Navy unveils camera capturing 100 million frames per second
In Invoxern California on May 8 the Navy publicly demonstrated a camera able to take 100 million frames per second. Invented by Dr A M Zarem, the device uses polarizing lenses and a high voltage circuit to control exposure to a 100 millionth of a second. The Michelson Laboratory dedication marked a step toward future guided missiles research.
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President Truman celebrates 64th birthday amid rail strike worry
President Truman marks his 64th birthday as a rail strike looms, threatening to disrupt his cross country travel. He contemplates using the presidential train or plane, which could affect planned rear platform appearances on the West Coast trip. A birthday luncheon in the White House basement kitchen is planned, with Press Secretary Ross and Dr. Graham assuring the president is in good shape for the journey.
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Chicago
Train collision injures several as Hummingbird hits Arrow
In dense fog near Montgomery Alabama a Hummingbird luxury train head on collided with the Miami to Chicago Florida Arrow. Several passengers were injured, three hospitalized. Both engines derailed though no cars overturned. The Hummingbird ran south from Cincinnati to New Orleans. A four hour delay followed. The Miami to Chicago Florida Arrow stood still at impact.
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Dutch Queen To Yield Duties
In the Hague on May 8, Queen Wilhelmina, aged 64, will again yield royal duties to Crown Princess Juliana due to health. An official statement says she is tired but no alarm. Juliana will act as princess regent starting next Friday with special legislation enabling the move.
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Three Women Taken For Treatment After Train Wreck
New engines were involved as a wreck did not block traffic. Other trains bypassed the scene on a siding. The three women brought for hospital treatment are Mrs. Joe Dowd of Miami Mrs. S W Vaughan of Birmingham and Mrs Nelle Thames 76 of Birmingham. Attendants said none was seriously injured.
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Collie Dog Faces Trial For Life In Winsted
In Winsted Connecticut on May 9 a two year old collie named Laddie faces a life trial as the town board of selectmen acts as judge and jury. Proponents demand destruction citing viciousness while supporters led by Miss Barbara Scanlon argue the dog is shell shocked after a dynamite blast and not dangerous. The case hinges on witness petitions and Laddie’s behavior amid conflicting accounts.
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U Saw and 5 Henchmen Hanged in Burma
In Rangoon Burma on May 8 U Saw former Burmese premier and five henchmen were executed at dawn for the July 19 cabinet murders. U Saw, ringleader, was hanged at 6 15 am after a final request to be hanged alone. Witnesses described prayers and a dignified exit as the executions proceeded at Insein Jail and Rangoon.
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Riot Breaks Up Anti-Crime Meeting at Manual Arts High
Los Angeles police officer C. H. Hatter met with about 50 Manual Arts High School students to form an anti juvenile crime club. Six former students arrived armed with liquor bottles, beat Hatter, and knocked out two club members. Three intruders were arrested, three escaped in the melee.
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Rail strike impact feared on food supply and transport
The nation braces for possible rail embargo with extra flights and cargo movements to absorb overflow. New York buyers report rising prices for perishables as Mayor O Dwyer warns of historic shortages if embargo persists. Southern California crops and celery shipments face losses up to $7,000,000 and $500,000 respectively if the shutdown endures.
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Russ Claim They Will Quit Korea
A report notes tensions over Korea’s future as UN and U S Soviet talks falter. It cites a failed joint commission, opposition by Soviet aligned forces, and warnings from South Korean moderates that a U S withdrawal could lead to a Communist takeover. Election in South Korea scheduled for Monday amid reported terrorism.
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Nation Prepares For Transportation Tie Up Tuesday
Railroads imposed embargo orders on foods poultry and livestock amid a looming strike deadline. Presidential Assistant John R Steelman pressed management and union leaders to resume talks as observers warn Truman may seize the rail system if no settlement by Monday. A Beilbergon fact finding board could be revived to clarify its pay rise recommendation for the three unions involved.
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Pivotal Panama Presidential Vote Set For Tomorrow
Panama prepares for its first presidential election in eight years with about 150000 voters expected to cast ballots in a three way race. Voters will also name two vice presidents and 42 national assembly members amid high political tension as Diaz Aromena, Arias Madrid, and Fabrega lead a contest sharpened by recent municipal results.
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Jiminez
Arab Jewish Cease Fire Talks and Jerusalem Clash
Reported cease fire discussions in Palestine included Arab and Jewish leaders seeking peace terms extending beyond Jerusalem. The Holy Land mandate ends next Friday as fighting rages in Jerusalem with clashes at Jaffa Gate and Yemen Moshe. Delegations at Jericho included Sir Henry Gurney and Arab League officials.
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Spanking Upheld By State DPI
Harrisburg May 2 The Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction ruled that a principal may inflict moderate corporal punishment to enforce discipline. Walter D Byers was reinstated after the Wheatfield Township board had dismissed him over spanking a six year old. The decision followed a student strike and picketing by parents. Dr Francia H Haas said there was no evidence of excessive punishment and that Byers was not given a fair hearing.
