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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1948
Page
3
A columnist argues against aiding self via plans like Townsend and Marshall. He criticizes incentives of free money, notes Townsend supporters see only benefit for themselves, and compares Western European voters and Italian peasants to US aid promises. He frames aid as moral and economic debate, not patriotism.
The piece argues that socialization abroad aims to raise living standards through land reform and expanded public services, while voter choice and economic pressure drive outcomes. It reflects on Marshall Plan support for Italy, then warns against dependence on “something for nothing” and emphasizes keeping dollars circulating locally through home buying to sustain communities.
The text describes sun dress and bolero or stole combinations for travel and daytime use. It notes versatile styling for car travel, dining, shopping, and sightseeing with options from rayon mesh to silk, with white boleros matching various dresses, and outlines silhouettes, lengths, and fabric choices for comfortable yet stylish outfits.
A feature on home canning covers tomato soup methods with spice sachets and pressure processing. It includes Veal in Tomato Sauce and beef canning steps with jar packing and 10 pound pressure timings. Additional notes discuss pantry ideas, visor sewing, Lynn Chambers menu, and general housekeeping hints for preserving vegetables and clean kitchen tips.
Washington opinion column argues the draft will be a nudge not a wallop as 200 250 thousand of the 924 thousand needed will be drafted or exempted by veterans students married men and other deferments. Explanations include anti military propaganda and the preference for enlistments in regular services. The piece notes exemptions for veterans and college students and praises morale gains from military symbols and leadership roles.
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