New Minimum Wage Takes Effect Today
Washington reports the new minimum wage takes effect today with the federal rate adjusted. Officials say employers must post updated pay scales and workers may see higher wages in coming weeks as payrolls adjust.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1950
Page
2
Wage Law Lifts Minimum to 75 Cents an Hour
The government raises the federal minimum wage from 40 to 75 cents per hour affecting about 22 million workers in interstate commerce. About 1.5 million workers formerly earning below the new minimum will see increases averaging 15 cents an hour, costing employers roughly $300 million annually. President Truman signed the revision last October and the law takes effect today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Postpone Inquest In Davenport Fire
An inquest into the Mercy hospital fire death of 41 women in Davenport, set to open tomorrow, is postponed to February 2. The delay follows a juror’s death in the family and to give investigators more time to file reports. The Iowa Insurance Bureau cited six factors for heavy loss, including delay in discovery and lack of an organized response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Mercy Hospital
Iowa Inspection Bureau
Des Moines
Iowa
Truman outlines minimum wage overhaul and enforcement plan
President Truman stated in a special address that the revised law will substantially improve the lot of many American workers and calls it an important addition to the laws we live by. Secretary Maurice Tobin announced a crackdown on employers who cheat, pledging 500 new investigators to police roughly 630,000 affected employers.
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Truman
Maurice J Tobin
Building safety flaws cited in 8T year old facility
An official inquiry found dangerous design and maintenance issues in an eight to ten year old building. It highlighted need for evacuation routes and bars on windows, interior finish with high combustibility, and multiple structural faults. It also noted reliance on a single individual during emergencies.
Humus Rich Soil Improves Water Retention and Drainage
A soil mix high in humus and granular structure boosts water holding capacity while allowing excess moisture to drain away. Corners of the garden benefit from improved moisture management and healthier root development.
Iowa Can Have Larger Road Program This Year
Des Moines reports Iowa could fund a $55 million secondary road construction program in 1950 if state and county officials fully utilize available money. Claude Coykendall of the Iowa Good Roads Association notes the farm to market fund totals about $31.97 million with estimated receipts for 1950 pushing the secondary road fund to $23.04 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Iowa Good Roads Assocition, Inc
Claude Coykendall
Mrs. Lloyd Phillips Hosts Merry Mixer Club Meeting
Mrs. Lloyd Phillips entertained 14 members of the Merry Mixer club at her Westchester home on Wednesday evening. Mollie Tierney attended as guest. Mrs. Carl Parcell led the business meeting and Red Cross work followed. The club voted $2 to the March of Dimes. Mrs. Ernest Crawford and Mrs. William Carr helped serve refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westchester
Lloyd Phillips
Merry Mixer Club
Mollie Tierney
Carl Parcell
Red Cross
March of Dimes Fund
Ernest Crawford
William Carr
Phillips
Officials outline funds for secondary road improvements
Coykendall cites available funds to convert into needed secondary road improvements. Rent with a Classified.
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Coykendall
Ed Kelley Praised For March of Dimes Drive Loss
The article highlights Ed Kelley, principal of Washington junior high, as a key supporter of the local March of Dimes campaign. It laments a burglary that stole money donated by children, noting the drive's success was built through school involvement and expressing sadness over the theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Kelley
Washington
Fifteen at Meeting of Activity Bluebirds
The Activity Bluebirds held their regular meeting Tuesday in the Campfire rooms with 15 members present. The program featured folk dancing and refreshments served by Mrs. Walt Messer and her daughter Mary Lynn. Melissa Miller was a guest and Margaret Young helped with refreshments.
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Bluebirds
Walt Messer
Mary Lynn
Melissa Miller
Margaret Young
1949 Cotton Crop Estimated At Record Yield
The 1949 cotton crop is estimated at 15,446,000 bales with a per acre lint yield of 286.2 pounds, compared to the ten year average of 254 pounds, indicating a strong season.
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