Editorial on citizenship and the American Youth League program
The article argues for improved civic education through the American Youth League at Morgan Park High School led by Dr. Eston V. Tubbs. It urges understanding of the Constitution, democratic ideals, and global citizenship, outlining seven objectives and methods to foster informed, nonviolent civic participation among youth.
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United States
America
Illinois
Morgan Park High School
Eston V. Tubbs
American Youth League
League
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Rural fire protection aims to cut farm losses nationwide
Out West a new rural fire protection movement uses motorized equipment and improved roads to extend protection to farms within ten miles of headquarters. The Farm Underwriters Association sets standards and credits farm property in rates, projecting rapid rural district growth and a potential halving of annual fire losses valued at about one hundred million dollars.
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Central West
Agricultural Committee
National Fire Waste Council
Farm Underwriters Association
Public Opinion and Knowledge in Government
Quoted statement by George Washington stressing the need to promote institutions that diffuse knowledge and to enlighten public opinion as a function of a strong, informed government.
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America
George Washington
High School Graduation Rate Among U.S. Students
Nationwide data indicate that over half of high school entrants complete graduation each year about 1,000,000 students graduate annually.
States Move Toward Uniform Driver Licensing Law
Safety authorities say passage of a standard drivers license law by all 48 states is key to reducing the automobile death and accident toll. The push aims to harmonize license tests and Jamie enforcement nationwide.
Quiet Congress Expected to Follow President's Wishes
The article notes a widely forecasted calm Congress likely to support the President with minimal opposition, suggesting a smooth legislative period ahead.
Saving of $1 000 000 to Illinois Coal Mines Revealed by Research
University of Illinois engineers report that annual recovery of waste from Illinois coal mines could save over 1 million dollars. Recovering 700 000 tons at 1.50 per ton would boost Illinois coal income by 1 million. Mechanical cleaning could cost 30 cents per ton, yielding 8 to 50 cents profit per ton and daily gains of 7 to 59 dollars per mine.
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Illinois
University of Illinois
Coyde M. Smith
David R. Mitchell
Engineering Experiment Station
Bulletin
Ilinois
Illini Engineering Aids With Large Air Conditioning Unit
A University of Illinois program introduces a 42 foot long air conditioning apparatus. The unit, designed for 100 students, supports winter and summer cooling and includes filters, steam temper coils, an air washer, re heating coils, and automatic controls.
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University of Illinois
Illinois Studies Auto License Improvements
Professor C. C. Wiley completes a study for Edward J. Hughes on readable Illinois license plates. The recommended design features two-line numbers, larger state and year indicators, and removal of borders to emphasize the number, state, and year for quicker recognition at distance.
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Illinois
C. C. Wiley
University of Illinois
Edward J. Hughes
Hughes
Wiley
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