World grows smaller yet people grow taller says HAL BOYLE
The column argues that people are getting taller as the world shrinks and society becomes less accommodating to tall individuals. It notes social stigma, practical inconveniences, and wartime risks for tall men, with a brief nod to potential appeal from women who like the look of height.
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David
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Reed Plans 11 Percent Cut in Individual Taxes
Rep. Daniel A. Reed said the new Congress will see an 11 percent cut in individual income taxes and elimination of the excess profits tax on corporations. He also proposed a total tax reduction exceeding 1 percent and projected bipartisan support for the bill as a first step toward significant government cost cuts and budget balance.
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Washington
Congress
Daniel A. Reed
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Mosquitoes Too Fast For Spray Control
In Daytona Beach Florida Sam Minnich director of a mosquito control district says mosquitoes move too fast for spraying after health inspectors record 15 bites per minute before spraying the area. A new swarm arrives and bites rise by about half then decline as insects move off to feed.
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Sam Minnich
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Stevenson Faces Mountain of Party Winds as Leader
The piece notes Stevenson may struggle to unite Democrats in Congress and face Southern opposition, with Sen Maybank opposing his leadership. It contrasts past leaders like Dewey Taft and Truman, who maintained influence after defeats, as Truman plans a dinner with Cabinet members and wives where Stevenson may be handed the party torch.
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Roosevelt
Truman
Taft
Not His Right Line Boone Store Tornado Wipes Out
L. M. Womack says he chose the world's worst spot for a store. He built two shops on the same site which were destroyed by tornadoes, first in 1931 and again in 1950. He has given up retail and taken up chicken raising.
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L. M. Womack
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Jacoby on Tournament Bridge Plays for Ten Tricks
In a Metropolitan Tournament hand, South makes ten tricks by a correct sequence after East errs with the second diamond. The column explains how aiming for the tenth trick, not just the contract, can boost scores in tournament bridge. Oswald Jacoby promotes his Point Count booklet.
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Miami
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Cabe Prindle Williams College No 1 Fan
Cabe Prindle claims the title of Williams College's top sports fan. He has not missed a home football game in 45 years, exemplifying long standing devotion to the Williams program in Williamstown Massachusetts.
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Williamstown
Mass
Cabe Prindle
Williams College
Vocalist Horizontal 66 Abstract Titled 67 By Taek Kapey 1
Vocalist Doris sings radio and television songs. Matt Ber Free from contamination. The list covers words from fish eggs to extant birds and acalyx leaf. The clues span verbs, nouns, and adjectives across themes.
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Top Defense Officials Hearings On Military Spending
House expenditures subcommittee chaired by Bonner will quiz defense officials on the use of congressional orders against duplicative military supply systems. Hearings run from tomorrow through Friday to uncover what has been done about the orders amid rumors of disregard.
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Washington
House
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Truman Proclaims Human Rights Day Observance
President Truman issued a proclamation calling the nation to observe December 10 as United Nations Human Rights Day. He thanked citizens for liberty and noted freedoms in the American Bill of Rights echo those in the 1948 Universal Declaration adopted by the United Nations.
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Washington
Truman
United Nations
DiSalle urges GOP to decide on wage price controls
Michael V. DiSalle said the next administration should decide when to end wage price controls. A former price stabilizer, he spoke during a two week stint as a special consultant to the Truman administration. He backs keeping controls beyond April 30 and Congress hearings on extending them.
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Washington
Michael V. DiSalle
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Senate
Ohio
Truman
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Roger l L. Putnam
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Kidney Slow-Down Restless Nights Relief Recalled
When kidney function slows, backache dizziness and fatigue appear. Stress over-exertion or cold can trigger symptoms. Minor bladder irritation from cold or diet may cause night trips. Doan's Pills offer mild diuretic relief, claimed by millions over 50 years.
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Doan
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