The Human Fly Atop the Courthouse Dome
In Frankfort Kentucky a crowd gathered as a daredevil known as the human fly climbed the courthouse dome amid fanfare. The stunt ended when the climber touched the dome and warned it was unsafe, leaving bystanders shaken and pondering a future public safety decision decades later. Spencer Merwin II visits the library and finds a book donated by his father 32 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Toner Scott
Pradison
Ishamed
Frankfort, Ky
Spencer Merwin II
Merwin
Local Collegians Join IU Committees for 1968 69
Gary Lamey and Yales Yates as members of the Student Activities Services committee at Indiana University Bloomington. Ann Shafer serves as chairman of the Children's Parties Committee in the I U student center. The note mentions local residents in 1968 69.
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Gary Lamey
Lange
Ann Shafer
Indiana University
Bloomington
Lamey
Migs Yates
Miss Shafer
Glazing and Filling Techniques for Plaster Walls
A guide describes methods to create a glazed finish on plaster, seal holes, and prevent moisture. It notes using a damp cloth to smooth wet plaster, tapping with a tool to set surface, and avoiding sanding for a glossy result. It also briefly mentions preventing water sprouts by storage and surface treatment.
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Patel
Dinner tips for parents with toddlers
A fragmented家庭 style note suggests making family dinners easier with toddler friendly finger foods. It highlights letting the child feed themselves at the table using simple items like cucumber pieces pineapple chunks peas and small potato bites to reduce fuss during meals.
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Hin
Eniny
Astrological Forecast by Sydney Omara
Astrology points the way and forecasts for each sign. Social events improve cooperation and people around you aid goals. Virgo Libra Scorpio cycle rises with Pisces noted for art talent and harmony. General tendencies mark Virgo Libra Scorpio high, Pisces favored for agreement.
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AMES
Taurus
Gemini
Leo
Dea
VIRGO
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Aquarius
Dolls reflect changing views on race age and gender
A discussion on evolving doll designs notes that dolls now portray more realistic features including a Black doll and teen figures. Experts differ on whether heightened realism benefits children, but emphasize dolls as social toys shaping identity, play roles, and attitudes toward gender and race.
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Paychatay
Donald Ball
Chitten
Ball
Ruth Wartley
Texas
Jonson
Kentumed
Neth
Clark
Jchron
Fuunderie
Ste Gaulle
Richard Nixon
Johnson
Louise Bates Ames
Geasel Institute
Quickies by Bob Orben on Playboy centerfold gag
Bob Orben jokes he will not be convinced there is a world food shortage until he views Playboy centerfold. The spoof involves a widow and a childless man, with caricatured quotes from Glitt Mackay. Distributed by King Features Syndicate.
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Bob Orben
Playboy Magazine
Glitt Mackay
Ber Cert
King Features Syndicate
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