Government's stake in wage claims could reach half a billion
The Senate learns portal pay claims tied to war contracts may cost the government up to 500 million dollars. Treasury suits against employers total over four billion, risking tax revenues if unions win big. Leaders worry about hollow promises and possible employer bankruptcies.
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Kenneth C. Royall
Senate
Portal
Treasury
Congress
Supreme Court
CIO
Fulbright Proposals aim to reform U S elections
Senator Fulbright of Arkansas proposes two measures to reform national elections. One allows mid term presidential elections by act of Congress after vacancy. The other would enable Congress or President to call elections at any time, requiring a constitutional amendment. Public support appears tentative and likely to shift with political events.
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Fulbright
Arkansas
Congress
Pulbright
Act of Congress
Byrd Cements Economy Stand Amid Republican Demands
The Richmond News Leader notes the Associated Press report that Senator Byrd asserted he had topped some Republican demands for economy this afternoon, signaling a firm stance in ongoing budget talks. The piece highlights Byrd's position and the political dynamics shaping fiscal policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond News
Byrd
Associated Press
Republic 2
Senate debt worries amid calls for bipartisan fiscal restraint
The piece cites historical debt growth under Democratic and Republican eras, arguing for thrift in government spending. It highlights Senator Byrd as a bipartisan voice against fiscal mebocracy and warns against adding billions to the national debt for political gain.
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House
Senate
Byrd
Vermont University President Says Bottom Of Barrel Is Used
President John B Millis of the University of Vermont remarks that the bottom of the teaching barrel is being scraped as no professor could be found for a Freshman math class. He notes he has taken over the class and jokes about the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John 8. Millis
University of Vermont
Vermont
Millis
Washington's New Attraction Adds Three-Headed Merger
The Washington side show plans a new feature as the army and navy unify to create a three headed merger attraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
Washington
Doctor Ches ter Riley to Resume Practice Here
News from the year 1946 notes Dr Ches ter Riley, recently released from the U S Navy Medical Corp, will resume his practice in town on February 1. Also mentioned is T Sgt Mary C Coontz back home after WAC discharge and a surprise party for Mrs Fannie Pugh at Fort Loudoun Restaurant celebrating her 63rd birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Riley
U. S. Navy Medical Corp
Mary C. Coontz
I. W. Coontz
Ater
Wacs
Fannie Pugh
Fort Loudoun
Charles P Kremer dies at 75 in home of son
Ten years ago in 1937 Charles P Kremer a retired businessman died at the Cecil street home of his son. D J Howard was chosen to head the Central Relief Association for the coming year. Raging rivers bring new disasters to the Middle United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Pearl Harbor
Charles P. Kremer
Cecil Street
D. J. Howard
The
Central Relief Association
Middle United States
Cadet Battalion Plans Cemetery Wreath Ceremony
The Cadet Battalion of Handley school will march to Mt Hebron cemetery to lay a wreath on Judge John Handley’s tomb on his birthday anniversary. The day also carries news of Miss Elsie Forrester of McKeesport, Pa. engaged to Mr. John A. Maphis of Winchester.
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Handley School
Mt. Hebron
John Handley
Elsie Forrester
McKeesport
John A. Maphis
Winchester
Mission work pursuit in Woodstock by Rev W A McKeefry
Rev W A McKeefry traveled to Woodstock this morning to conduct mission work in the area. Winchester experiences a cold wave with temperatures dipping below zero, registering at 01 above sero this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. McKeefry
Woodstock
Winchester
Three Rules of Prayer by Earl L. Bongins
The article outlines three essential prayer rules sincerity detachment and faith. It cites Augustine to illustrate insincere prayer and emphasizes turning fully to God opening the heart and forsaking contrary desires. It notes Jesus guidance to pray in secret and that faith grows when used even in small measure.
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Augustine
Jesus
How's Your I. Q. A Seven Question Quiz
Seven questions test readers on credentials, colors, towns, Twin Cities, UN body IR O meanings, instrument types, authors, biblical lines, and Geiger Counter origins. Answers on Page 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Costi K. Zurayk
Truman
Egypt
Syria
Liberia
Santa Claus
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Minnesota
Twin Cities
United Nations
Jascha Heifetz
Wyoming
Betty MacDonald
Mary O’hara
Pearl S. Buck
Nineteen Veterans Enlist in U S Naval Reserve
The traveling Naval Reserve recruiting unit in town announced nineteen veterans enlisted in the inactive Naval Reserve this week. Lt. (jg) J. C. Barbery led the drive noting enlistees including James W. Jones Richard D. Rhodes Claude O. Merckle George E. Morrison Ill Ralph A. Hershman Clyde B. Selby Rollin M. Larrick Walter D. Johnson Horace W. Coffey Edward M. Smith Alexander Blanock Boyd Jenkins Roland D. Bush Lloyd E. Leatherman Lewis N. Keeler Richard K. Eddy Marvin T. Sumption Charles P. Ritter and Robert E. Kerlin. The Baltimore unit’s local visit is part of a national push to build the largest volunteer Naval Reserve in history.
