Harnessing the Sun Proposed Smithsonian Solar Project
Drew Pearson argues a $102,751 appropriation for solar radiation experiments should not be cut by Congress. The Smithsonian leads the effort to capture solar energy in the Southwest using mirrors, promising vast potential power. He warns Congress, though inexperienced, to back the project, noting tides and sun offer cheaper, abundant energy compared with atomic power.
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Drew Pearson
Congress
Pearson
Smithsonian Institution
Charles G. Abbott
Abbott
Smithsonian
Rita Hayworth and Aly Khan Divorce Rumors Surface
The piece notes Rita Hayworth may divorce Aly Khan who was then married to someone else. It cites a gossip writer saying Aly Khan’s view of women as his property reflects a Moslem attitude, and suggests he paid enough for Hayworth.
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Rita Hayworth
Prince Aly Khan
Hollywood
Aly
Aly Khan
al Woods
Bob
George H. Cohan
Your Own Playground Learn about North Carolina vacations
Editorial urges North Carolinians to explore the state's playgrounds by vacationing within the state. It notes limited lodging near southern beaches due to Marines relocations, but highlights northern beaches, coastal towns, and mountains as affordable options. Readers are asked to contact Charles Parker for information.
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North Carolina
N. C
Camp Lejeune
Cherry Point
Charles Parker
Department of Conservation and Development
Raleigh
Reserve Manpower and Production as Defense Cornerstone
The article argues that the United States must build reserves of military manpower and munitions capacity to deter the Soviet Union. It compares defense readiness to a boxer sharpening for a fight, stressing universal military training and a robust defense production program as essential, yet notes these plans depend on public and congressional awareness and action.
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U. S
America
Korea
Soviet Union
Kremlin
United States
Congress
Ex-Reporter Blair Moody Becomes Senator and Reporter Again
A newspaper man Blair Moody is chosen to fill Michigan's Senate seat succeeding Arthur Vanderberg. The piece explores Moody's transition from press to politics and the odds of him returning to journalism, noting Senate access and potential conflicts of interest with leaks and privileges. It also touches on Hollywood figures examined by the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
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Blair Moody
Michigan
Arthur H. Vanderberg
Moody
Senator Moody
Senate
United Oe
Sacrum Emetiadine
John Gastele
Hollywood
House Committee On Un-American Activities
Garfield
Eric Teleston
Ld Jackson
California
Johnston
Frank Tavenner
Victor Hugo
Voltaire Vinchell
Speare
Petruchio
Therina
Gramercy Ghost
Valentine
Winston
Sarah Churchill
Aisleman Chapman
Philly
Guys & Dolls
Britain
Bevan
U. S
Wm. N. Oatis
N. Y. Times
Moscowards
Braun
Anes
McCloy
Power-drunk Kremlin despots fear truth and freedom
Presidential assistant John R. Steelman remarks that Kremlin leaders refuse to admit truth and deny their people freedom to live and think independently. The quote emphasizes authoritarian fear of liberty and personal autonomy.
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Kremlin
John R. Steelman
Brotherhood and Freedom Theme in Firestone Address
A February speech by Harvey S. Firestone Jr. urges universal brotherhood as core to freedom. He cites America as a refuge for liberty and warns that deeds, not words, sustain peace and security worldwide. The message echoes the Freeman's Manifesto stressing vigilance, individualism, free enterprise, and democratic criticism.
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Harvey S. Firestone, Jr
Penn
You
Firestone
America
Korea
Freeman
Russia
Robert Montgomery
New York
Review of Broadway and cinema notes and industry chatter
A collage of theater and film commentary notes Ben Hogan and golf films, Arthur imitators, the return of Jesse James and Train to Tombstone, TV talent tips, and industry satire. It mentions Martha Truman and Jimmy Stewart, Elmer Davis, Abe Look, and others while surveying press coverage, ratings, and awards with sharp, period voice.
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Ben Hogan
Ava Gardner
Tombstone
Jesse James
Jesse Jess
Leo Fuld
Herb Idon
ABC
Margaret Truman
Jimmy Stewart
Elmer Davis
Billy Eckstine
Art Ford
MacArthur
Billboard
Variety
Americ Research Bureau
J. Benny
Groucho
Radio Theatre
No Man All Powerful in U S Government Discussed
Judge Bennett Champ Clark criticizes presidential overreach and press calls, emphasizing the Constitution’s three-branch balance. He notes the President’s limited authority, the lifetime judge appointments, and the two term tradition, warning against censorship and executive domination.
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Bennett Champ Clark
United States
Clark
George Washington
George III
England
Washington
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Milit
Department of Lcens
Omar Bradley
Eisenhower
MacArthur
General Gway
Department
House of Representatives
Su Court
Senate
Ours
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