War on resources and park bids shape West Virginia words
A fragment discusses a special levy for Harvigh County Memorial Airport and Raleigh County park funds for a Black community, urging immediate park construction. It cites energy concerns, coal and oil synthesis efforts, and Senator Kilgore promoting federal loans for synthetic fuels research as a national priority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvigh County Memorial Airport
Raleigh County
Ure
Jonger An Hin Negeo Park
Tve
Kilgore urges synthetic fuels push despite looming session end
Senator Harley M. Kilgore reports that wartime and postwar fuel demands have shifted public attitude toward fuel resources from indifference to concern over future supply. He calls Congress to pass private industry synthetic fuel plant legislation with RFC backing. With the session near, bills likely won’t pass, but he urges public support for West Virginia lawmakers to advance the program amid drastic changes in conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far West
Standard Oil and Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal Company
Kilgore
Atlantic
Pacific
Harley M. Kilgore
West Virginia
Novelist Kaine Sells Land After Family Purchase
Denver author William Macleod Kaine, once a novelist not a salesman, admits he is a real estate broker. His father bought 10 acres in the Cheery Mills area for $100 in 1887. since then they have paid $1 in taxes. Recently Kaine sold the land for the same price. He disputes any feasible plan to hire water to the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willian Macleod Kaine
Denver
Raine
Rural Community Development head outlines early efforts
Charley Shackelford, new director, describes adjusting to his role by visiting counties and meeting farm workers. Readers hear from Ridley Davidson about local concerns and invite others to share news. A Charleston subcommittee plans autumn forums on farm issues while winddown topics touch on Bromfield and travel to Rose Springs and Ole University.
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Charley Shackelford
Svave
Caten St. Lows
Doane Peope
St Louis
Wien
Charleston
West Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Laws Broanfield
Bromfield
Frank Goebel
Parkershire Barker
Broefield
Te Cone
Parkersburg
Teuc
Enya
Ole University
Boyle's Column Hades on Hudson Cools After Record Heat Wave
HAL BOYLE notes cooler air returns to the Eastern Seaboard after an unprecedented heat spell. He cites July as the hottest month and a rise in above-normal temperatures since January, with anecdotes from Phoenix, television humor, and a downtown bar incident. He mentions Canada’s cool air and hints at election implications for Mayor O’Malley.
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Hades
Hudson
Weather Bureau
New York
Phoenix
Ariz
Kankas Clit
SPCA
Washington, D. C
Ikene Dionne
Long List
Amor Jane
Treme
Canada
Jenny Bind
Rill Otmwyer
Truman
Bee
Russia
Years of Tension Seen For West East Powers
Washington reports that American planners foresee a prolonged period of tension between the West and Russia. Gen. Omar Bradley told the House Foreign Affairs Committee that Western Europe must be armed to deter early Russian attacks while the United States mobilizes its atomic arsenal and strategic bombers.
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West
James Marlow
Washington
Russia
Omar WN. Bradley
Army
House Foreign Affairs Committee
Prrmaet
Congress
Europe
Johnson
Safe Committee
Fony
Sears
Western Europe
Bradley
Truman
Advisory Commission On Universal Training
Western
Western Farope
Hope TV staying power sparks change in shows and careers
Hollywood writer reports a shift as Hope production remains stable and TV venues expand. The piece notes industry veterans, new faces, and the rise of various channels while discussing how vaudeville roots influence modern telecasting and personal appearances.
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Paramount
Rosin
Bing Coesby
Bi- partisan Drift Ends Foreign Policy Debate
JOSEPH ALL OF WASHINGTON argues bi-partisan cooperation in U S foreign policy has collapsed since the last election. The piece traces the estrangement between the State Department and Republicans, citing Van denberg and Dulles opposition and Connally’s leadership as key obstacles. It urges a return to regular information exchange and prior consultation to avoid a drift toward partisan domination of foreign policy.
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Joseph
Washington
Arthur H. Vandenberg
John Foster Dulles
Europe
Woree
Republican Party
Congress
State Department
Vandenberg
Senate
Paris
Dean G. Acheson
Tom Connally
Texas
Connally
Robert A. Lovett
Vanden‘berg
Allantte
Tre Connally
State Acheson
Connnally
White House
Truman
James F. Byrnes
George C. Marshall
Robert A .Lovett
James 4
Forrestal
Lovett
A Serial Story Born of the Storm Chapter Fifteen
Priscilla, nearly a month into work at a finance firm, fears she may only have months left. She confides with trusted friends and weighs telling Kenneth and her mother-in-law. Viola advises realism about Kenneth, while Priscilla plans to face a future with a baby. A July Fourth party reveals the couple’s new secret and awkward prospects.
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Priscilla
Gertrude
Kenneth
Nancy
Viola
Kent
Daniel
Pris
Ken
Betsy
Ain
Pregnant Priscilla Struggles with Family Rift and Kenneth’s Trip
Priscilla faces hostility from her mother in law as Kenneth departs on a three week trip to Omaha. She worries about pregnancy care and a possible need for a professional obstetrician while seeking a stable home life with Kenneth.
Broadway Activity Typhoon Brings Investment Boom to 1949 Season
Broadway is abuzz as producers seek heavy financial backing for about a dozen new shows opening through January. Reading rooms and summer homes host auditions for investors called Broadway angels, with profits projected from road tours and film rights. Stars like Rodgers Hammerstein and writers like James Michener join as early investors.
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Mark Barron
New York
Broadacay
South Pacific
Kate
Alre
Pack Avenue
Broadway
Wil
Linkeds
Sidney Kingsley
Ralph Hellamy
Ma Jfinn
Richard Rodgers
Ostear Hammerstein
Rodgers
Chix
Wold
Angels
James A. Michener
Princeton Lions win national honors in attendance contest
Princeton Lions Club was among eight winners in an attendance contest featuring 1,000 groups. Delegates reported on the international meeting in New York City last month and displayed a $28 prize check from Lions International at the Virginian Motel meeting.
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Princeton Lions
Wester
Princeton
Princeton Lions Club
Virginian
New York City
Lions International
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