New Atomic Bombs More Powerful Than Old Ones
The Atomic Energy Commission reported in its fifth semi annual report to Congress that the United States has new atomic bombs with greater explosive energy than earlier models. Tests at Eniwetok showed substantial gains, and production and improvements continue with expanded nuclear material supply. The commission warned of restricted data while signaling momentum in national atomic energy development.
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Frank Carey
Associated Press
Washington
United States
Atomic Energy Commission
Japan
Bikini
Congress
Eniwetok Atoll
David Lilienthal
Commission
United States Atomic Energy Program
VA to Close 13 Branch Offices in Reorganization
The Veterans Administration will eliminate 13 branch offices and have 71 regional offices and VA hospitals report directly to headquarters in Washington. Administrator Carl R. Gray Jr. said the move saves about $10 million annually and cuts about 2,500 positions, with many staff likely redeployed to regional offices. The plan follows a field study Gray has conducted since last May and aims to improve veteran service while reducing costs.
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Washington
Veterans Administration
Carl R. Gray, Jr
Gray
Wallpaper's early use and delayed popular rise
The text notes wallpaper appeared in the 16th century but did not gain widespread popularity for about a century more. It references a historical timeline without naming specific figures or events. The plan mentions wallpaper's late adoption and gradual diffusion into common use.
Safe Robbers Strike Selma Del Restaurant
In Selma Alabama burglars used nitroglycerin to blast a safe at the Selma Del restaurant, stealing about 500 dollars in bills with 122.50 in checks and 38 in silver left behind. Police link the heists to two recent Montgomery robberies.
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Selma
Ala
Alabama
Selma del
Ed Mullen
American Legion Club
Henry Isaacs
Man Who Shot Priest Caught In East Side Shootout
New York police captured Elmer Stanford after a 45 minute gun battle in a rooming house. The 40 year old, shot in chest and neck, is charged with felonious assault for wounding Rev. Vincent J. Campbell in a confessional at Church of St John The Martyr. Stanford’s room yielded a false mustache and queer items.
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New York
Elmer Stanford
Stanford
East 69Th Street
Bellevue Hospital
St.John the Martyr
Vincent J. Campbell
Early wallpapers derive from book linings in 16th century
The first wallpapers originated from book linings and likely featured domino or checkered patterns, reflecting early design preferences.
Passengers Of Airliner Saved After Collision Over Port Washington
A Pan American World Airways Constellation survived a midair collision with a small private Cessna, landing safely at Mitchel Field with all 33 aboard uninjured. The private plane was destroyed. both pilots died. The Monarch of the Skies had departed LaGuardia for London with 23 passengers and ten crew.
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New York
Long Island
Pan American World Airways
Port Washington
N. Y
George Knuth
Constellation
Mitchel Field
Monarch
la Guardia Field
London
Arthur Cutting
Portland
Conn
Eugene Kowalczyk
Middletown
Laceys Springs Home Demonstration Club Meets
The Laceys Springs Home Demonstration Club gathered Thursday at Laceys Springs school with 14 members. Miss Norton was absent. Mrs. Georgia L. Dunn led the program and devotional, with prayers by Dunn. Members discussed rug making and types, and displayed rug samples and wall plaques. Refreshments followed.
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Laceys Springs
Legend of the Wandering Jew Emerges in 1602 Leyden Pamphlet
A pamphlet printed in Leyden in 1602 first introduced the legend of the Wandering Jew. It marks the initial public origin of the tale and its spread in early modern Europe.
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Leyden
Paraguay Coup Shifts Leader
Asuncion reports Brig. Gen. Raimundo Rolon heads a provisional government after dissidents forced the resignation of President Natalicio Gonzales. The coup ends a five month tenure, with a national assembly to name a new president within two months. The ousted regime is accused of misuse of funds. Regional unrest and party faction fights are noted.
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Asuncion
Paraguay
J.natalicio Gonzales
Raimundo Rolon
Gonzales
Asuncion Radio
Gonzalez
Colorado Party
U.S
Washington
Tober
Augusto Salvidor
Revolution Leader Gonzalez Bans Opposition After Rising
Gonzalez who led a revolution last year outlawed all opposition groups. In early colonial commerce the first wallpaper used in America was imported, but by 1750 a Philadelphia manufacturer had established a solid wallpaper business.
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America
Philadelphia
Times Have Changed and the Nineties Cosmetics Comeback
A parsing of fashion history notes women of the Gays Ninety era fainting to revive freshness and perfume on foreheads. It recalls Richard Hudnut era cosmetics like headache cologne and scented tooth powder, contrasting with postwar spending as the toiletries industry nears peak sales again at seven hundred million dollars.
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Richard Hudnut
Mrs. America
Lobes
Beer License Debate Rages Over Dothan Parlor Location
A state liquor control board hearing reopened the fight over Joe's Place near Dothan, seeking to reinstate a suspended beer license. Neighbors warned of selling their home if sales continued, while a Leeds delegation pressed for a liquor store if residents vote for one. Local officials said an election would determine Leeds' store fate.
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Dothan
State Liquor Control Board
Joe Whaley
Joe
Joe's
Whaley
Leeds
Ala
Bill Dorrough
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