Birthday reflections on George Washington and modern democracy
An editorial ponders the birthday of George Washington and argues his ideal of a self sufficient democracy has soured under modern distrust and war. It suggests Washington would be distressed by today’s global tensions, entanglements, and a nation perceived as spoiled and selfish.
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George Washington
Mr. Washington
Europe
United States of America
Washington
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Little sympathy here for trucking tax fight
The Telegraph offers limited comfort to the trucking industry in its battle against higher state taxes and license costs. It argues massive trucks are the main culprits for road damage and highway buck holes, suggesting they should be singled out as a revenue source for rebuilding and repair.
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Telegraph
Radio Interference Efforts In Sidney Proved Futile
Years ago a group of young men sought to curb radio interference in Sidney. They won a city ordinance and toured with a device to detect offending motors or transformers but failed. The piece laments Sidney as the worst spot for radio interference and urges officials to pursue the issue when possible.
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Sidney
Russians, retailing and U S living standards compared
Swiss study cites how long workers must toil for basic goods. Soviet labor time far exceeds U S, while American retail competition boosts output quality and lowers prices. The piece argues open markets raise living standards versus Russia’s state controlled system.
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A. Swiss Economic Journal
Russia
United States
U.S
The Lowe Down on Harry Truman's Fiscal Talk
A columnist critiques President Truman's optimistic economic stance, arguing January was weak, government spending overshadows private prudence, and the public debt reality differs from political rhetoric. The piece contrasts Harry’s charm with hard money concerns and a wary view of political finances.
Government Reorganization and Religious Freedom in Washington
This column discusses a bill to establish a Cabinet level Department of Health and Welfare consolidating about 44 agencies, arguing it reduces duplication and is not socialized medicine. It also addresses religious freedom amid Mindszenty’s trial, calls for action against godless communism, and notes livestock losses, farm price pressures, and unemployment concerns alongside the Washington Monument’s history.
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Congress
Columbia River
Cardinal Mindszenty
Europe
Russia
State Department
March of Dimes Campaign Achieves Wide County Support
The Telegraph letter credits the 1949 March of Dimes Campaign success to numerous volunteers and county residents whose time efforts and generous contributions demonstrated strong public support against infantile paralysis.
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the Telegraph
Telegraph Staff Praised for 1949 March of Dimes Support
John W Martinosky thanks The Telegraph staff Frances Lathrop for publicizing the March of Dimes 1949 campaign. He notes business and industry advertising aided the effort and extends sincere appreciation to the paper for its contribution.
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Frances Lathrop
Telegraph
Play Safe With Safety Equipment in Cars
Harold Keith of The Greater Cheyenne County Safety Council urges drivers to keep car safety equipment in top condition. National Safety Council data show 1947 fatal accidents linked to vehicle defects at 16 percent, down from 18 percent prior year and 8 percent in 1941. Defective brakes lights and tires account for over half of defects.
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