Japanese ship rescued by Brevard crew
The Brevard crew saved about 75 Japanese aboard the Enoshima Maru after a rapid boarding by lifeboats under Lt. J. L. Bradford. Skipper Capt. Emuzabure Kato estimated 500 to 700 could have been saved if the American ship had not intervened. Lt. Comdr. James A. Hennessy treated over 100 Japanese for bruises.
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J. L. Bradford
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Texas
W. W. Race
Emuzabure Kato
Nafoya
Pacfic
James A. Hennessy
Xooklineé
Mass
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Outside of your ride gleams by polishing with wax
A brief note explains how the exterior finish of a vehicle can be revived and protected by applying a wax coating. It describes how wax adds shine, shields against the elements, and extends paint life through routine buffing and maintenance steps.
Marshall to Have Voice in Revision of Chinese Army
CHUNGKING Jan 23 WP General Marshall, President Truman's special envoy, accepts adviser post to the military committee reorganizing the Chinese army. Wu says censorship in recovered areas would be lifted soon and Manchurian towns now have Chinese administration. no government forces yet in Darren or Port Arthur.
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Marshall
Truman
K. C. Wu
T Wu
Changchun
Mukden
Chinhsien
Szepingai
Sheriff Details in Eggers Case Hint Hidden Body Link
The sheriff reports blood stains in a white bungalow and a sold car linked to the Eggers disappearance. Eggers and his wife, married 18 years, argued over finances before she vanished. Eggers had not seen the body and misidentified his wife’s height in the missing person report.
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Eggers
Shay
Labor and industry updates amid national strikes and wage talks
The report notes limited progress on key labor disputes including steel and electrical workers. U.S. unemployment totals hover near 1.622 million as shipyards push a government wage proposal affecting 650 000 AFL and CIO workers, with steel seizure talks quietly stalled.
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White House
New York
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AFL
CIO Shipbuilding and
Congress debates FEPC as southern filibuster slows passage
The FEPC bill faces a stiff southern filibuster into a fifth day as Congress weighs the measure. A brief session was held yesterday and another is planned soon. Senators Russell and Tydings pushed the talks after Hoey’s earlier remarks, with Ellender claiming a reserve role and recalling a 1938 anti lynching filibuster as a potential playbook.
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FEPC
North Carolina
Russell
D-La
Tydings
D-Md
Hoey
Allen J. Ellender
Ellender
Goya portraits and a nude muse spark Madrid legend
The article recalls tales of a romance between portraits in the Prado, noting a nude Madrid scene and a clothed duplicate. It mentions Goya painting a full civic scene for King Charles Fourth in 1798 at the San Antonio de la Florida chapel, the discovery of portraits resembling certain figures, and Goya is later buried in the chapel’s cupola area.
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Foora
Madrid
Goya
Prado
San Antonio de la Florida
Charles Fourth
Bordeaux
High Point Man Praises Inner-Aid For Gas Relief
A High Point man reports relief from postmeal bloating gas and lax bowels after using Inner-Aid a herbal remedy. He says he now eats freely without discomfort and considers himself a new man as the product cleanses bowels and reduces stomach gas. Sold by local drug stores.
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Inner-Aid
High Point
Hollywood Fog Sets Stage For Somewhere in the Night Dock Scene
Hollywood writer observes film set on location as Nancy Guild and John Hodiak search a dock for a hidden two million dollar suitcase. Director Joe Mankiewicz calls for pace while memories of Al Jolson and Evelyn Keyes at Jolson Story set surface.
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King Features Syndicate
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Nancy Guild
John Hodiak
Hodiak
Joe Mankiewicz
John
Nancy
Mankiewicz
Edna May Oliver
Columbia University
Joe
Jolson
al Jolson
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Ruby Keeler
Larry Parks
Old Mason Opera House
Los Angeles
Kim
New York
Brie
Columbia
Readjustment Allowance for WWII Vets Explored
A sample of GI bill readjustment payments shows about 338,000 World War II veterans drawing roughly eight million dollars in a week. Officials say many veterans are shopping for suitable jobs and turnover is high as most move on in a reasonable time. A reader asks if disability discharge with 87 days service makes one eligible. eligibility requires a non dishonorable discharge and at least 90 days service, with exceptions for in line of duty disability.
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Philadelphia
Army
Readjustment allowance duration for unemployed veterans explained
Question from Washington asks how long the $20 weekly readjustment allowance lasts. The maximum is 52 weeks, with eight weeks available for each of the first three months of armed forces service, totaling 24 weeks, plus the remaining weeks to reach 52.
