Day at an Induction Center for a Draftee
In Alexandria Virginia a group of 197 men faced an induction day as 73 would be rejected and 26 fail the mental test while 38 fail the physical test. The author among them, posing as a draftee, details the process from roll call to expected one o clock exit and explains the universal service act guiding draft boards.
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Washington
At & 41
Defense Department
Maj
Valentine Lentz
Alexandria
Potomac River
Blessings of tone art in a music rich world
A reflection on music as vital to modern life and its value in 1953 advancement. The piece urges appreciation for music’s role in stability and prosperity and notes music as a livelihood and shared joy for both children and adults. It invites readers to seek musical experiences whenever possible.
Family to Attempt Pan American Highway Trip in Truck
The Walter J. Lamonts and their two children plan an 18 month to two year journey across the Pan American Highway. They will rely on a 1.5 ton truck with a winch and Geiger counter to aid locals and endure diverse climates. The family will live with communities, barter for supplies, and educate their children as feasible along the route.
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New York
Walter J. Lamonts
South America
Dorita Lamont
Walter Lamont
Greenwich Village
Lamont
Russell
John
Critics Question Blaming Mothers For Child Troubles
Dr. Jane Loevinger of Washington University argues against mother blame in child development. She cites five points urging psychology to study parental dynamics as a distinct field and questions the focus on maternal rejection and infant rights without addressing the parent’s broader role.
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ST. Louis
Jane Loevinger
Washington University
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Loevinger
Parents reading on child rearing may burden overworked mothers
Psychologists warn that mothers who read books and articles on child rearing may become overwhelmed and anxious. Talk of maternal rejection could drive parents to fear their normal temporary moods of hostility toward children.
Seven Minnesotans to Be Cited for Safety Efforts
The Minnesota Safety Council will honor seven men at its annual meeting with a luncheon at the St Paul Hotel on January 6. Recipients include Harold C. Washburn of St Paul for industrial safety, Albert N. Wold of Minneapolis, C D Johnston of St Paul, Milton Rosen of St Paul, E P Lee of St Paul, Beryl McLaughlin of Duluth, and Arthur T. Evans of St Paul, for accident prevention and safety contributions. The meeting will also elect officers.
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Minnesota
Minnesota Safety Council
Arthur V. Rohweder
Duluth
St. Paul
Harold C. Washburn
American Hoist and Derrick Company
Albert N. Wold
Standard Iron & Wire Works, Inc
Minneapolis
C. D. Johnston
Minnesota Department of Highways
Milton Rosen
Minnesota Good Roads Association
E. P. Lee
Beryl McLaughlin
Duluth, Missabe and Iron Range Railway Company
Arthur T. Evans
Minnesota Industrial Commission
Curry spices brighten creamed peas for poultry dishes
If your family enjoys curry flavor, add a dash of spice to creamed peas. It pairs well with turkey or chicken and adds a warm, savory note to the side.
Predictions For 53 From Hal Boyle In Blondes And Ballads
Hal Boyle surveys 1953 with humorous forecasts from politics to pop culture. He envisions Korea evolving, new viruses, rising costs, fashion shifts, and a Notre Dame football improbably ending undefeated. He also foresees trends in food, work, and public mood shaping the year.
Rotary speakers reflect on war's impact from holiday furlough
Look back ten years to Capt Walter T Meseck on furlough and five Austin college students addressing the Rotary about wartime effects. Twenty five years ago customers at First National Bank toured a redecorated interior after remodeling.
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Walter T. Meseck
Austin
Rotary
First National Bank
Can Raise Only Half of School Fund Needs
Washington reports the U S Office of Education says 325000 new public school classrooms are needed by 1959 to reduce crowding. Funding through normal channels will total about 5.8 million while costs exceed 18 billion for 600000 classrooms by 1960.
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Washington
U. S. Office of Education
Wallet Returned After Three Years with Extra Two Dollars
Albany report says Chris Olesen recovered his wallet after three years. An unsigned note mailed with the wallet explained a misplaced find in work clothes and apologized for the delay. The $18 loss was replaced by a $20 bill, adding two dollars in interest.
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Albany, N. Y
Chris Olesen
Olesen
Notice to Pastors for Sunday Jan 4 Church Notices
Notice to pastors: church notices for Sunday January 4 must be in the office by noon Wednesday due to the New Year holiday.
Washington boosts unemployment fund to 8.4 billion
The Labor Department reported that high employment and more workers covered by state unemployment insurance laws increased funds for jobless benefits to a record 8.4 billion dollars in 1952.
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Washington
Labor Department
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