Venezuela coup threat tests Americas commitment to democracy
The piece argues that a rightist coup in Venezuela under a military junta threatens democratic principles, with Romulo Gallegos' short presidency cited as a model of postwar reform. It warns that suspending civil rights and delaying elections deepen dictatorship and widen the gap between South American democracy and U.S. ideals.
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Venezuela
Caracas
United States
Romulo Gallegos
U. S
South America
Gallegos
Gallego
Truman
Truman Resents Press Push for Cabinet Changes
Washington notes that President Truman resents attempts by columnists to reshape his official family. He says no major changes before January 20, then opens the door for shifts post inauguration, recalling how Roosevelt era appointees exited and how Ickes Hannegan and Sullivan left while Forrestal remained.
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Washington
W House
Truman
Roosevelt
White House
Francis Biddle
Morgenthau
Frances Perkins
Harold L. Ickes
Robert E. Hannegan
Gael Sullivan
Democratic National Committee
James Forrestal
Navy
Truman Faces A World Of Choices And Press Reactions
Marquis Childs analyzes how President Truman nurtures loyalty within his circle as he eyes potential successors for secretary of defense and secretary of commerce. The piece notes veteran officials may sacrifice personal interests, while a hostile press and lingering investigations color his cautious approach.
Advice From The Doctor On Air Pollution Variations
The article surveys smoke and fumes pollution across cities, noting origins in industry and residential areas. It cites Cleveland Pittsburgh Los Angeles and New York studies, highlighting limits of elimination but benefits from abatement, and the need for coordinated health, engineering and industrial hygiene efforts.
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American Journal of Public Health
Cleveland
Pittsburgh
Los Angeles
New York
Health Department
Industrial Hygiene
New York City
Louisiana
Boston
Florida
Helen Hayes Questions TV as Art Form in Era of Video
In New York the actress Helen Hayes questions television as a universal art form preferring radio and stage. She likens TV to a clumsy baseball game in a bathroom and favors long rehearsals and a large stage or the freedom of radio to let audiences imagine actions.
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New York
Helen Hayes
Miss Hayes
Queen Victoria
Jersey
Charlie MacArthur
Elfin
Helen
Victoria Regina
Television value debated by A M Whitlock and Sumner Welles
A M Whitlock of General Foods argues TV brings theater glamour to the average home while Sumner Welles warns that Berlin remains a tinder box and war may be near. The remarks reflect concerns over media influence and escalating geopolitical risk.
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A. M. Whitlock
Crtising
General
Berlin
Washington Merry-Go-Age and Drew Pearson
Texas born American Legion national commander Perry Brown missed a chance to advertise Texas at the White House with Louis Johnson. Truman wore his old Missouri Legion cap. Brown forgot his Texas cap, causing an embarrassed pause. Secret plan to form an American Foreign Legion in Western Europe, with refugee Europeans in American arms, discussed by Secretary Royall and Congressmen. G.I. pay discussed. pay in dollars proposed to boost morale. Steel policy feud between Commerce and Interior. no decision after Webb hearing. Insurance probe widows and orphans. McCarthy attacks Acacia Mutual. heated director letters and McCarthy reply. Whittaker Chambers device noted. Ramadier comment on Franco-American ties.
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Washington
Perry Brown
Beaumont
Texas
American Legions
White House
Louis Johnson
Truman
Missouri” Legion
Brown
United States
Royall
U. S
American Foreign Legion
G. I
Cellar
Wisconsin
Joe McCarthy
McCarthy
Acacia Mutual
Robert Fraser
Harry Blake
Washington, D. C
Acacia
Homer Holt
New York City
United States Senate
James Coliflower
Fraser
Marine Corps
France
New Car Upsets Reader With Overloaded Extras
A reader rants about modern autos packed with features and add ons from heaters to meteor shields. He notes prices and humorous possibilities while joking about future options and road habits.
Army Court Martial Rules Open Door to Enlisted Voices
President Truman ordered sweeping changes to army court martial rules effective February 1, allowing enlisted men to sit on juries, criminalizing coercion in confessions, and stressing innocence until proven guilty. The reforms aim to curb officer enlisted caste divisions and reflect the reality that capable soldiers come from all ranks.
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Pearl Harbor
United
Congress
Army
House of Representatives
Armed Services Committee
Truman
Metimes College
Tepen
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Forrestal
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Commerce Department
Pendergast
Robert Ruark
Mary Miles Minter
Miss H
Sumner Welles
Washington Merry- Go- Age
Drew Pearson
Commerce and Interior Departments
Oak Ridge
Interior Department
James Webb
Sam
Mr. Sharp Parkin
Sunday’s Post
Salt Lakety
Daniel Boone
Buddy
Daniel
Steve Shepard
KEIO
Steve
Naval Academy
Steve Shepar
Sam Hanson
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