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Government Cotton Surplus Sows Government Stockpiling
The government holds about two thirds of US raw cotton, roughly 3.75 million bales, after borrowers defaulted on last year’s loans. With projected bumper yields, the price support program will require more purchases and balance between supply and demand remains elusive. Restrictions on acreage lagged, as farmers boost yields when prices stay high, aided by political blocs in Washington.
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Washington
Channel crossers and trial debates fill the headlines
The Dover Straits lure challengers as Shirley May France trains for a cross channel swim while a Danish Viking ship invasion and a British youth attempt unfold. In New York a Communist leaders trial stretches on with a heated debate over dictatorship of the proletariat and the judge’s cryptic remark ends with a pointed guess.
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Gertrude Ederle
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Shirley May
France
U. S
Shirley
New York
Medina
Yolanda Hall
Chicago
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Test for a Good Wife Boosts Marriage Says Dr. Crane
Lola, 29, and her husband scored high on the Test for a Good Wife and the Test for a Good Husband from Dr. George W. Crane. After sharing results they sought guidance and found changes in the husband’s behavior, becoming more tender and home evenings, easing tensions and quarrels.
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How to Satisfy a Husband’s Demand for Affection
A wife recalls previous marital tension and domestic irritability caused by a demanding husband. She credits changing affections with reducing anger, easing finances, and improving family harmony. She urges wives to follow Dr Crane’s advice, claiming it can transform a tense home.
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Dr. Crane
Priest jailed in Czechoslovakia after denying last rites
In Prague, a Catholic priest received eight years in prison for refusing the last sacraments to an elderly Communist woman who claimed dying status. The Vatican had barred Catholics in the Communist Party from receiving sacraments, while the woman later left the party and recovered.
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Washington
Czechoslovakia
Rome
Communist Party
Excommunication for Remaining in the Party
A Catholic view explains that staying in the party is a mortal sin. Excommunication threatens damnation, with two paths to salvation: quit the party and confess if alive, or repent sincerely before death with resolve to leave if restored to health.
One Writer’s Wit On Marriage And Ham In Life
Erich Brandeis reflects on clever writing versus wisdom and notes everyone carries a hint of ham. He jokes about personal appearance and confesses he will marry next November, questioning what he can know about his future wife.
From boyhood swims to the groaning grownup life
Hal Boyle reflects on growing from a barefoot country boy to a man. He contrasts carefree summer swims in streams and pools with the burdens of adult life, recalling bush hiding overalls, prank cousins, and rural summer antics.
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New York
Dying Catholics Discuss Confession and God’s Forgiveness
The excerpt explains two paths for true contrition before death: confess to a priest if available, or privately feel true sorrow in mind. It notes Catholics believe God omnisciently judges whether contrition is genuine and that the church can forgive sins through priests.
Stated critique of forced Catholic sacraments by Czechoslovak Communists
The speaker argues that priests forced to administer last rites under threat lose meaning. They call the act cynical and insist a well-informed Catholic would see excommunication remains possible, even if sacraments are given under duress.
Desk price sparks airplane ride offer in Dixie News incident
Marvin Clark, longtime trader, quoted $25 for a desk at the Dixie News. George Wedekind admired the desk, offered $25 ride in an airplane if Clark and his wife would meet him at the airport. Clark refused and the deal collapsed.
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Dixie News
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Wedekind
Abe Frank Tries to Sell Money Making Machine in Middleton
New York man Abe Frank was arrested in Middleton after attempting to peddle a so called money making device. Police announce the suspect targeted local residents with the fraud scheme.
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Abe Frank
New York
Sex Problems in Marriage Advertisement Copy
An excerpt promotes Dr. Crane's erotic and marital guidance with claims of satisfaction and generosity. It urges wives to request the bulletin Sex Problems in Marriage by enclosing stamps and a dime, directing readers to send to Dr. Crane via the newspaper for psychological charts.
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Lola
Ice Needs For Coast To Coast Refrigerator Cars
As much as ten tons of ice is required to chill a single railroad refrigerator car for coast to coast service. The note highlights the heavy demand and logistics of cooling freight across the nation.
Writers Seek Depth Behind Words in Quiet Philosophy
The speaker urges not to take writers too seriously, noting a behind the screen impulse to impress with philosophy and wit, while acknowledging the unconscious drive to show intelligence.
Mencken on bachelors and marriage sparks a columnist note
The writer critiques Mencken’s view in A Mencken Chrestomathy that bachelors know more about women than married men. The columnist counters by pointing out Mencken’s own married status, noting he was a bachelor, then married, and is now a widower.
