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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1949
Page
6
A historical note explains the cowcatcher as an American railroad fixture, evolving from names like cowlifter and horselifter. Developed to rescue stray cattle from tracks, it first appeared around 1830 when engineers stopped trains to lift cattle from the grillwork, becoming a staple of rail travel.
Chief among kitchen tools are sharp knives. A paring knife can handle many tasks, outdoing gadgets. Focus on balance fit and three-part construction. Blade shapes vary, curved edges versatile. A good point helps with potato eyes. Stainless steel blades stay sharp. avoid plated blades as plating wears.
Dr Edgar Reynolds Smith, chief of the physical chemistry section at the National Bureau of Standards, received the 1949 Hillebrand Prize from the Washington Section of the American Chemical Society for original work in physical chemistry, notably electrochemistry and ebulliometry. The award cited his broad contributions rather than singling out a single achievement due to the overall excellence of his research.
In 1846 Alfred Du Pont produced one of America's first guncotton samples by treating cotton with nitric and sulphuric acids following a European formula. In 1869 John Wesley Hyatt developed celluloid by treating nitrocellulose with camphor, a forerunner of modern plastics.
A new radio service for Belgian Congo natives has begun in six local dialects led mainly by native announcers and technicians. It replaces traditional drum signals with modern sound, blending saxophones from London or New York venues as the distant throb of drums travels through the jungle.
The Namib desert runs about 850 miles along southwest Africa's Atlantic coast. It is a barren waste of rocky and sandy flats with dune fields near the shore reaching 90 feet in height. Occasional rains trigger green growth that attracts small game such as the springbok, the African gazelle.
Plymouth unveils a redesigned lineup with nine models including special deluxe and deluxe types on an 118 inch wheelbase and a brand new 115 inch base. Improvements include a longer wheelbase for ride stability, lower silhouette, increased head and leg room, detachable fenders, V type windshields with larger area and faster throttle response, plus a 7 to 1 compression ratio engine with improved piston rings.
Edward T. Miller reports from Washington as foreign delegates discuss the North Atlantic Security Pact while the 10th Cherry Blossom festival unfolds. Congress resumes with Truman’s Fair Deal agenda, extending rent control 15 months and sparking debate over a $4 billion tax hike. Senator Taft urges deeper cuts, while legislators warn of potential June rate increases if economies aren’t found.
A report contrasts Canada’s efficiency with domestic woes as labor bill rules stall. Congress debates the Administration Labor Management bill under a closed rule, while the oleomargarine battle pits Southern growers against dairy interests. The Granger Bill to ban yellow oleo color fails. a triangular labeling rule passes. A 5 billion European Recovery authorization advances toward Senate passage.
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