Charity at Home and the Lewis Plan to Aid CIO Steelworkers
John J. Lewis proposes that the American Federation of Labor join with his United Mine Workers to fund the CIO steelworkers war chest, while UMW members suffer from a no day work week. Critics say funds should be returned to coal-field locals to feed and clothe families before aiding external unions.
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American Federation of Labor
United Mine Workers
CIO Steelworkers
Lewis
Treasuries
UMW
CIO
Big Steel
UMAV
John Lewis
Pentagon row over air war strategy divides House panel
The dispute centers on the merger of military services and limits to the defense secretary’s powers. Lawmakers debate the first major clash arising from unification after extensive study of wartime experiences and peacetime procedures shaping the plan.
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Pentagon
House of Representatives Armed Services Committee
Defense Secretary
Unifica
Fiddlin Bob Builds A Big Bible Class At Crab Orchard Baptist
In Crab Orchard Baptist Church the Robert Byrd Bible Class grew fast with outreach led by pastor Colonel Shirley Donnelly. The group aims to bring new members rather than borrowing from other classes and reports 132 attendees last Sunday, with a Sunday school roll kept to track core participation and a full volunteer staff coordinating music and records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Byrd
Crab Orchard
Bob
Shirley Donnelly
Shirley
Sam Raborn
Sunday School Class Draws Sam and Voters Alike
The Sam Beckley visitor to Crab Orchard joins a local Sunday school class after meeting Bob Byrd and fellow members. Rewards like a tea set for bringing 20 attendees and candy for the oldest member highlight a warm, welcoming session that fosters regular attendance and civic pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Beckley
Crab Orchard
Texas
Bob Byrd
Clyde Crowley
Bob
Laurabelle Thompson
Sophia
Navy Officers Challenge Defense Policy Unification Debate
Navy officers say the service risks emasculation under a land bound military philosophy. They deny seeking limits on the defense secretary but question his judgments and those who back his policies. Congress should assess whether Pentagon leadership can bear responsibility, suggesting reforms may be needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tion
Defense Department
Ned Law
Pentagon
Spending tips from GI refunds flood Southern West Virginia
The Federal Reserve studies show 2 000 000 000 in terminal leave bonds, with 40 percent held, and veteran spending patterns. About 28 percent bought non durables, 23 percent bought autos and furniture, 9 percent paid bills, 6 percent saved, 5 percent bought homes, 3 percent spent on luxuries, while the rest split among taxes and farm expenses. The piece notes many veterans kept cash in hand and few spent on luxuries, reflecting business acumen.
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West Virginia
Federal Reserve
Luxuries Allesis Do Ute
Boyle s Column Man With Vital Message Favors Food Approach
New York columnist mocks press agents and self styled messiahs who sell polished pitches. He lampoons glamorous lunches and plug culture in a brisk, wry appraisal of publicity, vanity, and the city’s fast pace.
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New York
New York City
Onan
America
Thick prosperity crust guards against mood slump says NPR
The National Planning Association reports the current prosperity crust is thick versus 1929 and a low mood would be temporary. It notes private debt, bank loans, and money in circulation are higher now, with more savings and government bonds, plus the Fed can loosen reserves to spur lending if a downturn occurs.
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National Planning Association
NPA
Ae Aess Npa
Bank Loais
NPR
MPA
Federal Reserve System
Belgrade
Jeader
Reale
Kremlin
Yugoslavia
Hungary
Tito
Guards
Kremlien
West
Fito
Singing Birds in Spring Rated as War Mongers
University of Georgia expert Dr Eugene Odum explains spring bird song signals territory defense and early male activity as males stake claims before females arrive. He notes most song is advertising and territory protection with females mating later. mockingbirds sing year round and some southward migrants return to nest in spring.
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Frank Carey
Athens, Ga
University of Georgia
Eugene Wf. Odum
Adum
Odinn
Odum
Ife
Gdumt
Nouthern
Tropics
Dixie
Tito's Rebellion Harms World Communism, Al sop Warns
In a Washington dispatch, Joseph and Sfeware Alsop argue Tito’s defiance weakens Moscow's grip on world Communist parties. They cite Czechoslovakia purges, potential splits in French and Italian parties, and Western fatigue as Titoism gains influence while Yugoslavia faces a grave balance of payments need.
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Joseph
Sfeware
Washington
Johnson
Marshal Tito
Kremlin
Czechoslovakia
Communist Party
Titoisza
Prague
Yusxoslav
Smellite
Hungary
Ann Pauxer
Romania
Austria
Tito
Official Host for America Pays Out Millions Yearly Entertaining Visitors
Stanley Woodward, chief of protocol of the State department, is portrayed as the nation’s most lavish host. He reportedly spends about 70 million dollars annually on entertaining kings, presidents, and other dignitaries, shaping American diplomatic goodwill and relations through elite hospitality. The article notes Woodward’s prominence in official Washington and his influence comparable to embassies abroad.
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Henry C. Nicholas
Central Press
Washington
Stanley Woodward
State Department
Woodward
America
Department of State
Virginia
Woodward I
England
Prince Saud
Saudi Arabia
Chiang Kai-shek
United States
Bendix as a steady diplomat of Hollywood
William Bendix, famed for his range from radio to screen, is praised for his unvarnished approach and public service demeanor. The Indianapolis Star lauds Bendix as a scholar and diplomat, living quietly with his wife Therese and daughter Stephani while engaging with communities.
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Fiollywood
William — Bentdix
Bill
Therese
Stephani
Indianapolis Star
Lill Bendix
Joe
Johny Holiday
Indiana Boys School
Star
Amore
William Bendix
Wim
Bill Bendix
Bil
Riley
Alfred Hitchcock
Babe Ruth
Bobshaker
Sir Sugramore
Laredo
New York Giants
Orange
I d
Sito
Ring Lost 46 Years Found By Local Leader
Carrollton Lions Club president Prése CARROLLTON unearthed a gold wedding ring lost during the Greene County Fair in 1908 while preparing a pit for a chicken fry. The ring belonged to the late Mrs. F. L. Williams of Redbridge and was identified by three children of the couple.
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Pop Associa Prése
Carrollton
Carrallton Lions Club
F. L. Williams
Redbridge
Greene County
Literary Guidepost: The Happy Generation review
W G Rogers reviews Ferenc Kormendi translated by Claud W Sykes Crown 350. Beginning with Ipaul Hegedus in Budapest 1900, the novel follows a civilized family through war and upheaval as Europe shifts from innocence to wisdom. The reviewer finds Paul’s pursuit of happiness uneven and the sprawling story overlong and under-motivated.
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W. G. Rogers
Ferenc Kormendi
Claud W. Sykes
Crown
Ipaul Hegedus
Budapest
Europe
Paul
George
Clara
Hegedus
Legedius
Glen Rogers Soldier Promoted in Japan
Glen Rogers James W Alderman son of Mr and Mrs William W Alderman Glen Rogers has been promoted to sergeant at Nagoya Air Base Japan where he is stationed with the Fifth Air Force He is a Glen Rogers High School class of 1947 graduate where he played football baseball and basketball Alderman joined the Air Force June 18 1947 at Beckley After basic training he remained in the United States until moved to the Pacific Theater He arrived in Yokohama December 16 1947 and later reassigned to the 6102nd Supply Squadron at Nagoya
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Glen Rogers
Japan
James W. Alderman
William W. Alderman
Nagoya Air Force
Nagoya
Fifth Air Force
Glen Rogers High School
Set
Alderman
Air Force
Beckley
United States
Yokohama
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