Atom Power In Locomotive
Belleville New Jersey to host a New York Central locomotive converted to atomic power. Ralph Lucas of United States Industries and Development claims a mercury turbine disintegrates mercury and steel atoms to drive a train, with a single “resepful” of mercury atoms powering 120 cars for 45 NY to SF trips. Experiments slated for four to six months, with six to twelve months of testing, at the Belleville plant. Lucas, Newark resident, cites prior work with Pierce-Arrow and Curtiss-Wright.
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Belleville
N. J
New York Central Railroad
Associated Press
Ralph Lucas
United States Industries and Development Company
Elmira
N. Y
New York
San Francisco
Lucas
Newark
Rensserger. Polytechnic Institute
Troy
Pierce-Arrow Motor Car Company
Watervliet, N
Arsenal
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Buffalo
Army Plans Peacetime War Dog Breeding Program
The army will breed war dogs in peacetime by partnering with civilian breeders to select puppies best suited for military needs and uses. Six breeds including German shepherd, boxer, airedale, dobermann pinscher, rottweiler, and giant schnauzer are eyed with stock drawn from the United States and Europe including England Holland Belgium and Germany.
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Washington
Army
War Department
Oga
England
Holland
Belgium
Germany
Japan Made 1944 Peace Bids to China Report
Information Minister K. C. Wu said Japan sent multiple peace overtures to China through several channels in late 1944. He noted the offers were promptly rejected and argued that China showed continued resolve to fight, countering claims of a lack of will.
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China
Chungking
K. C. Wu
Japan
Tennessean Donates $50 to Help National Debt
A Knoxville man mailed a $50 check to the treasury with a note saying he preferred a sober celebration of victory by a free will donation to aid government operations or debt repayment. The gift underscores civic support amid national expenditures.
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U.S
Washington
Treasury
Knoxville
Tenn
Seabees Welcome Marines On Rota Island Invasion
Seabees hailed Marines after landing on Rota in the Marianan Islands 32 miles north of Guam. They found a sign reading The 48th Seabees welcome the marines to Rota as they had already gone ashore three days earlier to inspect the airstrip on the surrendered Japanese base.
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Rota Rota
Marianas Islands
Guam
48Th Seabees
Rota
Thunderhead the White Horse of Goose Bar Ranch Tale
A Wyoming tale follows Thunder head the white horse, foaled at Goose Bar. Ken McLaughlin, 14, hopes he becomes a racing star after entering a mest in Idaho. The story chronicles Thunder head’s clashes with the Albino and a dramatic herd roundup ending with the stallion vanishing.
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Thunderhead
Goose Bar Ranch
Wyoming
Ken McLaughlin
Idaho
Rob McLaugh
Ken
Howard
Flicka
Joose
Rep
Rob
Wonder Horse
Thunderhead Returns and Ken Faces Loss in Valley
Rob and Ken discuss the wild horses and Thunderhead after a perilous chase. Ken recalls the ascent through snowy valleys, the mare band, and his near-fatal fall. They assess Thunderhead and the Albino, acknowledge the loss, and brace for supper and next steps.
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Ken
Gus
Thunderhead
Rob
Howard
Flicka
Kent
The Patrician Lord Miltou n Romance Told In Brief
English lord Mililoun figures in John Galsworthy tale as a nobleman with an ascetic mind and worldly breadth. He pursues Mrs Noel, a married woman living near his country seat, triggering family objections led by Lady Casterly. Misunderstandings unfold as Noel reveals an earlier marriage to a much older clergyman and the couple confront social expectations.
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Lord Miltoun
John Galsworthy
the Patrician
England
Lord Milloun
Lord and Lady Valleys
Mrs. Noel
Casterly
Barbara
John Galsworthy Nobel Laureate and Novelist Profile
John Galsworthy born in 1867, educated at top schools and Oxford, pursued law, travel, and a balanced life before publishing his first novel at forty. He gained fame steadily and received the Nobel Prize in 1932 for The Forsyte Saga, continuing to rise until his death in 1938.
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Ihip
John Galsworthy
Oxford
Lord Miltoun’s Passion Wrecks a Parliament Career
Lord Miltoun faces a torn life as love for Audrey Noel collides with family duty. He resigns from parliament to unite with Mrs Noel, but indecision and illness delay resolution. A frantic pursuit leads to missed encounters and a late night flight with Lady Barbara, ending with renewed turmoil in the family and political life.
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England
London
Lord Miltoun
Barbara
Audrey Noel
Mrs. Noel
Noel
Mra. Noel
Lady Casterly
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Prevent Sticking When Melting Chocolate and Molasses
Guide to slicking a dish with butter or oil before melting chocolate over simmering water. Grease measuring cups before measuring molasses or syrup to avoid adherence. Includes practical tips for smooth results and clean pans.
Electrically operated hospital bed shines new aid
An electrically powered hospital bed has been invented that raises and towers at the flick of a switch. It eliminates the need for a nurse or hospital side aid.
Operators Advised to Use DDT Killer With Care
Advice warns careful handling of DDT insecticide in barns poultry houses and similar sites. Reminders include removing feed cups and lick feeders covering drinking vessels drying fire spray before animals return and avoiding skin contact or inhaling the chemical especially with oil mixtures. General use cautioned due to ongoing research while noting safe uses in dairies poultry houses and with bordeaux for pest control.
Biological Desert Label Sparks Debate Over Forest Productivity
A fragment notes a virgin forest described as a biological desert. The text argues it does not produce enough feed to support any stock, highlighting a debate over ecosystem abundance and potential mischaracterizations of the forest's ecological value.
Deep rooted plants aid surface soil enrichment explain roots
Deep rooted plants including trees and certain grasses help enrich surface soil. Their roots draw nutrients from deeper soil layers and release minerals as they decay, concentrating nutrients near the top where shallow roots access them.
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Department of Agriculture
Washing Egg Beater Cautions and Care
Instruction notes safe washing steps for an egg beater. Rinse under cold water before washing the spokes, avoid submerging gears, and keep cogs out of soapy contact to prevent damage. Follow careful handling with dishes.
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Charley Sargent
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