Famed Blues Singer Lizzie Miles Dies in New Orleans
Lizzie Miles, renowned blues singer and shouter in the Bessie Smith tradition, died in her sleep at a Catholic nursing home in New Orleans. She would have turned 68 on March 31. Miles performed with Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton and was praised as the Black Rose after breaking ground in Paris.
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Romans Unconcerned Over Rome Alterations Across City
ROME UP I The face of ancient Rome is being changed as palaces and parks sell to foreign interests and modern buildings encroach on ruins. Critics say the city is being mutilated, with Mussolini era demolitions and new embassies plus American built hotels altering monumental sites. The Italian press has reacted with protest over three recent developments.
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FASTEETH Teeth Aid Says No Slip Or Rock
FASTEETH is an improved powder sprinkled on upper or lower plates to hold false teeth firmly in place. It prevents sliding or rocking and avoids gummy taste. The alkaline non acid formula keeps plate odor breath in check and is available at drug counters everywhere.
Germaneness in the Senate: Dirksen and Diverse Topics
The piece notes a Senate debate on germaneness and recalls Everett Dirksen’s unrelated marigold remark. It lists varied topics from prayer, mining, pollution, and tax reform to World War II memorials, foreign agents, and notable birthdays, illustrating the chaotic scope of Senate discourse.
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Women Talk Faster Than Men in Light Humor Column
A humorous survey notes women talk about 175 syllables per minute versus 150 for men, Ireland’s marriage rate, and a tax exemption for Soviet midgets. It lists quirky facts from Toplady’s hymn on a playing card to Bible word counts, Prohibition health costs, King Frederick the Great’s coffee, and other assorted tidbits in a breezy AP column.
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Safest Possible Diet Released by Houston Scientist
Dr. Raymond Reiser of Texas A and M College biochemistry says the safest diet includes a little of everything. He argues fats are not poison and cholesterol is essential for hormone development and vitamin D synthesis.
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Test Your Horse Sense Puzzle Answers
Solve a 10 point quiz with five multiple choices and a matching section. The final section assigns points for phonetic alignments and professions including horse, ornithologist, surprise kiss, and optometrist.
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