California Governors Race Heats Up With Rumors and Backroom Talks
Washington reports swirl around California Democratic candidates led by James Roosevelt and George Luckey as hush hush trips to the capital and whispered deals emerge. A possible Roosevelt McClain ticket aims to mobilize pension followers and labor support, while Howser faces possible replacement in a tense party infighting era.
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California
James Roosevelt
George Luckey
Truman
Roosevelt
Luckey
White House
AFL
Democratic
George McClain
Arthur Samish
Frederick Napoleon Howser
What Liberalism Means in a Changing World
The piece argues liberalism should be seen as an adaptable attitude rather than a fixed doctrine. It contrasts liberal ground breaking with conservative tendencies, noting both can coexist in individuals and parties. True liberalism appears in action solving problems, not in proclaiming a label.
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U. S
McCabe urges tax cuts to spur savings and growth
Federal Reserve chairman Thomas B. McCabe argues income taxes should fall to encourage Americans to save and invest. He cites the 1948 tax bill totaling 54.5 billion dollars, notes double taxation of corporate dividends, and calls for a broad tax review and action in 1950. He warns a stagnant economy can’t fund government without productive output.
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Federal Reserve System
McCabe
Pennsylvania
Census Bureau
U. S
Congress
House
Senate
Moonlit Lounge Encounter Sparks a Tense Exchange
Gaynel waits in a Washington Boulevard lounge as a flirtatious confrontation with a bold blond man escalates. Armand the waiter intervenes while security closes in and the pursuer, offering hush money, hints at a hidden meeting elsewhere.
Ignorance and faith in ancient texts mix with hotel scene
A mosaic of quotes from biblical and classical sources is interleaved with a novel scene in a hotel lobby where Gaynel delays a meeting. A meddling young man manipulates her into a deliberate rendezvous, while a waiter and Armand observe. The passage ends with the invitation of a drink and a promise of continuation.
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Gaynel
Miss Teare
Barry
Just Plodding Along on U S 30N Below Lava Hot Springs
The narrator and Effie witness a minor two car collision on a one way bridge on the main highway near Lava Hot Springs while discussing road etiquette and state politics. The account blends travel notes, local lore, and humorous asides about Idaho life and upcoming events.
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U. S. 30N
Effie
Soda Springs
Wyoming
California
Effié
Idaho
State Highway Department
Pan American and the Flight to a Global Monopoly
Washington hears a heated debate over Pan American World Airways led by Juan Trippe. The Civil Aeronautics Board argues a merger with American Overseas Airlines would create a dual sovereignty and curb competition on the North Atlantic. Proponents cite savings and national interest, while opponents warn of a monopoly risking rates, service, and national policy alignment.
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America
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Juan Trippe
Pan American World Airways
Trippe
American Flag
American Overseas Airlines
Pan American
Owen Brewster
Maine
Congress
James L. Highsow, Jr
William F. Kennedy
Civil Aeronautics Board
CAB
Pan Am
North Atlantic
Trans- World Airlines
TWA
United States
E. Ballader
State
Defense
Boeing
Popcorn supply tied to Iowa production?
The nation's popcorn supply comes largely from Iowa, producing about 50,000,000 bushels yearly. The Waner brothers nickname note recalls Paul as Big Poison and Lloyd as Little Poison, with Paul also playing for the Boston Braves.
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Paul
Lloyd Waner
Pittsburgh Pirates
Big Poison
Little Poison
Boston Braves
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