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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1948
Page
4
An editorial mailing notice lists 334 North Main Street as the address and notes a monthly rate of $1.25 in advance. The item appears in a 1947 postal context referencing the March 3, 1879 act.
The piece condemns pro Communist influence in unions and employers contracts, arguing it would permit firing workers for dissent. It cites CIO opposition and argues such thought control mirrors Soviet methods, warning against purge purges and the use of subversive tactics to enforce loyalty. It notes officials and judges weigh national security and democracy against coercive labor practices.
Eleanor Roosevelt notes in her column that Rep. John Taber’s appropriations committee slashed European Recovery Program funds by 26 percent, triggering Soviet criticisms and European concern. She also comments on Eduard Benes’s resignation in Czechoslovakia and the broader implications for democracy and foreign policy.
Washington dispatch argues Truman's nonpolitical presidential tour costs are small but political fallout is large. It notes total trip costs under 15 000 with aides paid separately, media costs borne by correspondents, and White House travel funds limited. The piece predicts Democratic fundraising will falter while Republicans show strong contributions, and suggests federal funding for campaigns of all parties.
National chair McGrath names Francis D. Myers to draft a platform acceptable to both factions. The committee will be balanced and include leaders from key states as civil rights and states rights issues threaten party unity ahead of the July convention.
Denver welfare officials hold 16 year old Billy Phillips who ran away March 31 and was found May 6. Parents of Vanport Oregon, missing since last week’s flood, cannot be reached and Billy cannot return home until they are located dead or alive.
A culinary note explains that cheese requires sufficient heat to melt properly and combine with other ingredients for a cohesive dish. It emphasizes even heating and gradual melting to avoid separation.
Boise union leaders say the Idaho Digest, a monthly magazine for the State Federation of Labor and railroad unions, will debut around June 15 and be printed by Pioneer Publishing Co. The joint labor legislative committee, chaired by Fred McCabe, met to review proposed measures and will reconvene July 7 to approve resolutions. Committee members include Robert Burns, L B Allison, Ben Nokes, and George Warren.
The text states that about two and a half gallons of linseed oil can be obtained from one bushel of flaxseed.
In a cafe chat, jeweler Joe Evans recounts Ernie Bradley a touring hoofer known for courting waitress Angela. Bradley buys a ring and later diamonds as he and Angela drift from show to show, with Angela foiling him then reuniting with him after a web of lies unravels. Angela later reveals she kept diamonds, planning to gift them as a keepsake mounted on a stickpin for Ernie.
A dense radio timetable lists hourly programs across KEYY 1240 and KEIO 1450 stations with morning to evening lineups. Entries include music shows, news briefs, farm programs, dramas, and sports, featuring hosts and program titles throughout the day.
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