Talmadge Dominates Georgia Politics After Tax Session
Atlanta reports Herman Talmadge remains a dominant figure in Georgia politics after a special legislative session approved about 20.5 million dollars in new taxes. The governor argues funds are needed to aid farmers, pensioners, crippled children, hospitals, and schools, while opponents warn of fiscal risk and political consequences for Talmadge’s leadership.
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Atlanta
Herman Talmadge
Georgia
Tilmadge
Talmadge
Magin
Tallmadge
Fortircom
Herman
Eugene Talmadge
Tedgall
Strike Threatens Paris Fashion Shows
A wage dispute looms as Paris fashion houses face a strike risk from seamstresses over pay. Shows planned for next week could be cancelled if the stoppage proceeds, while models and designers weigh continuing despite the dispute.
Federal Aid To Education Lost For The Present
Washington antics show no immediate move on Federal aid to education. Three Republican House members proposed a bill to distribute funds by state need and allow states to exclude parochial and non public schools. The plan sets a national education average as a goal and offers aid only to underperforming states. Time is short, and action before adjournment seems unlikely.
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Washington
Congress
House
Lewis Refuses Compromise On Three Day Week
The coal dispute in the postwar wage talks continues as Lewis blocks a three day week compromise. He seeks a twenty cent royalty for miners welfare and a retirement fund amid broader aims for miners and families. George H. Bove of Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal comments on the contract tension and wage predictions amid operator negotiations.
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Bluefield
W. Va
Southern Coal Producers Association
Phillip Murray
CIG
Miners Welfare and Retirement Fund
George H. Bove
Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal Company
Love
Unions Plan Action Under T H Law Amid Pension Bargaining Debate
Unions consider invoking the T H Law to push pension bargaining for deep workers. The dispute centers on whether employers must bargain over pensions and the impact of a recent National Energy Regulation decision. Leaders warn action could align with political efforts to shape Congress and expand labor protections.
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Qed
Murray
Imlasiry
Scott
Tow Murray
Mirra
HMR
Jeli
Pawas
United Mine Woerkers
Linis
Acheson Warns on Red Aggression and U.S. Arms Aid
Secretary Acheson told a congressional committee that warlike Soviet aggression in Western Europe must be deterred by unity and NATO pledges. He outlined a plan to channel most arms aid to treaty nations, with Barne set to receive over 1.16 billion dollars, while recognizing limited U.S. resources and the uncertain duration of the program.
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North Atlantic
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Korea
Philippines
United States
Congress
Polio Closely Watched As Local Boys Return Home
A local article notes cases of infantile paralysis near a youth camp. One family pulled their son from the camp after fears of infection, while other campers remained for the term. Medical authorities confer with officials on containment as a conference on polio proceeds.
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Tvo
Oshane
Polio Cases Ahead of 1944 Record Year
Polio deaths reached 67 in six months with North Dakota reporting 47 cases and four deaths the highest for the date. Maryland sees 15 cases and two deaths, while Springfield Massachusetts quarantines all under 16 and closes the public pool after 17 cases this month. Health Department predicts over 2,200 cases for the year, double last year. A Muncie Indiana firm converts alcohol barrels into iron lungs, one in use.
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North Dakota
Maryland
Springfield
Muncie
Ind
Hambys Leaving Reservoir Home After Decades of Service
Hamby, longtime reservoir attendant, plans to retire from meter reading duties after nearly unseen years of service. He walked daily about ten miles and kept in top shape, joking that he preferred reading meters to eating. A memorable ice accident froze him briefly, but he recovered and continued work until six years ago when a car aided his rounds.
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Wamby
Hamby
Water Department
Rare Iris Tesa Adept Nobility At Canterbury Gardens
Four rare iris varieties priced at one crown each. Descriptions include Black Magic and Empress Ride with multicolor tones and speckled gold. notes on careful handling and display at Canterbury Gardens.
Pork Prices Fall While Eggs Rise Amid Heat
Retail pork prices eased several cents per pound this week as supplies remained seasonably ample. Top grade eggs edged up two to three cents per dozen in markets affected by hot weather. Produce varied widely with some fruits and vegetables cheaper, while peaches and peppers showed higher prices in places. The Agriculture Department noted plums, California and Michigan crops above average, and fresh and frozen fish listed as plentiful. The Dun and Bradstreet wholesale index rose two cents to 5.73, yet remained 20.2 percent above last year.
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Agriculture Department
California
Michigan
Public Probe Into Five Percenters To Start Next Week
Senator Hoey says a public inquiry into the five percenters will begin next week despite the illness of James V. Hunt. The subcommittee aims to start hearings even if Hunt is not present, though his presence was desired for the start. Paul Grindle, a Massachusetts manufacturer, admitted paying Hunt $1,000 for help in obtaining a government contract.
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Washington
Hoey
D-N.c
Special Investigations Subcommittee
James V. Hunt
Army
War Assets Administration
Hunt
Paul Grindle
Massachusetts
Hunt Denies Trading on Influence as Generals suspended
Hunt claimed influence with two Army Major generals Alden H Waitt and Herman Feldman who were suspended after Secretary Gray said they failed to exhibit judgment expected of their positions. Hunt denied attempting to trade on influence.
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Hunt
Alden H. Waitt
Chemi Gal Corps
Herman Feldman
Waitt
Feldman
Army
Gray
DROWNS IN STREET DURING THUNDERSTORM
An elderly woman was knocked down by a heavy current of water and drowned in the street during a severe thunderstorm today in Hasbrouck Heights New Jersey.
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Hasbrouck Heights
N. J
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