Boost Asked In Refugee Quota Boost Asked In Refugee Quota
The displaced persons commission urged Congress to admit 400000 war refugees in four years, nearly doubling the present program. It urged related changes and criticized the June law. Veterans pensions for all WWI and WWII veterans faced administration opposition. Senate filibuster limits were nearing, with Southern resistance. Hearings on government reorganization and un American activities continued with new limits on publicity.
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Pennsylvania veterans bonus awaits statewide vote
Pennsylvania's general assembly approved a proposed 500 million dollar World War II veterans bonus. The measure passed the house after Senate approval and goes to a statewide referendum in November. It provides 15 dollars per month for overseas service and 10 dollars per month within the United States, with a maximum of 500 dollars for the state's 1.514 million veterans.
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General Assembly
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Senate
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SSS Tonics for Blood Strength Promoted in Health Ad
An old advertisement touts SSS Tonics as a cure for nonorganic nutritional anemia. It claims the tonic boosts red blood cell production, improves appetite energy and resistance to disease, and promises quicker vitality and better sleep. The copy urges readers to buy a bottle from local drug stores and promises stronger health and glowing skin.
Exports in Western Germany Reach New Postwar High
Western Germany exports climbed to 72 million dollars in December, the American military government reported. The figure shows a rise of 41.5 million dollars from November’s high, reflecting strong postwar industrial recovery amid ongoing Allied administration.
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Berlin
Germany
Snyder Sees U S Prosperous In Coming Years
Secretary of the Treasury Snyder told Atlantic City that the United States remains highly prosperous and will likely stay that way in the near term. He noted business has no reason to worry amid stiffer competition and said recent price declines reflect a return to normal price levels.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Snyder
U. S
North Korean Soldier Killed In Border Clash Near Kaesong
Police in Kaesong report they killed one North Korean soldier after clashes at the border with South Korea. They said 20 North Koreans crossed about 300 yards into South Korea, as U.S. forces were informed.
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U.S. Army
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