Reorganization and veto powers in Hoover Commission debate
The Senate may adopt a single house veto on presidential reorganization plans, clashing with the Hoover Commission and House stance that plans take effect unless vetoed by both houses within 60 days. Historical Agency reforms show House vetoes failing to halt Roosevelt era plans and Hoover era limits.
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Hoover Commission
Senate
House
Herbert Hoover
Education, Health and Recreation
Interior Department
Roosevelt
Hoover
Disputed 1947 Plans Under Reorganization Law
The article details three Tru m reorganization plans under the 1945 act, two blocked by the House, one later effective despite opposition, and a third tied to the United States Employment Service that was vetoed by both chambers. Senate action joined House in disapproving its provisions, shaping how single-house veto could alter government modernization.
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Trum
House
Senate
United States Employment Service
Truman Farm Plan Promises Break For Consumers Criticized
Current Opinion argues the new farm program is still subsidies in disguise. It explains the plan avoids price floors by letting prices fall and paying farmers the gap, meaning taxpayers bear the cost.
Subsidized Farm Prices and the Two Price Plan
The article warns against a government two price system as a political subsidy tool. It argues subsidies shift costs to taxpayers, eroding real gains for producers and consumers. The piece critiques Secretary Brannan’s farm program proposal covering eggs meat milk poultry fruit vegetables butterfat and other items, affecting most farm income and undermining traditional price supports.
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The
New York Times
Brannan
Youth Rally Planned at District Methodist Session
District Methodist session announces a youth rally as part of 1948 events. A memorial for late State Senator T Russell Cather is given to Winchester hospital. Soviet forces advance in Crimea within 46 miles of Sevastopol as U S bombers strike Europe from Italy and England. Public blood clinics’ success hinges on community support.
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T. Russell Cather
Winchester Hospital
Crimea
Sevastopol
U. S
Europe
Italy
England
British and French pledge to aid Romania and Greece
In a 1939 note, Britain and France vow to fight any attack on Romania or Greece. President Roosevelt seeks Latin American cooperation. Cold weather harms fruit with temperatures around 28 degrees.
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Romania
Greece
Roosevelt
Latin America
Residents Build Simple Bridge Over Opequon at Spout Springs
In Spout Springs residents construct a basic bridge over the Opequon River. A Star editorial cites a Southern Gas Companies trust proposal urging public ownership of gas and light plants to share profits with people. Capon Bridge reports new residents arriving.
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Spout Springs
Opequon
Star
Southern Gas Companies
Capon Bridge
Easter Peace Party Letter to President Truman
Hal Boyle proposes a fanciful Easter egg rolling with world leaders at the White House to celebrate peace. He imagines an international egg hunt and a mock competition awarding the South Pole as a prize, urging a symbolic, lighthearted approach to diplomacy with strong antiwar sentiment.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Harry S. Truman
Blair House
Washington, D. C
White House
Prince of Peace
Harry
Secret Service
Stalin
Joe
South Pole
Kremlin
How's Your I Q How to Score Based on 100 Questions
A playful self quiz shows daily scoring ranges from 9 10 correct for Memory Genius to 4 for Good. Page 2 reveals the correct answers for 10 questions spanning politics history science and Europe.
Inflammation of Eye Requires Prompt Medical Attention
The article explains that most eye inflammations start from simple causes but may signal serious conditions like iritis or glaucoma. It notes differences in symptoms, diagnostic methods such as fluorescein staining, and the need for early professional eye examination to prevent permanent damage. It also briefly mentions hair loss remedies and scalp massage.
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Edward P. Burch
King
Ventures Syndicate, Inc
Strength For The Day By Earl L. Douglas D D
A devotional piece reflecting on biblical instances where the heavenly realm appeared to the earthly world. It cites examples: Jacob with angels, Elisha's servant, Jesus at Transfiguration, and a deathbed confession of a would be killer guarded by unseen powers. It argues spiritual powers are present in daily life.
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Jacob
Elisha
God
Jesus
Two Star Scout Awards Noted at Potomac District Court
The Martinsburg district court of honor announced two star scout awards attended by Basil Star key of Winchester. He spoke on the two year Crusade program focusing on advancement membership and achievement to be launched this month.
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Potomac District Court of Honor
Martinsburg
Basil Starkey
Winchester
Synonyms for Courtesy and Civility
A brief word list highlighting terms for politeness and urbane behavior. Includes courtesy affability civility civility suavity urbanness and gracious manners.
Beatrice Farish Faces Turmoil As Porter Leaves
Beatrice Farish confronts marital strain as husband Porter drifts into alcoholism under employer Mr. Ramey. Beatrice clashes with Libby and David Jordan at a club where Davia Jordan attracts Porter, leading to an evasive departure and a troubling journey home with David as the story shifts toward an unresolved, tense chapter.
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Apa Surors Porter Farish
Beatrice
Marianne
Bee
Mr. Ramey
Jane
Libby
Davia Jordan
Porter
Daltons
New York
Mrs. Ramey
Rufus Ramey
Mr. McGraw
David Jordan
McGraw
Abby
Darling
David
Mr. Jordan
Rhoda
Bart
Anna
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Roanoke World News
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Washington
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Market St. Methodist Church
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William Henry Harrison
Salem
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United States
Pan-American Union
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Henri-Honore Giraud
Fred Neher
Wehe
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Earl L. Douglas
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