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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1947
Page
6
The Automobile Manufacturers Association reports skyrocketing used car prices and says only higher production can restore balance. George Romney cites profits as high as 2700 dollars above dealer prices and notes demand outstrips new car supply. Policy requires restoring supply demand balance to curb resale profits.
A city housing proposal by Harrison Park Homes faced opposition from homeowners and a setback after a zoning change failure. Despite backing from the Chamber of Commerce and labor groups, critics argued the public hearing on a limited dividend project became an empty gesture. The plan sought 27 percent garden apartments on 20.33 acres at 900 Valley Dr with tax exempt bonds and a 32 year term.
Richard Shuler, 19, of Trenton New Jersey, died from injuries after an automobile truck collision at Sloansville. He was pronounced dead last night after the crash occurred near the village. The investigation continues as authorities determine the cause and parties involved.
A. Wanamaker, president of the National Education Association, said meager salaries and embarrassing social restrictions are the chief factors deteriorating public schools. She called for immediate action to attract and retain superior teachers at a symposium during the Golden Jubilee convention of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers.
President Truman urged Congress leaders from both parties to rush bills extending war powers authorities set to expire June 30. He sought extending the Maritime Commission oil tanker charter authority, the Export Control Act for scarce articles, and allocation and priority controls under the second War Powers Act. Hearings are planned in both House and Senate committees.
In Philadelphia a seven foot iron lung helps a 10 month old girl whose respiratory muscles are paralyzed. On May 21 doctors at St Lukes and Children’s Medical Center removed an infection from her ear but Lolita McCauley of Elizabethtown, New Jersey, suffered an attack of encephalitis that left her brain paralyzed.
Speakers include Mayor William O Dwyer and President William Green of the American Federation of Labor as protesters rally against Taft Lamley labor legislation. The event underscores labor discontent as Congress debates the measure.
A North American Accident Insurance Co of Chicago offers Premier Limited Double Duty Policy for people earning under 65 a week. It provides weekly benefits up to 25 for 10 weeks, 25 for 4 weeks with hospital care, 50 weekly travel accident benefit, 75 hospital confinement, up to 25 cash for doctor bills, and 1000 to family on accidental death. Cost is 12 per year, with no medical exam, ages 15 to 64. 18 per year for 65 to 75. Benefits payable whether at home or hospital. includes free booklet by mail.
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