Recession talk vs. a sound economy and Grass Roots
The piece argues against looming recession claims driven by political motives and unions. It cites auto industry overproduction, wage spirals, urban migration, and calls for decentralizing industry to ease tax burdens while noting steady demand for homes and appliances and resilient quarterly earnings. The author asserts the economy remains sound with Grass Roots momentum keeping money circulating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Republic
Shorts Run Takes Quiet Step Into Summer Fashion
A cautious reader chronicles a friend who finally wears shorts, finds no reaction from neighbors, and notes a growing national drift toward casual dress. The essay highlights ease and informality expanding beyond prior social norms.
Congressmen Signal End to Tariff Play as Morledge Sands Show Limits
In the 1930s through 1950s Belgian sand shipments aided by tariffs faced American competition led by Fred L. Morledge of Overton Nevada. Wages and production rose as firms found better methods and freight rates. The piece argues tariffs failed to create lasting foreign markets and hints Congress may rethink giveaway tariffs while noting lawmakers’ ties to donors.
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Washington, D.C
Antwerp
Belgium
San Diego
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Seattle
Tariff Commission
U.S
Nevada
Pacific Coast
Fred L. Morledge
Overton Nev
Nevada Silica Sands
West Coast Silica Company
America
Morledge
Free Trade
GATT
OTC
Emmaus in History's Heavy Footstep Warns of Loss
A field report from Emmaus in Jordan details a village once fruitful now starved for land after military and political changes. Brother James Nolan and Trappist monks describe holy sites, border tensions, and a Mukhtar recounting 7 500 acres halved to 4 000 with 3 000 in a neutral zone. The piece ends with a warning that history often shadows the humble and hungry.
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Emmaus
Jordan
Emaus
Ajalon
James Nolan
Notre Dame de Latroun
James
Adolf Hitler
Latroun
Mukhtar
Valey
Forward to Better Tomorrows Through Progress and Hope
A reflective piece urges readers to use Today’s experiences to Prepare for a brighter Future. It highlights forward momentum, lessons from mistakes, and Benjamin Franklin’s daily gains as inspiration. It notes springing foundations by Ford Colgate U S Steel as signs of new Tomorrows.
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Wne
Benjamin Franklin
Ford
Colgate
U. S. Steel
What They Are Saying Highlights From World Figures
General Earle Partridge warns Soviet ICBM threats demand equal effort in defense and offense. Rep. Harold Cooley urges the administration to inform the American people about trade with Russia. Marshal Tito credits Soviet initiatives with reducing world tension. West German Chancellor Adenauer says peace is possible with faith and effort. Mickey Hargitay notes he avoids fighting after Mae West’s bodyguard confrontation.
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Earle Partridge
U.S. Air Defense
Harold Cooley
Russia
Marshall Tito
Konrad Adenauer
Kefauver Declines VP Nomination Endorsing Senate
Senator Estes Kefauver of Tennessee rejects the Democratic vice presidential offer. He states he will pursue either the presidential nomination or remain in the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estes Kefauver
D-Tenn
Senate
United States Veto Unlikely As Red China Gains Ground
The piece argues international recognition for Peiping nears, with trade links expanding as Britain and other nations ease embargoes. It notes U S hesitation to veto in the U N Security Council, concerns over Hoffman’s delegation role, and calls out Peiping’s military activity in Korea Tibet and Vietnam while urging Britain to curb influence.
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Red China
Community of Nations
United Nations
General Assembly
United States
U.N. Security Council
Peiping
World Organization
Britain
China
Indonesia
Sukarno
Ganization
State Department
White House
U.S
Paul G. Hoffman
Fund For
Republic
Hoffman
Eisenhower
U.N
Pennsylvania State College
Milton Eisenhower
Senate Gop
William Knowland
Policy Committee
Styles Bridges
North Korea
Far East
Viet Nam
Ho Chi Minh
Electric watch on the horizon sparks Senate questions
Hamilton Watch Co president Arthur B. Sinkler shows an electric watch to lawmakers, describing a dry aspirin-sized battery and a silent motor. He notes leakage issues and promises a leakproof battery and a sale price lower than current watches, with Elgin and General Motors involvement for future dashboard clocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Arthur B. Sinkler
Hamilton Watch Co
Lancaster
Ralph Flanders
R-Vi
America
Sinkler
Hamilton Electric Watch
Elgin National Watch Co
Elgin
Ill
Golden Gleams and the Value of Forgetfulness
A reflective note on memory and forgetting as marks of civilization. Elbert Hubbard quotes frame the idea that a retentive memory helps, but the power to forget signals true greatness and disciplined leisure.
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Elbert Hubbard
Just A Visit Reflects Quiet Social Courtesy
The piece comforts with a notion of neighborly exchange free of requests. It laments casual urgings and favors, praising sincere social calls and the joy of giving service without seeking anything in return. The narrator notes visiting others and receiving visits without pressure.
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Detroit
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Congress
Alexander
Brother James
Joshua
Gibeon
Judah Maccabeug
Alexander the Great
Omar
Richard the Lion Hearted
Knights Templar
Templars
Israel
Joseph Alsop
George Matthew
Adams
Muscleman
Mickey
Mr. Universe
Hargitay
Mae West
U. S
Egypt
Nasser
Pakistan
Electronic Watch
General Motors
Senators
Othman
Frederick
James J. Metcalfe
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