Threat to Freedom from Economic and Political Centralization
A critical editorial warns that government takeover of mines ports utilities and finance plus strong unions threaten personal liberties. It cites coal mine nationalization, TVA, REC, RFC, and growing state influence as edging America toward totalitarianism, urging a new Washington administration and Congress to restore economic and political balance.
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Stan
Stalin
John
Lewis
UMW
United States
TVA
Jesse Jones
REC
Congress
New York
Washington
Truman
New York Transit Workers Win Five-Cent Fare Wage Boost
New York City's transit system approves a five cent fare wage increase for about 94,000 operating employees. The move aims to raise pay to a fair standard and end costly capitulation to political expediency. The higher payroll is projected at 18 million dollars, with the year's transit deficit already set.
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New York City
New York
New York Subway Fare Fight Sparks City Officials Debate
A clash over the five cent fare sparks headlines as officials and transit workers argue public funds and hidden costs. The piece notes riders pay twice and criticizes the city for subsidizing low fares while deficit financing pressures rise, urging recognition of transit workers’ wage settlement as a victory for New York residents.
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New York
Parsons
Lhe
Eine
Transportation Workers Union
Propaganda blamed for delaying repatriation of displaced persons
Director General LaGuardia accuses London based Polish authorities of spreading harmful propaganda to deter displaced Poles and others from returning home in occupied Germany and Austria. UNRRA figures show over 5.8 million displaced have already repatriated, while remaining refugees fear harsher conditions under Soviet dominated regimes.
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LaGuardig
MNRNA
Germany
Austria
New York
Larson
London
Poland
Malus
Seturn
Latuerdia
United Nations Economic and Social Council
Europe
UNRRA
United Nations
JessieHlutts
Palestine
Stalin
Tio
Mr. LaGuardia
Yugoslavia
Soviet Union
Thas
Hisa
Cis
Postponement Assurance At UN General Assembly
Paris Adionic delays at the United Nations General Assembly meet with reassurance from the Secretary General Lie that postponement will be sustained. Member nations are polled and a majority is expected to prevail as the United States does not oppose the delay. The Secretary General requires postponing powers not to reissue the issue, a condition reportedly agreed upon.
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Adionic
United States
Lie
Hank
Lumleborg
Ale
Anit
Joh le Lewis
Hannan
Walley
Landeberg
Lavor
Lunideberg
Theron
Pe Bensen
Whalligton
Chile
Ganziles Videla
Chi Congress
Almerica Republe
Gonzalex
Commmunista
Gonzales
Inter
Tiny
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Racal
Socialeists
Gonzalez
U. S
Mnliet Ny
Sntr
Sinan Ganailer
Ensl
Paris Peace Conference aims for October finish
The Paris Peace Conference struggles with slow progress and internal diplomatic maneuvering. Soviet delegation tactics and delays raise fears of renewed postponement, while Molotov and Mulvey pledge a finish before October 23, easing assembly uncertainty as delegates rally to New York with preparations and 7,000 naval units reserved for the meeting.
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Mulpley
de Jaris
Paris
Molotov
Todlarlag
General Assembly
Khatantees
New York
Pariy
Time to Choose Up Sides in 1948 U.S. politics
Analysis argues a major realignment between Republican and Democratic parties is underway driven by left wing pressures and New Deal controversies. It predicts free enterprise versus socialism as key clash, cites Communist influence in New York and Ohio campaigns, and foresees a fierce November election shaping party identities.
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United States
Heen
Democratic Party
New York
Communist Party
Ohio
Chicago
Roosevelt
Daily Worker Cay
Madison Square Garden
Independent Citizens Committee of Arts, Sciences and Professions
National Citizens Political Action Communitien
Daily Worker
Commerce
Henry Wallace
Claude Pepper
Florida
Russia
Jack Knoll
C.I.0. Publial Action Committee
Great Kiness
Fedeo
Pulse of the People Letters to The Record
A mushy readers’ note hints that unsigned letters to The Record Newspapers may be edited or shortened, and anonymous submissions could be published only if the writer proves good faith. The piece questions patient care and state or county payments amid unclear references.
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Marini
Marshall Sani
Golden Rule Editorials in Realism and Ideals
The Hoosick Falls page displays editorials debating Yugoslavia and global materialism, contrasting practical politics with idealism. It reflects on national duties, charity, and a call to unity, citing biblical principles and moral standards amid a hostile world.
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Heeard
Purhile
Teaders
Yugoslavia
Kearney
Eugene O'Neilor
GiNeill
Reform Plan Looms Over Congress in 1964 Agenda
Thomas L Stokes analyzes a House and Senate push for the Monroney La Follette reform package. The plan would consolidate committees and expand congressionals pay while preserving core prerogatives. Critics warn reforms touch on favored chairs and pensions, influencing the 1964 campaign. Local groups urge voters to back reform and pressure candidates from both parties.
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Washington
Congress
Monroney-La Follette
Cone Atens
Itaelf
UM Ox
Tus
Inc Arense
Labor Bodies Plot to Back Lewis for 1948 Ticket
The Washington Merry Go Round reports AFL leaders weigh an internal plan to back John Lewis for a leading role in the 1948 national ticket. Key figures discuss forming a political committee to counter CIO influence, with Green and others assessing how to mobilize miners and labor leaders while keeping quiet before the Chicago convention.
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Nan Politien
Chicago
C.f. O
Praiwater
Geallemma
John L. Lows
Alf
Lewis
Roosevelt
Fr. BR
Minke Lewis
John L
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Coin And Stamp Corner On Rare Coin Values
The column discusses coin rarity and market dynamics, noting that older and scarcer issues tend to rise in value while common, newer issues stay affordable. It includes observations on mint output, suggesting watch for changeovers and issuing a snapshot of 1930s mintages by Denver and San Francisco to illustrate supply effects on rarity.
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Danver
Otley
Phadetablas Hal Talons
San Francisco
Conta
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