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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1947
Page
4
The piece advises men to leave home early on December 26 to avoid the chaos of Christmas cleanup. It skims through the mess of torn wrapping, cardboard, and decorations while noting a domestic chorus of questions from the thrifty housewife. A stealthy retreat aims to dodge the post holiday storm and its tedious chores.
The article argues America backed by aid and food supplies holds the decisive weapon against hunger aiding Communist forces. It notes Russia pressured by failed trade talks and Western ally France and Italy strengthened by U S aid while Moscow loses temper. It urges Washington to accelerate Marshall Plan support to stabilize France Italy and Europe against future strikes.
Alf Landon criticizes Europe’s long weekends funded by American taxpayers while UN secretariat faces delays and votes. Robert H. Jackson urges cautious expansion of legal principles as global work norms shift. The bulletin board at Lake Success prompts readers to question leisure, housing, and funding amid international tensions.
Washington column notes Secretary Anderson and congressional requests spur public scrutiny of grain traders. It recalls past stock market probes, calls for new powers to regulate margins, and questions whether Republicans will push legislation to curb speculation. The piece cites Stassen, references the 1930s acts, and links to broader market regulation debates.
Paul Gallico prescribes a satirical New Year guide to recreate a first class club experience at home. The piece mocks costly celebrations with a tongue in cheek plan involving crowding a small room, fake entertainment, improvised food, and chaotic “extras” to simulate a real club, ending with a dreary, anticlimactic New Year’s Eve.
Puzzle style clued list referencing U S assistant secretary of state and various crosswords terms across vertically and horizontally. Includes definitions for words like compass points, plant parts, metals, and common nouns, with several missing letters and abbreviations.
U S delegates report fear that unified Germany would invite Russian dominance. London talks end without a peace treaty, mirroring Potsdam and leaving Britain France and the United States wary of Russia’s next moves in Germany.
The page lists hourly radio segments from 6:40 to 11:15, detailing programs and hosts. Notable shows include News broadcasts, musical programs, and entertainment features such as Say it With Music, Coast Guard on Parade, and Jack Finn's Orchestra. The schedule appears to cover a full daytime to late-night line-up with recurring news and entertainment segments.
The smallest British military force in the world is stationed on Gilbert and Ellice in the Pacific, known as the Ocean Island Defense, with one officer and 20 other ranks.
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