Dollars and goods flow through Prague darex stores
In Prague, American dollars fund a government chain of stores named Darex on Wenceslas Square. Czechoslovaks exchange dollars for merchandise coupons to buy textiles, foods, and items at far below free-market prices. Most sales are textiles and food with limited foreign goods, while many customers obtain dollars via banks or pensions.
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Prague
Czechovak
United States
Czechoslovakia
Darex
National Eterprise
Zechoslovak
America
Jague’s Wenceslas Square
Java
Hal Boyle Recalls Aerial Combat Mission Over Korea
The account describes a bomber mission over Korea with rockets fired, jets circling the target and a tense return to base. The narrator notes fuel constraints, target explosions, Korean civilians reacting, and the crew preparing to land after a high speed descent and safe evacuation from the aircraft.
Please Don't Honk Wedding Cop Courtesy Card
Cincinnati police adopt a courteous rule at Hamilton County courthouse. Couples obtaining wedding licenses will receive a police department card with ribbon and bells asking wedding party members to refrain from prolonged horn honking. The story notes Cincinnati ranks seventh noisiest city in the nation.
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Cincinnati
Hamilton County
Police Department
Body Awakens and Flees as Tank Arrives in Cleveland
Police sent a tank from the 112th Engineer Combat Battalion to recover a body on a house porch. The presumed body suddenly moved, and when the crew spotted the figure it ran away screaming, alarming onlookers.
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Cleveland
112Th Engineer Combat Battalion
Voice of Broadway Triumphs and Red White Blue Pride
A brief column extols Broadway spirit and national pride, urging daily gratitude for the flag. It notes Czech citizens passing through Prague stores, with about half choosing to buy, reflecting a mix of observation and consumer activity.
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Ouros
Prague
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