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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1948
Page
4
A guest editorial reflects on sagebrush blooming in September and yellow flowers, praising steadfast fall blossoms. The author recounts a Oregon friend's steadfast acts during a pastor's family crisis and extols those who quietly help in churches and clubs, serving unseen but essential roles.
Rep. F Edward Hebert of Louisiana warns that loyalty and disloyalty issues have become tangled in partisan politics and threaten basic American freedom. Hebert cites political motives behind the American Activities Committee and questions the fairness of loyalty boards and public smears without due process. Dewey and Truman criticisms frame the debate as a fight over individual rights.
Marquis Childs reports a government loyalty count showing 5421 cases with 883 resignations during investigations and 2,100,521 cleared. 54 found guilty, 21 appealing. He notes odd accusations amid public duty defense, cites a Canadian espionage acquittal, and urges review by a top board or Justice Roberts to curb prejudice and allow confrontation of accusers.
The New York fur and leather union leader Ben Gold admits to being a communist for 25 years. He speaks openly before congressional committees and avoids contempt citations by using the constitution. The piece notes mixed admiration and political stance.
Paul Gallico cautions men against commenting on other women in sight. He argues a roving eye triggers anger, insecurity, and a fight over perceived beauty, urging restraint and silence to preserve peace.
Washington column reveals Senator Elmer Thomas of Oklahoma sent a personal letter to Senator Ferguson of Michigan accusing him of probing tactics and threats to expose ties between Ferguson’s son in law Charles Beltz and Chrysler Airtemp. The letter claims private funds funded investigations and warns of potential public disclosures.
A Hong Kong reporter interviews rickshaw pullers who oppose a movement to banish them. They value their trade and livelihoods, arguing the work is not degrading and provides a modest, steady income. The piece also notes typhoon warnings, naming Gertrude and Hazel, and describes local reactions to storms and weather signs.
The narrator navigates New York's Wall Street, finding a place of brooding buildings and bustling diners. He notes elites, secretaries, and clerks, recalls Emile's, and reflects on the district's mix of wealth, politics, and urban myth while contrasting Sabbath stillness with weekday energy. The piece ends with a light oddity about fashion.
The piece quotes critic Maugham on a literary life and notes Mrs. L. L. Hughes warns that within ten years about six million children will lack schooling. Maj. Gen. William J. Sovyan asserts a strong moral position in Berlin as wartime OSS chief.
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