States' Rights Democrats Plot National Campaign
Governors Thurmond and Wright announce an intensive national campaign for the states rights Democrats starting August 11. A Houston rally will launch the three month drive with Ben Laney chairing the steering committee and Merrit Gibson named national campaign director. Headquarters open August 9 in Jackson with offices in Washington.
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Dixie Vows Long Talkfest
In the senate, southern Democrats threaten long debate to block a measure as Taft notes, while GOP leaders plan to use extended talk to push through Truman anti inflation proposals in a special session. The justice department launches three new rust units in Philadelphia Kansas City and Jacksonville and expands eight others in major cities.
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Crutcher Rank Post Approved by Governor Jester
Texas Air National Guard official Harry Crutcher Jr. of Dallas receives federal recognition as commander of the guard wing. Gov. Jester announced the approval after Maj. Gen. Kenneth F. Cramer notified him.
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Cops Bag Small Game in San Antonio
Officers A Salvatieria and R Reina chased and bagged two skunks under a house at 324 E Whitest while responding to a woodpecker and chimney noises reported by Maria Ferrer of 262 Rayline. The two other skunks escaped.
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Price Controls Debate Refuels Wartime Policy
A Church Street briefing outlines a separate bill to Congress restoring excess profits taxes and imposing temporary price ceilings. Proponents cite cost of living threats, while Republicans warn of a police state with controls. A wage board would review wage increases tied to price orders.
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Living costs rise 4.1 percent from 1947 to mid 1948
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports living costs increased 4.1 percent between November 1947 and mid June 1948, with food up 3 5.6 percent over that period and the Consumers' Price Index reaching a record 171.7 on June 15. The index reflects costs for moderate income families in large cities, including food, rent, fuel and electricity.
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Bethlehem Steel Announces 5 Percent Wage Increase
A ten percent wage boost was announced for 3800 salaried employees at Bethlehem Steel on the east coast shipyards. The increase applies to about 3800 workers and was disclosed today.
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Talks Set for Air School Conference in Texas
Washington reports Lyndon B. Johnson and James Forrestal will meet in Austin to discuss speeding legislation for the West Point of the Air at San Antonio and Texas defense efforts. They aim to boost oil supplies for the 70 group air force and discuss a petroleum advisory board.
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Prices Ease Yet Food Remains Luxury For Many
A Rio Associate report notes food prices eased somewhat nationwide this week due to good crop weather, but costs stay higher than last year. People bought grocery items beyond meat in large quantities while high meat prices restrained overall sales. Fresh vegetables and canned goods sold more than a year ago, and large markets show 12 percent higher dollar sales than last July.
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