Silence as Czech ballots protest Communist rule
Report describes a 1948 Czechoslovak election where a single Communist ticket stood, blank ballots were dangerous to cast, and government observers tallied about 800000 blanks amid secret counting. Citizens risked retaliation yet voiced protest through silence.
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Alue
Prague
Ministry of the Interior
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Safety on the Farm and Rural Injury Trends
The National Safety Council notes 19 500 farm fatalities and nearly 2 000 000 injuries in the year amid efforts by 441 local clubs to cut farm accidents. Progress includes a 20 000 decrease in fatalities from the prior year, urging continued work as rural life modernizes.
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United States
National Safety Council
Not Jesse James in Lawton Aged Impostor Tale
An elderly man in Lawton Oklahoma claimed to be Josue Jones a bandit killed in Missouri over six decades ago and produced an affidavit. The piece notes skepticism from local observers including Rab McWhorter and Jesse James Jn Long Bear who recall the shooting of his father.
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Josue Jones
Missouri
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Tease
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Xyn
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Jesse Janviea
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Long Bears
Galil
Hospital
Unconfirmed Appointments Nettle Senate In 1948 Session
The article notes that as of May 11 the Senate had not acted on 1034 of 3220 civilian nominations, many for postmasterships. Republicans accuse Democrats of tying up appointments for 16 years and promise to appoint their own after 1949, while denying spoils-system motives. The president can issue recess appointments to bypass action.
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Congress
Crimson
Senate
Truman
Tolfill
GOP
Dad
Atos
Bateh
Bates
Mom
Hans
Royal Greek Orthodox Wedding Ties Romania to Athens
In a private ceremony at the royal Athens palace chapel, Romania’s exiled King Michael wed Princess Anne of Bour bon-Parnia amid a city at war. Anne becomes Queen Anne of Romania, a consort without throne, as the couple depart for a honeymoon at King Paul’s summer villa. The event drew romantic Athens crowds despite austerity and upheaval, with Byzantine rites, rings, wine, and ceremonial dancing marking the union.
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Romania
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Anne of Bour
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Carol
Nicholas
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Anne of
Romenia
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Tatal
Elizabeth
Duke of Edinburgh
London
Looking At Life From The Waldorf Astoria Homemaker
The column cites a Waldorf Astoria magazine interview with Miss Foley head housekeeper noting annual replacement costs for hotel furnishings. It highlights high wage and supply price increases, with Miss Foley managing 200 day maids 45 night staff and 240 cleaners and other workers. It contrasts domestic budgets with luxury hotel economies in a broader take on rising living costs.
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New York
Hite
Miss Poley
Miss Foley
Vse
Etiquette Hints For Quiet Guests At Gatherings
A periodic reminder to include a guest who is dis inclined for talk. Do not stare or single them out. Include them in activities and let them enjoy themselves in two quiet ways without pressure.
The Parent Problem and Library Reading Habits
Garry C. Myers argues parents neglect public libraries for young children citing NYC cases. He urges parents to visit libraries with toddlers 3 4 and reinforce reading at home to foster lifelong library use and reading interest.
Greece teetering toward a service government debate
Washington views Greece's year of political change as a mostly negative shift. Analysts caution that a move toward a military led service government risks dictatorship and could embolden anti communist repression, complicating U S policy in postwar Europe.
One Man's Opinion Pf Walter Kiernan
In this column, Kiernan mocks congressional action as chaotic and ill considered. He jokes about nematode rights and a protest march on Washington being delayed until the pests prove they can vote, while noting the political games around potato prices and the term about an "ever-normal granary" post.
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Ylang
Washington
Perth
Me To You History Of New Castle Celebrates Past
A call for items for a historical museum during the Sesqui celebration in New Castle appeals to residents. The Sesqui Headquarters seeks photos, articles, and artifacts from old days, promising careful handling and return. Mention notes John Carlyle Stewart as early ironworks founder and city pioneer.
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Good Old Cays
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Buick
John Carlyle Stewart
Righn
Tag- Bert Stadium
Sageant
Land of plenty and liberty in Just Folks verse
A fragmented poem laments and praises the land as a place of plenty and freedom. It envisions childhood, motherhood, and shared fortune while warning against tyranny and fear. The piece blends reverent, biblical phrasing with impressions of national idealism and communal rights.
Bible Thought Lost Fragmentary Verse Note
Fragmentary OCR note references a Bible thought or verse fragment with garbled text mentioning contempt or disdain and a poor or low state. No clear names, dates, or events emerge from the readable portion.
Vandenberg Faces House Vote on Marshall Plan and UN Charter
Washington columnist notes Senator Vandenberg's political risks as House pivots against the Marshall Plan. He cites Tabor's speech challenging State Department figures and warns the GOP may shift on international policy. The piece also covers Britain’s Palestine role, Voice of America critiques, and plans to swap teachers with Europe and South America.
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Early Careers of Alan Yung and Jean Artinr in Stage and Screen
Alan Yung parlayed radio experience into a print shop and night club gigs before moving to New York for his first film role in Margie. Jean Artinr, born in New York and later married to producer Frank J. Ross Jr, moved from modeling to theater before Hollywood success in the late 1920s.
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Health Talks By DE W. 4. YOMER City Meaty Superintendent
A fragmented discussion on parenting, school training gaps, and the difficulty for parents to learn child-raising skills. References to fathers mothers and children portray the need for more guidance and teachers in child development.
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Southern revolt looms over Truman ballot issue and electors
A tainted loyalty dispute within the Southern wing of the Democratic Party sparks talk of removing the Democratic presidential candidate’s name from ballots in several states. Analysts note that Southern electors could tilt the race, possibly withholding votes or supporting an independent or Republican. The outcome hinges on the state delegations and ongoing political maneuvering.
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