Notable society and entertainment bustle in New York
A sweeping column notes John Astor to inherit The London Times and Nancy Benton in playgirl circles, Garbo sought by Vogue publisher, Joan Myles elopes to Las Vegas with Don Vandegriff, and Oscar Hammerstein’s ward wed in Doylestown. It also cites military and political chatter, film industry trends, and Broadway culture with towns, names, and recent marriages or plans.
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John Astor
London Times
Nancy Benton
Powers
Vogue
Garbo
Frankie Carle
Marjorie Hughes
Joan Myles
Vegas
Don Vandegriff
Beverly Hills
Oscar Hammerstein
Doylestown
Dwight Whitney
Time-Life
Pres. Harding
Gen. Clay
Lise Koch
Bernadotte plan secret origins leak from Rhodes meeting
An insider account reveals a four person Rhodes gathering on Bernadotte’s plan. Present were Sir John Troutbeck Robert McClintock Count Bernadotte and Dr. Ralph Bunche. The British demanded Negev handover to Arabs, US resistance, and mediation shifted to US British you. McClintock relayed the text to Washington as the Negev condition shaped the proposal. The plan was never shown to Israel or Arab leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhodes
Bernadotte
Sir John Troutbeck
Egypt
Robert McClintock
U. S. State Department
Count Bernadotte
Ralph Bunche
Bevin
Negev
United Nations
Israel
State Department
McClintock
Holy Land
United States
John Troutbeck
Palestine
Bunche
Washington
Elephants From India Fall To Modern Economics
In inflation times elephants become cheap as Maharashtra troubles hit maharajah wealth. Ceremonial Indian elephants drop to as low as $60, with new smaller budgets forcing rajahs to sell palaces and cut retinues. From Baroda's 10 million yearly state grant to panic sales, the rajah class faces financial overhaul while Ike Eisenhower painting and John L. Lewis salaries symbolize shifting fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Gaekwar
Baroda
Howdah
Vanishing Americanisms in a Morning Newspaper
A miscellany notes common phrases and slang cited by Bob Sheriffs. It mentions a billeted Hollywood script transcription via new electronics and hints at rapid transcription of speeches by Molotov or Vishinsky. An Army announcement comments on discipline and profanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchenwald Concentration Camp
Secy
War Royall
Molotov
Vishinsky
Thanksgiving Feast Planning Tips and Table Decor
Thanksgiving is a major holiday and signals the start of the season. Plan a hearty spread well in advance and create a simple ivory linen tablescape with sparkling glassware and polished silver for a neat, festive table.
Thanksgiving Menu with Oyster Appetizer and Roasted Turkey
A full holiday menu outlines baked oysters with cheese, roast turkey with Apple Sausage Stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, cranberry salad, and pumpkin pie. It includes a complete stuffing recipe, roasting guidance, and optional first courses and desserts.
Electricity Brings Safe Water for Livestock in Cold Months
Tests show electric water warming is economical for livestock with costs as low as 1.40 dollars monthly at two cents per kilowatt. Experts advise compact tanks under 150 gallons with insulation and a baffle board to minimize heat loss and air movement.
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Dobbin
Bossy
Farm accidents strike men and boys most on 15,000 farm survey
A Department of Agriculture survey of 15 000 farms finds four times as many accidents among men and boys aged 14 to 65 as among women and girls. Falls are most common, especially on steps or from vehicles, with 25 to 45 the riskiest age group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
Attention to horses feet during the stabled period
Disease and injury from poor stable conditions affect horses during stabled periods. Four common hoof problems include brittle and spongy hoofs thrush and foot canker. Clean dry floors help prevention and feet should be trimmed at least once a month.
Yuletide Gift Idea for Smokers Camels and Prince Albert
Suffering pocket-book pinch this season? A practical gift idea is a Camel cigarette carton or Prince Albert Smoking Tobacco. The Camel carton holds 200 cigarettes and both brands come with festive wrapping and space for a Merry Christmas message.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Man About Town
Winston Churchill
B. T. Batsford
R. Fleet
Consolidated Aircraft
New York
California
Milion
Sonny Griswold
Savings Bank
Jerry Pierce
The
Social Register
Robert Weiss
Virginia Huston
D. Brian
Thuttz
57Th Street
B’way
B. c
Intelligenstia
Westport
Justin Sturm
Theresa Helburn
Lili Foldes
Dutton
Doubleday Doran
Damsey Wilpon
George Glass
London
Churchill
Agriculture Department
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Civil Aeronautics Board
Harold A. Jones
American Airlines
Dan Gribbon
Jones
Air Force
Seth Richardson
Northwest Airlines
Lphillips
Ike Eisenhower
John L. Lewis
Bob Sheriffs
Army
Tanna Bev
BORL
Thousand Island
Lynn
WNN Features
Old Man
U. S
Gensco Tool Division
General Steel Warehouse CO. Inc
Vario N Rotor
Whicono
Pinkham
Lydia E. Plakhem
Dean
Doans
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