Godfatherhood counted as official role in modern life
HAL BOYLE reflects on the lighter prestige of being a godfather versus a father. In a humorous, effusive tone he recalls recent vows during a christening, the ceremony, and the solemn duties implied, contrasting casual fatherhood with deliberate godparent responsibilities. He ties the piece to community housing life and a Nobel Peace Prize note.
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States Make Money On Vacation Retreats
The American Society of Travel Officials reports state tourism revenue from vacations totals billions, with New York and Florida clarifying large gains from tourism. Florida's 4.5 million visitors last year spent far more than state promotions suggested, while New England states earned millions. The report notes substantial regional spending and tourism-related employment.
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Free Funk & Wagnalls set offer lures readers to claim Volume I
An offer invites readers to receive a free Volume I of the Funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia with automatic subsequent shipments and optional Deluxe or Library Editions. Prices for each volume and future volumes are outlined, with a deadline of October 22 and limited supply of 300 copies.
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Unemployed Claims Drop In September
September unemployment insurance payments fell 12 percent from August with the lowest new claims of 1949. Industrial relations director Fivewnow Canntey reported bright shifts as many textile workers returned to work. Despite steel industry slowdowns, other sectors showed gains and first part of October saw a claims rise.
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