Hidden fortunes of Japan's zaibatsu after war losses
The article lists 45 families owning vast deposits and assets in 1940s Japan, noting sums in yen and pounds. It details four major houses Asano Okura Nakajima Furukawa and Aikawa as penniless, while Mitsui Iwasaki Yasuda retain massive holdings, with assets misaligned to actual value. It mentions confiscation under occupation and limited proceeds returning to holders, plus priceless national treasures and curio holdings.
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New York Harbor Roars With Marshall Plan Freight Push
Port of New York handles record cargo as Western Europe relief gains steam. Vast weekly throughput includes up to 660 ships at times, with Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth dockings drawing crowds. Ferry traffic and warships add to the river’s bustle while the harbor adapts to unprecedented volume.
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Less wear for French in summer 2.3
Article notes that 38 percent of men in France will wear shirtsleeves, 62 percent no hats, and among women 26 percent will wear stockings while 65 percent go hatless. Seventeen percent approve of hats for women by 71 percent of men, and 77 percent wear short sleeves overall. Variations occur by age and profession with merchants and farmers more conservative than clerks and town workers.
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France
French summer dress aims by age group in survey
A survey shows 80 percent of peasants would keep jackets on in heat while 70 percent of shopkeepers comply. Under 50 prefer lighter styles, with 51 percent of French men planning no tie and 14 percent wearing short sleeves. Among those in their sixties, 3 percent favor shorts.
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Wanted To Rent Lock-Up Shop For Dressmaker
Wanted to rent a lock-up shop suitable for a dressmaker in a country town. Replies in JM indicate interest. Address 214 Ninth Ave, Plewood.
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