travel to Philadelphia after the New Castle meeting, with telegraphers and operators rushing to file copy before morning deadlines.
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Hoe Governors
Yadlo
Philadelphia
New Castle
Senate Readhes Farm Price Law For Fast Action
The Senate prepared to approve a permanent system of price supports and parity reform, aiming for quick action amid House resistance to long range farm legislation. Aiken asserts a permanent measure is essential. Truman urged a broad farm bill. The plan uses a sliding scale, floor prices, loans, and a modern parity method based on recent years.
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Stine Founder Mies in Fiskdale Mass
AP report from Fiskdale Massachusetts June 15 details the Stine founder Mies and Rev Stanislas Guillet age 77 who died today at the shrine to St Anne. Shrine draws thousands of pilgrims seeking cures and relief from ailments amid years of pastorate in Imaton Grafton and Fairview.
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Grafton
Fairview
Waterways Bill Grants 6 Million For N E Projects
The waterways bill authorizes 6 054 100 for five New England states in a 578 million package. Major lines include Union Village reservoir in Vermont at 1 500 500 and Portland harbor at 2 300 000, with numerous reservoir and harbor allocations across Massachusetts New Hampshire Vermont Maine Rhode Island and related flood control works.
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Halyoke
Springdale
New Hampshire
Blackwater
Franklin Falls
West Peterborough
Vermont
Maine
Portland
Ratt River
Rhode Island
Wickford
Congress Boosts Vet Benefits Highlighted by Pensions and Insurance
The article reports on congressional action to raise veteran benefits including pension increases and insurance dividends. It notes a court reversal affecting NSLI policy payouts and outlines funding needs for VA to process records, with projections of up to $2,000 payments and a potential $1.0 million yearly rise for veterans with service-connected disabilities.
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H. W. Breining
National Service Life
James F. O'Neil
American Legion
Congress
House
Peacemaker Bernadotte Heads for Arab Confab
Count Folke Bernadotte, UN mediator, travels to the Arab conference as leaders debate peace or renewed war. The truce nears its fifth day with no reported breach. Palestine remains quiet, while international maneuvers continue in the UN and Western Europe.
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Beckman Gets 10-Year Term In Assault Case
Seabrook youth Eddie Shaw Beckman, 19, was sentenced by Rockingham County Superior Court Judge Stephen M Wheeler to state prison for a term between seven and twenty years. Charged with assault with intent to murder and breaking and entering to commit robbery, the case stems from a Jan 3, 1948 incident in which Beckman allegedly shot Charles Forge Janvrin, a Seabrook storekeeper, after a break in. Janvrin, wounded, was confined at Anna Jaques hospital in Newburyport. he asked to read a statement for clemency but the judge handed down the sentence after the plea.
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Seabrook
Stephen M Wheeler
Rockingham County
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Concord
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Ly Tome
Jane Win
Anna Jaques
Newburyport
Wheeler
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Wins Safety Award
The Portsmouth naval shipyard received the Secretary of the Navy's award for achievement in safety. In a ceremony this morning Admiral Morten L. Deyo presented the award to Captain Ralph B. MacDowell, commander of the shipyard, for a 51 percent reduction in accident frequency and a 52 percent reduction in accident severity in 1947.
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Railroader Blames Truman for Dispute
A. W. Glover, president of the APL switchmen's Union, testifying before a labor relations committee, blamed President Truman for stalled railway labor talks. He cited Steelman and a May 7 White House meeting, claimed Truman insisted on board recommendations, and said settlement could have occurred earlier without presidential interference. He noted Whitney’s prior settlement and alleged ongoing union politics affecting negotiations.
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Bridges Sees Reopening of Shoals Coast Guard Station
Senator Bridges reports the Shoals coast guard station personnel situation has improved and could be placed on active status this summer. A May 14 meeting of boatmen, fishermen, and local officials urged fully manned protection at Isles of Shoals, Hampton Beach, and Wood Island to improve seacoast safety. The Seacoast Regional Development association was surprised by the senator’s immediacy.
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Bridges
Informal Poll Shows Strength Of New Yorker
An informal poll of 1946 governors shows Dewey leading the Republican field for the presidential nomination with 7 of 15 governors polled supporting him. Taft supporters claim 72 votes could swing if Vandenberg is eliminated. most governors remain cautious, withholding names. Democratic sentiment favors Truman’s renomination, with Thurmond proposing a southern Democratic caucus at the convention.
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Thomas ¥. Dewey
Sly
Pannesylvsnig
Philadelphia
Washington
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
James HA. Duft
Pennsylvania
Taft
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Arthur Wy. Vandenberg
Vandenberg
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Harold E. Biassen
Minnesota
Truman
Eisenhower
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Philnani- Phig
Gev. J. Strom Thurmond
South Carolina
Thursmond
Cary
Dover Dentist Fernald Dies After Illness at 54
Dover mourns Dr. Orrin E. Fernald longtime city dentist of 28 years who died at Wentworth hospital after a long illness. A Dover native and Tufts Dental College graduate, he was a World War I veteran and is survived by a widow.
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Dover
Orrin E. Fernald
Wentworth Hospital
Tufts Dental College
Fernald
Eagles Missing as Housing Surplus Strikes Bird World
Lancaster from June 16 AP report notes Mount Johnson Island bald eagle nest vacant for first time since 1934. Dr. Herbert H. Beck says two or three eaglets would usually fledge soon. possible natural death or hunting caused the absence. Eagles defend nests and do not easily permit new settlers after selection.
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Lancaster
Bird World
Lancaster County
Herbert H. Beck
Baldy
German Court Clears Tycoon Hugo Stiones
Germany's de-Nazification court TRG clears Hugo Stiones, reputed Germany's richest industrialist, of penalties after review. No charges upheld. Decision published in June with no further action required.
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Ham
Hugo Stiones
Germany
TRG
Wanted young man for office work at business
Job notice seeking a young man with office experience in typing and shorthand. Apply Miss Mangan at the Business Office, 82 Congress Street.
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