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Naval Reserve
Uni No. 2
J. C. Barbery
James W. Jones
Richard D. Rhodes
Claude O. Merckle
George E. Morrison
Ralph A. Hershman
Clyde
Selby
Rollin M. Larrick
Walter D. Johnson
Horace W. Coffey
Edward M. Smith
Alexander Blanock
Boyd Jenkins
Roland D. Bush
Lloyd E. Leatherman
Lewis N. Keeler
Richard K. Eddy
Marvin T. Sumption
Charles P. Ritter
Robert E. Kerlin
Baltimore
Dr. Miller of Front Royal Speaks on India Experience
Dr. Carl Miller of Front Royal will speak at the Presbyterian Sunday School on his experiences in India while in the Army Transport. A report on the Youth Conference in Nashville Tenn. will be given. Presenters include Miss Ada Glass Baker Miss Margaret Mc Murray and Norman A Hamp ton.
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Carl Miller
Front Royal
Presbyterian Sunday School
India
Army Transport
Nashville
Tenn
Ada Glass Baker
Margaret McMurray
Norman A. Hampton
Addressing Housing Shortfall in U S Economy
Gen Fleming cites the economy's high productive capacity yet notes a persistent housing shortage. He states the nation can mass produce cars and appliances for modest incomes but has failed to build a comparable number of homes.
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Gen. Fleming
Judge Defends Court Authority Amid Turbulent Messages
Brooklyn Dodgers case in El Paso draws attention as Judge rejects flouting of court authority. He reports mixed telephone messages from judicial associates and anonymous calls branding him a jerk while affirming firm stance on enforcing rules.
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Page
Brooklyn Dodgers
el Paso
Pac Ge
Man with Fourth Grade Education Sells Million Dollar Cotton Sale
Arkansas planter C R McKennon a Dumas native explains he sold 6319 bales of his 1946 cotton crop for 985821.23 at Pine Bluff. He left school after the fourth grade saying it got embarrassing as others grew bigger. He recalls winning a spelling bee and notes he bought land by reselling it for more than paid. He’s in town for a vacation and visited the race track after the sale.
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C. R.mckennon
Arkansas
Dumas
C. R. McKennon and Son
Dumas and Watson
Ark
Pine Bluff
Anderson, Clay
Ton and Co
Kit
Jes
County Estates Appraisements Posted In Circuit Court
Market quotations list latest appraisals of county estates in circuit court. Names of heirs and appraisers appear with values such as Effie M. Hiett 2505.21 Walter Mason 326.30 Luther W. Miller 7543.13 and Lois Evelyn Carbaugh 222.50 alongside appraisers like Alson A. Hott A. Robinson Fred A. Robinson and John Bywaters.
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Effie M. Hiett
Alson A. Hott
A. Robinson
Robert DeHaven
W. S. Hiett
Alsons
Hott
Fred A. Robinson
A. G. Clark
R. P. Duvall
Earl S. Bailey
John Bywaters
Walter Mason
H. M. Fout
Grady Braithwaite
Paul Braithwaite
Alberta Maloy
A. B. Solenberger
J. B. Bywaters
Carl AA. Bailey
Luther W. Miller
D. K. Russell
J. O. Sige
J. W. Mumaw
B. O. Brumback
E. R. Sperry
Ruby Everly
Lois Evelyn Carbaugh
Harry McCann
Earl Bailey
Dorothy McC. Rice
Robert F. Arnold
John Sleath
Harold Edwards
Sadie Hamrick
No Across Board Rent Increases In Present Plan
OPA revised rent rules to ease boosts in hardship cases but ruled out a flat across the board increase. Officials foresee small property owners gaining most, with strong justification requirements for changes and future adjustments possible. President Truman’s aides say extensions of rent controls beyond June 30 are under discussion.
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Washington
OPA
Fleming
Truman
Jorullo Volcano noted in history of Mexico
In the long span of human history the Jorullo volcano in Mexico stands out among notable eruptions, marking a significant volcanic event in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jorullo
Mexico
Baltimore livestock market reports mixed week for cattle and calves
USDA quotations from Baltimore show a generally buyer's market with cattle and calves easing versus last week. Slaughter steers and stocker prices drift lower while feeders remain scarce. hogs and sows showed slight gains though prices vary by weight. Sheep and lambs remained limited with active but steady demand for light wooled lambs.
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Baltimore Livestock
Baltimore
USDA
Funeral Services Tomorrow For Mary Hogan
Funeral services for Mary Frances Hogan a well known colored citizen who died Wednesday January 22 will be held Sunday at 3 30 pm from Cartwright Funeral Home Rev E H Jackson will officiate with Rev A T Gaskins assisting She was the daughter of Elijah and Bertha Hogan and survives with three brothers George Interment will be in Orrick Cemetery pallbearers named Q A drone trivia follows in the text.
