The Pace of Death on Memorial Day Weekend
The National Safety Council and the American Automobile Association disagree on whether the holiday traffic record is good or bad. They cite 347 lives lost over the first summer holiday weekend, with many more to die from injuries. Human frailty, impatience, and misjudgments drive most highway accidents, while safer traffic starts from a more thoughtful, patient driver.
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National Safety Council
American Automobile Association
A.A.A
Hydrogen Bomb Questioned as Military GameChanger
Dr. Robert T. Bacher, CALTECH professor and former AEC member, argues the hydrogen bomb's effectiveness is greatly exaggerated. He notes its immense raw material needs and doubts its usefulness compared with other atomic weapons. He sees the bomb as a distant scientific dream rather than an imminent threat.
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Robert T. Bacher
California Institute of Technology
Atomic Energy Commission
Baghdad floods threaten ancient city with dikes blasted
The Tigris overflow endangers Baghdad as engineers blast dikes to drain floodwaters. Baghdad, founded in 762, once home to the Moham medan caliphate, faced Mongol destruction in 1258 but now slowly recovers with a population around 150,000 in a harsh climate. The piece recalls Baghdad’s enduring historical prominence and speculative hope for better days.
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Winnipeg
Baghdad
Tigris
Europe
Caliphate
Ler
Stalin
Babylon
Euphrates
Kenosha Years Ago Centenary Plans and Local News Digest
Kenosha Advancement association finalized plans for the centennial celebration and the dedication of the new municipal bath house on Washington Island. A record class of 340 will graduate Friday. Wilmot High’s seniors include Dorothy Pepper Fern Berry Rose Zerfas Emily Fiegel and James Yanke with Fred L. Witter as guest speaker. Kenosha council Knights of Columbus elected Lawrence Jacobs grand knight and listed officers. Weather caused a rain postponement of the Nash-A softball game versus Water town. Twenty-five years ago George E. Bickford led Fourth of July plans.
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Kenosha Advancement Association
Yacht Club
Washington Island
G. F. Loomis
Wilmot High School
Dorothy Pepper
Fern Berry
Rose Zerfas
Emily Fiegel
James Yanke
Fred L. Witter
Burlington
Mike Falla
Watertown
Lawrence Jacobs
Kenosha
R. H. Houghton
Joseph Tully
Matt Schmitt
al Mountain
John P. McEvoy
J. Peter Larsen
James Hoye
William Rice
Tipping and tribute echo in national debate
The piece notes reluctance to tip despite a long push by railroads and hotels to replace tips with fixed charges. It highlights Miss Betty Jacobiec earning a top waitress award and discusses tipping as a sign of service pay, with a reflection on human nature and democracy inspired by Dunkirk.
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Chesapeake & Ohio Railway
National Restaurant Association
Chicago
Betty Jacobiec
Redcaps
Christian Science Monitor
Free Countries
The Doctor Says Epilepsy May Run In Families
Epilepsy appears hereditary in many cases but does not bar marriage. Decisions about marriage and children should be individual, guided by seizure severity and EEG results. Studies show about one in forty children of an epileptic parent may have epilepsy, higher than the general population but not universal.
Seven percent drop hits Barbs Restaurants claims TV blamed
Barbs Restaurants blame television for a seven percent drop in business. The note adds quippy lines about TV diets and social sayings, concluding with a Benja min Fairless quote on business success bringing jailbird potential.
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Benjamin Fairless
U. S. Steel
First Americas on a world map 1507 Waldseemuller map
A 1507 world map printed for the Latin world likely first to label the Western Hemisphere as America. Martin Waldseemüller, a German cartographer, created the map and only one copy survives. The entries include two future notes on locomotives, Roosevelt, Monaco parliament, and Beethoven’s Fidelio.
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Western Hemisphere
America
Martin Waldseemuller
Communists Lose Ground in Belgian Japanese Elections
The Belgian and Japanese elections show Communist parties shrinking their hold. Japanese Communists dropped to two of three seats, Belgian Communists lost six of twelve, with broader declines noted across Europe. Officials credit the recovery program and Atlantic Pact for weakening communism and stabilizing labor unions.
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House of Councillors
House of Representatives
Europe
Italy
France
Christian Democrats
Norway
Sweden
Netherlands
Great Britain
House of Commons
We the Women Modern View on Divorce Not Sensible
Ruth Millett argues a Hollywood star with two divorces promotes a carefree philosophy toward love. She says women should be sensible about romance and stay friends with exes, but Millett contends the attitude leads to shorter marriages and poorer chances of finding a good husband.
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Hollywood
Puzzled by Airliners Weight Rule in Airline Baggage
The columnist argues airline baggage limits ignore weight differences among passengers, advocating fairer rules. He notes planning a trip with 66 pound limits and imagines disguising weight, while contrasting scales and fashion with overweight travelers. He laments equal charges for shirts and blubber and jokes about dieting before travel.
Notable quotes from wartime leaders prompt reflections
A collage of remarks from ECA Administrator Paul G. Hoffman IBM chair Thomas J. Watson and James J. Byrnes stresses presidential ambitions, Marshall Plan urgency, and future economic resilience. Dr. Edwin C. Nourse warns of necessary adjustments ahead as America seeks a sound economy. Dial 5121 for Your Classified Act.
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ECA
Paul G. Hoffman
America
Edwin C. Nourse
President Truman
Cicadas Reach Wings After Long Underground Life
The article explains cicadas spend 13 or 17 years underground as nymphs slowly growing and molting. After emerging they molt again, reach wing pads in stage five, then develop full wings for a brief sunshine-filled life above ground.
Kenosha Evening News 1950 Publication Details
Kenosha Evening News volume LVI number 192 dated Tuesday June 6 1950. Publication and ownership details include blishi Co Kenosha Wisconsin with AP UP associations. Subscription rates listed for local and distant regions and standard mailing terms.
It Wasn't Water Carrier Mills Car Fire Incident
Elmer Wynne, a garage employee, ran for water but grabbed a pail of gasoline by mistake. He suffered burned fingers and the car was heavily damaged.
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Carrier Mills
Ill
U.2
Elmer Wynne
Wynne
Roosevelt Began Stamp Collection At Age Eight
President Franklin Roosevelt started collecting stamps at eight and his collection is regarded as one of the most valuable in the United States.
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Franklin Roosevelt
United States
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