Increased Pay Rates Sought in Wage-Minimum Push
Washington reports Joseph A. Beirne of the Communications Workers of America urged Congress to raise the federal minimum wage to 75 cents an hour and to repeal the wage-hour act exemption for small operator exchanges. He argued current 40 cent rate is inadequate and noted potential negligible impact on phone rates. The House labor subcommittee reviews revisions next year.
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Washington
Congress
Joseph A. Beirne
Communications Workers of America
Beirne
House
Earthquake Felt Across Manila Amid Tremor
Manila residents experienced a strong quake lasting about 40 seconds on Monday. The Philippines weather bureau timed it at 2:20 a.m. local time with a northeast to southwest direction and reported no casualties or damage. epicenter could not be identified due to lack of a seismograph.
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Manila
Philippines Weather Bureau
Switzerland Imposes Milk Rationing of 12 Quarts Monthly
The Swiss government announces a milk ration of 12 quarts per person each month to manage shortages. Authorities state the limit applies to all residents and may adjust based on supply conditions.
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Switzerland
West Point Candidate Chosen From Arizona Guard
Gov. Sidney P. Osborn will select a West Point candidate each year from Arizona national guard units. The process involves competitive mental examinations announced by Adj. Gen. A. M. Tuthill. Preliminary exams will be conducted.
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Phoenix
West Point
Arizona National Guard
Sidney P. Osborn
Adj
A. M. Tuthill
War department to authorize candidate for 1948 entrance exam
The event was held on November 22 in Phoenix Flagstaff and Tucson. The nominated candidate will be authorized by the war department to compete at the March 2 1948 entrance examinations at a convenient military installation to be announced after a preliminary competition.
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Phoenix
Flagstaff
Tucson
War Department
Manchuria Coal Mines Rehabbed After War Yield 400k Tons Monthly
Largely destroyed during the war and abandoned since August 1945, the coal mines of Manchuria are being rehabilitated and now produce over 400,000 tons a month.
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Manchuria
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