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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1948
Page
4
The piece argues the Soviet Union faces strong odds against pursuing a global war, noting ideological limits of communism, Russia’s weaker production, and the dangers of a large-scale invasion. It suggests Soviet leaders risk economic collapse, desertion, and an unwinnable, costly conflict despite propaganda.
A columnist argues that Wallace followers include pacifists and churchgoers who see him as peace-maker with the Soviet Union. The piece defines communists as those who always side with Russia and against the United States, citing the 1940-41 period and Moscow doctrine.
Marquis Childs argues that Henry Wallace's Third Party is effectively communist dominated. He cites Wallace's anti US rhetoric and pro Russia stance, parallels between party platforms, and support from former New Deal figures and labor leaders, asserting Moscow direction and a trend toward surrender of American integrity.
The column defends belief in luck and superstition in sports. It cites Cleveland pitcher Gene Bearden’s lucky woolen shirt and a traveling brass elephant as personal talismans, arguing that belief and psychology can influence performance without implying cheating or bad sport.
The YMCA reports 300 softball players on 19 teams with 375 games, including women’s teams. Basketball had 12 men’s teams and 16 boys’ teams. swimming enrolled over 435 youths. Volleyball, handball, weightlifting, boxing, badminton, and annual Halloween parties are listed with leaders and schedules. Officials include Fred Quinn, Jack Trimming, and W H Watts.
Barbs note retailers expect the greatest Christmas season yet though past predictions missed. The text also observes seasonal plant popularity and hints at tightening winter demand with modest temperatures.
Washington worry round discusses Truman aiming a direct appeal to Stalin to break the Soviet bloc impasse. It notes risks of euro defense budgets, Marshall Plan strain, and calls for renewed U.S. friendship with Russia while warning of a looming diplomatic dead end. It also highlights a buried 1946 minimum wage pledge and Taft’s committee inaction.
A correspondent recalls Henry's chaotic day in Peiping with pedicabs and a rookie driver Fu. Through a string of crashes and police bribes, Henry earns wounds to his dignity and ends with a banana split detour.
The Pocatello Community Chest predicts reaching its budget goal after a 1947 setback. Reasons include improved public relations, detailed agency budgets, donor education, and more community dinners and luncheon fundraisers. The Post notes strides in transparency and civic support.
A collection of contemporary opinions on Soviet policy and international focus. Included are remarks by John Foster Dulles era critics, Henry A Wallace, Victor G Reuther, John Vorys, Bill Simpson, and Marriner S Eccles. The passages cover fears of saboteur actions against the Marshall Plan, shifts toward the Far East, and inflation politics.
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