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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1949
Page
2
Weekly analysis notes President Truman threatens to present the battle to the people while General MacArthur reports no Russian attack. Analysts frame the political struggle and international tensions as unfolding in the public arena.
President Truman warned he may tour the country again to pressure Congress on his program, saying the people are on his side. Observers doubt Congress will back the inflation controls, while MacArthur said the U.S. would defend Japan if attacked by the Russians. A separate note reports George Hatfield in Sault Ste. Marie shot a 22 caliber bullet that lingered in his mouth for years due to his false teeth.
The discussion covers Japan's neutral role in U S strategy and the potential Soviet attack, noting air supremacy and carrier capabilities. MacArthur cites wartime airfield buildout and bomber reach, then shifts to Palomar telescope findings about the universe including distant nebulae and the abundance of stars.
The Northwestern National Life Insurance survey finds fewer openings for white collar work in most US cities yet demand remains for high grade personnel. Applicants are rising 10 to 300 percent, but many are under qualified while employers tighten hiring and costs. War rumors and tax policy loom as companies trim and prepare.
A house subcommittee unanimously approved a bill to let the government issue 35 year loans at 2 percent interest through REA to expand telephone service in farm areas. Amendments protect existing phone companies and spur private rural telecom development. The measure aims to widen access to rural lines nationwide. The Supreme Court upheld a Wisconsin union tactic ban on slowdown actions in a separate decision.
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