Peaceful Power Atomic Energy Lights Lamps at Idaho Oven
Atomic energy heats a house in Oak Ridge and lights lamps in Arco Idaho using an atomic reactor. Dr Alvin Weinberg says peaceful power may rival TVA output and notes the need to prove atom work for civilizational benefit. He cites $200 million invested in ovens and outlines future reactors and artificial photosynthesis prospects.
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Alton L. Blakeslee
Oak Ridge
Tenn
Idaho
TVA
Alvin M. Weinberg
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Weinberg
Atomic Energy
Arco
Donald Kent and His Class Face Midyear Exam
Donald Kent, famed as the popular high school teacher, guides his students through self analysis and social responsibility. He fosters honesty, critical thinking, and awareness of bias while shaping future homes and careers amid lively class debates and personal questions. Edna shows special interest and a tense scene unfolds with Joe Melick and Anne Atwood.
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Donald
Siare
Iadio
Edna
Joe Melick
Anne Atwood
Anne
Senate backs broad military training plan run by UMT prospect
Senate Armed Services Chair Russell predicts congressional approval of a broad United Military Training system. He cites church opposition wavering but says rejection seems unlikely and hopes to begin modest UMT this year with a substantial program within 12 months. House action targeted by mid March. final witnesses include Donald P. Wilson of the American Legion, who favors UMT.
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Washington
Russell
D-Ga
Senate Armed Services Committee
Senate
Russel
House
Vinson
House Armed Services Group
Donald P. Wilson
American Legion
Cafeteria Style At Iowa Reformatory Planned
Prisoners at the Iowa Reformatory would be fed cafeteria style under a trial plan. Robert C. Lappen, chairman of the board administering state institutions, said the change would speed service and keep meals warmer with bread on tables and coffee served at meals.
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Associated Press
Anamosa
Iowa
Iowa Reformatory
Robert C. Lappen
Attorney Opposes Women on Juries in Los Angeles
Los Angeles reports quote Attorney Frank P. Doherty arguing women lack breadth of experience to be fair jurors. He contends juries become unbalanced with eight or ten women, weakening the jury system as he addresses the Lawyers Club.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Frank P. Doherty
Doherty
The
Lawyers Club
Police Advised To Be On Lookout For Bigots and Promoters of Hate
ATLAnta Georgia The Southern Regional Council urges police to curb racial tension and demagogy. A booklet race and law enforcement guides modern practice. The council warns against hate mongers who exploit prejudice for power, money, or votes, urging officers to prevent mob violence and protect equal rights.
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BEM Price AP
Atlanta, Ga
Southern Regional Council
Equal Opportunity For
Council
South
Narcotics Parties In High School Reported At Carrick High
Pittsburgh reports twoCarrick High School girls arrest tied to a wider network of heroin and marijuana use among teens. Special investigator James McKnight says the girl described meeting places in a hall, club, and lunch room for drug activity and planned a party for drug use but canceled it. Diaries found reveal teen interest in narcotics and a priest says about 50 Carrick students may be involved.
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Associated Press
Pittsburgh
Carrick
James McKnight
Juvenile Court
McKnight
Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraphic
Carrick High ‘School
Military Tribunal in Saigon Enforces Strict Discipline
Saigon Vietnam the first military tribunal under the government now operates here. Its judges are charged with enforcing strict discipline within Vietnam s youthful army.
Belgian Coal Price Soars Far Above 1939 Level
Brussels reports Belgian produced coal now costs about 14.60 dollars per ton, roughly five times the 1939 price of about three dollars. The Belgian rate stands as the highest among European coal producers according to official statistics.
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Associated Press
Brussels
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