France’s Schuman Plan Pushes European Coal Pact
On May 9 1950 French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman proposed pooling French and German coal and steel production to form a base for European economic development. Belgium West Germany Luxembourg and Italy show readiness to talks Britain hesitates awaiting impact on its economy and nationalized steel. Kremlin opposition looms as non Communist critics emerge.
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Goodbye Colonel Stoopnagle Dies at 52
The journalist notes the death of Col. Lemuel Q. Stoopnagle, pseudonym of Fred erick Chase Taylor, aged 52. It recalls his Spoonerized fables in the Saturday Evening Post and his remembered wit over radio and film.
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Two Officials Refuse Resignations at Commerce Dept
Department of Commerce faces a crisis as two employees Michael Lee and William Remington resist resignations amid concerns over security. Secretary Sawyer claims actions serve good administration, while Congress pressures the department to remove the pair or face a broader investigation. Both men are said to be barred from normal duties.
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Old World to New World politics and pies in the sky
A reflective humorous column muses on Europe favoring U S unions at Uncle Sam’s expense and speculates on baseball in Soviet Russia. It jokes about shoe misery predicting rain, poultry yard radios boosting egg production, and wonders if artists on the radio lay more eggs.
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World Court May Hear Baltic Flight Case At Hague
The United States seeks explanation and compensation for the Baltic Sea shoot down of an American Navy patrol plane with ten dead. The World Court at The Hague would illuminate an ancient legal system marked by decorum and secrecy and may pressure UN actions if opened.
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Russia
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University of Leningrad
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Lima
The Parent Problem by Garry C Myers
A doctor counsels families to fix home relations before punishing a difficult child. He urges parents and grandparents to avoid provoking wrath, cultivate warmth, and recognize the child’s worth, noting jealousy and negative comments harm behavior.
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Safety at School: Patrol Boy Urges Slower Speeds
State Police remind drivers at school crossings that the young patrol member helps peers and asks motorists to slow to 15 mph during assembly and dismissal hours. The message notes the patrol’s important but challenging role.
One Man's Opinion on Socialized Medicine
Walter humorously critiques a socialized medicine plan, noting doctors may have less time and taxes would fund care. He jokes about pocket receivers predicting political moves and about residents in his block benefitting from free services, while others question the system with quips about dandruff and heartburn.
Record Of Impressive Achievement In Atlantic policy
Washington reports by June 3 describe Secretary Achesons Congress briefing as a sober record of progress transforming Atlantic organization from a committee map into a functioning framework. Critics dispute pace and warn of looming Senate battles over a 1.225 billion dollar foreign arms aid request covering 14 nations and Indo-China.
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Barbara Gormley Wins Fifth Prize in Poetry Contest
Barbara Gormley of 718 Croton Avenue earned fifth prize in the New Castle Poetry Group contest for Song of Nature a junior in high school. The group plans to feature more works as they celebrate young talent with future readings and prizes.
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Barbara Gormley
Croton Avenue
Song of Nature
Just Folks GOLF And Father Hope Versus Speech
A reflective verse piece contrasts golf as torment with the call for humor and resilience. It presents a father hoping his son becomes wiser, urges careful speech over swearing, and ends with a playful lament on penmanship.
Communist imperialism shown ready to exploit weak nations
A set of statements from Washington senators and officials criticize current U S policy and media handling. James McGovern recounts six months captive in China, describing isolation and boredom. Michael E Lee condemns the loyalty program discharge as harming the Commerce Department.
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Truman
Sen. Smith
United States
Senate
Hong Kong
James McGovern
Washington—Commerce Department
Michael E. Lee
Sawyer
William Fox Born in Hungary Rode to Fame in Film Industry
Born January 1 1879 in Tulchva Hungary William Fox came to the United States as an infant. He began in motion pictures in 1904 as a theater manager of a penny arcade and soon leased New York theaters to distribute films. He built a large film company and theater holdings, held sound patents, and sold his interest in 1930.
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William Fox
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New York City
Anent Flying Saucers Satire Invitation
Paul Gallico lampoons flying saucer anxiety by inviting readers to join a mock society Those-Who-Don't-Give-A-Hoot-About-Flying-Saucers a playful takedown of saucer paranoia and media hype. The piece mocks fear of Russians aliens and public panic while urging skepticism and humor.
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Moscow
Walter Raleigh
Broad and Main
South Pacific
McNaught Syndicate, Inc
Beware of percentages and the limits of numbers
In this column, Erich Brandeis warns against trusting percentages as proof of truth. He argues that crime rates, divorce changes, and stock moves are not absolute measures of outcomes, noting population shifts and nonlocal crime. He stresses that human value cannot be quantified by machines.
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Health Talks By Dr W A Womer City Health Superintendent
Goats and mares provide good milk for kids and colts while cows milk remains most popular. Milk is a fine food offering nourishment and vitamins. Everyone should have at least a pint daily and children as much as they can take.
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