Truman blasts Congress as election year rhetoric heats VA crowd
President Truman told 1,200 VA hospital workers that lawmakers “jump” when Social Security and other programs are attacked. He criticized Congress for budget cuts, va hospital planning, and a post office deficit while defending veterans and Social Security against Medicare‑style claims.
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Bargaining Ended Says Steel Officials View
A steel industry spokesman declared that collective bargaining has ended, accusing government of capitulation to labor unions. Walter S. Tower, retiring president of the American Iron and Steel Institute, criticized government intervention and proposed minimal control for military needs. At the 60th institute meeting, Max B. Howell was named executive director and reelected treasurer. Ben Moreell urged business leadership grounded in strong character to sustain national progress.
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