Suez talk sparks internationalizing debate in 1950s era
Churchill urged token forces from the United States France and Turkey for the Suez area provoking dispute over whether the canal should be internationalized. Wilson warned of waterway control causing friction and proposed international guarantees for access. Controversy also swirls over hooligan terms and a mix of global tensions amid other tidbits about hooliganism etymology and a Michigan astronomer noting sun carbon monoxide.
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Churchill
Suez Canal
Congress
Washington
Cairo
United States
France
Turkey
Britain
Middle East
Suez Canal Zone
Woodrow Wilson
Dardanelles
Paris
Suez Canals
Panama
Deserted Village Inspiration From Scottish Town Scene
Oliver Goldsmith amid Have A Laugh By Boyce House recalls how a Scottish town’s main street sparked the idea for The Deserted Village. A Highlander drinks spurs banter as Ali and others mock or wager, while a drunken interrupter and a club member’s monologue provoke awkward moments in a crowded room.
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Oliver Goldsmith
Scotland
Sun Slants by Fred Hartman on Tony and Baytown chatter
Fred Hartman writes of Tony and Jack Echol, praising Bob Lencer, Baytown civic figures, and mayoral perks. He notes Mai Frank calling his barber, reflects on personal status, and lauds Arose Sumner as Baytown Fair chairman while recalling past fair leaders Mose and Kannarr.
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Mai Frank
Baytown
Monurris
Bunker
Jack Echal
P.S
Sumner
Wilhucn
J.C. Kannarr
Mr. Mose
Cherry Pie Symbol in Connecticut Editorial
An Ansonia Sentinel editorial argues cherry pie signals female fitness for marriage and may calm international tensions. It claims attractive women rely on home baked cherry pie, while real harmony arises from a simple pie rather than cosmetics or jewelry.
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Ansonia
Connecticut
Ansonia Senel
Heriff
Producers seek law to guard Roquefort Camembert claims
The piece notes producers pushing a law to protect their cheese products. It hints at imitations and possible legal action. Norway experiences a snow shortage amid a whimsical tone about luck and media headlines. Hollywood Haas reports a minor earthquake headline with exaggerated reactions.
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France
Roquefert
Camember
Republicans smear Ike in early attacks cites smear sheet
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports Republicans circulating a smear sheet aimed at Dwight Eisenhower. Quotes allege pro Soviet bias, links to Stalin and Soviet honors, cites university subsidies, and notes Rita Hayworth’s controversial trip drawing regional Muslim scrutiny in Argentina.
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Jean
Dwight Eisen
Maine
California
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Hisenhower
Corvet
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Com
Poland
Mbia University
Owen Mber
United
Europe
Reviewing Stand Satirizes Watchpocketitis in Paris
In a humorous Paris column, Henry McLemore jokes about watchpocketitis the ailment of keeping money in the watch pocket. He recalls early trips from Savannah to Statesboro, money strapped in pockets, and the risks of pickpockets. The piece ends with plans to shop at the lice market for household items and a 15th century cleaning query.
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Henry McLemore
Paris
Savannah
Statesboro
United States
Europe
Remembrance of Chico Marx and political chatter in 1950s
The column weaves gossip and social notes from show business and politics. Chico Marx writes the American Playing Card Company seeking factory samples. Governor Earl Warren campaigns in Boston Cleveland Detroit and primaries. Judge Sylvester Ryan reflects on aging judges, and Bogart's acting quirks, plus press-source privilege debates.
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Chico Marx
Chico
Chien
Mr. Marx
Motorist Protest Over Jacinto City Speed Trap
A Baytown reader complains of a 25 dollar speeding fine in Jacinto City Traffic Court led by Judge Frank B. Gray and Officer Curry. The letter claims denial of credit for a prior clean record, accuses techniques to trap speeders, and urges others to voice opposition to what they call an unfair practice. The writer warns against funding city projects and suggests bypassing the area.
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Jacinto City
U.S.A
Curry
Frank B. Gray
Soviet
Russia
Garth Road Residents Petition About Road Dumping
Residents of Garth Road protest wholesale dumping on their street condemning debris, dead cats, and debris in the road. They urge city officials to clarify disposal rules and tidy procedures and ask for action to prevent further dumping by outsiders.
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Tye
Garth Road
Garth Re
Quotations From Great Near Great I Governor Kerr Scott
A garbled quotation heavy fragment references Governor Kerr Scott of North Carolina and a discussion of aid and a generic Eisenhower figure. The readable text hints at political commentary and a request to understand what is being found or said, but specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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Eisenhower
Kerr Scott
Norin Caroling
Grab Bag Of Easy Knowledge And Quick Facts
A rough Central Press feature blends trivia and quick prompts. Questions ask about biblical widow and cake, Trailand former name, Graf Zeppelin, Teapot Dome scandal, and a Shakespearean line. It also lists birthdays, future prospects, and a quiz on notable writers and Afghan leadership with fragmented clues.
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Central Press
Stop Me News Notes From A Turbulent Parliament
An English Tory proposes nationalizing crime, a music dealer asks about Cole Porter, and a radio moderator cites romance as a distraction. A New York tourist laments contract culture while an Com informs. a press phoned to reveal, a Jewish gentleman opens a new venture in Brooklyn amid a sea of dishes and faces.
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Beles
Cole Porter
Tayna
New York
Hint
Scotland
Brooklyn
Lox Lemar
Takes Oath As 36th Governor Before Big Crowd
Five years ago today The Daily Sun reported a large crowd witnessing the oath of the 36th governor. A court case involving Johnny Rice led to a two year prison sentence for stealing $2 from Carl Dittman. Goose Creek Rebekah lodge officials were named in a local fraternal installation. Vernon Dale birth announced by Mr and Mrs Lawher Kesstt. The city began street water and sewer improvements as Thad Felton started a series ads in the paper.
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Seri
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Carl Dittman
Caite
Rowena Tapp
Ise
Noble ‘Grand
Ac Williams
Noble Gran
Goose Creek
Rebekah Lode
Lawher Kesstt
Vernon Dale
Jesset
Pelly
Thad Felton
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