Englishmen Sit For Hours Without Uttering A Word
In Bombay the Doyle society reports on observing British guests in New Delhi, testing how long it takes to spark conversation across cultural reserve. A hotel dining room hosts 25 guests with two young women nearby, yet no one spoke despite friendly overtures. The observer notes deep British reserve and eventual failed attempts to initiate dialogue.
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Bombay
Doyle Society For the Promotion International Relations
New Delhi
India
Eee
Connaught Circus
Tolstoi
Not Forgotten Aims To Bridge Silent Imperial Speech
A narrator recounts months in a foreign hall of camaraderie where nods and smiles replace language. Attempts to speak spark awkwardness as Americans expect speech first. A friendly RAF officer finally breaks the ice with hello and cheerio, ending a week of fruitless pantomime and hinting at longer effort to force conversation.
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Gid
RAF
Raleigh Artist To Participate In Biennial Paintings
Virginia museum of fine arts director Thomas C. Colt Jr. announces the fifth biennial of contemporary American paintings opening March 30 in Richmond. Selected works include Arthur Deshaies of Raleigh, N C, among other artists chosen by a jury of art authorities.
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Richmond
Thomas C. Colt, Jr
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Arthur Deshaies
Raleigh
N. C
Farmers Losing Money On Eggs In North Carolina
North Carolina farmers sell eggs to hucksters at two to seven cents below the 27 cent per dozen floor price, causing thousands of dollars in weekly losses. Marketing expert H L Meacham notes strong demand across marketing centers. Major Samuel Nicholas was the first commandant of the U S Marines.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
H. L. Meacham
State College Extension Service
Meacham
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