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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1949
Page
4
Idaho cattlemen report rising rustling losses reaching three to ten percent of herds in Bannock county. Outfits report missing calves and livestock with threats of stricter action, while calls for jail terms, roadblock patrols, and stronger law enforcement grow louder.
The piece argues the Chinese Communists are near certain victory and may take full control through military or political means. It compares past Soviet and Polish outcomes, notes risks to the United States, and asks whether China will pursue peace or use the nation as a base for regional expansion, with Moscow shaping the decision.
In Omaha the Republican National Committee disputes over control after a sweeping defeat. Rep. Hugh D. Scott Jr. leads with Dewey backing as Herbert Brownell guided daily operations, prompting friction with veteran members and a looming intra-party clash.
Marquis Childs reports Taft and allies debate the GOP national committee’s power to set policy. Vandenberg and others oppose giving policy authority to the committee or a Republican conference, arguing Congress records should drive 1950 campaigns. Taft favors cautious moves in education housing and limited medical aid.
Robert Ruark laments the demise of the traditional New York saloon as television, radios, jukeboxes, and loud crowds dominate. He recalls quieter speakeasies of the past and in a modern inferno wanders into a tavern crowded with two TV sets and blaring noise. He vows to build his own quiet, private bar.
A humorous column from Earl Wilson recounts jokes and sightings involving Gen Maxwell D Taylor Truman Sheen Hershfield and Fred Allen. The piece notes Taylor’s remark on cultivating minds for West Point and a photo moment with Truman Harris and Faye while sharing anecdotes and showbiz chatter.
Washington row reveals twelve senators backed a U N aligned resolution on Dutch actions in Indonesia and threats to cut Marshall Plan aid. State Department warned the move could embarrass lawmakers and sought its kill, while lawmakers defended foreign policy prerogatives. The piece also notes Dutch financing woes and a proposed Northwest hydroelectric plan with Canada.
Paul Gallico vents at lack of drama in television coverage of the inaugural ball in New York. He praises the day’s coronation broadcast but assails long close-ups of musicians while noting absent close-ups of attendees including Ma Truman and Margaret, dress, and diplomats, resulting in a dull show.
A Pocatello Postings column notes kids favor flavored medicines like Raspberry Aspirin prompting calls for lockable storage. Ducks sheltered by police face odd danger from animals and inmates as downtown life continues amid cold weather and a car fire near American Falls.
Hollywood gossip notes Bob Buckner works on Dawn at Dongo about Mus Solini. Universal-International to film in June after Desert Legion. Ingrid Bergman to join Rossellini in Italy for their next picture. Ida Lupino casts Leo Penn for Not Wanted. Joe Fields moves Gentlemen Prefer Blondes musical project. Noe Coward reacts to Point Valaine news. Lynn Fontaine and Alfredo Luni headline a failed play with sharp-stage moments.
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