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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1950

Page

7

Atlantic Allies study new defense plan for Germany

London reports Allied chiefs and deputy foreign ministers reviewing a plan to rearm West Germany with brigade sized units totaling up to one fifth of Western Europe's defense. Details to be presented at Brussels talks. German officials, including Konrad Adenauer, oppose rearmament and seek a formal security treaty with the United States Britain and France.

London Western Europe Brussels Konrad Adenauer Germany United States Britain France Atlantic

Ground expected to be broken soon for new plant in Selma

Worcester Massachusetts report says Independent Lock Co plans a million dollar branch manufacturing plant in Selma Alabama. Burton E. McCuen says ground will be broken shortly and the plant aims to be in operation next summer. Company employs nearly 900 people.

Selma Worcester Mas The Independent Lock Co Fitchburg Ala Burton E. McCuen

Arrid Deodorant Promises Full Odor and Sweat Control

Advertises Arrid deodorant as a complete solution to underarm sweat and odor for women. Claims underarm perspiration is stopped, odor is prevented for up to 48 hours, and Arrid keeps you fresh. Mentions Arrid with Creamogen and a 39 cent price.

Soviet UN Staff Leaves Morgan Mansion at Glen Cove

Soviet United Nations staff move from the 50 room Glen Cove home once owned by J. P. Morgan. Furnishings are seen packed for transport to a Russian estate near Andrei Vishinsky's lodging. The rent remains paid through the UN assembly recess.

Soviet UN Glen Cove, N.Y Glen Cove N. Y Soviet Union United Nations J. P. Morgan Russia George D. Pratt Andrei Y. Vishinsky Morgan House Jacob J. Kramer Morgan Estates Inc U. N. General Assembly

Dove Season Opens December Seventeenth With Conservation Rules

The dove hunting season runs December 17 to January 15 with noon to sunset shooting times. Daily bag limit is ten birds and birds may not be in possession above ten. Bait shooting and shells more than three in a gun are prohibited. A Southwide study bands thousands of doves to learn more after a summer die-off.

Tone Wins Custody Dispute Over Barbara Payton

Franchot Tone won a child custody case against his ex wife Jean Wallace in Santa Monica Superior Court. The judge granted Tone custody of their two sons Paschal and Thomas, noting no finding of unfitness against Wallace. Testimony included admissions of nudity involving Tone and Wallace and observers describing Wallace in suggestive situations.

Santa Monica Calif Franchot Tone Barbara Payton Tone Jean Wallace Paschal Thomas Orlando H. Rhodes Miss Wallace S. S. Hahn Miss Payton Hahn Leonid Mostovey Corky Eve

A and P Announces Holiday Bonus Distribution

The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company will distribute 2.5 million dollars in holiday bonuses to all employees with six months service on December 16. John A. Hartford, chairman, announced the plan after last year’s 2.25 million bonus. The Port of New York operates 550 miles of developed waterfront and employs 250,000 in trade.

Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company John A. Hartford New York

Labrador Retriever Origins Tied to British Trade Routes

The Labrador retriever, not native to Labrador, was brought to Newfoundland by early British traders, shaping its historic presence in the region.

Labrador Newfoundland

Ancient Alaska climate hinted by animal movement and hunting data

Researchers note ancient Alaska was warmer, deducing from hunter reports on dove bands. Hunters were asked to return bands and details of when and where killed to the Fish and Wildlife Service in Washington DC or via Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge staff or state game wardens.

Alaska Fish and Wildlife Service Washington D. C Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge

Dororthy Dix on Mothers and Daughters Strife

Dorothy Dix notes that many mothers favor sons over daughters and clash with their daughters over youth looks and independence. She observes both affection and tension in mother daughter dynamics and acknowledges variations among families.

Miss DIX Dorothy DIX Jenny

Fathers-in-law as home wreckers in advice column

Dear Dorothy Dix notes fathers-in-law rarely blamed for home disruption. The answer argues that widowed mothers outnumber widowed fathers, and fathers-in-law are tougher to cope with since they often remarry elsewhere. Escaping in law conflict by moving is impractical.

Dear Dorothy Dix letter on a father's care for a daughter

A husband writes about his wife’s death and his 11 year old daughter staying in a tubercular sanatorium where the child has apparently regained health and the father remains devoted to her care. He seeks guidance.

Dorothy DIX

Father asks if he should bring stepmother home

A loving father weighs leaving his daughter in an institution until she is 16 or bringing a second mother into the home. The answer notes the choice depends on the prospective wife and the suitability of the home, arguing that an institution is not ideal for a girl’s upbringing.

Santa Fe Mounts High Elevation Factoid

New Mexico's ancient capital Santa Fe sits above 7,000 feet in altitude, highlighting its high desert setting and historical hillside position.

New Mexico Santa Fe

Nomads Herd Yaks Across Tibet’s High Plateaus

Many Tibetans sustain themselves as nomads moving across vast plateaus with their herds. Yak herding remains a traditional livelihood.

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