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Mary Frances Hogan
Cartwright Funeral Home
E. H. Jackson
A. T. Gaskins
Elijah
Bertha Hogan
George
Clayton Hall
William Quigley
Walter Carter
T. F. Finley
Edward Foster
Charles Thomas
Orrick Cemetery
Frederick Son Praises Greek Health Efforts by DDT Campaign
Col. Wright of the United States Public Health Service reports Greece used DDT nationwide to fight malaria. The program sprayed 4 892 communities, protecting about four million people, with planes and crews targeting high incidence areas and breeding sites. Col. Wright, a Stonewall native and VPI graduate, shared the details.
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Coun
Wright
United States Public Health Service
Frederick County
Greece
UNRRA
Eeastae
Air Force
Col. Wright
Stonewall
VPI
Nine Year Old Boy Seeks Nevada Divorce From Parents
Nine year old Melvin Roger Lewis Jr has run away from Oakland to seek a Nevada divorce from his parents. He told reporters he was mad because they would not take him anywhere and he planned to move to Chicago to live with his aunt after the divorce. The boy has made 15 unauthorized trips in two years, including visits to Los Angeles and Portland.
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Reno
Nev
Melvin Roger Lewis, Jr
Oakland
Calif
Nevada
Melvin
Chicago
San Jose
California
Melvin R. Lewis
Los Angeles
Portland
Steel And CIO Extend Contract For Uninterrupted Mills
Uninterrupted production at the nation’s largest steel mills will continue through April 30 under a pact between U. S. Steel Corp and the CIO United Steel Workers. Philip Murray announced the extension after a two hour bargaining session as talks resume to discuss a 1947 agreement and the union laid out a 15 point program of demands.
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PIUSB
U. S. Steel Corp
United Steelworkers Union
CIO
Philip Murray
Steelwork
Murray
Sam Loyd Originated Famous Puzzle How Old Is Ann
The late Sam Loyd proposed many brain twisters and is remembered chiefly for this famous problem. His puzzle How old is Ann? became a standout example of his ingenuity and enduring legacy in puzzle history.
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Ann
Sam Loyd
Handley High Falls to Martinsburg in twin-bill
In the main game Handley High trailed Martinsburg 21-10 at the end of three quarters and 16-7 at halftime. Martinsburg’s Robertson scored 11 and Laidlow 8 to pace the attack, Garber led Handley with six. The junior game saw Martinsburg Jayvees beat Handley Attorneys 18-7, as the opening half stayed tight ending 5-5.
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Handley
Judyhard Fes Anery
Robertson
Laidlow
Martinsburg
Garber
Martinsburg Jayvees
Handley Attorneys
Officers And Board Members Apple Festival To Meet
Officers and board members of the Apple Blossom Festival board of directors will meet Monday January 27 at 12 00 p m at the George Washington Hotel to hear a report on festival activities since the June 1946 board meeting. Members listed include Dr Philip W Boyd J V Arthur Clarke T Cooper A J Bowen Tom Baldridge Dr Louis M Allen W Argentir J V Arthur Wendell Barney George Barnsley Benjamin Bechie W H Bosserman Eugene R Branch Earl Bunting Harry F Byrd Harry F Byrd Jr Roy A Cather W E Cooper H Clay DeGrange Dr B B Dutton Fred L Glaize Jr Clifford Grim Ralph G Hengeveld Thomas Kremer W H Lawrence W R Legge McSherry Lupton Peyton Marshall H B McCormac Percy Miller W Nelson Page Garland A Quarles Hoye L Riley Delmar Robinson Kenneth Robinson T G Scully L G Sjostrom Michael Steck T S Thomas John Wanner and C Ridgely White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apple Blossom Festival Board of Directors
George Washington Hotel
Philip W. Boyd
J. V. Arthur
Clarke T. Cooper
A. J. Bowen
Tom Baldridge
Louis M. Allen
W. E. Argentir
Wendell Barney
McSherry Lupton
Peyton Marshall
H. B. McCormac
Percy Miller
W. Nelson Page
Garland A. Quarles
Hoye L. Riley
Delmar Robinson
Kenneth Robinson
T. G. Scully
L. G. Sjostrom
Michael Steck
T. S. Thomas
John Wanner
C. Ridgely White
Baby Dies In Middletown Fire At Family Home
A three month old baby burned to death in a Middletown two story frame house occupied by the Sampson family. Gasoline ignition started the blaze. The mother, home alone, could not save all her children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middletown
Sampson
Aylor To Teach Adult Class At Burnt Church
Albin R. E. Aylor principal of Stephens City High School will teach the Adult Class at Burnt Presbyterian Church in Albin Sunday morning at 10. Dr. E. T. Clark of Winchester will lead a Community Youth Open Forum at 7 p.m. on Sunday night. Topic: The Value of Being a Christian. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Aylor
Stephens City High School
Burnt Presbyterian Church
Albin
E. T. Clark
Winchester
Stalin and Bevin dispute over extending Anglo Soviet treaty
Stalin questioned Bevin’s Moscow note denying views that the treaty was dead and urged removing reservations before a 20 year pact could be extended to 50. British officials hinted only word substitution, while sources suggested broader removal of reservations may be possible.
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Stalin
Bevin
Field Marshal Montgomery
Moscow
Edvin
Britain
Montgomery
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