Tube traveling wave tube promises vast signal boost
A two day Institute of Radio Engineers session described the traveling wave tube as a powerful amplifier capable of handling four million voices simultaneously. It could extend long distance TV and telephone signals, boost radar range, and reduce transmitter size and cooling needs, with military uses including potential jamming of enemy missiles.
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Joseph L.myler
Washington
Electon
Institute of Radio“Engineers
George
Sylvania Electric Products, Inc
ACM
Serang, Electronics’ Engineers
Mountain’ View
Calif
Serang
Rudolf Kompiner
England
John R. Pierce
Waco Woman Claims 20-Pound Loss with Barcentrate
Lucy Aruba of 325 N 2nd St Waco Texas writes that Barcentrate helped her lose 20 pounds and another note says someone lost 40 pounds. The ad urges readers to obtain Barcentrate from a Texas druggist and to save the directions and return empty bottles if results aren’t shown.
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Lucy Aruba
2Nd St
Waco
Texas
Washington DC School Integration Progress Not Perfect
Washington officials say integration in the nation’s capital has progressed since the Supreme Court desegregation order, with fewer disturbances and smooth operation. The DC Board of Education notes continued overcrowding in mixed neighborhoods, new schools being built, and rising Negro enrollment while white students migrate to suburbs. Interracial events and activities are increasing, including mixed proms and sports.
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Patricia Wiggins
Washington
Supreme Court
Eisenhower
District of Columbia
Board of Education
Supreme
Addittons O
Egro
Michunliy
Sousa High School
Ore
56 Chevrolet Breaks Pikes Peak Record Before Sale
A secret NASCAR certified test saw the 56 Chevrolet smash the Pikes Peak record speed and top the field. The rugged ascent tests performance road handling and safety, promising a safer, more pleasant drive. The car is highly anticipated and expected soon.
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Pikes Peak
Utah Polygamy Crackdown Targets Dissident Sect
Utah authorities expanded efforts against polygamy, searching for two men who fled after leaving seven wives and 31 children behind. Louis A Kelsch, 49, held five wives and 31 children on a Salt Lake County farm as part of the wider anti-polygamy push led by County Attorney Frank Moss. Public notice of two other men remained undisclosed. The 1955 Utah legislature also quietly allocated $20,000 to Attorney General B. BR Callister Jr. for law enforcement.
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Murray Moler
Salt Lake City
Utah
Louis A.kelsch
Tiason
Salt Lake County
Frank Moss
Moss
B. BR. Callister Jr
South Unwise Jump Bid in Slam Attempt
In a South dealer bridge hand with both sides vulnerable, South overreaches with a jump raise in spades, leading to a shaky six diamond contract. Clever play and a pair of well-timed finesses by South ultimately yield the contract, despite a dubious bid.
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South
South West North East
North
West
East
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