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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1949
Page
2
Washington reports show rising Congressional sentiment to repeal or reduce retail excise taxes on luxury goods and transportation as war measures. The piece argues these taxes raise prices, hurt sales, and amount to harmful double taxation now that the emergency is over.
In thirty minutes the railroads will move about 600 freight and passenger trains nationwide. Freight moves roughly 30,000,000 tons one mile while passenger trains carry the population of Philadelphia one mile. Half hour wages total 250,000 dollars with 45,000 taxes and 115,000 for fuel and supplies. Rail spending nears one million dollars per hour, daily and yearly. The piece honors the railroads as vital lifeblood supporting agriculture, industry, and civilian needs.
Raymond Moley, adviser to FDR and Newsweek associate editor, calls the proposed Columbia Valley Administration real socialism. He argues it would create a super-government bypassing Congress, wield power to tax, set rates without state oversight, and place land, industry, and water decisions beyond local control. Such federal monopolies threaten regional liberty and local needs.
A省long essay praising school teachers born from a 1914 memory. The author defends teachers as selfless, patriotic figures who toil for youth and nation, while noting low pay and tough working conditions. The piece blends humor and reverence for educators.
The Telegraph reports constant availability of paper clips and paper clamps, noting steady supply for office use. No prices or supplier details are provided.
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