Colorado to vote on pension funds in 1948 ballot
Colorado faces a constitutional amendment battle over earmarking 85 percent of excise tax revenue for a state pension fund. Backers say diverting funds could balance a record deficit, but pensioners and groups warn of undermining existing benefits and long term effects on costs and eligibility.
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Colorado
Denver
State Chamber of Commerce
Public Expenditures Council
State Board of Public Welfare
Pension Fund
Earl M. Kouns
California
Massachusetts
Washington
iGeorgia
Kentucky
Mississippi
South Carolina
Virginia
Kouns
Misses Rites With Gen Lee In San Francisco
Pvt. Robert Rettberg, facing possible honorable discharge and no promotion, missed retirement rites with Gen. Lee at the Presidio. Gen. Lee, 60, and Gen. Clark paid tribute to veterans as Rettberg’s fate hangs on return from furlough. Lee plans a York Pa. posting after retirement.
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San Francisco
Robert C. Rettberg
John C. H
Lee
Army
Rettberg
Presidio
Ban. Me
San Neisco
Europe
Clark
Mark W. Clark
Mediterranean
Robert C. Ruark
York
Protestant Episcopal Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Pair Is Charged With Escaping Federal Camp
A complaint charges Silvano Gutierez and Hermenegildo Casares with escaping from the federal prison camp. They were captured after nearly three days of freedom and held in Vail by H. F. Richardson. Conviction could bring up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silvano Gutierez
Hermenegildo Casares
U. S
H. McKay
Vail
H. F. Richardson
McKay
Mothers 20 to 24 Have Lowest Stillbirth Risk
A study finds women aged 20 to 24 have the smallest chance of stillbirth compared with other age groups. Researchers note consistent results across populations and emphasize age-related risks in prenatal care and counseling.
Says Colorado Water Wasted
Governor Osborn charged California wasted 2.5 million acre-feet of its Colorado river allotment last year. He blamed 1 million acre-feet flowing into the Salton Sea and noted only about 50 thousand acre-feet used by the Los Angeles metropolitan district and 13 other California cities.
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Phoenix
Osborn
California
Colorado
Salton Sea
Los Angeles
Dean Franklin Thomas
California Institute of Technology
Arizona
Frisco Wins Rose Trophy With Cable Car Float
In Pasadena California on January 1 the city and county of San Francisco won the Tournament of Roses sweepstakes with a “The Cable Car” float featuring a three quarter size replica of a SF tram. Alhambra won the theme prize for “Founding of the Golden West” with Fra. Junipero Serra, while Union Oil Co. earned the grand prize for “Girl of the Golden West.” A million and a half spectators watched as 16 bands paraded under a cool sky. Gen. and Mrs. Omar Bradley led the procession with the Tournament Queen nearby.
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Pasadena
Calif
U.P
San Francisco
Bay City
Pero Serra
California
Union Oil Co
Colorado Boulevard
Golden West
Gen
Omar Bradley
Phone Co Will Expand Greatly In 1948
Phoenix January 1 Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph plans more than 10000 miles of long distance lines for Arizona in 1948. District manager W R Young announced the extensive expansion as part of the company’s forecasted growth for the year.
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Phoenix
Arizona
Mountain States Telephone & Telegraph Company
W. R. Young
Virginia Goodhues and the Six Princesses Parade Bands
Virginia Goodhue and six princesses lead a parade accompanied by bands in the street scene. The Michigan university band of 138 musicians led the march and was set to perform at the Rose Bowl, followed by the 140 member Butte High School band from Montana.
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Virginia Goodhue
Michigan University
Butte, Mont
Telephone expansion plan drives large state orders
The company extends a nationwide build program started in 1946 with 7.8 million dollars spent in the past two years. By Jan 1 this year it had 109000 telephones in service and 16500 unfilled orders, mainly from Phoenix and Tucson, due to material shortages. For 1948, 10568 miles of long distance lines are planned, a substantial rise over 1947 additions.
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Tinue
Young
Phoenix
Tucson
Ceramic Tile Signboards For Coffee Houses In England
The article notes 17th century English coffee houses used ceramic tile signs to advertise themselves. It highlights urban signage practices and the stylistic use of tilework to attract patrons in crowded streets.
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England
Chambray Yarns in Stripes and Pique Patterns
Chambray features the finest combed yarn in solid colors and stripes. Printed Waffle Pique and Narrow Vale Pique come in new colors and patterns. Woven cords use fine combed yarns in blue green red or brown. Satin Striped Chambray stands out as distinctive.
Teacher Examinations Slated At University of Arizona
Arizona teachers may take national teachers examinations at the University of Arizona on February 7 and 14. Candidates take tests by the American Council of Education. State teachers must apply to Dr J W Clarson before February 7. General and professional tests on February 7. special examinations on February 14.
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Arizona
University of Arizona
American Council of Education
J. W. Clarson
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Edward D. Ethell
Gen. Lee
Pair
Federal
West Congress
Freeman
Stone Ave
Frisco
Rose Trophy
Phone Co
Vogue
Steinfeld
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