Truman to Ask 1949 Tax Boost of 3.5 Billion
President Truman plans to urge Congress to raise taxes by about 3.5 billion dollars to prevent a government cash shortfall as the new fiscal year starts July 1. Officials say projected outlays include defense and wartime items, with receipts around 37.9 billion. the deficit would need funding through tax increases.
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Tidget Fapean
Detroit
Old Congress Retains Hoover Commission
Washington reports the 80th Congress adjourned after extending the Hoover Commission’s 60 day mandate to reorganize the executive branch. Delegates praised farewell remarks as Democrats prepare to take control, while Republicans clashed over Sen. Taft’s leadership in the new Senate.
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Driving and Drinking Warned as New Year Vibe
Police Chief Harold T. Owens urged drivers to avoid drinking and driving in a New Year safety message. He announced the night parking restriction in downtown Waukesha would be lifted tonight allowing all night street parking, with all other times limited to 30 minutes from 2 am to 6 am.
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Herald
Waukesha
Weather Forecast for Wisconsin and Almanac Details
Wisconsin forecast calls for fate and a cold night with increasing steadiness tonight. Almanac notes include sunrise and sunset times, first quarter moon on January 9, prominent stars Vega Capella and visible planets Saturn Venus with approximate times. This item compiles local hourly temperature readings and astronomical pointers from Waukesha Almanac.
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Retiring Wau Mowan Photographer Edgar Tallmadge
Edgar Tallmadge, a veteran photographer in Waukesha, retires after 26 years at his Broadway studio. He began as a printer's devil at 15, joined the Wisconsin photographers association in its early days, and ran studios across the Midwest before settling in Milwaukee and later returning to Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin Photographers Association
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Lo Crange
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Sioux City
Butte, Mont
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Milwaukee
Cumberland
Washington
Irving
Chattanooga
Tenaha
Wisconsin
Photographers Association of Wisconsin
The
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Broadway
Realdenta
Weather to Give '19 a Fine Start
The forecast says cold, clear northern areas with clouds elsewhere. Temperatures plummet to 19 below zero at Apurtn and wind chills worsen. In the south expect clear skies. tavern owners anticipate mixed New Year’s Eve business due to road conditions.
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Two Air Force Pilots and Women Rescued From Ice Cap
In New York two air force pilots and women onboard the rescued party arrived at La Guardia from Goose Bay Labrador at 12 18 p m EST today.
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Postal Carrier's Last Day Spent In Comfortable Chair
Ralph G. C. Ward, a Waukesha mail carrier for 35 years, retires at 67 choosing to stay home. He avoids icy walks after a long career on a route with 60 business and 800 residential stops and recalls past railroad work and ticket travels. He plans no definite postretirement schedule, valuing quiet days over late plans.
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Chiang Asks Reds for Peace and Says He's Willing to Resign
Moscow imposes strict trade limits on Yugoslavia, reducing exchanges eightfold from 1948 levels. Tito signals Western overtures and seeks to reestablish U.S. trade while Moscow blames Yugoslav leadership for the split.
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Reds
Nationalist Leader Signals Possible Resignation Over Talks
Chiang Kai-shek warned he might resign if talks with the Communists could lead to a peaceful settlement. He stressed that negotiations would be useless while he heads the government and that he would step down if a sincere path to peace existed.
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Father of Seven is Spared Prison in Wisconsin Court
Thomas Bennett, 36, of Waukeagan route 2, was placed on probation for one year for stealing ammunition from New Mt Transfer to in a warehouse. The judge stayed a six to twelve month sentence, citing Bennett’s large family and offering him a chance to support them. The theft involved shells for a Winchester rifle and various calibers. restitution was made. Dist. Atty Homer J. Williams led the case, with David I. Drancey set to take duties Monday.
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J. C. Pennsy Eco
Theodore J. Miller
W. St. Paul
Lowry
Miller
Osceols State
Bill R. Mays
Sald
Endorasd
New Year May See Close of Post War Boom Period
Read: Waukesha industry leaders predict 1949 will level off with no large gains in output or employment. Housing remains tight, prices steady with possible small declines, and wage increases likely to slow. Industry foresees stable to modest activity across housing, farming, and retail sectors, with caution about broader economic factors.
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County Woman Crushed in Fatal Ice Crash
In Jefferson County a woman, Margaret Schliave, 8%, of Ocahomowne roule J, was killed when her car skidded on ice and was struck by a semi trailer on US 30. The truck driver, Joseph Barth, 27, of Aporla, tried to avoid collision. Schliave was found crushed between the door and the truck. Her car rolled down a north embankment and was totaled. Coroner Carral Sebulla ruled death as accidental. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Barth
Schwandt
Waterloo
Jefferson
Carral | Sebulla
Laater
Lyle
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Delmar Schieva
Oconantawoo
Uncle Sam Dabbles in Oil and Motors Malarkey
Waukesha Chevrolet dealers slam government oil change guidance as impractical. They warn changing oil every 1000 miles wastes money and could void warranties. A garage owner argues dirt and abrasion force costly repairs and that frequent overhauls add up. (Turn to Page 14, No.2)
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Chinese leader Chiang Kai-shek seeks war-end terms in broadcast
A high official, speaking on background, says Chiang Kai-shek proposes five conditions for talks with the Chinese Communists as part of a broader strategy for national independence. He urges adherence to constitutional order and the protection of the people’s rights while warning that failure could prolong the civil war.
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