End of An Unfortunate Incident in Virginia Legislature
The Virginia House adopted a narrow investigation request into Richmond newspapers for monopoly concerns. The measure, criticized as ill advised and a threat to press freedom, was halted when the Corporation Commission objected it exceeded legislative power and advised Governor that it could not proceed. The incident ends with reflection on democratic norms and constitutional rights.
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Virginia House of Delegates
State Corporation Commission
Richmond
House of Delegates
House
Senate
E. Blackburn Moore
Senate House Committee
Corporation Commission
General Assembly of
Virginia
United States
1947 Americans Earned More and Spent More
Government figures show a rise in earnings and a larger rise in spending, with households depleting rainy day funds by about 26 percent. Economists warn continued spending could harm the economy, while price trends stall due to external factors. frugality urged as prices stabilize in postwar climate.
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Washington
Truman Attacks Henry Wallace During Greek American Event
The Opinion column condemns President Truman for a dig at Henry Wallace during a Washington Greek American celebration. It criticizes the remark as undignified and unworthy of the presidency while defending Wallace’s right to advocate policies opposing the President. The piece calls for fair play and rejects insults as un-American.
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Mr. Truman
Henry Wallace
Washington
New York City
Dean Allange
Alcibiades
Aeschines
Mr. Wallace
United States
America
Wallace
Russia
Hell
Missouri Drives Rate Hike for Young Drivers
An editorial argues Missouri should raise insurance rates for drivers under 25 citing higher accident rates. It calls for driver training in schools, stricter licensing with teeth, and compulsory tough license laws to address the root causes rather than relying on parental pressure or higher premiums alone.
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Missouri Insurance Department
Houseere
Missouri
Byrd proposes showdown with Russia within UNO
Senator H F Byrd urged a firm stand against Russia and satellites at UNO prompting debate on the future of the alliance. The council voted to raise the city tax rate to 1.65 per 100 for personal and real property. York Inn was robbed of about 35 dollars in cash and cigarets. Ralph Dorsey, Clarke county war savings chair, reported citizens over the top in bond and stamp purchases.
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H. F. Byrd
UNO
Russia
Satellites
Council
York Inn
Ralph Dorsey
Clarke County War Savings Committee
Construction progress noted at Zero Pack Co plant site
Construction work advances on the new Zero Pack Co plant on New Jefferson Street while Town Run storm sewer project is reported completed. In financial news 210 shares of Commercial and Savings Bank stock sold at auction for 16 dollars and 55 cents each.
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Zero Pack Co
Jefferson St
Town Run
Savings Bank
Fourth generation clergyman enters ministry
William Page Dame Jr. becomes the fourth generation in his family to enter the ministry. A settlement over a disputed horse board bill involved Barney Wisecarver receiving 11.50 from John Hillyard and Austin White. A notable public protest arose as citizens learned farmers fed flesh from dead horses to hogs.
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William Page Dame Jr
Barney Wisecarver
John Hillyard
Austin White
Musicians Debut at Round Hill Literary Society Meeting
Thomas Steck and Charles Lupton performed violin and guitar in their debut at the Round Hill Literary Society. C B Rouss of New York urged the U S not to fight Spain over Cuba, calling it cowardly. Miss Sallie Cline near Bartonsville was badly injured when a barn door fell during milking.
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Thomas Steck
Charles Lupton
Round Hill
Terary Society
C. B. Rouss
New York
U. S
Spain
Cuba
Sallie Cline
Bartonsville
Help for High Blood Pressure by Dr Herman N Bundesen
Confronting aging related illness, the article surveys high blood pressure causes and treatments. It discusses nerve spasm in abdominal vessels, surgical relief via nerve cutting, selection criteria, and age and artery damage considerations. It also outlines testing to predict surgical benefit and notes limitations.
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Herman N. Bundesen, M.D
Paul G. Flathow
King
Deadline April 15 for old tag operation and DMV sales
Andrew Bell of the Division of Motor Vehicles notes the office will stay open until 9 p m tomorrow to aid the public as about 3000 auto and 1000 truck tags have been sold since license plates began March 15. Midnight April 15 ends old tag operations. The article also recounts the 1820 Chesapeake Leopard duel between Barron and Decatur following Barron’s court martial for surrendering the Chesapeake.
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Andrew Bell
Division of Motor Vehicles
Cer
Chesapeake
Leopard
Decatur
Barron
Bladensburg
Navy
Strength For The Day By Earl L. Doukas D
The piece discusses growth from small beginnings to greater skill. It uses a cat threading a pipe as a metaphor for progress from simple steps to complex outcomes. It also parallels piano study and drawing, stressing steady effort as the path from weakness to strength.
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Earl L. Doukas
How's Your I Q A Quick Ten Question Quiz
A vintage style IQ test asks ten questions with scoring ranges from Genius to Poor. It includes questions on politics, moss, famous quotes, a laxative, a state governor, iceberg buoyancy, a European premier, and common knowledge like Helsinki and lard. Turn to Page 2 for answers.
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Earl K. Long
Louisiana
Huey Long
Washington
Lincoln
Voltaire
William M. Tuck
General Assembly
President Truman
Klement Gottwald
Helsinki
State capital changes in the present century
The text notes one state changed its capital since 1900. Rhode Island unified its capitals, moving from Newport and Providence to Providence alone. Oklahoma moved its capital from Guthrie to Oklahoma City following a 1910 vote.
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W.G
Providence
Rhode Island
Newport
Oklahoma
Guthrie
Oklahoma City
Daily Crossword Clue Grid From Historic Page
A reader puzzle listing Across and Down clues for a themed daily crossword with standard entries such as Contend with and Grating, plus related terms like Yeast and Highest card.
Morning Ride Sparks Confession at the White House
Kit and Kirk share a tense morning ride while three others, Tracy Anita and Tony, wait with unease. Kirk urges honesty as Kit recalls her father a thief and prisoner, then confronts Tracy’s control and her fragile future in the Maryland countryside.
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White House
Tracy
Kirk
Tony
Kit
Anita
Mit
Brown-Betty
Washington
Brown Betty
Crossh
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Richmond News Leader
St. Louis Star Times
Robert Henry Best
Boston
Best
International
Hunter J. MacKay
Seattle
Washeaton
Man
Features Syndicate, Inc
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James Barron
Fred Neher
I.Q
Scott
R. J. Scott
Wien
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Owell
Mexico
Sland
Australia
Kong
Daily Crossword
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Nobleman
Viper
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