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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1947
Page
3
Sylvia P Porter argues the $100 limit on goods from foreign travel is an archaic relic harming US trade relations. She notes decades of price shifts and global commerce, urging no unnecessary interference as the nation debates export levels and trade balance with the world.
The article argues boosting American travel abroad to improve the trade balance by increasing imports and exports. It cites proposals to raise the customs allowance from 100 to 500 or 1000 dollars, simplify passport rules, and reduce visa and customs hassles. It highlights support from the National Foreign Trade Council and manufacturers, noting travel spending once rivaled sugar imports in value. It also mentions Denny and Decker in Columbus and a cornet solo.
Elyria High School senior Richard Decker received a scholarship offer from the New York Military Academy a private school at Cornwind on the Hudson valued at 1000 or 800 dollars depending on meeting bandmaster Walter Kinney’s requirements. The offer came on a friend’s recommendation.
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