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EXCESS STOMACH ACS DITY Detroit Booms into Industrial World Capital ft Section A Sunday, March 26 DETROIT FREE PRESS 800 DINERS ASSEMBLE Urges Faith Temple Beth El Notes Century of Service Economic Level Highest in History 10-Year Gain Puts City Third I it often relieved by mildly oftolme Mountain Volley Mineral Water. You drink this delightful tasting, natural mineral water just as it comes from the Health Spo at Hot Springs, Ark. Contains no irritating chemicals. Non-laxative. MountainValley Mineral Water SPRINGS.

Home delivery phone 'WO-2-1022 BY ADRIAN" FULLER Free Frrea Rellaioua Writer Temple Beth El climaxed its centennial observance with a ban- quet in the Hotel Book-Cadillac Saturday night. About 800 per broke the spirit of hundreds of previous generations this, for some reason has not made us happy. "We have the freedom but we have not the faith. "Until faith is recovered there will never be happiness in the freest of eras." in Industry and Business Combined sons attended. They included notables in Reform Judaism, Christian church TEMPLE BETH EL pioneered in establishing better relationships among all groups In the community, Shapero said.

He promised the Temple would continue this work. In the principal address Dr. Freehof said: "In some mysterious way the great effort of technology to take the burden of physical toil from our shoulders, that which 1 leaders, representatives of State and City government and edu- i i cators. i BY FRED OLMSTED Free Preea Staff Writer Detroit, nearing the ripe age of 249, is more dynamic than hi Tribute was paid to the long service the Temple has given to the City and State. ever.

World War II Is an unbroken string of plus signs and is noted N. AMONG THOSE present were Dr. Nelson Glueck, president of Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac and his little band of founding Frenchmen couldn't have envisioned these things, but the City of the Straits now: 1 Is the undisputed industrial capital of the world. 2 Is the nation's third city, Now! Prices Greatly Reduced QUALITY GOAL AGAIN AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY NO MORE SHORTAGES NO MORE INCONVENIENCE NO MORE SUBSTITUTES ORDER TODAY DON'T DELAY Dr. B.

Benedict Glazer, rabbi of Temple Beth El, described how the synagog fosters the ideals of learning, character and cultivation of piety-Nate S. Shapero, president of Temple Beth El, described the history and achievements of the congregation which now has 1,600 families and is the fourth largest Jewish congregation in the United States. "Since 1850 Temple Beth El has through its lay and rabbinical leadership been a major force of moral and spiritual truth and practice in the State of Michigan," Shapero said. chiefly for percentage gains above 100. As to Detroit's worldwide industrial supremacy, the latest manufacturers census (1947) showed 4,765 factories In the metropolitan area (Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties).

AWfllHG HEWS DR. SOLOMON B. FREEHOF Technology is not enough stitute of Religion; Dr. Solomon B. Freehof, rabbi of Tefnple Rodef Shalom, Pittsburgh; Gov.

Williams, and Dr. David Henry, president of Wayne University. Representing Christian churches of the city were the Rt. Rev. Richard S.

Emrich, S.T.D., Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan, and the Rev. Dr. Chester A. McPheeters, president of the Detroit Council of Churches. Judge Charles C.

Simons, of the Circuit Court of Appeals, was toastmaster. ramatic newborn awning fabrics now Vinyl coated by mm Michigan for long life and greatest economy. Canvas pattern, color and texture fully protected against the ravages of weather, sun and soil. Eskimo Woman Gets Civil Post JUNEAU, Alaska, (U.R) Mrs. Frances Longley, 38, of Nome, has been appointed by Gov.

Ernest Gruening to the public welfare board. She was the first Eskimo ever graduated from a Nome high school. She received her diploma considering business and industry combined. 3 Is enjoying the highest economic level In its history. These facts are highlighted in a significant progress report on Detroit in the current issue of the Board of Commerce publication, The Detroiter.

THE REPORT, assembled by John R. Stewart, board statistician, accents the tremendous strides that the city has taken in the last 10 years. Statistically, the decade of FTJFX OIX DEPT. WAInut 1-5550 STOKER-OII. BCRXER DEPT.

