Queen Elizabeth Sets Atlantic Speed Record
The Queen Elizabeth averaged 31.09 knots on a New York to Southampton crossing, covering 715 miles from noon Thursday to noon Friday. This bettered its 1947 record of 30.52 knots for a 702-mile run. Winds of 150 mph battered Antigua during hurricane season.
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Polio in Texas Reaches Critical Stage
Texas Governor Allan Shivers declares polio in the state at a critical stage and urges nationwide cleanup efforts. He calls on cities to clear backyards alleys and streets and asks every family member to participate in the drive. The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis notes Texas polio rise exceeds national increases.
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Austin
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State Highway Poster Wins Safety Award
The Ohio State Safety Council awarded a safety plaque to the state highway department for a railroad crossing approaches poster. The plaque was given to state highway director T. J. Kauer by council member Edwin H. Davis as the poster received wide distribution and comment.
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Certificate of Compliance State of Ohio Insurance Deputy
The Superintendent of Insurance of Ohio certifies that Atlanta Life Insurance Company of Georgia is authorized to transact business in Ohio for the current year. Statement as of December 31, 1951 shows assets 26,622,570.97. liabilities 18,445,113.96. net assets. capital 2,000,000.00. surplus 96,177,457.01. income for the year 8,466,319.01. net income 5,905,546.77. Walter A. Robinson signs and seals the certificate in Columbus, Ohio.
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Atlanta Life Insurance Company
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Walter A. Robinson
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Automobile Approaches Crossing as Train Warning Fails
The image shows a car near a railroad crossing with warning signals feared unable to stop. A bee sound is described as produced by wing movement. The Boston Massacre occurred in 1770 on King Street where British soldiers fired on a snowballing mob. King Street is now State Street.
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King Street
State Street
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