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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1947

Page

6

Wallace in Plea To Progressives

Henry Wallace urged progressives to stop hating each other and unite for a new progressive movement. He described a rising spirit in America from his midwest tour and cited enthusiasm for nationalizing coal mines among Minnesota farmers and world citizenship among Michigan and Illinois students. He warned divisions within progressives hinder a swift political出 force and noted vigor in the Democratic farmer labor coalition in Minnesota.

New York Henry Wallace Middle West Wallace America Minnesota Illinois Michigan Ohio Said Ann Arbor Minneapolis Democratic-farmer-labor Party Democratic Party American Veterans Committee AVC Harold Stasten Joe Ball

Sugar-saving tips for baked pears and apples

The guide suggests using corn syrup honey or molasses instead of sugar when sweetening fruit. It also recommends stuffing pears or apples with dates or raisins to boost sweetness, noting only about 1 teaspoon sugar is needed per fruit piece.

Stassen Sections Labor Bill Accord With Senate Measure

Harold E. Stassen, former Minnesota governor and GOP presidential hopeful, said the president should seek agreement with Congress on labor legislation. He praised the Senate labor bill as close to his earlier position and supported private employer injunctions while opposing broad industrywide bargaining now. He criticized the House bill as too far but urged White House cooperation to enable a signed bill.

Jefferson Iowa Harold E. Stassen Minnesota Congress Stassen American Legion United Nations Senate

Plane Wreckage Seen From Air In Mindanao

An official source said wreckage sighted in western Mindanao almost certainly belonged to the government transport Lili Marlene missing since Sunday with at least 11 aboard and little hope of survivors. Emilio Abello reported four government officials and others were aboard the Manila to Mindanao flight. a rescue party moved through jungle toward the site as fog halted further air search.

Manila Mindanao Emilio Abello Manual Roxas Lili Marlene Abello

Communists Stream Into U S From Mexican Border

Rep John McDowell of Pennsylvania told the American activities committee that large numbers of foreign communists are entering the United States via the Mexican border. He said they travel by air and boat and criticized the border patrols for limited planes, urging a squadron of fast aircraft and noting idle Army pursuit planes.

Washington House American Activities Committee United States John McDowell Mexico U.S McDowell

Rice Producers Siam Burma and Indo China Lead Ex ot Rice

Siam Burma and French Indochina produced most of the world’s export rice before World War II with Siam alone surpassing five million tons annually.

Siam Burma French Indochina

Soldiers travel 100 billion miles on rail at half fare

During World War II soldiers and sailors on furlough used American railroads for travel at a special reduced rate of about half the regular fare. The program encouraged troop movement and provided discounted passes for servicemen.

Century of Fear Feared by Henry

Henry A Wallace charged in Oakland that a Republican Congress and southern Democrats are steering America toward a century of fear. He urged a return to Roosevelt era traditions, condemning cutbacks to social security, minimum wage, medical care, housing, taxation fairness and price controls. He blamed the GOP for destroying the OPA and blocking economic reform.

Oakland Cal Henry A Wallace Congress America Roosevelt Oakland Auditorium Republican Congress OPA

Sugar rationing outlook brightens as Anderson signals end possible

Secretary of Agriculture Clinton P. Anderson said sugar conditions have substantially improved and rationing might end before the October 31 deadline if the trend continues. He noted women are not consuming all allotted sugar and Cuba and Puerto Rico crops may be larger than expected, reducing need for controls.

Chicago Secretary of Agriculture Clinton P. Anderson Congress Anderson

Truman Doctrine Endorsed By Congress Sparks World Split

Wallace notes Congress has approved the Truman doctrine, a move creating a divided world amid Cold War tensions and global alignments.

Wallace Congress

Growth of National Income Since 1869

Data show national income rising almost 19 percent per five year interval, population over 9 percent, and income per capita about 8.5 percent. From 1869-78 to 1929-38 the national income nearly eightfold, population and per capita income about tripled. Prewar rates 1800-60 were lower for income and per capita.

Simple Home Silver Tarnish Removal Method

Clean aluminum container with water and saturate salt. Heat until boiling for three to four minutes, then cool. Place silver in the solution and it will shine without scratching or wearing the surface, offering an easy alternative to chemical cleaners.

New Infrared-Blocking Glass Developed in United States

The Better Vision Institute reports a new optical glass that absorbs most infrared heat rays. It serves as a heat screen for optical projection devices using bright hot lights.

United States Better Vision Institute

Interstate rail fare hike approved for eastern lines

The interstate commerce commission authorized 64 eastern railroads to raise passenger coach fares from 2.2 to 2.5 cents a mile and Pullman fares from 3.3 to 3.5 cents. The increase aims to boost passenger revenues by 47 million dollars annually, equal to about 13.63 percent on coaches and 6.06 percent on Pullman travel.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission

Sunshine Robs Milk Sunshine Robs Milk of Riboflavin

A study notes that Sunshine milk loses part of its riboflavin content. Researchers warn that processing or storage conditions can degrade this vitamin. The finding highlights nutrient loss in common dairy products.

Oil Heaters Dominate U.S. Installations

The Plumbing and Heating Industries bureau notes there are more than two and a half million oil heating installations across the United States, indicating oil heaters' broad use in homes and businesses.

United States the Plumbing and Heating Industries ‘Bureau

Price of Slimness Targets Calorie Intake for Women

An article notes that the average young woman should consume about 2200 calories daily to maintain her figure while women around age 50 are advised to reduce intake to 1700 or 1800 calories.

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