Century on pace: prophecy and resilience in Paris
The Elko Daily Free Press reflects on a French medical elder, Dr. Alenandre Gueniot, born 1832, and his father’s grim forecast of rapid modern life. It contrasts 19th century speed with today, noting Paris’ congestion and the son’s long life, a centenarian, suggesting humanity adapts despite dire prophecies.
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French Academy of Medicine
Alenandre Gueniot
Gueniot
Paris
Elko Daily Free Press
Two Holiday Schedule Improves Christmas and New Year
The writer praises a two holiday plan that places Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with a Sunday and Monday holiday, reducing midweek disruption. They expect a long weekend ending Tuesday to restore energy, claiming it beats a midweek break that splits work and festivity.
U S Depar tment Sells Surplus Big Game for Grazing Control
Denver reports the U S Department of Agriculture will sell surplus buffalo elk and mule deer to prevent over grazing in preserves. Bids called on 141 buffalo 162 elk and 45 mule deer. Zoos or parks may obtain animals at handling and transport cost. Mule deer only for exhibition or breeding. Buffalo and elk not sold for those uses to be sold for meat. Over grazing spurred action as herd growth outpaced preserve size.
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Denver
U. S. Department of Gariculture
Bureau
Hollywood Film Shop Look Back at Stage Stars Careers
United Press compile of Hollywood anecdotes traces early careers of Lionel Barrymore Marion Davies Joan Crawford and others. Notes include Barrymore Paris student days Davies chorus girl at 16 Crawford holding chandelier and Buster Keaton service in AEF along with Technicolor lens variety and MGM archives boasting vast sound files and architectural types on lot.
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Alanson Edwards
United Press
Hollywood
Hollywood Boulevard
Lionel Barrymore
Paris
Marion Davies
Joan Crawford
Jimmie ‘Schnozzle
Durante
Bill Haines
Texas
John Barrymore
Buster Keaton
M-G-M
Louise Closser Hale
Karen Morley
Janet Chandier
Alexander Kirkland
Janet Gaytor
Elissa Landi
E Brendel
Asten
Miriam Jordan
Lew Ayres
Edmund Lowe
Vick
Quake theory links oil withdrawals to Texas tremors
University of Texas geologist Dr H H Sellards questions whether oil and gas extractions trigger minor earthquakes. He cites 1931 Valentine quake and a Mexia event, suggesting near surface shocks from oil fields could explain recent Gulf coast tremors.
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Austin
U.P
H. Sellards
Bureau of Economic Geology
University of Texas
Southwest Geological Society
Texas
Valentine
Sitka
Alaska
Strassburg
Honolulu
Mexia
Sellard
Gulf Coast
Suits Filed in District Court in Nevada and Missouri
A fragmented list of district court actions includes cases from Sparks Nevada and Maplewood Missouri. Notable items show custody disputes with no children and no community property, extreme cruelty divorce actions, and a judgment action for a construction firm seeking $655.12 plus fees and interest. Attorneys mentioned include Ham Paylor and C D Breeze.
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Dan'el
Richard Daniel
W. Park
Bers
Extreme Crite
Springfield
Plaintif
Ate Ofvada
Paylor
Mary A. Matth
Rovert J. Murch
Sparks
Nevada
NG Cy
T. A. Wells
Pialetig
R. J. McArthur
the McArthur
Wilboux
Mon
C. D. Breeze
Plaintit
Panther
Corporation
Ci’ D. Bretee
Francis EF. Hatfield
Robert M. Fitfield
Maplewood
Harmon & Foley
Proceedings in District Court in December 2% 1952
District Judge Natalie Skinner presided over Harmony Skinner case with Harmon Foley for defendant. Hearing on motion to modify decree and change of venue. Decrees granted for Mildred Lambrecht and Carrie Yost. House guest Miss Alice Kean visiting Rev A S Kean.
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Len
Wm. E. Orr
Dist
Natalie Skinner
Rees Skinner
Ham & Taylor
Phaii
Harmon & Foley
Carrie Yost
Thes. P
Dodge Bros., Inc
Thos. J. Salter
Churchi County
Alice Kean
A. S. Kean
House Fuel And Furnishings Costs Spark Inquiry
United Press reports a wave of expense questions as lawmakers examine office allowances. Since Democrats gained power, the speaker has used a taxicab and a Senate limousine survives for Vice President Curtis. Gas bills for the speaker’s car persist post sale, while officers acquire brushes and fireplace gear for new committee chairs, signaling scrutiny of appropriations and furnishings.
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United Press
Iem
Gore
Ial
Garner
Nicholas Longworth
Longworth
Senate
Capitol
Curtis
Gann
House
Joseph Burns
Dem
Tenn
Appropriations Committee
Rep
Small
Indian Ballots in Nevada Feature Official Sample Match
Hawthorne reports reveal that Nevada Indian ballots mirror official ballots apart from color with advisors punching holes to extend the sample. The piece notes a politicized police force and extended shifts for a senate security detail, while regular Washington police lack jurisdiction over congressional buildings.
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Hawthorne
Nevada
Senate
Esplitol
Capitol
Washington
Congressional
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