Capitol Face Lifting Aims for Modern Comfort at Capitol
Washington—Architect David Lynn spearheads a $5 million Capitol remodeling to introduce reinforced concrete roofs, steel ceilings, and modern lighting while preserving antique character. Plans include acoustical tiles, squeakproof seating, and optional public address cables for future use. Work begins in July across Senate and House chambers.
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NEA
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Capitol
Spade Stuff Will Make This Slam
Dan Seymour hosted a Saturday night radio program "Sing It Again" featuring Ray Bloch who leads the orchestra and performs rumba while keeping the audience laughing. Bloch also appears on Ed Sullivan's show each Sunday and recalls his 1929 radio debut overcoming nerves despite a dramatic interruption by four piano movers.
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Ray Bloch
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Ed Sullivan
Piano Movers And Nervous Moments On The Air
The scene opens with workers moving the piano as the announcer calls on air. Ray recalls nerves subsiding when avoiding microphone jitters by envisioning that piano move. He confesses bridge nerves rose when playing with an expert, who let him play six diamonds rather than six spades.
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Ray
Kibitzer
Capitol renovations plan major seat reconfiguration
The seating will be improved with two aisles removed to raise seats to 448 and offer direct sightlines to the Speaker. Rubber tiles under rugs and fireproof walls will be added. Cameras have not been allowed in the Senate chamber and limited access in the House will receive enhanced lighting. The Capitol, begun at $18,000,000, has undergone several historic phases since 1793, with the current summer work described as the most extensive alteration since the 19th century.
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Young Marysville court reporter ranks high in contest
Edwin J. Dierking, 18, of Marysville Kansas, placed 20th in an international Gregg shorthand contest for high school students among about 35,000 entrants. He can record speech up to 225 words per minute. A note on South Africa shows wild animal dealers reporting ba boons shortage.
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U.P
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Marshall Urges Action on Pact
Gen. George C. Marshall pressed prompt ratification of the Atlantic pact at a banquet, saying swift approval backs his European recovery plan and secures ongoing peace. Senate Foreign Relations Chair Tom Connally expects unanimous committee support, with full Senate possible this month.
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Harvard University
Stubbed Toe Is Least of Worries
Milwaukee man Raymond Gondek barefoot while seining for bait in a shallow pond struck an unknown object. It proved to be an 81 millimeter shell with firing pin intact, later disposed of by sheriff and coast guard by burying in Lake Michigan.
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Companions's Suicide After Sermon in Galveston Cabin
In Galveston Texas a 33 year old Robert Emmet Benjamin of Crystal Lake Illinois shot himself after hearing a sermon condemning illicit love. His companion Martha Pfeiffer a 27 year old divorcee also of Crystal Lake was found with the body and later jailed for vagrancy. Police said a pistol and bottles of gin whiskey barbitol and amytol were in the luxurious Jack Tar cabin near the Gulf of Mexico. Benjamin had married life and served in World War II. The autopsy would determine shot distance.
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U.P
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Crystal Lake
Ill
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Conquer Your Fears Booklet Offer
A 28 page booklet titled Conquer Your Fears from Dr Wiggam and Dr David Mitchell promises methods to analyze and end fears. Send 15 cents and a stamped 3 cent return envelope to receive THE CONQUEST OF FEAR, with no profit and offered as a service to readers.
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Face Pimples Clear After Cuticura Use
Miss B. Green reports three weeks of Cuticura Soap and Ointment relief for external pimples on her face. She says the condition is now entirely gone and recommends others try Cuticura from their druggist.
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Okla
Auto Engineers Seek More Miles From Gas
Automotive engineers at a Society of Automotive Engineers meeting in French Lick Indiana report the average motorist uses only 28 to 30 percent of gasoline’s potential power. They note dual fuel systems reduce wasteful fuel use and aim to simplify fueling needs. Dr Gerald Wendt urged a more space minded approach to travel.
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French Lick
Ind
Society of Automotive Engineers
Gerald Wendt
Science Illustrated
Space study and jet propulsion discussed at formal meeting
The speech outlined progress in gas turbine development, jet planes, rocket assisted aircraft, and space missiles. He forecast a man made moon within about 20 years and described future inter planetary travel. The program featured lubrication papers and round table discussions on engines and metal grinding.
Chef Melvin Grier Hosts Three Day Turkey Carving Clinic
Minneapolis crowd gathers as Melvin Grier the chef at a city restaurant runs a three day session on fowl carving each year. He estimates he has carved 1 500 000 pounds of turkey over his career.
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U.P
Melvin Grier
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