Admirals Face Criticism Over Navy Spending and Reform
The piece assails senior officers for alleged waste and incompetence in the U S Navy and government. It argues admirals favor luxury and large battleships while Congress should curb spending and pursue efficiency projects highlighted by the Hoover Commission. It cites Formosa policy, Chiang Kai-shek, and wartime to postwar mismanagement.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Formosa
China
Chiang Kai-shek
Gang
Hoover Commission
Front Page Stuff and the Weekly Reader
A reprint from the Ticonderoga Sentinel argues against front page requests in weekly papers. It notes readers skim the front and then read locals, so inner pages often get more attention. every page serves as the front page in weekly city life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizen
Ticonderoga Sentinel
Franklin
Weston
Competition inspires progress in American work ethic
A Little Rock Junior College football feature lauds Benny Scott for an 80 yard punt return and extols individual competition as the engine of progress from labor relations to productivity. It argues free enterprise rewards competitive drive and cautions against rigid standards that stifle initiative.
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Little Rock
America
Buick
Chrysler
Binlion
Harding
Benny Scott
Santa Ana
Pasadena
Little Rock Trojans
Open Forum on State Education and Government Reorganization
A reader from Idaho voices concern over moving to governor appointment of state officers and the impact on education. She cites Colorado and Utah boards, warns against fast moving education reform after past legislative battles, and stresses vigilance for freedom.
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Idaho
Colorado
of ‘Education
Utah
Govenor
Board of Education
House
Senate
Red Cross Chapter Handles Furlough Verifications for Servicemen
Last year Red Cross chapter workers handled an average of almost 10 000 cases monthly. The cases involved furlough verification or extension for servicemen, reflecting steady demand for military family support services.
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Red Cross
Printing Drives San Francisco Bay Area Growth
In San Francisco printing is the bay area’s largest single industry surpassing shipping and finance. The rise of printing unlocked widespread access to knowledge by bringing learning to every man’s door.
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San Francisco
West
Bay Area
Neighborly dispute over sidewalk expansion and land rights
A writer recounts a feud with Slim Henderson who bought the Clarke place and claimed land to the street. After public criticism and a heated exchange, they reconcile at Andy's Tavern with Slim agreeing the sidewalks stay for the common good.
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the Clarion
Slim Henderson
Slim
Clarke Place
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