THE WEEK.

Source :: New Republic; 8/9/48, Vol. 119 Issue 6, p5-10, 5p
Publication Year :: 1948
Abstract: News briefs pertaining to politics and government are presented. Republican party reaction to U.S. President Harry S. Truman's proposals to control inflation and inadequate housing is described. The author reports on activities surrounding the Danube Conference, held in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. From Memphis, Tennessee, political strongman Ed Crump's attempts to retain control by discrediting gubernatorial candidate Gordon Browning are described.