Flood control dams urged for Middle West plains
The mississippi and its tributaries flood vast lowlands attracting millions of people. Levees fail to prevent flood surges. dam construction on the Bluestone River near Hinton and at Grafton is cited as a practical control, despite high costs. Proponents argue dams protect rich agricultural lands and reduce flood damage.
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Mississippi
Missouri
Des Moines
United States
Trafton
Bluestone River
Hinton
Ol’ Man Ribbih
Grafton
Middle West
Displaced Persons Debate Lingers in Congress
Displaced persons in Europe draw comment from lawmakers yet lack enough support in Congress to reach the floor this year. Termed humanitarian pilgrims by some, they prompt discussion among legislators though no decisive action is imminent.
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Europe
United States
Congress
Immigration Policy Divides On Displaced Persons Aid
Senators defend admitting 400,000 displaced persons over four years, arguing they can fill farm and other labor needs. opponents fear housing strain and argue repatriation. Advocates note many DPs are farmers and that postwar immigration remains below prewar levels, with DPs requiring sponsors and self-sufficiency before entry.
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Ment
Fomer
Marley Kilgore
Mexico
West
Chapman Revercomb
West Virginia
Gossett
Texas
Europe
America
United States
Henry Wallace Aims Vague Stance Amid Turbulence
Observers note Henry Wallace speaks in vague terms as turmoil subsides, leaving many unsure of his precise policy positions and future course.
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Henry Wallace
Are Humming Birds Still Seen Today In Our Area
A reader asks if humming birds still exist amid claims of their decline. The note recalls past sightings, describes nectar-licking behavior on morning glories, and wonders about nesting and wintering locations, noting migratory tendencies and life cycles remain unclear.
Airliners Carry Passenger Insurance And Airship Coverage
James Marlow reports on airline and airship passenger insurance practices. Airlines insure passengers and planes, with typical passenger coverage around 30,000 dollars and annual plane insurance near four percent of value. Example costs: a 50 passenger, 250 mile flight could incur about 18.75 dollars in passenger insurance. a new 500,000 dollar plane might incur about 20,000 dollars yearly. Government sources note insurance rates for passengers have declined recently due to more passenger miles flown, despite crashes.
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James Marlow
Associated Press
Washington
Air Transport Association of America
Sleep drug aids cure of psychic deafness in veterans
Dr Herman Semenov reports dramatic hearing gains in war veterans with psychosomatic deafness treated with the sedative sodium pentothal at Hoff General Hospital. He notes 90 percent improvement in pure functional cases, with 76 percent improving when organic disease is present, and an average gain of 55 decibels in psychological deafness. Similar civilian cases may be more common than thought.
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Alton L. Blakeslee
Associated Press
Science Reporter
New York
Herman Semenov
Beverly Hills
Calif
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Otolaryngology
Semenov
Hoff General Hospital
Santa Barbara
Better Eating Ahead for American Family in 1960
AP News features writer Joan L. Springer reports a Twenty Century Fund survey forecasting higher per capita income lifting 1960 diets. More meat dairy citrus and vegetables, more bread and baked goods, and increased eating out due to travel. Foods outside the home to 26 percent of spending.
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Joan L. Springer
New York
Twentieth Century Fund
Hohenzollern Secession Movement Gaining Local Support
AP dispatch from Heching en Germany describes a move to declare an independent Hohenzollern country. Leaflets urge allegiance to a faded royal line led by Peters Leyns of the Christian Social Union, amid French oversight and German resistance, with plans to proclaim from Lindich Castle thwarted by Prof Carlo Schmid.
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AP News
Hechingen
Germany
Geremany
Hohenzollern
Wilhelm
Kaiser
Peters Leyns
Christian Social Union
Denazification Court
Legns
Geremans
Lindich Castle
Carlo Schmid
Bismarck
Lichtenstein
Prussia
Wurttemberg
300 Railroads Versus 22 Unions In 1947 Labor Battle
The Associated Press reports railroad labor unions are more united and politically stronger than in 1946, with about 1% million workers involved across 300 railroads. Two blocks fight for wage hikes and new rules, including general raises for 17 unions and rule changes for five operating unions, amid ongoing industry-wide bargaining and potential future strikes.
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Associated Press
Washington
Congress
Chicago
Truman
Crosser
Rep
Ohio
AFL
CIO
Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association
Brotherhood of Railroad
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Order of
AFL Switchmen’s Union of North America
Railway Labor Act
National Mediation Board
T Rainmen
A. F. Whitney
Deserted snowbound chase ends with move toward San Francisco
Larry and Carol flee a snowbound cabin pursued by masked assailants. After discovering tampering on the car and mounting danger, they descend a steep pine grade to a Truckee store and bus station. Larry buys tickets to San Francisco and reveals a troubling newspaper detail Carol must face.
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Carol
Larry
Mrs. MacDonald
Gregory MacDonald
Gregory
San Francisco
Truckee
MacDonalds
Myers Grade
Sa Francisco
Reich After War Related In New Book THE HINDEN DAMAGE
James Stern’s new book reports on postwar Germany through V E Day missions and interviews with Germans in cities like Stuttgart Munich Nuernberg and Frankfurt He portrays a cross section of people including educated “Responsible Ones” who remain politically ignorant and the Nazis who still deny guilt The work combines personal recollections with Stern’s observations to form a vivid narrative of survivor guilt and national responsibility.
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James Stern
Harcourt, Brace
Stern
Europe
Main Street
Joe Doakes
Fritzie-boys
Paris
London
Stuttgart
Munich
Nuernberg
Frankfurt
Hich
Hitler
America
England
Russia
Van Heflin Gets Color For Radio
Hollywood star Van Heflin spends an evening with Gene Handsaker riding through Los Angeles in police escorts. Heflin prepares to replace Bob Hope on radio as Detective Philip Marlowe starting June 17, researching precincts and radio cars to add authenticity to the character.
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Gene Handsaker
Hollywood
van Heflin
Los Angeles
Van
Bob Hope
Philip Marlowe
Radio Cay 11-A
John Breisingher
Bill Lesner
Usl
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