Red Cross Teaches Combat Swimming To U S Troops In Far East
Tokyo reports the American Red Cross has established aquatic schools across Japan, Guam, Okinawa and the Philippines teaching U S soldiers to swim under fire. Instructors number 222 with five more schools planned as military conditions allow. The program trains survival swimming, silent approaches, buoyancy use with field clothing, and improvised devices for battlefield mobility under combat conditions.
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Red Cross
U. S
Far East
Tokyo
Eles Ae
Gerald Coron
Canton
Cross Safety Services
Coron
Prisoner’s car Joins Jailfront Rally With Sign Protest
An owner’s car sits in front of the county jail with a sign declaring My owner is in the county for reckless driving. The scene reflects a daylong ration situation and a quiet public display of protest.
Unclear Noise from Woodpeckers Frightens Town Residents
Residents heard persistent tapping on metal roofs and wires resembling telephones but no voices answered. Complainants report repeated disturbances causing anxiety and worry about potential damage.
Medical Treatment Necessary For Acute Alcoholism
A railroad engineer named Jim Lovell could not quit drinking despite repeated advice. Diagnosed with acute alcoholism, he underwent Keeley Institute treatment in Greensboro to address the physical addiction first, then the moral resolve to abstain. The ad notes voluntary admission, medical care, therapy, and recreational activities offered, with contact for inquiries.
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Jim Lovell
Jim
Aioe
Keeley Institute
Greensboro
Keeley
Keeley Institute For Treatment
C. D. Cunningham
Mr. C. Cunningham
N. C
Chinese Reds Reveal Anti U S Hate Pattern
A Peiping published handbook describes mob trial tactics to incite mass hatred of the United States. It outlines staged accusations, prepared witnesses, and deliberate timing to evoke anti American sentiment during anti U S agitation.
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Hong Kong
Peiping
United States
U. S
Japan
Iron Curtain Youths Slip Past Police
Tens of thousands of Iron Curtain youths deserted the World Youth Peace Festival in East Berlin for free West Berlin visits. Shortages and housing limits force five day shifts. about 700 have sought asylum since last Sunday. Many are redirected home or indoctrinated against Communism amid unrest among foreign delegates. In Stoughton, Massachusetts, a woman identified her stolen car a month later despite a paint job and changed plates.
Oddball Clippings Mix in Paducah Mail Readout
A Paducah resident casts a blank vote while quirky clippings cover ballots and notices. The snippet cites a New York tube card slogan, a herb remedy belief, and a dictionary tip. It also notes Defense spending, a beet leaf remedy claim, a modern radio telescope, and the Philadelphia Phillies dress code rule for players on tour.
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Paducah
New York
Hudson River
California
Sively
Marshall's of Defense
How to Keep Cooler With Electric Fan
GE advises directing the fan away from occupants to create a circulating breeze. Placing the fan on a table or shelf with airflow around the room yields a gentle refreshment without chilling. At night aim the fan upward to rotate air for a comfortable sleep.
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Pittsfield
Mass
General Electric Co
Unalaska Petition Seeks Disincorporation After Boom
In Unalaska Alaska a petition to disincorporate gained 65 signatures from residents. backers say the city no longer functions as a first class municipality after a wartime boom. Walter Dyakanoff led the drive arguing population and needs have changed. The piece notes a separate Minnesota hospital worker strike ban.
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Anchorage
Alaska
Unalaska
Aleutian Island
Walter Dyakanoff
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Southern Railway
U.S
the Development Board
duPont
Massau
Bay Street
Aera
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Iron Curtain
Eagle Eye
Stoughton
John Cowgill
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Neal O'Hara
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Ape
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Ad Sur
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Minneapolis - Honeywell
Bob Carpenter
Philadelphia Phillies
Pocahontas, Ill
Georgia Mae Weiss
Georgia Regalia
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Britches
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Siegler
Uarantee
Chevrolet
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