Success Came Hard For President Of Huge Sewing Machine Firm
Polish born Leon Jolson and his wife Ann fled statelessness after World War II to start a new life in the United States. He built Necchi Elia sewing centers into a multi million dollar firm while giving back through scholarships. Jolson’s rise began with door to door repairs, a $2 600 loan, and patient swatch campaigns that attracted 15000 orders as he barely scraped by on oranges and cornflakes before dealers supplied capital to expand.
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Long Island
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Poland
Necchi
Pavia
Italy
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Reds Recruiting Castro Support From U.S. Colleges
A pro Castro group, the Fair Play for Cuba Committee FPCC, is recruiting on U.S. campuses with about 7,000 members and 47 chapters in 23 cities. It claims not all members are Communists but says the group is heavily infiltrated by Reds. On April 15 a few hundred demonstrators outside the United Nations protested against American policy, organized by FPCC.
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U.N
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Communist Party
U.S.A
Socialist Workers Party
Leon Trotsky
Russia
Kremlin
Manhattan
Amerworth
Pestle United Trant
Fashion Designers Shape Men to Buy With New Styles
New York based report notes fashion designers already guiding male purchases for next season. Glene plaids and muted tones appear in styles like navy blue and black blazers with white pearl buttons. Manufacturers aim to attract the average man with practical, store-friendly outfits.
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Walter Logan
New York
UPI
Glen
U.S. Senate
Ivy Look Honesdale Manufacturing Co
H. T
Virginia Tax Burden Ranked High by State Study
Virginia ranked fourth in state and local taxes per $1,000 of personal income in 1959, per the Virginia Education Association, with Alaska lowest at $60.29. 1960 data unavailable as the General Assembly raised taxes and local rates, though other states did too. The article discusses tax trends, real estate, and Virginia industrial promotion, including quotes from officials and business leaders.
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Virginia
Virginia Education Association
Alaska
VEA
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National Association of Men's Sportswear Buyers
NAMSB
New _ York
South Dakota
Holland
Scot- Ohio
Hot Springs
Sfe Connell
Virginia Real Estate Association
A. Stanley Talbott
Roanoke Chamber of Commerce
Concert at Malo Auditorium and FPCC ties noted
Amelia Virginia AP report outlines a week of center events at Malo Auditorium and FPCC orientation while detailing a long propaganda campaign. The piece traces alleged Communist Party links to FPCC and socialist groups, the Trotskyist faction, and public perceptions of Castro regime support.
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Amelia
Ronnie
Janet Milter
Nie
Richmond
Carolina Beach Is Calling Accommodations for Every Budget
The Carolina Beach Chamber of Commerce Travel Department invites readers to request a guide of lodging options in Carolina Beach North Carolina. The free listing highlights accommodations to fit all budgets with details sent upon request.
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Chamber OF Commerce
Carolina Beach
North Carolina
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