Weather cools across nation as heat waves fade
Washington reports stores struggle to move hot-weather stock while air-conditioner sales slump and a major swimming pool cuts staff amid a cooler than normal summer. Weather Bureau notes a broad cool pattern with several states recording well below normal temperatures, though outlooks suggest a return toward normal by September. Meanwhile in Korea, Pfc. Frederick A. Corser of the 21st Division finally receives his first letter after five weeks of combat, declaring induction orders from his draft board.
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Draft demands exceed original quotas amid unsettled world
Washington reports a likely surge beyond the 185000 draft quota as experts warn the international scene remains unstable. Maj. Gen. Hershey says calls for 100000 men in September and October may rise, with additional 40000 planned in November and possible increases. Congress considers funding and a bill to help expand National Guard and reserve training facilities.
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Radio Moscow Launches An Advertising Campaign
Washington reports Radio Moscow is launching a large scale advertising push to boost Soviet consumer demand. Government monitors picked up a Moscow broadcast urging trading organizations to introduce new goods and educate the population's taste while production climbs.
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Dewdrops mix up lesson in Pennsylvania classroom
In State College a five year old asked about dewdrops after his teacher noted moisture on flowers. The boy incorrectly described droplets on blossoms, prompting a brief exchange as the teacher explained moisture and spraying practices. The moment reflects a miscommunication about common terms among children.
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British Labourites block European army plan in Strasbourg
British Labour members led by James Callaghan clash in the assembly subcommittee on Winston Churchill's European army proposal. The six to six deadlock prompted threats to walk out, with calls for faster action and possible new subcommittee leadership. Resolution backing the Schuman coal and steel pool moved to the economic committee amid continued debates over supra national authority versus government checks.
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British Actress Wins Divorce From Telephone Technician
British actress Vickee Webster testified in a Los Angeles divorce case claiming William A. McTwigan said their marriage was a mistake and she could go back to England anytime. Webster said the couple wed in London in 1935 and later followed him to the United States where he called her a damned nuisance.
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New Princess Born to Elizabeth and Philip in Britain
London August 10 news reports a six pound girl born yesterday to Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip. Both mother and daughter are said to be well. The prince Charles is 21 months old. Salutes and bells celebrated the birth while Britons buzz over possible names such as Victoria Anne Elizabeth Mary Alice Alexandra Margaret Caroline or Angela.
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Royal baby greetings flood Clarence House in London
Messages of congratulations pour into Clarence House in London for the newborn, as Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip celebrate the arrival with global well wishes following the birth.
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Ohio professor Jay Stewart Jr to teach at Denison University
Jay Stewart Jr a University of Kansas graduate and former Denison math and chemistry instructor has accepted a one semester teaching appointment at Denison University Granville Ohio replacing Dr W A Everhart on sabbatical. Stewart will teach chemistry starting September 14.
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Plans to Evacuate Yankees from Yugoslavia
Belgrade Aug 16 uP plans are ready for swift evacuation of most of the 200 Americans in Yugoslavia if Moscow orders the Korea Treatment for Marshal Tito. No imminent invasion concern is stated. Evacuees would be removed quickly by air and rail to Rome, leaving a skeleton diplomatic staff.
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