What a Country Fortune Piece on U.S. Spending Rise
The October Fortune feature What a Country by Gilbert Burck and Sanford Parker analyzes rising American consumer spending from 2000 to 1962 dollars, noting a shift to spending for better quality and style. It cites higher living standards, broad distribution of prosperity, and growing inter industry competition shaping choices from appliances to fashion.
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Fortune
Gilbert Burck
Sanford Parker
Paris
Messrs. Burck and
Parker
U.S
Burck-Parker
Buick
Florida
Airline Crashes Prompt Global Aviation Safety Reflections
The article notes two deadly air crashes raising concern over airline safety. An American DC-6 pilotless by a veteran Italian flier perished along with many Americans including Guido Cantelli, a famed Italian conductor. A Venezuela Constellation crashed near Caracas airport, killing ten Americans among 25. The piece urges renewed vigilance and investigation into aviation risks.
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Venezuela
Orly Field
Paris
Denver
Guido Cantelli
Caracas
Skyscraper Boom Expands Across New York and Nation
OFFICE space totals rise to 440 million square feet nationwide with 60 million added since World War II. New York alone sees 36 million square feet gained in 11 years, with 110 new structures housing about 290000 workers. Major projects include a 60-story tower next to Rockefeller Center, a 46-story Astor Plaza, and a 45-story Socony Mobil building opening nearby.
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National Assn. of
New York
Real Estate Board of
Rockfeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Astor Plaza
Park Avenue
Lexington
Socony Mobil
United States
Middle East policy needed after Egypt crisis
James Marlow argues the Eisenhower administration lacks a clear strategy to fill the power vacuum in the Middle East left by Britain and France. He notes Russia’s warning, criticizes Dulles handling with Nasser, and questions U.S. next steps after Britain and France withdraw from Egypt.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Middle East
Russia
Hungary
Truman
Britain
France
Dulles
Nasser
Egypt
Suez Canal
Faisenhower
Canal
United States
United Nations
Case Records puzzle timing of Joan's death
Dr Crane discusses case Joan R aged 37 who died minutes after her husband left to phone a client. The article explores how will to live and timing of death puzzle physicians and psychologists, suggesting mental state can influence mortality and urging readers to write for more Case Records.
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Joan
George W. Crane
Joan R
Dr. Crane
Michigan
Rheumatic fever and heart care for children
The Family Doctor discusses rheumatic fever chiefly in youth, its potential to affect heart muscle and valves, and the importance of prevention through targeting streptococcal infections. Treatments range from rest and reduced exertion to diuretic-directed fluid removal and physician collaboration, with salicylates, cortisone, and ACTH used in varying cases.
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Edwin P. Jordan
M.D
Horoscope for Tomorrow and the Birthday in 1957
The Stars warn of possible early hour disruptions to plans and advise caution with signing papers. Relationships may require extra understanding with new acquaintances. Cultural and welfare projects are favored, and unusual recognition may come for a birthday person, with better finances and a stimulating social life through early February 1957. A July or August trip is contemplated.
Multiple Local Updates From New Lexington Area
A collision near Malta Morgan County killed 18 year old Richard Bateson and injured three others Judy Mendonhall 14 Patty 16 and Charles Kinney 18 all treated at Bethesda hospital Zanesville. Also New Lexington named acting village solicitor John C Ferguson effective Dec 1 pending Emmerson Wagner's return. Secretary of State Ted W Brown issued a charter to A W Mining Company of New Lexington with 100 shares. Three men indicted by the grand jury pleaded guilty to larceny and were placed on two year probation with costs and restitution to several firms. Shawnee Volunteer Fire Department to buy a Packard ambulance from Dublin Fire Department. Perry County Red Cross officers elected for coming year. Donald Klingler Crooksville named service manager for Shelton Motors Co Crooksville. Giant blue heron halts power line near Crooksville causing 4000 volt outage. bird sent to Ohio University for study.
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New Lexington
Richard Bateson
Crooksville
Bateson
Malta
Morgan County
Judy Mendenhall
Patty
Charles Kinney
Bethesda Hospital
Zanesville
John C. Furguson
Emerson C. Wagner
Wagner
Ted W. Brown
A&w Mining Company
Max L. Underwood
Ned L. Underwood
Mell G. Underwood, Jr
C. Green
A. S. McGonagle
Charles Hoover
Larry Swinehart
Hopewell Oil and Drilling Co
Watts
Marvin McFarren
Goldie Kenison
Moxahala
The Gunman and the Ranch Family Drama
An hired killer named Roup seeks Jim Final amid Gambler Strunk's plans for Indian land. Quail Bentain turns him away at the Bentain ranch as Final rides off toward Fish Creek. Tension rises between Jim, Quail, and Bentain over prison, hate, and family fate.
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Roup
Strunk
Jim Final
Bentain
Jim
Quail Bentain
Quail
Final
Horse Mesa
Fish Creek
Paroled man questioned as rumors fly in town
Bentain confronts Quail over rumors about Jim Rentain and Yuma. He doubts her faith in the trial and fears the consequences of a possible escape, while Major Berkley’s new rifles loom in the background as townsfolk discuss plans and loyalties.
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Bentain
Taunee
Berkley
Jim
Yuma
Rentain
Quail
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