New Era Makes Advent at Capitol GOP Sweep Frees Truman
Washington column reflects on Christmas mood in capital and the shift after the 1946 GOP victory. It recalls Truman breaking away from New Deal baggage, the end of his honeymoon with Congress, and the start of his effort to shape policy to his own aims amid party and public scrutiny.
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Washington twists from official duties into holiday calm
The piece notes Washington withdrawing from official activity for holidays without real impact from the new regime. It describes routine Capitol Hill reorganization, seasoned Republican leaders in power, and cautious optimism about the party’s direction after recent changes. It reflects on Taft and Taftites, Vandenberg warnings, and shifting political momentum across eras.
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Labor Ranks Face Government In UMW Wage Dispute
400000 United Mine Workers and allied unions rally behind John L Lewis as Washington seeks to end the strike with court injunctions. The crisis prompts emergency coal distribution plans, with rail and utility limits and a projected 40 hour week at near 64 hour earnings. Labor leaders in Atlantic City call for further wage boosts amid rising prices and wealth disparities.
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1947 Building Boom Forecast East Of Rockies
A 1947 rise in housing and construction is forecast for 87 eastern states with about 630000 dwelling units. The estimate by F W Dodge president Thomas Holden predicts a 93 percent rise in units and a 38 percent jump in dollar volume to over 9.6 billion. He cites material shortages easing, a skilled labor bottleneck, and rent ceilings deterring apartments as key factors shaping the outlook.
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Santa Claus Indiana Opens Toy Center Amid Mail Rush
Santa Claus Indiana hosts a year round park and toy center after a record mail season. The Santa Claus post, run by James Yellig, answers letters from all states. A 40 acre Enchanted Trail features Mother Goose dioramas and lifelike scenes. Children enjoy free miniature train rides and a plan for a larger railroad to tour replicas of the world. A toy shop showcases antique and modern toys while a restaurant and soda fountain serve visitors.
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Dolls in Distress Overtax Boston Hospital Dolls
Boston based Doll Hospital, Inc. struggles with 400 current cases, quadruple prewar demand, and staff shortages. Proprietor Mrs. Fred Hockaday explains two minus workdays weekly to cope, while a 42 inch bisque receptionist is out of service after a boy damaged her eye. The shop employs five assistants and a doll surgeon as it treats a range from a 135 year old wooden doll to many unbreakable babies.
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Free Bible leftovers grow as War Assets waste away
War Assets administration cannot dispose of about a million pocket Bibles, even when offered free to religious and charitable groups. Two weeks after the offer, only four organizations requested, totaling under 1,000 copies. The leftovers include King James and Douay versions and some for Jewish members, from 11 million bought for the armed forces.
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Shadow of Mountain Prompts Time Change
Palm Springs officials enact daylight saving to gain more sunlight during winter as Mt. San Jacinto 11,000 feet high casts long afternoon shadow. city council approves 220 days of the measure this winter.
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Aviation notes on altitude limits for animals and plants
The article surveys how different beings tolerate altitude in the air age. Dogs endure 25,000 feet, cats 24,000, birds about 17,000, lobsters and crabs 17,000, fish 20,000 with ample water, and flowers up to 25,000 feet with careful packing. It notes La Guardia Airport sinking six inches yearly, and Polish efforts to build aircraft, plus the Constitution transport plane and new FAA registration changes.
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Gems of Thought on Peace War and Friendship
A compact collage quotes James Hilton on peace and war urging the best from all, notes Thomas Carlyle on epic conflict and tools, and reflects on friendship and jealousy with Margaret of Navarre’s maxim about love and fire.
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