Trucker Safety Crusade Outlined At Optimist Meeting
The Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association presented its safety crusade at La Crosse Optimists luncheon with Edward J. Konkol detailing trucking’s economic role. He cited high shares of goods moved by motor transport, payroll growth, and the need for reciprocity and stricter highway safety to cut accidents and losses.
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Truckers’ Crusade of Safety
Optimist
Wisconsin Motor Carriers ‘Association
la Crosse
Edward J. Konkol
United States
Konkel
Natire United States
Ralirone
Wisconsin
Kon- Kol
Ftn
Mij Nnelpnillas
Konko
Gateway Transfer Company
Lis Crosse
Jnng Company
Konkol
Vsew
Spencer
The Condor Among The Strange Birds Of The New World
A Nature section piece explains the condor as a large South American vulture like bird. It soars with minimal wing flapping, reaches heights over four miles, and has a nine to eleven foot wingspan. Nests on cliff ledges in the Andes, with eggs 3.5 to 4 inches long. California vultures once common now rare.
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New World
South America
North America
Andes
Ecuador
Chile
Argentina
California
Mexico and The Mexicans leaflet promises free information
A leaflet titled Mexico and The Mexicans offers facts about the people and their customs and the ancient Aztecs. It is to be sent at no charge if readers enclose a stamped self addressed envelope and mail to Uncle Ray in care of this newspaper.
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Mexico
Uncle Ray
Bright Children Usually Sturdy In Bright Kids Myths
Chicago report summarizes Northwestern University professor Paul Witty findings that highly intelligent children are typically physically superior and socially well adjusted. He cites studies of 1500 individuals tracing childhood to adulthood, noting schools fail to recognize rare abilities and talents.
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Chicago
Paul Witty
Northwestern University
Parent-Teacher
Witty
Argentina
Guard Against Pirates Along the China Coast
Singapore report notes IndoChina Steam Navigation employs White Russian anti pirate guards on all vessels. Guards posted at strategic points ready for emergencies. Also mentions scientists estimate Earth hosts one million animal species from mammals to protozoa.
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Singapore
Indochina Steam Navigation Company
China
Earth
U S Tourists In Europe Travel Fast In August
U S visitors peak mid August but stay shorter. American Express reports rapid multi country travel. the old Grand Tour is being replaced by six or more countries in weeks. Demand for Paris by Day and Paris by Night remains strong. longer trips are shrinking as travelers rush to see more while exchange rates favor travel.
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Paris
Travel Organization
Rue Scribe
France
Europe
American Express
London
Italy
Tme
Sallles
Fomainebleau
Paris-by-Day and Paris-by-Night Tours Draw Tourists
American Express guides report the price influenced popularity of Paris tours. The day tour costs 425 Francs and the evening trip 2,350 francs, featuring Cabaret in the Latin Quarter Montmartre night club and Bal Tabarin seats. The short-stay trend boosts escorted-tour bookings, affecting GIs.
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Paris-by
American Express
Jhas
FASTRETH Teeth Powder Promises Confidence and Comfort
An ad touts FASTRETH an alkaline powder to sprinkle on dentures to prevent slipping dropping or wobbling when sneezing or laughing. It claims a secure feeling and improved grip, urging readers to obtain FASTEETH from local stores.
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Randi Jewps
GIs Push for Extra Leave as Travel Trend Grows
Soldiers in and around Paris or on leave from Germany show eagerness to depart for Versailles and beyond, seeking more travel time. The trend to keep moving is reinforced by American Express clerks reporting early warding of mail to travelers and by purchases of Savings Bonds.
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Bers
Paris
Germany
Versailles
American Express
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