Bible Film From Huston Receives High Praise and Caution
AP writer Bob Thomas notes The Bible directed by John Huston is a visually stunning epic that admirably departs from standard biblical clichés. He praises the Opening Creation and Eden sequences, Noah’s segment, and the flood, while calling its scope limited to Genesis chapters 1 through 22 and critiquing its overall consistency with Huston’s best works.
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Saigon harbor backlog blamed on U S feud at top levels
Shipping at Saigon port again faces backlog with 60 freighters waiting to unload as US Army AID and Allied authorities clash over management. Experts urge Washington action and contractor supervision for unloading war goods. Additional river berths under construction may take months to finish.
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Diamonds Still Friendly Stone See Price Rise in Markets
AP reports Diamond Trading Co and De Beers syndicate controls about 90 percent of world supply. August price increases averaging 7.25 percent spread globally with consumer hikes of 10 to 12 percent. Labor, mounting costs, and higher demand push prices, while stockpiles help retailers delay cuts. A 33 carat solitaire rose from about 200 to 225 dollars. Diamonds hold value and are often under insured.
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Sobering-Up Station Under Attack in Moscow Satire
Moscow satire targets the sobering-up stations accusing them of being too hospitable. Evening Moscow derides local “champions” who visit infrequently, pay eight rubles, and wander off after a wash up. No formal records exist to prove any champion status at Moscow Sobering-Up Station No.7.
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