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Silence Expensive in Jamming War Between West and Russia
The State Department credits Russia with winning the first phase of the radio war against the United States and Britain but warns the victory is costly and may be hollow. Jamming has expanded since the Berlin blockade, with about 205 transmitters dedicated to blocking Western broadcasts. Despite stronger countermeasures, officials say American programs now arrive only in spots, signaling fear and a changed propaganda battle.
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Buried Rules Face New Life For Housing Bill
The 1949 change lets a discharge petition bypass the rules committee when it blocks housing legislation. If approved, the bill goes to the floor despite the committee’s nay. Speaker Rayburn predicts passage, signaling a shift toward majority control and away from autocratic rule by a small panel.
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Worry Clinic tale explores a son's marriage fears
Dr George W Crane discusses Hazel F aged 49 with two grown sons Bill 27 and an elder brother who eloped. The mother, proud of Bills devotion and cooking, resists brides. She later meddled, causing friction and a divorce, prompting speculation Bill may fear marriage to avoid disrupting his mother’s control.
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Should Communist Party Members Teach in American Schools
James Marlow reports a heated national debate on whether Communist Party members should teach in U S schools. Proponents of academic freedom fear spying would paralyze education. opponents argue a disciplined party member cannot think freely. prominent educators including Eisenhower and Conant endorse excluding Communists from teaching, though they offer no hard proof.
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American critic mocks passport photos in foreign travel
Arthur Baer quips that removing passport pictures would ease travel for Americans abroad, noting how visas and photos have long governed entry. He jokes about classed travelers on ships, the humor around stewarded meals, and the absurdity of portrait souvenirs while lamenting his own outdated 1929 photo.
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Life and fame a toast to service and joy
The writer reflects on Rita Hayworth and Bob Ripley dying on the same day linking fame to service. He muses on life its aim and suggests everyone can give service in their own way to spread happiness rather than chase unanswered questions. He ends with a call to cherish life and help others.
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Mother Crowns Herself Queen of Her Sons
A columnist critiques a mother who controls her two sons and meddles in their marriages. She allegedly blocks alliances, tolerates affairs, and enforces a queenly hold over her children to safeguard herself, warning that such parental behavior can harm offspring and stifle lasting unions. The piece contrasts selfish maternal domination with broader social lessons. The tropical bread-fruit tree note appears as an unrelated aside about its versatile uses.
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The Stars Favor a Busy Year for Genevieve Kemble
Astral forecasts credit Genevieve Kemble with excellent auguries and a strong, energetic year. The analysis highlights strategic insight, potential changes, new ventures and contacts, plus private interests and a likely enterprising, romance-friendly path. A birthday child is pictured as capable and ambitious with talent for success.
Patton’s Legend Endures Beyond a Luxembourg Grave
Hal Boyle writes from Hamm Luxembourg on General George S. Patton Jr noting a grave large enough for a man but too small for his legend. Patton’s bravery, honesty, and leadership are praised as a global symbol of courage, with reflections on war, peace, and the human drive to strive.
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George S. Patton, Jr
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Abel
Garden of Eden
Georgie Patton
George
Patton
Europe
Home Safety Push and Middletown Cemetery Renovation
The Home Safety Division in Middletown urges residents to reexamine home risks after May accident figures rose to 120, double previous levels. The piece highlights common childhood hazards and unsafe habits at home, while praising the Crist family for restoring Middletown Cemetery. C. G. Crist, his son Stanley, and Stanley’s wife Laura led improvements, funded by donations and city efforts, culminating in a $6,000 fence and the plan to deed the cemetery as a perpetual park and memorial.
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These Days on Alger Hiss Case and Chambers
George E. Sokolsky argues the central issue is how Whittaker Chambers gained secret State Department documents. He contends the defense focuses on public opinion over proving who supplied the papers, urging identification of the actual source rather than discrediting Chambers.
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Samuel H. Kaufman
United States
Lloyd Stryker
Stalin
Cattle Wander Aberdeen Dr Area Reined In
Police responding to a call found about 15 cows and calves wandering Aberdeen Drive and nearby streets. Officers corralled the herd into a pasture behind Wildwood Golf Course. The Right Rev Paul Matthews, bishop of New Jersey, officiated a confirmation service at Ascension Episcopal Church.
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Barbs and A Cut Gem Ties in New York Tale
A customer broke a barber's jaw in New York while contemporaries complain of excessive chatter. An eastern college lectures on gem cutting aims to reduce class attendance by teaching aesthetics and precision in jewels.
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