Economy Holds Steady as 1957 Outlook Remains Mixed
The Wall Street Journal finds 65 of 7 bankers and officials expect the economy to hold steady or rise slightly through the rest of 1957 while others predict a downturn. Despite mixed factors like prices and autos, momentum stays strong with rising personal income and heavy capital investment.
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Busi ness planes rise as executives take to skies
The article notes a sharp rise in company owned aircraft from 2 500 in 1946 to 23 000 in 1956 with firms sharing planes and expanding safety programs. It cites investment around 475 million dollars and projected 5.75 million flying hours by 1960 while warning of higher accident rates compared with domestic airlines.
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One Thousand Club Sells Merchandise and Guides Consumers
In Babson Park Massachusetts a movement forms the Club of One Thousand Members to aid merchandise sales by guiding shoppers to retailers via telephone. Members plan uniforms and store bells to assist customers, plus a sales driving emphasis on faster clerk movement and roller skates for staff.
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Wisconsin Republicans debate Thomson senatorial bid dynamics
Statehouse notes show Vernon Thomson backers at the executive residence debating whether to call a senate election. Republican funds are tight after a $100 plate dinner, with party aides predicting limited campaign aid and endorsements. Other items cover how lawmakers like A. A. Lam and Rebecca Barton shape funding, while Arthur Peterson pursues a PhD on McCarthy era politics. Philip Sellinger assists Thomson’s office with publicity duties.
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The Taxis of the Marne by Jean Dutourd review
Dutourd’s polemic argues why France failed in 1940 while praising resistance and French spirit. The reviewer notes Dutourd’s sharp aphorisms, anger, and fixation on Napoleon versus Montaigne and de Gaulle, urging readers to judge the book for themselves.
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Wisconsin IOOF elects grand master in convention
Joseph K Kidder reports on a 1957 La Crosse convention where B M Watson chosen grand master of the Wisconsin IOOF. Promotions added for The La Crosse Tribune staff and notable public moves include Dr. Glen Frank introduced in Charleston West Virginia and Pettibone Island issues.
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Arthur E. Teachout
la Crosse Tribune
Glen Frank
Charleston
W.V.A. Kiwanians
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Oliver Fritz Bill
Pettibone Island
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George H. Gordon
Pettibone Park Commission
Washington Notebook: Barbara Eisenhower Vists White House
Barbara Eisenhower, Ike’s daughter-in-law, visits her in laws at the White House prompting a playful exchange with Bill Simmons who asks for a pass. McDonnell Aircraft faces embarrassment over unapproved F101 Falcon missile model gifts triggering Pentagon scrutiny.
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Ike
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Nobody Ever Leaves Southport
Robert C. Ruark portrays Southport North Carolina as a quirky, timeless town filled with rugged characters and colorful locals. He recalls anecdotes from ex Coast Guard mayor Roy Robinson and memorable residents like Allen Jinny and Ed Newton, praising its old English speech and unique humor.
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Step by Step Toward Confidence and Success
Poem-like verse advising building confidence gradually. It cites famous figures who succeeded after fear, encourages steady progress, and suggests increasing challenges to raise score. © 1997 Pield Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Mite bites addressed by Dr Jordan in plain terms
Dr Jordan explains chiggers are tiny six legged mites that bite ankles and groin areas, causing itching and red swelling. Prevention by wearing boots or long trousers helps. if bitten, rub with alcohol then apply boric acid ointment to ease itching.
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Mass censors on films debated. 1955 ruling cited
Answers explain Massachusetts film censorship history and other trivia from The Film Daily Yearbook 1987. Questions cover state censor boards, bees communication book by Karl von Frisch, bathyphotometer, glove dining fashion origins, Columbus voyage reenactment plans, and Jamestown capitals with dates.
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