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Italy To Pick President In Postwar Parliament Session
Rome reports Italy’s first postwar parliament organized for the presidential vote. Chamber of Deputies chose Giovanni Gronchi and the Senate named Ivanoe Bonomi. Both houses meet Monday to elect the republic’s president as De Gasperi’s Christian Democrats dominate.
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Gilda Gray Delights Sterling Prom Audience
Gilda Gray the “shimmy queen” visited Sterling High School for the junior-senior prom, dancing one fox trot with assistant principal Carl A. Collins. Some parents criticized the event as ill advised while students adored the star and lined up for autographs, as Principal R. J. Carroll declined leading the grand march.
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Disabled Veteran's Wife Wins NBC Radio Jackpot Prize
Mrs Ward S George of Lebanon Oregon wife of a disabled war veteran won NBC radio show People Are Funny with a 20000 prize for Cairo Egypt. She received a three bedroom house 4600 furnishings a 1648 sedan a 2000 Los Angeles County lot and a California job. Her husband’s health required treatment in California and they had been working in a Lebanon nursery. The riddle hinted at Cairo and low ground.
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Esther Williams Fights Skimpy Swimwear Debacle
Hollywood May scene erupts as Esther Williams attacks skimpy two piece bathing suits. The dispute draws in Pennsylvania Republican leaders and party tactics as Democrats mobilize, while knitwear representatives insist they do not nake such outfits. Williams calls for home wear only.
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Showdown by Soviet draft plea and war talk
A House committee backed a bill to draft men aged 19 through 25 for two years amid warnings of Soviet moves in Europe. Gen. Wainwright cautioned that Russia might wage war as a last resort, while Rep. Short led a dissent calling the plan a warlike police state measure. A stray note mentions a grapefruit mutant.
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All County RR Workers Face Lay-Off
A Roch ester and Pittsburgh Coal Company representative warns limited coal mining if the rail strike proceeds. The R P mines would idle as most coal is moved by rail. Clearfield Bituminous Coal Corp says all county mines would shut Tuesday. The strike would affect plants farms merchants and household supplies. rail passenger service in Indiana County remains limited.
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Obituaries for Mary Ethel Watson and Lemon Curry
Mary Ethel Watson dies at 58 in Indiana. Services set at Bell Funeral Home on Monday May 10 at 3 80 p m with Dr Leitch officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Lemon L Curry 84 of Punxsutawney dies at his daughter's home in Indiana County. Born January 19 1864 in Frostburg he lived on a farm near Punxsutawney for most of his life. Survived by children and seven grandchildren. services to be held at Jordan Funeral Home with arrangements incomplete.
Death notices and funeral plans from Indiana County
GEORGE ELDER SIMPSON of 584 College Avenue died in Indiana Hospital at 2 10 this morning he was 89 born May 7 1859 a farmer for 20 years and tp staff in the court under Judge Langham for 10 years Surviving wife Elizabeth Trimble Simpson daughter Mrs Arthur Hill Greensburg son Elder Simpson Greensburg three grandchildren 4 great grandchildren three sisters Mrs Martha Stephens Miss Lottie Simpson and Mrs James Repine Coral Friends will be received at Bell Funeral Home 7 10 p m Sunday and 3 p m Monday until 2 00 p m Tuesday services 2 00 p m Tuesday at St Peter s Evangelistic and Reformed Church interment Greenwood Cemetery Flowers omitted ANNA ELIZABETH CAMPBELL Elderton died in Claypoole Rest Home Indiana Friday May 7 born May 21 1872 in Indiana County former Cleveland resident daughter of Hannah Catherine Johnston and the late James Miller Johnston widow of Sylvester Campbell died 1941 brothers Robert M Latrobe William M A Pitts burgh sisters and a brother preceded her member of Elderton Methodist Church and Rebekah Lodge services Monday 10 00 a m DST Clark Funeral Home Elderton Rev J S Brown interment Oakland Cemetery Indiana friends after 10 00 a m Sunday Exhibited Temple The Golden Pavilion of Jehal shipped to Chicago for the 1894 World s Fair.
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College Avenue
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White Township
Langham
Nathan and
Matilda McArdle Simpson
First United Presbyterian Church
Elizabeth (Trimble) Simpson
Arthur Hill
Anna Elizabeth Campbell
Elderton
Claypoole Rest Home
Indiana County
Cleveland
Ohio
Do You Know Your County Contest Rules
The Indiana Evening Gazette announces a six picture county identification contest with two areas for duplicate weekly cash prizes. Area A includes Indiana Borough and Indiana, R. C. Area B covers all other localities outside area A. Entries must list all six pictures by number, with Area A submissions by mail or in person and Area B by mail only. Prizes: $5 for first in each area, $1 to the next five in each area. Entries open to all except Gazette employees and families. Winners announced the following Wednesday. proof of subscription encouraged.
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