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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1946

Page

3

U S Buildings Said Vulnerable To A Bombs Blast

Washington report by the U S Strategic Bombing Survey warned American brick and wood frame structures would crumble like those in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It cited census data on exterior fireproofing and noted reinforced concrete and steel frames withstand better. The analysis warned higher casualty rates could come with more effective detonations and vertical city design.

Washington U.S Strategic Bombing Survey Hiro’shim Nagasaki Truman Franklin Dolier Hiroshima Japan U. S New York Chicago Detroit San Francisco Manhattan Brooklyn Bronx

Adequate shelters reduce radiation casualties and withstand blasts

The report states shelters can cut radiation deaths and, with compact building, withstand atomic explosions at four thousand feet or more. Earthquake resistant construction on the west coast is cited as an example. It also analyzes active defense against atomic attack and the limits of passive measures. The goal is to prevent the surprise use of the bomb from deciding a war.

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Guy Madison Rising Star From Bakersfield Saga

Hollywood interview with Guy Madison, veteran Navy sailor turned film actor, discussing rapid fame after being discovered in line for a radio show. He recalls Bakersfield roots, early career break, service in 1942, and co starring with Dorothy McGuire in Till the End of Time.

Dot McGuire Guy Madison Hollywood Guy Charigeter Madison Dorothy McGuire Jennifer Jones David Selznick Guys Salor Shirley Tempie Franchot Bakersfield Bob Mosely

Sea Story Ambition From A Curious Interview

A casual remark reveals a speaker’s desire to tell a sea story while praising Selznick as a commanding, courteous and influential figure in the industry. The speaker expresses confidence in following Selznick’s lead and in their own growing involvement in the business.

Selznick

Wrestling called most universal land primitive of all sports

A compact remark notes wrestling as the most universal land primitive among sports, highlighting its foundational role and broad cultural reach across nations and eras.

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