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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1949
Page
4
Notices required by law or court order will be published in the Thursday issue of this newspaper under Idaho law. This publication serves as second class matter and a member of Audit Bureau of Circulations, with notices appearing weekly.
The United States census bureau undertakes a 1950 decennial count costing about 70 million dollars. Some 150,000 canvassers will survey every household while Washington staff expands to up to 10,000 specialists. Final results, including gender shifts and living patterns, will influence policy through 1953.
The piece argues that isolationism is resurging in Congress led by Senator Wherry of Nebraska with backing from midwestern Republicans. It notes widespread sentiment against further foreign commitments, but warns the attitude lacks a positive program and cannot restore security, given recent US arms and global turmoil.
The senate questions John Maragon, an ex boot black with easy White House access. He regularly bypasses palace guards to observe from behind a pillar, joining official events without invitation, showing bold individualism amid the presidential surroundings.
The senate subcommittee probes the Greek policy circle centering on General Vaughan and John Maragon. It notes Maragon’s White House access, alleged role in shaping the 1947 Truman doctrine for Greece, and ties to Archbishops and church figures. It also mentions Perons Argentina and U S envoy Bruce facing pressure over press censorship and recent slaps from Buenos Aires.
A correspondents stroll through Frankfurt after Berlin stops at a lively beer garden reveals American diners paying with coupons scarce items and a mix of German life. Sightings include departure from bombed theaters and signs for Ford IBM and Yale Glee Club as crowds gather and a Salvation Army banner surfaces amid postwar bustle.
The article traces smallpox inoculation origins from Lady Mary Wortley Montagu to Jenner and vaccination's life saving impact. It shifts to polio signs, diagnosis timing, and the need for early medical advice while warning against excessive alarm and urging practical public health focus. Senator Claude Pepper of Florida is cited.
Marquis Childs details Britain’s 1949 50 defense budget of 3.04 billion dollars with 793000 in uniform, plans to drop to 750000 in 1950, and heavy spending on bases and overseas commitments. He notes transfers of ships and aircraft to Western Union allies, costs of health and pensions, and looming U S Britain talks with Bevin Cripps Snyder and Acheson shaping postwar policy.
Henry McLemore reports from Johannesburg on Bobby Locke being barred by the PGA of America. Locke’s father and local pros express surprise, defend his character, and call for a fair trial. The piece notes Locke’s admiration for the United States and his swing patterned after Harry Vardon.
Garb An Indiana track star is described as a sprinter off the old block with a father known for his running days. The piece blends light quips about family athletic lineage and local sports tone.
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