Woman and Babe In Journey From Chicago to Philadelphia
Mrs. Dorothy Bammann left Chicago with her infant Walter seeking work in Philadelphia. Exhausted and hungry she hitchhiked with help from sympathetic truck drivers and reached a precinct where police learned of their plight. Her husband had returned from the army in 1945 after the Philippines rescue and they had struggled to find housing and employment.
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Philadelphia
Chicago
Dorthy Bammann
East
Walter, R
Philippines
Bataan
Moon Influence and Human Traits Digest
Q and A on moon effects on plants and human animal ancestry. Zebra stripe colors questioned. Wisdom quote from George Eliot about preparing for happiness absence. Today’s horoscope notes birthday energy and emotional steadiness with Gemini moon at 11 27 a.m.
Hints on Etiquette for Christmas Gifts
If unsure what to give friends for Christmas choose something you would like yourself. This approach increases the chance the gift will please the recipient and reflect thoughtful consideration.
Sunday Horoscope and Daily Reflections
A Sunday horoscope encourages serious reading tastes, warns of a possible strange clause in a new money making proposal, and suggests walking home via a new route. It foresees a psychic experience and reads aloud to family from scriptures. One minute test answers follow with brief, simple responses.
Widow With Home Most Marriageable in Berlin War-Torn
AP News reports that in Berlin a widow with a home is seen as most marriageable amid a wartime male deficit. Registrars note women aged 16 to 23 have the best chances, while those 25 to 35 face tougher odds due to damaged male ranks.
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Berlin
Schoeneberg
Federal Czar Proposed For Veterans Affairs
Lt. Col. Winthrop Rockefeller urged a single federal czar to coordinate more than fifteen agencies including the Veterans Administration. He said a six month survey shows confusion and a need for a master plan to help veterans, with high unemployment and underemployment despite many reintegrating into the community.
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Washington
Veterans’ Affairs
Winthrop Rockefeller
Rockfeller
Omar N. Bradley
Veteran Administration
Veterans Administration
Berlin Christmas aid for children donations to CARE relief parcels
Preparations in Berlin involve American military and civilian personnel collecting money candy and gifts for German children. Boxes placed in mess halls post exchanges and clubs support CARE relief parcels toys and possibly shoes through the International Red Cross in Switzerland.
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Berlin
Interree Red Cross
Switzerand
Japanese Teachers Seek Higher Minimum Pay Nationwide
Elementary teachers across Japan campaign for a minimum monthly wage near $40, up from about $13. The drive targets better pay for public school educators and reflects broader concerns over teacher remuneration.
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Tokyo
Japan
Lead Roof at Chichester Cathedral Faces Urgent Recast
The 850 year old Chichester cathedral roof is failing as lead and silver layers deteriorate and beetle damage undermines the structure. Lord Leconfield seeks 120000 for repairs including recasting the 200 year old roof, stonework repairs, and enhanced ventilation to slow further decay.
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Chichester
Eng
Old Chichester
Lord Leconfield
Sussex
Knife fight mixup shocks Cambridge police
Cambridge police rushed to Harvard and Norfolk streets after a frantic call about a man fighting with a knife. They found the conflict involved a man and his wife, not a weapon, prompting a swift response and investigation.
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Cambridge
Mass
Harvard
Norfolk
Purse Snatcher Strikes Woman in Kansas City
A thief snatched Mrs. Gertrude Wald’s purse in Kansas City. After grabbing the bag the robber paused to place her new glasses on the grass before fleeing, leaving the spectacles behind.
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Kansas City
Dec
Gertrude Wald
GOP Plans To Clean Up Government
Republican leaders promise a constructive program in the 80th Congress to repair 14 years of New Deal policies. Martin Mass says the party will rescue the country from spend drift and secret government. Committeemen urge timely action including labor reform to prevent work stoppages and a professional diplomatic service for foreign affairs.
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Washington
Congress
Rep
Martin
Mass
Aoe
House
GOP
National Committee
White House
Jouett Ross Todd
Kentucky
Dan Whetstone
Montana
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George Eliot
Germany
AP News
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Ill
Vv. G. Motwane
Bombay
India
United States
Motwane
Lls
MR. Growl
By Jimmy Harlo
Growley
Wilbur
Arnica
Wilburs
OL Bear
Frau
OL Buu
Sylvia
Kiddie Klub
Old MacDonald's
Little Red Riding Hood
Peter Rabbit
Jlarllee
Tasy
Mademoiselle
Justin McCarty
I. Wyner
Filaridlee
Lussy
Woolshire
Eviren
Chatham
Corday
Charles
Eles
Harllee
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