Pork Barrel Charge Hits Housing Plan in Senate Hearings
The Senate Banking Committee heard Civilian Production Chief John D. Small press for a 600 million dollar subsidy to spur housing for veterans. Senator Capehart condemned the Wyatt plan for prefabricated houses as a pork barrel aiding only a few firms at government expense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
John D. Small
Senate Banking Committee
Small
Capehart
R-Ind
Wilson W. Wyatt
Wyatt
Terrific Danger Seen for OPA Future
Congressman Monroney warned the OPA program faces terrific danger as six weeks of hearings on extending price controls past June 30 continue. He said there is a real risk the OPA law could be amended beyond recognition.
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Washington
Truman
House Banking Committee
OPA
Rep. Monroney
D-Okla
In Memoriam Carter W Wisecarver
Dear grandad passed away a year ago on March 28 1945 devoted grandchildren include Bobby Bryson Jr Jimmie Bryson Eugene Bryson Randy Bryson Polly Mae Bryson Margaret Ann Bryson March 28 2011
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter W. Wisecarver
Grandad
Bobby Bryson, Jr
Jimmie Bryson
Eugene Bryson
Randy Bryson
Polly Mae Bryson
Margaret Ann Bryson
Former Prisoner Urges Red Cross Support
I H Stayton of 544 North Main and a visiting captain urged local Red Cross support after praising the organization for aid to POWs in Mossburg. With two days left, county divisions lag, and residents are urged to mail contributions to City Hall or donate at the Bond Booth.
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H. Stayton
North Main
Red Cross
Mossburg
England
Winchester-Frederick County
Susan Kabler
City Hall
Coleon
Dentist proposes seven and a half cent coin idea
Dr. J. Rice Gibbs of New York suggests a seven and a half cent coin to ease subway fare disputes and save riders up to 60 million dollars annually. The coin would sit between nickel and quarter in size with Iwo Jima imagery and a large 7 1 2 on reverse for the blind. Gibbs advocates its adoption and notes past small denomination coins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Rice Gibbs
New York
Gibbs
Subway
Joe Rosenthal
Iwo Jima
Congressional Committee On Banking and Currency
U. S
Notice of Personal Debt Responsibility
Milton R. Lee of Berryville Virginia states he will not be responsible for any debts other than those he personally contracted.
Modern Trusses Offer Comfort and Secure Support
Advertisement touts well fitted trusses to relieve rupture and incisional hernia pain. Claims improved circulation and strengthened weak areas. Promises ongoing adjustment and instruction for proper wear.
Market Quotations Recovery Mixed Amid Coal Strike Fears
New York March 28 A few stocks recovered while leaders lagged as soft coal strike fears and UNO Security Council concerns spurred selling. Trading opened active but soon slipped with most declines fractional. Union Stores rose about one point from 5300 shares. among gainers. Decliners included Santa Fe Bethlehem Chrysler General Motors and others.
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New York
UNO Security Council
Strand Union Stores
Southern Pacific
Northern Pacific
North American
Public Service of N. J
Anaconda
Santa Fe
Bethlehem
Chrysler
General Motors
National Distillers
Schenley
United Aircraft
U. S. Rubber
American Telephone
General Electric
Boeing
Union Carbide
International Harvester
Administration Faces Flank Over 65 Cent Wage Bill
In Washington the administration fights to push a 65 cent minimum wage through the Senate while facing an inflationary amendment from Senator Russell of Georgia. The proposal would alter the parity formula by including the cost of agricultural labor, aiming to keep farmer returns aligned with 1909 purchasing power.
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Washington
Senate
Truman
Russell
D-Ga
First Goodwill Supper Aims to Unite Democrats
Democrats in both legislative and executive branches attend the first of five Goodwill suppers in Washington to smooth intra party tensions. Officials say the gatherings will help members know each other better for more unified action on the administration program and upcoming elections.
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Washington
Congress
President Informed By Byrnes on UN Council Developments
President Truman is kept fully advised on UN security council developments by Secretary of State Byrnes. White House Press Secretary Ross said Truman would not comment on the Soviet delegation's action and is staying in touch with Byrnes by telephone.