WAInut 1-8920 COAL A COKE DEPT. WAInut 1-8900 STOKER COAt DEPT. WAInut 1-5554 Dr. McGILVRAY DENTIST 1115 FARMER ST. WO 4-7246 COR.

MONROE FrU to 1:00 9 to 3:00 i SPEAKERS DWELT on aims and ideals of the Temple, its history and the significance of the occasion. I 1 in 1930 There were only 2,834 In 1939. The increase Is 68 per cent. These factories in 1947 added $2,910,650,000 to the value of goods through manufacturing processes. This was 56 per cent of Michigan's total and nearly 4 per cent of the United States total.

And in 1949, Detroit passed Los Angeles and Philadelphia in volume of bank debits to individual accounts the best single yardstick of over-all business. This left only New York and Chicago ahead of Detroit in this respect. EV OTHER fields, Detroit was near the top, too. Last year it was third in building, fourth in retail sales, fifth in metropolitan area population. Results of the Detroit-Philadel-phia-Los Angeles city-proper population race will not be finally known until the 1950 census is complete.

Detroit's all-time peak In the economic scale is reflected by 1949 Wayne County factory output of $7,900,000,000, Detroit retail sales of $2,500,000,000 and checks totaling $37,955,000,000 drawn on Detroit banks. Furthermore, Wayne County's 487,000 hourly rated factory workers averaged $1.71 an hour and $64.50 a week. Both are new Canada Ford Faces Strike on Pensions Ford Motor Co. of Canada, Ltd. faces a strike threat over the pension issue.

The memberships of Local 200 UAVV (CIO) was expected- to authorize an official union strike vote at a meeting Sunday. highs. Detroit issued 27,640 building permits in 1949, highest number in two decades. These were for new buildings valued at $187,328,701, GEORGE BURT, UAW Canadian regional director, said the meeting was called primarily to pass on the recent pension recommendations of the Ontario Conciliation Board. The Board recommended non-contributory monthly pensions of $55.

Burt predicted the Sunday meeting would result in overwhelming disapproval of the recommendations. The union is seeking $100 monthly pensions, plus 9 cents an hour for health insurance. a dollar peaK exceeding even the hyperactive '20s. NATURALLY, Detroit is tops as a consumer market. Last year, the average family income in De troit was $6,150.

The total income of the 710,000 families living within 15 miles of downtown Detroit was $4,359,000,000. A WALKOUT by the 12,000 employes at the Windsor plant would be "legal, Burt said, immediately after approval is voted by secret ballot at the union sponsored The figures are based on social-security reports showing 932,483 employes covered in Wayne Coun election. Burt predicted the election would ty, and Michigan Unemployment Compensation Commission data indicating 1.52 employes a family. take place "in about a week. 8 NEW 1950 HUDSONS Only cars with "Step-Down" design 552aSS The Board of Commerce points out that Detroit's income is well-distributed.

Fewer than 3 per cent of all families receive more than $10,000 a year. Probably half receive $5,000 or more. HERE'S A QUICK resume of factors showing how Detroit has leaped forward between 1939 and 1949: Estimated population, city proper 1,620,000 to 1,854,000, up 13.8 36 Waterway Improvement Projects OK'd WASHINGTON (TP) The National Rivers and Harbors Congress indorsed 36 waterway improvement projects estimated to cost The action concluded the annual convention of the association, an unofficial organization which makes recommendations to Congress of improvements it wants supported with Federal funds. per cent; metropolitan area 2,360,000 to 2,925,000, up 23.9 per cent. Wayne County factory workers (average number) 295,199 to 487,000, up 65 per cent.

Wayne County factory worker average weekly earnings $33.54 to $64.50, up 92 per cent. Estimated factory payroll, PilSCES LLWEE! AS LWGll AS $166.5 Wayne County $485,000,000 to $1,570,000,000, up 223 per cent. Estimated factory product, EV ALL 76 proposals were studied by the Waterways Congress committee on projects. Seven were rated in the "meritorious" category, which means they are not yet considered sufficiently advanced to warrant indorsement Wayne County $2,580,000,000 to QESI SSHjSjB i $7,900,000,000, up 206 per cent. Car and truck output.

