Congress Eyes Sharp Payroll Cuts Across Federal Workforce
Congress and GOP lawmakers push to reduce the federal payroll by about 12 billion dollars below the 1948 budget, arguing only around 1.1 million of 2.3 million civil servants are required. Rep. Taber Mep proposes cutting up to one million workers to trim expenditures without crippling services, while Ball and Case push labor reform and limits on unions to prevent industry-wide disruption.
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Bell
Gante
Byngs Bitter-Sweet Transition to Marshall at State Dept
The article notes a historic shift as James Byrnes departs to hand over the State Department to George C. Marshall on January 7, 1947. It highlights Marshall's new role, initial challenges with Soviet peace treaties, and expectations he would help shape postwar policy and reconversion pressures for the Truman administration.
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Kerr
Truman
Byrnes
Marshall
Dyynes
Germany
Austria
President Truman outlines first annual economic report
The first annual economic report under the Employment Act of 1946 urges continued free enterprise with government help, aiming to boost full employment, stabilize prices, and expand welfare. It favors higher minimum wage, extended fair labor standards, rent control extension, and time to curb wage and price pressures.
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Trumen
America
Tiurin Alsin
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Britain Moves to Expand Land Control Powers
The Labor government in Britain pushes a town planning bill to curb land hoarding and compel sale of existing but potentially valuable estates. Ministers seek hardship-based compensation, restrict use or reconversion to avert industrial blight, preserve countryside, and create recreation space, with controls on billboard placement.
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Washington, D. C
U. S
Italy
Joan
Aly
Britain
Fao
Call for Funds to Fight Polio Epidemic of 1948
Basil OConnor, head of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, warns the 1948 polio crisis costs have reached 10.575 million for medical care and urges at least 24 million dollars in the 1947 March of Dimes drive. The average cost per case is about 1.20, with 23 states facing a projected 26.4 million burden for the 1946 epidemic.
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College Football Faces Major NCAA Reforms At Meeting
At a New York annual meeting the NCAA moves to curb recruiting and financial aid to players and crack down on violations. A six point anti gambling resolution urges strict enforcement and asks newspapers and coaches to avoid pre game predictions to protect the sport.
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Used Car Prices Fall Across Cities Amid Slump
A nationwide survey shows used car prices dropping 10 to 30 percent as buyers resist high quotes. Boston notes the sharpest decline. New York Philadelphia Denver follow with 28 percent. other cities range from 10 to 19 percent amid ongoing dealer expectations of further decreases. In political news Senator Bilbo is challenged as Eastland denounces the attempt to unseat him, with Southern lawmakers fearing a precedent against Dixie conservatives.
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Farm Labor Wages Look to Falling Costs in 1946
The department of agriculture reports farm labor wages on rural stations show rates easing. The average wage for farm workers is projected around 3 540 dollars per year as of October 1 196K, with data indicating trends toward lower payroll costs for farm tasks in the coming period.
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Electric fence controllers regulate current flow for safe shock
The controller in an electric fence is a key device that regulates the flow of electricity, delivering shocks at intervals without harming animals. Experts from the Department of Agriculture say controllers must be factory built and approved by power suppliers.
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Bees Vanish Prompting Increased Beekeeping Efforts
Wild bees and other beneficial pollinators are fading, forcing farmers to rely more on honeybees. The department of Measures notes agricultural expansion has reduced native insects in some Bre nation areas, accelerating the need for managed hives to pollinate crops.
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Bre
Vacuum Cleaner Troubles and Belt Checks
Vacuum cleaners often fail from improper brush adjustment or a faulty belt. Adjust brushes by moving a pin screw or lever at each end, and always inspect the belt for misalignment tangles or obstruction around the brush and motor shaft.
Wet base boiler heats safely on various floors
The article notes the wet base boiler circulates water under a brick pit and can be safely placed on a combustible floor. It highlights basementless homes commonly locating the boiler on a wooden utility room or kitchen floor.
Foot care instruction for relieving aching feet
The text advises soaking feet in very warm water, then in cold water three or four times. Add soap to the warm water and wash feet with a heavy cloth, rinse, wipe dry, then dust with powder. It mentions getting between the toes and on the act of your feet.
Matching Cage Mardy Hatching Exgs Altitude Lab Experiments
The report notes experiments with laboratory birds and manned animal tests lasting at 89 000 feet while chickens show tolerance near 7 000 feet. It warns permanent harm if flown to 20 000 feet.
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Frosted Corn After Con Frosted Rain Washes Out Rubletta
Frosted corn after a con is frosted and cut quickly. Frosting bursts the cella in the teat binder, allowing rain to wash out much of the Rubletta. Frosted blades die out and are whipped off by wind.
Repairing Needlework: Quick Emergency Sew Kit
To repair keep sewing equipment in order and handy. Some women speed emergency repair by having several needles ready threaded with different color thread.
Dyeing Garments For Bright Fresh Colors At Home
A guide notes slips and hosiery can be refreshed with dye to revive faded color. Follow package directions for best results. The piece also mentions pollination without insects as a separate concept.
Transplanting Perennials for Fall Planting
The article notes many perennials thrive when transplanted in fall. Early bloomers such as Oriental poppy and penny should be moved in fall to establish roots before winter. Other varieties like columbine and daffodil can be planted later but weeks before freezing.
Lunchtime Tips for Scow Anches and Packed Meals
Tips for packing hot soup or drink in a thermos on cold days plus sandwiches with meat cheese or egg. Add at least one sweet item with fruit or candy and colorful vegetables to attract children’s interest for a more appealing lunch.
Amber Carvings Valued In Ancient Times
Pliny notes amber statuettes and cameos shaped into cups rings and other ornaments. Amber was used as medicine curing various ailments and served as a charm for health and fortune.
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Washing Rubbers Galoshex And Rubbers Care Guide
Cleaning instructions describe soaking rubber items in soapy water for three minutes, turning inside out, brushing with a soft brush, then rinsing in warm water and hanging to dry. The guidance emphasizes thorough cleaning and proper drying to preserve material.
Drying and feeding strategy for milking cows at calving time
The guide advises drying off cows by cutting feed except hay and milking only to relieve a full udder. Once cows are dry, return to full rations and resume milking as calving approaches.
Planting depth guidance for strawberry buds and roots
Proper strawberry planting requires the bud and crown above ground while the root system stays below. If set too high roots dry out. if set too low the bud rots under soil.
Golf Players Rise In U S According To Britannica
About 3 351 000 people in the United States play at least ten rounds of golf a year according to Britannica. More than 53 000 000 rounds are played nationwide across about 3200 courses annually.
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United States
Amber Imitations and Genuine Resins in Cleaning
The text explains that amber imitations can be deceptive and offers a method to test authenticity by sinking suspected amber in plain water and in salt water. It notes that amber including dressed varieties may embroid and resist staining, while most imitations except copal and some resins will not. Roiling water is listed as a remedy for removing stains.
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