Freedom of information in democracy under threat
A syndicated column criticizes U S secrecy in wartime material shipments to Russia and to Finland, arguing that government secrecy harms democracy and endangers citizens. It cites transfers of locomotives and bomb engine parts, calls for open press, and opposes belated disclosures while urging accountability of Washington officials. It notes diplomatic talk in Geneva and warns of treacherous secrecy fostering treason fears.
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New Commerce Secretary Named Charles Sawyer
Charles Sawyer of Cincinnati a lawyer and former ambassador to Belgium is named to replace W Averell Harriman as secretary of commerce. Harriman resigns to become roving ERP ambassador while Clinton Anderson departs May 10 as agriculture secretary to run for U S Senate in New Mexico with Norris E Dodd as a leading potential successor.
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Advertising powers steady store traffic and growth
Advertising is time tested for attracting new customers and recalling old ones. Regular invites keep them returning, boosting merchandise exposure, sales, profits, and business future. John Wanamaker era records show advertising's strong impact on traffic and growth.
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