United but should be given further con- states and Canada 3,732,718 to sideration. 6,549,400, up 75 per cent. seven mentoncus projects Building permits (value) the Kalamazoo River and 664,099 to $187,328,701, up 203 ii iuu ucx. j. jf ijauic iccft, in viLiiiiL i rer cent SUB GEE? 9u3JMD3jjC3 mm of Battle Creek, Mich.) for flood est center of gravity in any American automobile.

You know instinctively that they handle more surely, hug the road more tenaciously than any other car! Best ride safest at sensational lower prices! Two more ways Hudson brings you more ear for less money in 1950! There's more, much more, to see and enjoy in these great new Hudsons luxurious new interiors scores of other fine-car features that make "step-down" designed Hudsons leaders in resale value, coast to coast, as shown by official used car guide books! Won't you come in, have a good look, and try "The New Step-Down Ride" real soon? Hudson's exclusive Super-math Drvef 'The New Step-Down Ride" is made even more pleasant by Hudson's new Super-matic Drive the only automatic transmission that shifts gears for you just as you want, combines thrifty overdrive, and can be converted to manual operation at the touch of a button. Getting value-minded about your next new car? Well, the big news is out! New 1950 Hudsons are now on display brilliant, newly styled beauties that bring you more car for less money! There's roominess! That means seat cushions in all models, including the lower-priced Pacemaker, that are up to 12 inches wider than in any other car! The secret of all this is Hudson's exclusive "step-down" design with recessed floor. Through this unique design, space wasted in all other cars is brought into the passenger compartment and skillfully utilized for your comfort! Most room at sensational lower prices! That's one way Hudson brings you more car for less money in 1950! There's ride and safety! Hudson's low-built design, which preserves full road clearance, tells you that these delightfully different automobiles have the low control. THE WATERWAYS Congress said that more infoiVation is needed on most of the remainder of the 76 proposals, and suggested that Federal funds be provided for further surveys by Army Engineers. The delegates urged establishment of a permanent United States congressional commission for the development, use and conservation of water and land resources.

They opposed creation of valley "authorities." IF Only Hudson, the car with "The New Step-Down brings you these additional features All-steel, Monobilt bedy-and-frame with recessed floor and girder protection all around outside passenger compartment Your choice Higri-Compresion six- or eight-cylinder engine with Chrome-alloy motor block to minimize wear and reduce upkeep costs Triple-Safe Brake finest hydraulic system with reserve mechanical system on same pedal, plus finger-tip-release parking brake fluid-Cushioned Clutch Wide-are Vision with Curved Full-View Windshield and rear window and more than 20 other features now on display in our showrooms. Trad-mark and patents panding. Optional at extra coif. If you're going to buy a car in the low-price field, see the HEW, LOWER-PRICED PACEMAKER that for just a few dollars more brings you all of Hudson's exclusive advantages. POSTAL RECEIPTS to $26,525,650, up 131 per cent.

Savings deposits $273,969,000 to $933,141,000, up 240 per cent. Total bank deposits to $2,713,720,000, up 205 per cent. Bank clearings $5,053,800,370 to $19,485,020,384, up 285 per cent. Bank debits $10,422,405,000 to $37,955,054,000, up 264 per cent. Department store sales index 107.1 to 285.3, up 166 per cent.

Consumers price index 99.7 to 170.5, up 71 per cent. PURCHASING power index (weekly earnings) 110 to 124, up 12 per cent. Births 28,150 to 50,300, up 78 per cent. Deaths 13,200 to 14,940, up 13 per cent. Marriage licenses 15,439 to up 46 per cent.

Telephone calls (daily average) 1,628,000 to 4,305,000, up 164 per cent. Railroad tonnage 20,644,367 to 29,332,609, up 42 per cent. Passengers carried by DSR 335,961,285 to $495,952,624, up 47 per cent. Water consumption (gallons daily) 249,307,700 tr 378,595,000, up 51 per cent. ELECTRICITY generated (Edison, kilowatt hours) to 7,054,240,900, up 125 per cent.