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H. L. Mencken
Bernard Shaw
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Mencken
A Bachelor Learns About Women After Marriage
A humorous reflection on how a bachelor underestimates women and how marriage reveals deeper truths. The piece contrasts public perception with private realities, suggesting that men remaining in the audience miss behind the scenes insight.
No idea how glad I am about my wife
A speaker asserts relief from knowing his wife’s inner life and suggests husbands should likewise be glad. He argues women guard their innermost thoughts to keep marriage from becoming monotonous.
Retired Hartford letter carrier credits wife on 83rd birthday
On his 83rd birthday a Hartford, Connecticut mailman credits his long life to his wife. He says she sent him to work for 39 years with a hot breakfast and notes that after 28 years together she is still a riddle he hopes never to solve.
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Hartford, Conn
Punitive Wars of 1950 Threaten Taft in Ohio Campaign
Harry Boyd laments party strategy aimed at Senator Robert A. Taft in Ohio. He predicts heavy fundraising and a high stakes battle, arguing for nationwide focus on genuine statesmanship rather than personal attacks. He suggests a platform plank to elevate qualified legislators.
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Mississippi Delta
Nationally Elected Senators at Large Idea in Taft Debate
The author argues against Ohio only voters deciding Taft's Senate fate and proposes nationwide popular vote for several senators at large. The piece suggests rules could change to provide for multiple at large seats elected by the entire nation, with nominations from national conventions.
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August 9 zodiac forecast cautions careful plans
Genevieve Kemble notes Tuesday brings strong enterprise and expansion potential but warns of risks from foggy reasoning and impulsive judgments. Birthday individuals may see progress through logical, well-founded plans while warning against rash or sarcastic remarks and risky moves.
Bank strutter on the riverbank and playground memories
The piece recalls a Missouri term for public showoffs as boys swim near a Kansas City bound train. It nostalgically contrasts old artless swimming at the ole swimming hole with modern coed beaches and the ritual of dressing for the ocean.
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Garden of Eden
Weekend Beach Trip With Frances Ends In Sunburn
A weekend at the beach with Frances ends in a strained back and sunburn after lugging heavy suitcases through multiple transit modes. The items reveal preparation for emergencies from lotions to swimming outfits, but the sea claims the lotion and a portable radio is wished for.
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France
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Boston
Witty Exchanges and Worries Highlight Local Life
A Cincinnati newsman narrowly avoids violence after a waitress trips on torn linoleum and serves him a roast beef dish. A Gallup poll flags unemployment as a top worry, with readers sharing fears about atom bombs aging, housing, and health. Embarrassing moments and a misdirected visit to a friend's kitchen end with a humorous twist as beans vanish and a stranger shouts.
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Cincinnati
Theo
Herbert Hoover at 75 amid Hoover Commission work and public esteem
On August 10 in Palo Alto California friends of Herbert Hoover will honor his 75th birthday with gifts to the Hoover Institute and Library. The piece reviews Hoover's life from West Branch Iowa to his work on the Hoover Commission, his resilience despite illness, and his regained public esteem after years of political distance.
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Iowa
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Oregon
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Hoover Rise Through Adversity Highlighted in Personal Tale
The account traces Hoover’s Stanford years and early career at the US Geological Survey. It notes his rapid ascent in mining abroad and frames his life as a Horatio Alger style ascent. The author emphasizes his endurance during 1933's political attacks and betrayal within his party.
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United States Geological Survey
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Australia
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Fragmentary reminiscence from a bleak period
A speaker recalls visiting him nearly daily in harsh years and noting he never responded to abuse with more abuse. The passage hints at resilience and restraint amid hardship.
Coach Sends Woman to Showers After Swimming Call
A tense moment unfolds as a coach orders a woman off the pool deck claiming her presence distracts the team. The exchange ends with the official directing her to the showers.
Curiosity Grows Over Herbert Hoover’s Changing Demeanor
The text portrays Herbert Hoover as younger in spirit than a decade ago, described as gay and effervescent at times. It notes he mingles with citizens, enjoys driving to diners and motels, and remains without a political agenda, presenting as a regular American rather than a former president.
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Herbert Hoover
Questions and Answers on Trans-Jordan and Demographics
The dialogue notes Trans-Jordan gained sovereignty in March 1946 under a treaty with Great Britain, marking a little over two years of independence. It also states women outlive men historically, with averages around 66.3 years for women and 62.7 for men in 1446. The U.S. half dollar is 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper alloy.
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Palestine
Great Britain
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Highest Atlantic Coast Light Stands at Marcus Hook Range
The rear range light of Marcus Hook Range on the Delaware River rises 278 feet above sea level, marking the highest light along the continental United States Atlantic coast.
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