Labor force to elderly ratio shows aging trend and policy needs
The report from Northwestern National Life Insurance's family economies bureau notes a shrinking workforce for each person aged 65 and older from 11 to 1 in 1850 to about 4 to 1 by 1960, urging expanded production and extended work life for the elderly. It cautions against relying on government dollars and highlights retirement programs must be flexible. The study cites a 3,000 person survey showing most men wish to stay productive after retirement.
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Parrot Triggers Tense Confrontation in The Fiction Corner
Roy, annoyed by a whistling parrot in a fence cage, confronts a girl who accuses him of intent to harm Bertha. He admits planning to wring Bertha's neck due to the bird's whistle while racing to finish English IV mid year reviews under threat of losing his job.
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Bertha and the Librarian in a Grim Autumn Tale
Roy forces Roberta to keep Bertha inside. The redhead, Roberta Cameron, once a librarian, fears for Bertha’s safety. Bertha the bird dies after being left outside in rain, and Roy contemplates the tragedy as Roberta forgives him.
Mez Gerhard as Homer to Bobbin in new TV role
Mez Gerhard, long identified with radio’s Homer on The Aldrich Family, now stars in Young Mr. Bobbin. The comedian, who began as a child stooge for Benny and Cantor, is moving to television while keeping his stage persona and expanding business ventures.
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Colman duo eye stage and TV test after Italy trip
Ronald and Benita Colman plan to co write for The Halls of Ivy and consider appearing in its stage version. Don Quinn has prepared a stage script and a TV test version is being considered. Renfro Valley builds a replica old stored country shop with post office, kerosene lamps and period dress. Gene Autry prepares a Japan picture Cowboy in Tokyo with western appeal and merchandise on sale.
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Crossword Puzzle Across Illinois and Down Clues
Readable clues list across and down entries covering Illinois locations and general terms. Includes numbers for each answer and references to various languages and mythic figures.
Grassroots President pushes Fair Deal agenda amid Dixiecrat opposition
Wright A. Patterson argues the President will press eight welfare bills to enact the Fair Deal, starting with an anti lynching measure aimed at shifting northern black votes. The piece cites party splits, Republican resistance, and hints at a broader political strategy affecting 1948 platform unity and potential statehood for Hawaii.
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Minnesota
Senate
Briton’s Utility Blade Proves Ancient Weapon
William Dodman found a sharp metal piece in a field about three years ago. He used it as a hedge and beet topping tool. Experts say the object is actually a middle bronze age sword, redefining its purpose from tool to artifact.
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Eng
William Dodman
Church Groups Push Programs for Older Members
In St Louis Dr Beverley M Boyd says Protestant churches are expanding focus beyond youth to aging welfare at the International Gerontological Congress. He notes 350 to 375 Protestant homes for the aged, most under church control, and urges churches to do more than just build homes.
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United States
St. Louis
Beverley M. Boyd
National
Coagréi of Churches’ Social Welfare Department
Boyd
White walls turning yellow how to prevent
A good grade of paint should not yellow or discolor. Avoid laundry blue. If you want blue tinting add a small amount of blue paint to the white and have the dealer mix it in a mechanical mixer. Do not mix yourself. if you must, add tiny amounts of color in oil and stir thoroughly with each addition until the shade is right.
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