Reaching for the Moon Impasse on German reparations at Moscow
The article argues Russia’s demand for heavy German reparations in goods blocks any progress at the Big Four talks. It criticizes past Soviet failures to extract value from German industry and warns that U.S., Britain, and France may back a phased rebuild, while Moscow refuses delays. It includes critiques of Molotov, Stalin, and other Soviet leaders, suggesting Moscow’s hard line risks undermining peace efforts.
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Moscow
Russia
Germany
Soviet Union
Vielor
Tulsi
Hitler
America
Tabor
United States
Marshall
Russi
Britain
France
Dennis and the false fronts of the American Communist party
A report on Eugene Dennis secretary general of the American Communist Party. It notes his seven aliases and evasive refusal to disclose real name and birth details. The piece cites his appearance before the House Un-American Activities Committee and discusses Moscow’s selectivity in approving American leaders.
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Eugene Dennis
American Communist Party
Genser
United States
Masco JL
Moscow
Dennis
House
Commi
Age of Buck Rogers Not Yet Here
Aviation officials warned jet propulsion and helicopter tech will grow gradually with years and billions in R and D. H M Looner of United Aircraft cautioned no overnight revolutions, noting jet engines resemble 1916 reciprocating engine progress. He stressed some planes suit turbines, others not. heavy bombers and civil transports may five years away, while helicopters need years to become practical. The peaceable pace ensures American leadership while a regulated international framework evolves. Buck Rogers age not arrived yet.
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H. M. Looner
United Aircraft Corporation
Chamber of Commeces
Kansas City
Weevatt
Met
Aivcrall
Many
Wille
Vlerner
Wisn
Horner
Harner
Ag WY
Oie
Immons American Aircraft
Buck Rogers
Cullen's Lightly Transforming Gift From Texas Millionaire
A Texas financier named Cullen donates 180 million dollars to educational health and charitable institutions, implying a model American success story. From a poor start earning eight dollars a week, he built wealth through cautious capital and oil ventures, now funding a foundation for human betterment while maintaining simple private needs.
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Hugh Cullen
Cullen
Jack
Enolsth
Cexas
Peparty
Mare
Cullen's Luck and the Gift of Giving
The piece profiles Cullen, a Texas oilman whose persistence found rich wells and who built wealth through modesty and restraint. It extols his philanthropy, notes his quiet nature, and urges readers to imitate his generosity, suggesting collective daily acts of charity can surpass grand gifts.
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Cullen
Hee
Texas
Uis
Culley
Gullon
A Free and Responsible Press survey risks and ideas
A Free Press column from the University of Chicago Press outlines findings on freedom of speech amid modern media, noting owners shape expression, warnings against over regulation, and the duty of owners and the public to support a free press while consumer power grows. The piece blends critiques of media concentration, radio and film influence, and societal commentary with a series of satirical quips.
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University of Chicago
Time Magazine
Ricyeloporlia Britannica
Vowhmitten
Movks
Robert M. Hutchins
Nolbing
Ilip
Halen
Readers Debate Anonymity and Direct Broadcasts
Community letters from Pulse of the People and The Record discuss preserving writer anonymity, direct radio broadcasts, and voter machine issues. The Letters touch on direct delivery versus transcription, election machines, and opinions on the United Nations and Roosevelt era affiliations.
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Amy Shree
Threat of Monopoly Powers Threatens Free Enterprise
Washington focus on rising industrial concentration. Congress debates anti monopoly fixes and Clayton Act amendments. Kefauver and O Mahoney urge closing asset purchase loopholes as Truman backs reform to curb mergers and power.
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Fabor
Ren. Kefauver
Tenn
O'Mahoney
Wye
Truman
Federal Trade Com
Nnkon
Toophale
Mouse Judiciary Committee
Kefauver
Roe
Tn Hheh
Tanforan track faces federal action over war materials
Washington Merry Go Round reports Tanforan race track near Palo Alto California used salvage materials and funded renovations during a period of government orders not to spend. Civilian Production Administration and U S District Attorney actions unfold as officials fight willful violations and seek injunctions amid casino gambling links and alleged political influence.
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Ile
Meade
Vonfaran Rice Trade Fund
Washington
Weil
U.S
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Elears
Syavo
Deceber
San Francisco
Alan
Jocu
Wade
Weokinston
ENO
Reno
Nevada
Nowavern Oirginia
Uret Minder
Fanforan
Lake
Talos
Nev
B. W. Heple
Tanforan
Gibling
CPA
Payot
Miles Pike
Heple
Tahoe Sky Harbor
Pal Alto
Cell
Herbert Hoover
U. S. District Attorney
Bestir~red
Civiliar Production Administration
Jarvis
Marrin
Couc
LA. 8
Frank J. Hermonsy
Tabfuran
Uga
Almack
Hennevey
Parts of Speech Pronunciation Guide From a 19th Century Text
A dense, fragmentary excerpt explains pronunciation rules for English words, noting stress patterns and vowel sounds in terms of syllables. It references terms like covert, psychiatric, and British usage, urging careful enunciation and advising readers to seek a free pamphlet titled PARTS OF SPEECH.
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United States
Hong Anid
Haji Anid
Alan
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