Truman Calls Special Session in Political Battle Over Congress
The article outlines President Truman summoning a special session to pressure Congress on high prices housing civil rights and minimum wages. It forecasts a venomous, partisan clash with Republicans and Southern Democrats defending or opposing his agenda. A brief session is hoped for amid national and world events.
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Truman
Congress
80Th Congress
Washington
Pennsylvania Avenue
Idaho sportsmen debate funding for wildlife programs
The article argues Idaho must expand trout hatcheries pheasant farms and game bird sanctuaries to meet rising demand from resident and out-of-state hunters. It questions who should pay and calls for surveys of lakes and streams to assess carrying capacity plus more conservation officers.
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Idaho
Jack Alvard
Editorial Call for Strong Fish and Game Management
A guest editorial urges sanctuaries for sage hens and tighter fish and game control. It advocates better relations between sportsmen and stockmen, higher conservation officer salaries, stricter penalties, stream and lake protections, and higher license fees especially from out of state hunters to fund the program.
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Fish and Game Department
Pershing’s funeral scene frames Bradley’s heavy burden
Washington notes in Pershing’s funeral that General Omar N. Bradley now bears a weighty task as chief of staff. He faces the risks of new weapons and potential war with the Soviet Union and must consider global flashpoints from Japan to Germany in a dramatically altered world.
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Washington
John J. Pershing
Pershing
Arizona
Dakotas
Pacific
America
Europe
Omar N. Bradley
Gen. Bradley
Thermy
Bradley
Lucius Clay
Berlin
Russia
General Bradley
Soviet Union
England
Germany
Japan
Korea
China
Churchill on Tito and shifting loyalties in wartime memory
Winston Churchill expresses disillusionment with Tito after wartime support for Mikhailovitch, warning against loving allies by instruction. The column contrasts shifts in alliances, criticizes Tito’s actions against American fliers, and echoes calls for a just world order from Dewey.
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Marshal Tito
Stalin
Yugoslavia
Hitler
Mikhailovitch
Tito
Winston
Franklin
Joe
Josip
Brother Broz
Backhanded Dixie Electors Plot Hoover Vote Story
Dixie Democrats discuss bolting Truman in the electoral college as New York electors meet in a Grecian styled room with embossed ballots. Swope contemplates voting for Herbert Hoover, provoking Lehman and Ed Flynn who doubt the plan and say the vote may not be counted. The scene is set against Texas primary battles later noted.
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Washington
Herbert Bayard Swope
Old New York World
Truman
Swope
New York
Herbert Lehman
Herbert Hoover
Oma
Lehman
Ed Flynn
Hoover
Herbert
Flynn
Texas
Housing battle roils Congress as veterans weigh runs
Drew Pearson notes Lyndon Johnson and Patman face outside money in campaigns over housing. Bill Cooper promotes anti housing views against Frank Wilson in Dallas. Sam Rayburn backs discharge petitions to move the Taft Ellender Wagner Housing Bill. Veteran candidate Creekmore Fath from Austin campaigns on housing issues.
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Pappy
O’daniel
Lyndon Johnson
Truman
Wright Patman
Houston
Patman
Dallas
Bill Cooper
Frank Wilson
Wilson
Sam Rayburn
Philadelphia
Sam
Rules Committee
Creekmore Fath
Austin
Jimmie Byrnes
Washington
Democrats Concede Barkley as 1948 Vice Presidential Pick
The writer questions the Democrats tone in 1948, praising Alben Barkley while arguing the No. 2 man’s age and questionable influence. He notes Barkley’s age of 71 as too old and suggests risk in selecting a running mate who might unexpectedly rise to national prominence.
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New York
Alben Barkely
Uncle Harry
Alben
Nature Boy Wallace
Harry
Alben Barkley
Ruark Warning on 70s Presidents and VP Power
The author argues that a president in his mid seventies is unlikely to handle the world’s demands, and notes Warren’s youth and vigor as preferable. He says the vice presidency is becoming a real executive role and questions the stability of a long-tenured leader. The piece hints at anticipated succession amid political strain.
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Big House
Pennsylvania Ave
Harry
Earl Warren
Tom Dewey
Warren
Mr. Dewey
A Ramble From Shannon to London and Ireland’s Welcome
A traveler notes Shannon Airport’s famed Irish hospitality with warm welcomes in multiple languages as planes arrive. The piece contrasts courteous customs with other airports, then shifts to a personal anecdote about spotting Jean being embraced by two men, prompting a sudden rescue.
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Shannon
Rhineanna
Journey Through Dublin And London Sketched By A Traveler
The narrator recalls meeting two old golfing friends Lawson Little and Jimmy Thomson in Dublin while awaiting a plane home. He jokes about jaunting carts and Irish attacks on travelers, shares travel quips about clothing, and notes plans to catch a flight to London to meet Elizabeth and Philip, after sending a postcard with arrival time.
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Lawson Little
Jimmy Thomson
Letters to The Editor praise and parade thanks in Pocatello
A selection of reader letters from The Post includes praise for the new paper, thanks for a Kids Parade that drew about 2,000 youngsters, and gratitude to volunteers and sponsors. The piece notes community groups, judges, and businesses who helped, plus an Iowa vet loans update and a quip about fishing laws.
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Pat Bistline
W. L. Orr
Fred Pauley
Moose and Eagles
Verna Schneider
Zelma Thiplett
Cleona Reed
Anona Belisle
Lulu Mongeau
Velma Ahlschlager
Louise Eckersley
Bassie Griffin
Rhoda Orchard
LaVi van Inwegen
Velene Bowen
Mike Yamada
Recreation Department
McHam Henderson Funeral Home
O. P. Skaggs St
Safeway
Peoples M. Bargain Barn
Hammond Pay Save
Peterson's Market
Wyz Way
Reno Super Market
Cottage Food Store
Pacific Fruit and Produce
Petersen Furniture
Karmen Korn
Newberry’s
DeLite Bakery
Taysom Jewelers
Wal
Idaho Glass & Paint
Pocatello Electros
Stauffers Barbecue
Pocatello Hardware & Canvas
Mitchell’s Radio and Appliance
Poccatello Electric
Carrico Sport Center
State Hardware
Hopper Dairy
MacKenzie Auto Equipment
Firestone
Miller Bakery
Western Auto
J. C. Penney
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Paul Gallico
Munich
Winston Churchill
Thomas E. Dewey
Dixie Demos
Drew Pearson
Robert Ruark
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London
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Tiny World Department
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Henry McLemore
Beverly Hills
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Philip
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Buck
Bob Ruark
Jello
Nick” Attering
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Wayne Booth
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