Maryland’s shifting political landscape in Senate history
The piece traces Maryland’s party shifts from a Democratic stronghold to recent split representation, noting historical presidential and senatorial trends, a mix of state loyalties, and changing voter demographics. It contrasts state outcomes with national patterns and touches on political dynamics involving Russian diplomacy and Hoffa’s editors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert R. O’conor
Maryland
Senate
Truman
Henry A. Wallace
Thomas E. Dewey
Discard the line before the fishing season begins
A Mid land Cooperator columnist Mr Rocky Teller urges readers to discard old fishing line to avoid losing a trophy bass. He notes that replacing the line even at modest cost prevents a costly break during a big catch.
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Midland Cooperator
Midwest
Rocky Teller
Dear Abby Advice Columns From a 1950s Paper
Dear Abby answers deal with marriage lies about wealth and engagement, age deception at the cinema, a man yelling at home, and a librarian recommended book Champions by Setback. The column emphasizes honesty and prudent choices.
Bomb Threats and Safeguards for Air Travel
The article discusses the danger of bombs on airliners carried in bags and the problem of false bomb warnings. It argues routine baggage and aircraft checks as the best but not perfect solution, noting the required time and manpower and the resulting passenger inconvenience.
Return Of The Fat Man
A humorous monologue on weight and dieting, tracing a man’s battle with his fatness and a playful theory that fat spreads like a virus. The piece mocks dieting culture and explores social views on happiness and weight with a wry voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Return of the
Nixon's Silence Ended by Campaign Challenges
Nixon moves from rare silence to campaign challenge as he seeks the Republican nomination with Eisenhower’s blessing. He must balance liberal and conservative support while avoiding alienating independents and defending his record against Democratic attacks. The race hinges on his ability to run without eclipsing the president and to win broad appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard M. Nixon
Eisenhower
Congress
Nixon
Port
Charley McCarthy
Doctor Crane's Personal Cases Case E-426 Tommy D stuttering advice
Doctor Crane advises that stuttering in preschoolers is usually a normal phase and not inherited. He stresses a relaxed home, avoids scolding, and suggests positive methods like a Compliment Club and vaccination against mental ailments through non-profit booklets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy D
Tommy
Try and Stop Me by Bennett Cerf humor brief
Snodgrass, a late night worker, rides the 10 40 bus and befriends the driver. A quip about offering his seat to a fat lady leads to a humorous exchange. A second joke follows a graduate who quits journalism for poultry and wins the Pullet's Surprise at a State Fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snodgrass
Mr. Snodgrass
Bennett Cerf
King Features Syndicate
Laurel Cliff Social Roundup Brings Local Visitors
Laurel Cliff notes report Mrs Kathleen Howell Poulton broke her leg in Canton yard while visiting. Mrs Gerald Pullin returned from Utah to tend ill father Mr Fox. Laurel Cliff Health Club met at Mrs James Gilmore home with co host Mrs William Strausbaugh and guests from Pomeroy Columbus and Syracuse. Ice cream cake and coffee marked birthdays of Mr Radford and Mrs Parker as attendees include Mr and Mrs Walter Walker and other locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurel Cliff
Kathleen Howell Poulton
Canton
Gerald Pullin
Utah
Fox
Lilie Mains
Syracuse
Radford
Parker
Walter Walker
Farl Dill
Glenn Dill
Pomeroy
Colby Statement on Russia Policy Cited as Timeless
The 1920 Colby statement on Soviet Russia defense of territorial integrity and dismemberment risks outlines U S policy from 1917 to protect Russia, even while not recognizing Bolshevik rule. The document argues Bolshevik leaders boast of treaties without intent to honor them, signaling a persistent challenge to international norms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bainbridge Colby
Washington
Avezzana
Poland
Colby
Soviet Russia
Russia
United States
Prince Lvov
Alexander Ke
Castro
Cuba
European math favors in school early lessons
A study comparing American and European arithmetic shows European children begin addition, subtraction, and fractions earlier, with algebra and geometry starting in seventh grade. Hours spent on arithmetic vary widely by country, and U.S. schools lag in early and advanced topics.
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Guy T. Buswell
England
California
United States
Charles H. Schutter
Richard L. Spreckelmeyer
Council of Basic Education
Fifteenth Street
N. W
Washington
Europe
University of Maryland
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