Truman Nominations Turned Down by Senate
In a rare surge of Senate action four Truman nominations to federal posts were rejected in a single day amid a log jam in legislation. Hutchinson was confirmed 59 14, while Hook Andrews Switzer and related recess appointees faced opposition from both parties, with critics citing qualifications and partisan maneuvering.
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Slag Mishaps Lag Washington Award to Ohio Plants
The National Slag Association awarded certificates of achievement to four Ohio plants for a year without disabling injuries. Included were Standard Slag Co. of Hubbard and the Ports mouth plant of the Standard Slag Co. at New Boston.
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Ton Shugg Named Acting AEC General Manager
Carleton Shugg has been named acting general manager of the Atomic Energy Commission succeeding Carroll L. Wilson who resigned alleging a lack of confidence in Chairman Gordon Dean and accusing other commission members of meddling in the atomic program management.
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Israeli cow Stavit sets Middle East milk record in Tel Aviv
A 17-year-old Israeli cow named Stavit is credited by the ministry of agriculture with a lifetime milk output over 100,000 quarts, doubling the previous national record of 50,000 quarts. Stavit traces lineage to a Damascus cow and a Dutch bull.
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A T and T Labor Policy Probed
Senate labor subcommittee opened an inquiry into Bell Telephone System labor relations to see if current structure and practices foster collective bargaining. The panel led by Senator Murray and including Senator Taft will hear the CIO Communications Workers of America on its stance. The union, formed from the former National Federation of Telephone Workers, claims over 230,000 Bell employees represented.
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Telegraph Co Faces Five-Day Reply After Testimony Start
Beirne opened with a 50 page brief accusing A T and T of maintaining bad relations by insisting on local collective bargaining while controlling labor relations and policies across the entire Bell System as a single integrated business. The testimony is set to begin August 28 with a five day reply period by the Telegraph Co.
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Canadian lands under cultivation exceed fifty eight million acres
Canada reports more than 58 million acres under cultivation reflecting extensive agricultural activity across provinces. The figure highlights large scale farming and regional crop production. Officials emphasize sustained growth and land use patterns influencing export potential and rural economies.
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