World Happenings Mix of Historic, War and Trade Notes
Edward George Phillips died at 87 in Chatham England a Dickens friend. A schoolboy found 560 year old human bones near Eastbourne. In Duesseldorf 14000 residents sheltering from air raids. Calgary council set indigent relief at 35 dollars single 50 married. Joseph Bayet of Plato Sask sold 19 steers for 2786 dollars average 146.63. Paris sees 10000 enlist in Gaullist Rally offices opened. Sgt James Hill of New Bedford sues former fiancée over a parachute silk wedding gift. Canada butter exports 4509400 pounds in 1946. 5598300 in 1945. 4726700 in 1944.
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James Hill
New Bedford
Mass
Canada
MacKinnon
Farmer and Professor Share a Train Riddle Swap
A farmer and a professor ride a train and gamble on riddles to pass time. The farmer offers fifty cents for guessing a riddle while the professor offers a dollar for a correct guess. Neither can answer the animal riddle about three legs walking and two legs flying.
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O.K
Sugar Consumption Near Pre War Figure
Canada’s per capita sugar use nears pre war levels with officials citing a present rate between 80 and 85 pounds per person yearly. The rise follows a quarterly increase of seven to eight pounds and a 10 percent upshift in industrial quotas.
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Ottawa
Canada
Prices Board
Lonnie Lane cited for 700000 accident-free miles
The New York Sun notes Lonnie Lane, a bus driver honored in Atlanta for twenty years without an accident, explaining that accidents arise from inattentive driving and signals. It emphasizes that safe driving requires recognizing hazards before they occur and warns against curbside and dawn driving risks.
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Lonnie Lane
Atlanta
Lane
New York Sun
Garden Notes on Staking and Plant Grouping
Stakes support tall plants and tomatoes to prevent wind or rain damage. Use discreet stakes and soft ties, with perennials tied loosely. Group tall perennials at back and mix annuals for year round color, while thinning crowded seeds to prevent weak, spindly growth and reduce pest risk.
Crossword puzzle clues list with mixed entries
A fragmented crossword puzzle page lists horizontal and vertical clues with scattered words and numbers. Clues reference languages positions and items such as garments, animals, places, and sports terms, though many entries appear garbled or incomplete.
Quest for Cold Cure Sparks Global Research Interest
The article notes ongoing research into a cure for the common cold and the potential vast fortunes for breakthroughs. It remarks that colds are often treated as inevitable and connects immunity to broader health benefits, then abruptly shifts to a historical aside on Portugal’s union with Spain from 1580 to 1640.
Young Couple Build Own Auto In London Flat
In London 20 year old Ralph Albert and his wife carried their homemade car from a second floor apartment. The HYO 363 model is two feet ten inches wide and seats two. It uses a three horsepower motorcycle engine and achieves 75 miles per gallon. Albert aims to market the vehicle for about £60.
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London
Ralph Albert
Albert
Helpful Hints for Removing Spots and Stains from Clothing
Practical guide distinguishing washable from nonwashable fabrics and outlining stain removal methods for common substances. It covers grease, nail polish, fruits, blood, chewing gum, chocolate, ink, and perspiration with steps for both washable and nonwashable textiles.
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Edward George Phillips
Charles Dickens
Chatham
England
Cow Gap
Eastbourne
Duesseldorf
Calgary
Winnipeg
Joseph Bayet
Plato, Sask
Gen. de Gaulle
Rally of the
Paris
Guido
Chaldea
Engia
New Guinea
Tabor
Muon
Arias Golf Mound
S. E
Lake Incerne
Switz
Paradise
the Orient
Nigeria
BY William Ferguson
Jim Elson
Nexuve
U.S
Hugh Dalton
House of Commons
Portugal
Spain
Little Reggie
Margarita
Peggy
Murry
Chuck Thurston
Gabby
Les Carroll
By Fred Neher
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