Bridport Nets Supply World Tennis Tournaments
Bridport's centuries-old net making industry gains fame as a Dorset firm wins an American order to supply tennis nets for Forest Hills in New York. The firm produces damp nets, lines, and cordage for global fleets, with Bridport’s rope and netting heritage dating back to King John’s era and a Royal Charter in the twelfth century. Nets reach North America, Iceland, Scandinavia, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, alongside sporting and agricultural netting.
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Bridport
Dorset
America
Forest
John
Ishour
Newfoundland
Atlantic
U.S.A
Canada
British Columbia
Iceland
Scandinavia
West End
South Africa
Australia
New Zealand
Can Russia Catch up With U.S. War Machine
New York AP reports on Russia’s industrial effort as it completes its fourth five year plan and prepares to begin a fifth. Russians are currently No 2 in the world in industrial output and face uncertainties about the scope of the upcoming plan.
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New York
A.P
United States
Morelli
Morellis
Michael
Econ
Fuanita
Impine
Juanita
Rita
Webber
Morell
Saul
Vik
Marelli
Taimir
Mts Tnukl
Saung
Saung Man In the Adjoining Block Evirymshaped. Ninh Explosive, " Mr Iiss
Aurion
Arey
Fm Wardime
Sean Domme
Ike
Aili
Marin
Charles E Wilson and a world of Carley Wilson
A fragmented account centers on Charles E Wilson, former vice president of General Electric, tracing his career and family ties. The piece recalls Wilson’s rise, personal residence in Scarsdale, and a notable incident involving a $180 pump bill, while noting his later executive salary and ties to Washington Pump and Machinery Corp. The narrative touches on public perception, industry links, and the broader impact of Wilson’s leadership across corporate America.
Cost of War Damage in Britain Totals Large Sums
A distorted report estimates Britain will spend hundreds of millions on war damage repairs and reconstruction over years. Figures mention church and commercial property losses, with scattered names and odd quotes.
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Britain
Pasmenia
Brita
Atom bomb secrets disclosed in a domestic scene
In a tense scene at a home, Morelli debates amateur musicians and the wider implications of atomic science. A violin lesson and family banter intertwine with hints about a mysterious explosion and a looming conflict, while the wider press coverage and wartime context shadow the gathering.
Deputies Fail to Break Deadlock at Ministers Conference
Four deputies concluded another session on East West tension without reaching any agenda agreement. A French delegation spokesman said progress was elusive, noting that talks were proceeding in circles.
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Faris
Mar
Red China’s Vast Military Plans Shifted by Korea Setback
Hong Kong based observers report that China is expanding long range military capacity despite Korea stalemate. They note large peacetime manpower pools, new military academies, and a push to train officers and technicians. Analysts question whether supply constraints will curb this expansion.
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RED China
Hong Kong
South
Fst
Asia
Genghis Khan
Eas
Chiges- Comunst
Oman
Militime
Iso
Korea
China
Strange stars seen from interplanetary ships report
Astronomers at an American Astronomical Society meeting discuss bizarre stellar objects and phenomena. Debates cover Bear Monocartia, a ring of fire two billion miles wide, Tyreball stars, and luminous planetary relations. Researchers McLaughlin Hynek Seyfert Hut ter Nelson describe dramatic, rainbow-like celestial displays.
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Maverford
Fennayivanis AP
American Astronomical Lociery
Dean B. McLaughlin
University of Michigan
Uranus
Earth
J Alten Hynek
Emerson Menuillin Observatory
University of Hia
Eesermbling & Rolth
Aviace
le Aween Ili Sihg
Aea
Kenny Baker Marries In Fated Yearned Union
A man named Kenny Baker seeks happiness in a steadfast marriage as he yearns for a future with his partner. The brief note hints at a ceremonial union and hopeful prospects ahead.
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Kenny Baker
Diplomatic War On Burma Deepens Frontier Tensions
Rangoon reports heightened Sino Burmese friction as Chinese influence spreads along the frontier. Burmese officials warn of a potential plan to arm and train frontier tribes, aiming to assert control and resist internal interference. Burma’s tribal policy shifts are debated in Rangoon as fears grow of Red China extending reach near Mandalay and the Irrawaddy.
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Bat
Cone
Te Chim
Burma
Irrawaddy
China
Hardy
Tirma
Ching
Kachina Shari
Kalena
Arcen
Young
Mandalay
Peat-Concrete Novses In Scotland Reported
In Glasgow Scotland the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research notes peat and concrete structures stand despite damp conditions. The report also mentions two new road building methods for low funds, with some successful cement and natural material use by midseason.
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Glasgow
Scotland
Department of Scientife and Industria Research
Garcesa
Fess
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