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...summary, I believe that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce proposal promises too much, under-estimates the cost, specifies an inequitable method for financing the cost, jeopardizes the security of the Old Age and Survivors Insurance System and weankens when it should strengthen, the relationship between benefits and past wages, so essential to the maintenance of a contributory social insurance system. Arthur J. Altmeyer, Chairman, United States Social Security Board...
...Communist Author Howard (Citizen Tom Paine, Freedom Road) Fast, seven of whose books were taken off U.S. overseas-library shelves last year, was awarded a Stalin Peace Prize (value: about $25,000, taxfree) for "helping to strengthen the cause of peace between the peoples." "Surprised and bewildered," Author Fast observed that it was "the highest honor that can be conferred on any person in these times," and that he hoped "this award will contribute further to the struggle for peace...
Answering his own question, Benson said that the Administration will soon come forward with a new program designed to "root out the bad points and strengthen the weaknesses." He again avoided listing details of the program, but he left no doubt on two points: 1) he is against the present system of rigid price supports for basic farm crops at 90% of parity, because he thinks it encourages farmers to produce surpluses and sell them to the Government; 2) he is against price supports for livestock...
...People are tired and disgusted with present politics, for it seems that no decision can be taken. But this mood can pass rapidly, if the right leadership arises. If France can strengthen herself internally, she has a big role to play in the world. She could be the center of gravity in Europe-not dominating Europe, but the central organ for United Europe. Some people may say. 'How can France play such a role in Europe, since she has shown she cannot manage her own internal affairs?' But this overlooks the fact that in long periods...
...latest collision with Bao Dai occurred when, despite his rebuff from the Nationalists, he backed their demand for negotiations with Ho Chi Minh's Communists. He also demanded measures to strengthen his Cabinet. When the ex-Emperor refused, there was nothing for Tam to do but to resign his post. If the French concur, Bao Dai will probably appoint as Premier his good friend and disciple Prince Buu Loc, 39, a member of the Annamese royal family...