Gas sold (cubic feet) to 45,873,556,500, up 163 per cent. As the Board of Commerce points out, some of these increases reflect the area's population growth. Some result from the sharp rise in price levels. Still others mirror the increased purchasing power of Detroit families. But, as a whole, the increases add up to one of Detroit's greatest eras of growth and progress.

HERE'S WHERE TO SEE AND DRIVE THE FINEST-HUDSONS EVER BUILT- Archeolo gists Elect Officers BENTON HARBOR (JP) W. M. Cunningham, city attorney of Benton Harbor, was elected president of the Michigan Archeological Society. The new president is widely known in Michigan as an amateur archeologist. His most recent publication was "A Study of the Glacial Kame in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana." Other officers chosen were Gerald Haltiner, of Alpena, vice president; Fred Norton, of St.

Ignace, vice president, and Emerson F. Greenman, of Ann Arbor, secretary-treasurer. Bill Would Protect Testifying Officials WASHINGTON (JP) A resolution designed to prevent reprisals against Government officials who testify before Congressional committees was introduced by Senator Taft and Rep. Martin The proposal would put Congress on record against such reprisals on the grounds that they obstruct "the proper performance of the legislative function and perform a disservice to the nation." CLARK AND WOOLSEY 6934 Wtst For Street FRANK HAMMOND MOTOR SALES, 15400 Livernois HUDSON SALES. INC.

16800 Plymouth Read BILL HERMANN 12845 Fenkell Avenue HUDSON TAPERT COMPANY 13245 E. Jefferson Ave. LAVIGNE AUTO SALES 14201 E. Warren O-K HUDSON SALES. INC.

25161 Grand River Ave. NORTHWEST HUDSON SALES 10330 Grand River Avenue ROHRBORN HUDSON SALES 975 W. McNichols Rd. SARB MOTOR SALES. INC.

6640 Michigan Ave. GIL SCHAEFER DOWNTOWN HUDSON 5940 Cass Avenue SPICER HUDSON SALES 16700 Grand River Avenue TEAL INC. 7641 Gratiot Ave. WHITTIER MOTOR SALES 3173 E. Jefferso Ave.

CLOHSET AND McCUTCHEON 820 S. Woodward Birmingham SCHAEFER ROAD SALES COMPANY 6340 Schaefer Road, Dearborn KOCHANIEC SALES SERVICE, INC. 23830 Groesbeck Highway at Schoenherr Road, East Detroit ECORSE HUDSON SALES 3965 W. Jefferson Ecorse TAVERN AUTO SALES 28001 Grand River, Farmington 19 SLUSSER MOTOR SALES 21433 Woodward Ferndale 20 WALKER MOTORS. INC.

16430 Woodward. Highland Park LUCY MOTOR SALES 2084 DIx Road. Lincoln Park BOSKE'S GARAGE. INC. 27371 Gratiot Avenue.

Roseville ROYAL OAK HUDSON. INC. 1037 S. Main. Royal Oak MANTEL MOTOR SALES COMPANY 23650 Van Dyke, Van Dyke STEPHEN J.

DANIEL SONS 2154 Eureka Avenue, Wyandotte ROBINSON MOTOR SALES 203 N. Cadar. Masaa MeCARL MOTOR SALES 132 Ashman Retarv-Boa 168. Midland ARCADE MOTORS 415 N. Mitikall St.

Cadlllaa WHITFIELD FARM SERVICE 1012 E. Frank tara MARTIN HUDSON SALES 112 E. Lawrtnca Charlotta MAJESTIC MOTOR SALES 613 N. Mai St. Chekayaaa AMMAN'S GARAGE 423 E.

Broad. Chesanlni WOODWARD MOTOR SALES 1026 N. McEwan. Clara BARRON MINSTER SALES 2260 S. Main St, Adrin MOTOR SALES 345 Ckisholn.

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