Socialism and the New Dealers in the 1950 political scene
An editorial critiques the Roosevelt era wind of public ownership by government, arguing that socialistic aims creep via gradual policies and subsidies. It cites 6,009,000 government employees and farm subsidy schemes, warns of hidden plans to control agriculture, and condemns political maneuvering around the Brannan and farm programs ahead of the 1950 elections. It alleges administration plans exploit voter blocs, questions vetting of veteran education benefits, and calls for oversight.
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Karl Marx
Roosevelt
Brannan farm plan sparks party tensions in Congress
Advisers and lawmakers convene at the White House to discuss a political fix for the farm program. The Brannan plan faces resistance due to subsidies and price supports. alternatives from Senator Thomas and others are urged as a potential substitute for the Anken Act, with political calculations influencing votes.
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White House
Brannan Pion
Natters Sand
Thomas
Anderson
Paris
Paul Soars
Westems
Brannan
Why Not Ignore Robeson Pitched Battle Near Peekskill
Opinion pieces condemn the clash between Robeson concert attendees and protesting veterans near Peekskill. The text accuses Communist elements and agitators of exploiting the incident, urges ignoring Robeson to deprive him of attention, and blames sponsors for provoking the confrontation.
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Peekskill
Robeson
Westchester
Moscow
Echo
Paul Robeson
Veterans education benefits under scrutiny amid training fraud worries
The Veterans Administration faces suspicions that veterans enroll in short trade courses to claim $120 monthly benefits and then switch schools. Officials warn of potential racketeering as job scarcity drives veterans to seek education benefits below college level, prompting tighter oversight and enforcement.
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Veterans Administration
Beginnins
Teannmaz
Wov. Sterling
Illiteracy Fueled Bolivian Turmoil and Revolts
An opinion piece argues Bolivia's repeated uprisings stem from 80 percent illiteracy, despite rich tin mines and low living costs. It blames uninformed voters swayed by agitators, advocating more schools and compulsory education to curb revolutions and foster independent leadership.
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Bolivia
Mmine
State Department
South America
Current Comment On Finland Yugoslavia Crisis and Western Response
The piece argues Russia’s easy victory in China empowers harsher actions in Finland and Yugoslavia, urging strong Western countermeasures. It condemns Soviet sabotage and espionage cases, calls for restraint by the United Nations, and warns that military power alone fails against Soviet aggression, advocating political warfare to protect nations like Czechoslovakia and Finland.
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Russia
Finland
Yugoslavia
Kremlin
United Nations
Moscow
Soviet Union
Tito
Malin
Hitler
Trin
Czechostolakia
Prague
Tim Ier
Toriettien
Hetauer
Appropriations Committee
Interior Department
Ben
Harey Cain
Sret
Wen
Miles Poindexter
Zalea Ecton
R. Mont
Richard Russell
D-Ga
Ecton
Russell
Montana
Hungry Horse
Montana Power & Light Co
Lister Hill
D.-Ala
Robert Kert
D.-Okla
Lyndon Johnson
de Tex
Readers hear from The Record on letters and marriage laws
The Record outlines policy for publishing letters and retains anonymity if signed. It answers inquiries on obtaining marriage licenses and permits across states, noting local authorities, waiting periods, and residency rules, with examples from Watervliet Arsenal and city clerks in Albany and Utica.
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Werb
Pat
Record
the Record
Utica
Leenses
Boy Scouts
Troy
Rens
Selver
Saratoga
Washington
Bride
Albany
Erskine sparks uproar with Camp Pendleton school plan
In San Diego General Graves B Erskine stirs a furor by using Navy funds to establish a private school at Camp Pendleton. California officials challenge the move as unconstitutional and autocratic while lawmakers demand a public investigation. Defense Secretary Johnson sends an assistant to review the matter.
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John 38. Carroll
Echoola
Erskine
L ‘Eal
Oceanside
Camp Pendietan
byErskine
Red
En Brelay
Cranted
Government contracts probe exposes agency racket
National inquiry reveals amid a wide fraud network that private employment firms steer workers through contractor offices for a 3 percent fee, sharing proceeds with officials. Hoey Committee warns of systemic neglect and calls for tighter oversight amid allegations tying to wartime production and political figures.
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Washington
Piteiienah Warner Te Ik
James V. Hunt
Harry Hawkins Vaushan
John Maragon
Perhops
Teapet Dome
Anbosam
Tint Walsh
Szentel Mo
Comptonemy Vieyment
Agen
Molotov
Rusasa
State Department
Stakto
China
Far
Rin
Areperte
Dales
Ain
Raussen
Poland
Far East
Pronunciation Q and A on Flowers and Plants
Readers ask about pronouncing flower names and plant terms. Authorities discuss anemone clematis verbena lichen digitalis and yaupon with guidance on standard American pronunciations and etymology.
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Miami
Cj.s
St. Paul
Mrs. Chl
Athenia
White Plains
Mrs. Clh
Nashville
A.C
Clematis
Norfolk
United States
Don
Youpon
G O P Filibuster Plans Questioned by Lucas
The article reports Lucas alleging Republican plans to filibuster in the Senate. Wherry replies, denying broader GOP aims and criticizing critics. The exchange centers on party tactics and potential consequences for administration agendas.
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