Aid to China Seen Adrift in Inflationary Budget Clash
Edwin G. Nourse warns rising military spending could trigger inflation and force tax hikes or tighter wartime controls. The piece argues for modest, well-administered aid to China with greater supervisory and advisory presence to curb corruption and ensure effectiveness amid looming communist gains.
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Truman
Edwin G. Nourse
Dr. Nourse
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Congress
Kiang
Hobson
Hawaii
Continental
Unitedates
Scott's televised defeat reflections mark GOP shift after Dewey win
In a late night TV appearance Hugh Scott Jr., chairman of the Republican National Committee, appeared frail as Dewey's victory loomed. A month later he drafts a 22,000-strong party letter criticizing New Deal spending and Dems, while offering a muddled program.
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Hugh Scott, Jr
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Dewey Victory
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Chicago Tribune
Republicans face internal divide after 1948 loss
Marquis Childs assesses a party at a painful interregnum as Wayne Morse argues for constitutional liberalism. The piece notes Dewey’s loss as a party failure, the Taft-Wherry leadership challenged, and possible shifts in early January debates among Senate Republicans.
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Aig
Scott
Wayne L
Senate
Taft-Wherry
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Illinois
California
Dewey
Wallace
New York
Truman
Advice From The Doctor on Blood in Urine Dangers
The piece warns that blood in the urine signals a serious issue, not a mere strain. It outlines possible kidney injuries tumors inflammation stones and other conditions and stresses prompt thorough investigation and possible medical or surgical treatment to prevent irreversible outcomes.
Paul Gallico on Kings and titles in modern society
The essay surveys American attitudes toward monarchy and hereditary power, contrasting democratic procedures with royal prestige. It cites Rome, Nazi Germany, Russia, and the Ku Klux Klan to argue that power tends to concentrate under various titles, and notes lingering reverence for traditional ranks in the U.S. and abroad.
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George
U. S.A
Joe
Italy
Republic
Rome
Hitler
Germany
Russia
Stalin
Augustus
King
Shah
Kahn
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Justinian
Hadrian
Antonini
Ku Klux Klan
William J. Simmons
Barbs on aging and relationships show in playful quips
A satirical column riffs on aging, parenting, divorce, and romance. It notes dads helping with homework can backfire and jokes about a daughter seeking a model husband ending with the wrong model. The piece hints at family frictions around fashion and romance in a brisk, humorous voice.
Will to Fight Orients Europe On Ruhr Peace Plan
Drew Pearson writes to Secretary Marshall arguing Western Europe must share a will to defend against Soviet pressure. He warns that arms alone fail without popular support and suggests a Ruhr under a commission of small nations could reassure Europeans, curb Moscow propaganda, and align policy with American ideals. He cites bankers and German post war policy as obstacles and urges a consumer-centered approach backed by cooperative European firms.
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General Marshall
Europe
Western
Russia
United States
Western Europe
Hitler
U. S
Germany
National Defense
Voice of America
Ruhr
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission of Small Nations
Moscow
Time Whirls On
A writer marks turning forty two with a humorous reflection on aging, birthday plans, dental visit, and shifting life priorities from pleasure venues to health professionals and practical concerns as the day unfolds.
Birthday musings on aging and gifts contrasted with hope
A narrator reflects on turning 42 amidst aging, doctor visits, and changing gift ideas from luxury items to practical home goods. He recalls past joys of life, laments health worries, and ends with acceptance that a house gift may satisfy his longing for simplicity.
Good Neighbor House to Aid Pocatello Needy
A columnist explains a charitable drive in Pocatello aimed at creating a permanent Good Neighbor House. The goal is to stock a space with donations and use volunteer help to serve children needing coats, food, clothing, dental work, eyewear, or milk while avoiding overhead.
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Pocatello
Pocatello Post
City Delivery Service
Bessy
Sam
Farewell Tour Echoes on Election Stage
Norman Thomas notes he has given many farewell tours for the presidency, claiming this is his last chance. He condemns war as wasteful and destructive, urging honor to avoid war so conservation planning remains meaningful against a backdrop of political rhetoric and administration names.
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Sarah Bernhard
Norman Thomas
Pinteck
Paul G. Hoffm
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