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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1948
Page
4
Editorial notes a dearth of campaign issues in Bannock county with candidates avoiding hot topics. It suggests future talks may push for courthouse repairs or a new building, highlighting the jail's federal blacklist and urging remodeling now with a plan for a new unit later.
The piece argues a Canadian style espionage inquiry, conducted by a Supreme Court caliber commission with unrestricted powers, could uncover a Soviet spy ring without public branding, contrasting with congressional hearings and urging decisive, discreet action. It cites Miss Bentley and Chambers Budenz as vindicating precedents while warning against procedural roadblocks.
Marquis Childs surveys the Pacific west from McCall Idaho noting population surges in California Oregon and mountain states. He argues continued growth requires government oversight to balance land water and power while expanding industry and hydroelectric projects. He details a Payette National Forest journey illustrating the fragile balance of resources and the politics shaping 1948.
In Annapolis and New London voices of junior Navy officers reveal ongoing discontent over pay and living costs. Ensigns describe take home pay around 408 dollars monthly before taxes with multiple deductions, stressing that subs and aviators earn more only when on active duty and that medical care and dependents strain budgets. They warn the service risks talent as resignations surge and state they love the work but cannot survive on current wages.
An artist's wife receives $100 monthly alimony described as a drawing account.
Drew Pearson notes rivalries between Speaker Joe Martin and Sen Alben Barkley as Navy justice remains unchanged since John Paul Jones era. Lt Kenneth L Curtis is convicted of stealing a generator found at Commander Louis R Hird’s lake cottage while Hird avoids punishment. Captain Hilford Owen escapes serious penalty by insanity plea but faces possible discharge. Buicks at dealer prices appear in the tale of naval procurement.
Paul Gallico condemns police wiretaps on a East 65th Street raid and a loitering case, arguing home privacy and due process are violated. He warns about recorders and mandated warrants, noting the danger to intimate conversations and civil rights.
Reporter describes the Gandhi assassination trial in New Delhi where security is tight and spectators scarce. The defendants include Godse and Apte. informer Badge testifies amid translators and wary officials. the atmosphere is oddly relaxed as the accused seem resigned to dying for a cause.
Letters from readers recount a Chicago tour group trapped in Pocatello Idaho after a no parking tow. A Chicago motor club member disputes a speeding ticket and tow charges while locals offer protests. The exchange underscores frustrations with city enforcement and welcomes tone.
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