National Bee contestants face rough rounds in spelling
John W. M. Rohrer, 12, of Lititz Pennsylvania, fails on corralled as 73 contestants begin the National Spelling Bee. The event features rounds with challenging terms while 49 girls and 24 boys advance to round three amid a field of prize money totaling 5850.
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John W. M. Rohrer
Lititz
John
Sharon Lavaut
Albuquerque
N.M
Oracle
Franklin Koontz
Cincinnati
Ohio
Patricia Fitzsimmons
Eddystone
Connie Cobb
Poca
W.va
Bencie Woll
Rolte Rae
Secede
Linda Hartley
Bradford, Ill
Investment Club Advice for Housewives
Fifteen housewives form an investment club with ten dollars monthly. The adviser says avoid price limits, invest monthly, and maintain a regular purchase schedule. Aim for capital growth rather than strict timing and resist delaying to preserve group harmony.
Investment Counselors and Stock Valuation Advice
The column advises on stock growth versus income, warns against overreliance on high dividends, and explains cyclical stocks driven by seasonal or industrial demand. Readers are invited to mail questions. a list of suggested investments can be provided with a stamped self addressed envelope.
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Mr. Shulsky
Oscar Hickenlooper, Father of Sen. Bourke Hickenlooper, Dies
Oscar Hickenlooper aged 91, a retired farmer and father of U.S. Senator Bourke B. Hickenlooper, died Tuesday in Boone Iowa. He was born in Taylor County Iowa.
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Boone, Iowa
Oscar Hickenlooper
U.S
Bourke B. Hickenlooper
Iowa
Taylor County
Riot Breaks Up Holiday Picnicking in Griffith Park
In Los Angeles a holiday crowd attacked police during a Griffith Park riot after officers attempted to arrest two youths for horseplay on the merry-go-round. About 200 people confronted 75 officers. gunfire dispersed the mob and five officers plus two civilians were injured.
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Los Angeles
Griffith Park
Tax Bill Backed For Education Funding In North Carolina
House and Senate Finance subcommittees move toward approving a $72.5 million tax proposal to fund Gov. Sanford education program for the next biennium. Key item is a 3 percent sales tax on food expected to raise about $50 million. Senate action may mirror the House plan. A separate property tax exemption bill for parent club buildings faced an unfavorable report.
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House
Gov. Sanford
Finance Committees
North Carolina Federation of Worden's Clubs
Fiery end of New Britain Memorial Day parade float
A bystander threw a firecracker at a float carrying Miss New Britain Marcia Michlowski, triggering a rapid blaze as crepe paper decor and inflammable materials ignited during the Memorial Day parade in New Britain Connecticut.
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New Britain, Conn
New Britain
Marcia Michlowski
Welcome for Jacqueline Kennedy as France’s New Star
Paris viewers embrace Jacqueline Kennedy as a French valued guest and potential style icon. French media report her fluency in French and Sorbonne ties draw attention along with gala dress plans by top couturiers. The visit promises large crowds and renewed cultural ties during the Kennedys three day stay.
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Paris
French Today
Jacqueline Kennedy
America
Couturiers
France
Mrs. Kennedy
Kennedys
White House
Charles de Gaulle
Kennedy
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