Designer of Dietrich dress warns against wide use
Designer Jean Louis, who created Marlene Dietrich's daring gown, says the nearly nude dress is unsuitable for general wear and would spark riots and divorces if worn by married women. He notes the gown was a studio sensation made for Dietrich as a counterpoint to censorious film rules.
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Republican in Line To Succeed Herring in Texas West District
Russell Wine a 64 year old San Antonio attorney is in line for appointment as U S attorney for the Western District of Texas, backed by the Republican National Committee Jack Porter of Houston said. The present attorney Charles Herring a Democrat may resign soon and Atty Gen Herbert Brownell will back Wines appointment with a recommendation to the White House after Congress readjourns in January.
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Western District of Texas
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Houston
Charles Herring
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Dallas Railroad Man May Vie For Post
Alva Sanders former chairman of the Texas State Railroad board says he may run for railroad commissioner after the state owned line was leased to Southern Pacific affiliate T&NO for 10 years at 12000 dollars annually plus half profits over 54000. He notes a 1921 1962 loss of over 1 million and questions why back rent was not paid. Sanders cites 33.5 mile Palestine to Rusk line built 1909 and urges protecting taxpayers interests. He mentions egg production up 5 percent in November as a side item.
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Rusk
Industrial Session Slated In Abilene
Abilene December special report notes a one day conference on industrial business techniques set for January 2 by the West Texas Chamber of Commerce leaders. Presidents managers and chamber members will discuss markets transportation labor financingsite location and community development with planned outstanding speakers. This marks the first in a hoped for annual West Texas series.
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Buelow
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Queen Ants Live Up To Sixteen Years In Some Species
Insects generally live short lives but certain queen ants can reach about sixteen years. This remarkable longevity contrasts with worker ants and many other insects whose lifespans are measured in weeks or months. Research highlights the queen’s role in colony growth and maintenance over extended periods.
Lubbock Real Estate Board Hears Luncheon Reports
The Lubbock Real Estate Board met at the Caprock Hotel to hear committee reports and discuss 1954 activities during a Friday luncheon presided over by Asher Thompson. Mrs. O. P. Harlan was inducted as a new member, with The Hublenders providing barbershop entertainment. Forty five members attended. The next meeting is set for January 8 1954 and next week’s session is canceled due to Christmas holidays.
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Asher Thompson
O. P. Harlan
Charlie Galbraith
David Putteet
Bob Dennis
Charles Nolan
Newest Rio Grande Bridge To Be Dedicated In International Rites
Progreso dispatch notes a $350,000 Bend bridge across the Rio Grande in Hidalgo county to be dedicated Saturday in an international ceremony. About 5,000 people expected. Speakers include Gen Carlos Real of Mexico City and Texas Land Commissioner Bascom Giles.
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Mexico City
Texas
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