Corncob pipes cheer MacArthur in wartime reminiscence
A correspondent recalls MacArthur’s fondness for Missouri corncob pipes and reveals a fresh supply sent to the general. The piece notes a past interview wish and recounts a 1945 Manila drive memory while the writer seeks another signoff line from the commander.
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Big Shot Hot Rod Drivers Business Leaders Love Fast Cars
Three Birmingham executives among city speed enthusiasts are members of the Sports Car Club of America. Prentige Knapp of Knapp Motors Allen Johnson of Global Coca Cola and Jim Harbour a Spies Clinic technician build and race custom hot rods, aiming to push automotive limits with bold designs and powerful V-8 engines.
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Allen Johnson
Coca-Cola Company
Jim ‘Harbour
Spies Clinic
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Lions Stage Their Own Talent Show
Lions Chub members showcase hidden talents at a club meeting. Speaker Sparky Bond urged full effort, noting the program was trimmed from ten cards to five. President Altman appointed Watkins and Roth to liaison with the Air Pollution Committee. a letter of appreciation for the Lions donation to Santa Anita Memorial Hospital was read.
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Baylor Faces Dormitory Shortage Hurting Women Students
Dr White stated dormitory space for both sexes has been fully reserved for months, blocking housing for over 200 women. Applications continue to arrive daily as the lack of dormitories constrains the campus housing plan at Baylor.
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Hula Girls Hurt Hawaii Expert Says
Honolulu report cites a public relations expert claiming Hawaii’s state image is damaged by sensational depictions of hula and Waikiki. The analyst argues mainland opinion treats Hawaii as entertainment, harming broader perceptions and potential progress for state interests.
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Shoulder-button dress pattern and Baytown Sun offer
A Baytown Sun pattern advertisement promotes a shoulder-button dress pattern with patch pockets in sizes 12 to 40 and 37 1/2 yards, plus 25 cents for pattern requests. It invites orders to Pattern Bureau New York and touts fashion patterns from Just Off the Press.
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Hangover Lodges Dy. Official Seeks Ruling on Bar
A district official pushes for a decision regarding Hangover Lodges bar rules. The action centers on licensing and potential compliance steps, with involvement from local authorities and community stakeholders.
Extra Brain Helps Fast Jets Fly in Bad Weather
The zero reader from Sperry Gyroscope Co assists pilots on F 86D F 89 Scorpion and F 94 jets by coordinating instruments to aid takeoff and landing in poor visibility. It enables precise instrument flying including navigation and radar interception, improving support to ground forces in war.
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Houston Sets Record on Water Consumption
Houston utilities director Frank Baldwin said the city used more water from the municipal system on Friday than ever before in a single day.
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