Christmas Reading From Syracuse Chamber Bulletin
The Syracuse Chamber of Commerce December bulletin reports record Christmas business in area department stores. Factory payrolls rise 34 percent for 22 representative plants to the week ending December 7. Industrial demand and electricity use stay high as November marks the fourth straight month of sales above 1945. The bulletin offers a hopeful forecast for 1947 amid diversified industries and easing coal tensions.
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Syracuse
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Baysinger Named As Syracuse Football Head Coach
Baysinger, former Syracuse football star and longtime contributor to the program, succeeds Clarence Munn as head coach. Renowned for deep football knowledge and a hard-hitting playing style, he embodies the do or die spirit valued in winning teams.
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Reaves’ Baysinger
Syracuse
Clarence Munn
The
Orange
Salvation or Decay of Modern Society and the Mind
A reflective column argues that worship of gadgets erodes eternal values and religious faith. It cites Amiel on democracy without beauty and laments material wealth overpowering spirit, urging nations to prioritize religion and souls over wealth or power. It highlights Roger Williams as a historical example of faith over material concerns.
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Henri-Frederic Amiel
Adama
United Nations Organization
Ike Roger Willams
Baysinger Takes Over as Stadium Referee Fireworks Hint at Season
The passage portrays Baysinger as a top throat specialist and a respected, manly figure among players. It anticipates a bright autumn day at the stadium with referee’s whistle signaling dramatic football moments.
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Baysinger
Menace of Intolerance in America
Attorney General Clark warns in December American Magazine that intolerance threatens civil rights in the United States. He says free speech must be protected but not used to intimidate, cites plant blockades as illegal, and urges local authorities to curb injustice at its source to prevent a national flood of intolerance.
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United States
Tom’ Clark
Clark
Syracuse Housing Plan Pushes State Funded Units
The Syracuse Housing Authority seeks a 250 unit State funded project costing 2,730,000 with city tax burden shifted away as the State assumes full responsibility for development. Mayor Costello supports reluctant approval amid housing emergency and local tax concerns. The project aims to ease demand for homes though not solve all shortages.
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Syracuse
Costello
Syracuse Housing
Seine
Connally laments as GOP gains noted by reporters
Senator Tom Connally of Texas, a Democratic stalwart with 30 years in Congress, tells reporters in his first public remarks after the election that Americans display gratitude by electing a Republican Congress. He says people have more money, food, higher wages, and jobs for all who want one, then quips about being OPA'd out of existence and questions why voters ousted those who helped improve conditions.
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Tor Connally
Texas
Congress
Connally
Lehman
Tom Dewey
The
Herald-Journal
Homer
Walsh
Russia
Moscow
Syracuse
Washington
Portraits By James Metcalf A True Reporter
A description of the journalist’s ideal role noting a reporter’s duty to cover events. It explains the reporter’s focus on immediacy and accuracy, from fires to politics, weather, and living costs, while aiming for editorial advancement.
Portal Pay Claim Sparks Supreme Court Back Pay Debate
A Washington piece warns Congress to restrain what it calls the biggest extortion risk in American history as back pay claims under the Wage and Hour Act surge. It notes Supreme Court rulings on time spent on premises, potential $5 billion totals, and the threat of matching tax implications for employers and unions.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Mt. Clemens
Mich
Congress
Supreme
Rdose‘velt
Van
Santa Claus Adds Miami Trip To Gift Plan
The Santa figure in Central New York expands his outreach by offering a Miami trip and hotel stays as part of a festive package for adults and children alike. The plan aims to broaden his circle of admirers this season.
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Santa’’ Claus
New York
Miami
Rush Hour Parking Ban Urged by Readers
Letters urge removing west Genesee Street parking during 4 to 6 pm to ease rush hour traffic and reduce accidents. They note a pending injunction stalls enforcement and predict winter congestion will worsen with snow. Readers cite driveway access and suggest parking on side streets as alternative.
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The
Herald-Journal
Genesee St
Hill
Common Council
W. Geneseesti
Jlong&t
Erie Blvd
Camillus
Bilbo's Return Darkens Mississippi Outlook
Stan Arnold notes a grim mood across Mississippi as fear and gloom spread. He predicts a looming downturn linked to a perceived return of a controversial figure, stirring concern among residents.
Taft Guides GOP Labor Bill Strategy in Congress
Senate leader Taft directs a coalition plan shaping labor legislation with a slate of proposals ranging from near abolition of unions to reforms of the Wagner Act. The tactics suggest extensive hearings and possible legislative gridlock as Congress weighs changes before the next session.
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Washington
Robert A. Taft
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Congress
Taft Leads Push for Repelled Labor Bill Strategy
Taft and fellow planners press quick passage of the Case Bill after its near passage and Truman veto. They expect revised version to gain larger majorities, despite union opposition and ongoing hearings. Leaders aim to wrap Congress by July 1 while weighing changes to Wagner Act and government role in union elections.
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Taft
Truman
John S. Lewis
Congress
White House
Capitol Hill
Tee
Digest of Odd Tales From A Village Laughingstock
A tramp seeks lion tamer work at a circus but rejects deceit. An absent minded professor asks a barber for a haircut and apologizes for the hat. A banker’s daughter gifts a wedding present causing plans to move the ceremony to noon. A man refuses to lend money stating it harms friendship in a humorous exchange.
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