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Washington
Truman
United Nations Security Council
State Byrnes
White House
Charles G. Ross
Holting
Byrnes
Public sale of desirable county real estate in Frederick County
Special Commissioner will auction farmland and two Hillcrest lots in Frederick County Virginia. Sale includes a 75 acre farm near Bartonsville with dwelling and outbuildings and lots 46 47 with 50 foot fronts on Hillcrest Avenue. Terms: one third cash at sale, balance in two yearly installments at 6 percent interest secured by bond deed of trust and insurance. Auction in Winchester courthouse on April 13 1946 at 11 am.
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Annie M. Anderson
Francis J. Anderson
Frederick County
Virginia
Winchester
Bartonsville
Frank B Anderson
Annie M Anderson
Farmers & Merchants National Bank & Trust Company
Hillcrest
Hillcrest Avenue
Frank B. Anderson
W. H. Herrell
Baltimore and Chicago Livestock Markets Report March 28
Baltimore market shows firm poultry demand and varied cattle trends with top fed steers at 17.25 and good beef cows up to 15.00. Calves, hogs, and sheep supply mixed with active trade and steady to higher quotes. Chicago quotes hogs 14.85 to 14.10 ceiling, steers up to 17.75 with most 15.25 to 17.35.
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Baltimore
Baltimore Livestock
USDAN
Chicago Livestock
Chicago
Chicago Grain Quotations in Opening Trade
Chicago March 28 prices on grain futures were steady to firm in a slow opening session. Opening prices listed for Wheat Corn Oats Rye and Barley across May July Sept and Dec maturities.
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Chicago
Card of Thanks for Flowers and Car Use
Mrs Harry T Smith and family express gratitude to many friends for the use of cars and the beautiful flowers sent during their recent bereavement. (3-28-31)
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry T. Smith
Pamily
Eleanor Roosevelt Considered for UNRRA Leadership in Exile Aid
Atlantic City March 28 Delegates at UNRRA council discuss appointing Eleanor Roosevelt to head an international body for political exiles and war refugees. Britain may nominate her to reunite the wartime civilian defense duo with Fiorello LaGuardia as director general, guiding strict food controls and production incentives.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Eleanor Roosevelt
UNRRA
United Nations
Sealed proposals for waterlock fish hatchery concrete basins
The Virginia Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries invites sealed bids for the construction of concrete basins for the Waterlock Fish Hatchery near Front Royal Virginia. Plans by R Stuart Royer are on file in Richmond and at Royer’s office. Bidders may obtain plans for $10 with a 10 percent certified check due with bids. The owner reserves the right to reject bids and to extend or cancel the process.
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Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries
Commonwealth of Virginia
Travelers Bldg
Richmond
Waterlock Fish Hatchery
Front Royal
Virginia
R. Stuart Royer
The
Commission
Psychie
License Tag Sales Grow Steadily Since 1943
License tag sales in the first ten days reach 2 059 with expenditures of 27 204 40 reported by issuing agent Andrew Bell. Of the total, 1 674 are autos and 282 trucks, the rest for small trailers motorcycles convertibles and other licenses. sales have risen since 1943 when totals were 7 099 for 94 588 83 and 8 024 for 1944.
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Andrew Bell
OPA Weighs Nationwide Milk Price Hike Amid Missouri Strike
Washington March 24 Rep Bennett says OPA contends milk price ceilings must be nationwide. Southwest Missouri Dairy Association farmers strike with 2500 members refusing to sell until a higher price. They seek 4.50 per hundredweight from 2.90.
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Washington
OPA
Southwest Missouri
Bennett
RMO
Southwest Missouri Dairy Association
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Mother Nature
Vitam' B. Pinkham
Eolda
Silco Cut Price Stores, Inc
Loudoun Street
I. H. Stayton
Milton R. Lee
Berryville, Va
Stock Market Report
Goodwill
Council Development
W. E. Edwards
Roy P. Duvall
Bessie Brannon
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Baker and Anderson Lectrical
Braddock St
Westinghouse
Lamp Motor CO
New York Stock Exchange
Main St
Richmond 14
Abbott
Proctor
Paine
LONG
W. Boscawen St
Wee Walker
Men’s Lasalle
Oxford
Ward LaSalles
Mionecomads
Loudoun
Ward
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