July 1950 Traffic Toll Tops Minnesota Records
In July 1950 Minnesota recorded 48 traffic deaths, the worst month so far this year, with 14 pedestrians and 18 vehicle fatalities. Most crashes involved unsafe acts and violations such as ignoring stop signs and walking against traffic. Total accidents for seven months reached 29,407, up from 22,908 in 1949.
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PSC Proposes Leasing Rules for Licensed Truckers
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission proposes new rules to make the lease operator responsible for all leased vehicles and curb promiscuous operations. A public hearing is set for August 24 in Madison with support from carrier trade representatives who favor aligning state rules with recent interstate trucking standards. The commission had first proposed leasing rules in 1947 but delayed action.
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Wisconsin
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Enlistees May Select Branch Of Service In Army
Captain Thomas Appleby of the Wisconsin recruiting service states that youths may select their army branch only by enlisting, not if drafted. He adds men can avoid the draft by enlisting in the air force, noting entry requires enlistment and urging enlistment before draft notice.
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Thomas Appleby
Wisconsin Recruiting Service Group
Army
Air Force
New Synthetic Fiber Sanderit Predicted to Transform Industry
Germans anticipate sanderit a new superpolyamide fiber affecting industry as nylon did clothing. Made from raw materials used for nylon and lon, sanderit is thin with elliptic cross section and high water heat resistance. It promises elasticity toughness and flexibility for rail automotive theater seating covers filters inner soles bags luggage books and tablecloths. Chin textile term chin refers to calico or cotton piece from India.
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Unclear medical ad fragment mentions Dean's Pills diuretic use
Fragment discusses stress and strain and urinary discomfort possibly from cold exposure and diet. It promotes Dean's Pills as a mild diuretic used by millions for over 60 years. Potential references to kidney and bladder irritation with vague symptoms.
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Merton
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