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Washington
Readjustment allowance eligibility after war end
Veterans may apply for the readjustment allowance up to two years after discharge or two years after the official war end, whichever is later. No allowance is payable for any week beyond five years after the official end of the war.
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R. E
New Orleans
Readjustment allowance eligibility with pension
A reader asks if a 40 percent disability pension affects readjustment eligibility. The answer: not if the discharge is suitable and you can take a suitable job. you remain eligible for the readjustment allowance as if you were not drawing a pension.
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Syracuse
Francois Finlay Credited with First Gold Discovery in Montana
Francois Finlay is credited with the first discovery of gold in Montana sparking early mining interest. The claim anchors historical notes on Montana’s gold rush era and the origins of regional mining activity.
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Francois Finlay
Montana
Cotton Futures Rally Hits New Peak Amid Margin Rise
Cotton futures priced at 25.02 cents a pound mark the highest since May 1928 as the New York Cotton Exchange doubles margin requirements from five to ten dollars per bale. President William H. Kear announced the change to take effect tomorrow with each one cent rise above 25 cents adding five dollars to margins.
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New York
New York Cotton Exchange
Board of Governors
William H. Kear
New Orleans
Chicago markets report dairy and egg receipts and prices
Chicago January 23 market update shows butter firm at receipts 183,666 eggs weak with receipts 14,045 U S extras 35 to 37 cents spares 1 and 2 35 plus 34 to 34 50 U S standards 32 to 33 cents current receipts 32 to 32 1 2 percent dirties 30 percent checks 30 percent.
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Chicago
U. S
Hogs and cattle markets steady amid threat of railway strike
Chicago reports show salable hogs 14 000 to 17 500 with hogs at ceilings 14.85 for barrows and gifts and 14.10 for sows as buyers press on despite strike threats. Cattle and calves total 8 500 and 500 with general markets steady to 25 cents lower. steers mostly 15.50 18.00 and best heifers around 17.23 while cows and bulls sell weaker.
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Chicago
USDA
Teir
Fairless Steel Strike Deepens as Nation Feels Impact
An Associated Press survey shows 58,500 steel workers employed in 29 states with 750,000 idle overall. Many at Weirton and Steubenville plants are union-affiliated. strikes affect rail lines, milk deliveries, and car production in Memphis and Green Bay. Murray says $349 million in rebates and carryover profits aid the industry amid prewar-earnings comparisons and prestrike negotiations.
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Weirton
Wa. Va
Steubenville
Bethlehem Steel Company
Allied Industries
New York
USW
American Can Company
San Diego
Calif
Illinois Central Railroad
Memphis
Tenn
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Wis
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Murray
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Cjio-Usw
Congress
Washington
Treasury
Stone Engravings and Early Book Printing Practices
As early as the ninth century books were engraved in stone ink was spread upon these forms and rough prints taken by hand from them.
Britain seeks amicable settlement with Dutch Indonesians
United States dispatch reports Prime Minister Attlee telling Parliament Britain aims for an amicable settlement with Dutch and Indonesian sides. Observers say Britain's push to keep troops in Greece and Indonesia gains support from Greek premier Sophoulis and Indonesian premier Sjahrir. Sophoulis notes British forces operate in Greece with Greek consent. Sjahrir says Java troops should stay until Japanese disarmament ends.
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Attlee
House of Ons
Oaewe
Britain
Greece
Indonesia
Themistokles Sophoulis
Athens
Sutan Sjahrir
Java
Chilly Speeches at McDonough Dinner Short on Oratory
In St Paul on January 23 mayor John J McDonough hosted a dinner for politicians amid the municipal election campaign. Speakers kept remarks brief as the chilly reception cooled any grand orations.
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ST. Paul, Minn
John J. McDonough
McDonough
Wage Patterns Across Industries During the War
The report shows printers earning 97.3 cents per hour and pulp and paper mill workers 93.8 cents, with publishing leading hourly wages and wholesalers top in weekly earnings among nonmanufacturers. Women’s employment declined as many returned to home duties while bad weather increased absenteeism. tobacco stemmeries closed through December.
In Early History Ink Colors and Volcanic Pauses
Fragment describes early ink color use for initials and notes long inactive periods in volcanic mountain history.
Ice cake challenge tests endurance by hand fifteen minutes
A speaker described the length of time he could hold a 25 pound cake of ice in his bare hands, illustrating a test of endurance and pain tolerance.
How to Get Acquainted With a Schoolgirl
Advice column suggesting a gradual approach to a shy young man in love with a schoolmate. Start with friendly greetings, seek an introduction, then converse casually. Propose group plans first and later invite her to movies or events to ease shyness, with a casual compliment shared through mutual friends.
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Elinor Williams
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