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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1954
Page
6
Ford announces the Thunderbird a new high performance yet practical full size car. It features a 160 hp Y block V 8 engine a removable hardtop option and a cloth convertible top. Production begins next fall with public debut at the Detroit Auto Show on February 29.
The Ford Thunderbird offers either Fordo matic or standard transmission with a floor mounted short selector on the driver's right. Clutch and brake pedals are dash mounted. Wheelbase is 102 inches with 58 inch front tread and 56 inch rear tread. Overall length 175.5 inches and curb weight 2837 pounds. Ground clearance is 5.5 inches, slightly less than other Fords.
In a sudden blast and follow up fire at Boston Navy Yard overhaul, the aircraft carrier Leyte suffers catastrophic damage with eleven sailors and civilians trapped below. Steward Ward recalls the trapped officer asking for a chaplain and blood type as Morse code taps from the bulkhead reveal the tragedy.
A World War II account recalls Lieut Leonard De Rose dying after signaling SOS. Amid smoke and fire Protestants Catholics Jews and Negro mess hands joined in prayer. The story argues death dissolves religious lines and calls for Brotherhood Week as a national duty.
University of Michigan geologist Kenneth K. Landes warns oil hunters about doodlebugs and doodlebuggers. He notes the divining rod or forked twig is among gadgets used to locate underground oil, with legends claiming the rod twists toward oil or water.
Professor Landes explains oil detection hinges on unstable equilibrium of a rod and outlines geologic methods. He cites surveys and samples, then details geophysical tools magnetometer gravity meter and especially the seismograph to locate oil traps. Even with experts and instruments, only possible traps can be identified. Berra signs for $41,000 with the Yankees for next season.
Piasecki Corp announces a new 40 passenger helicopter model. The company highlights its increased capacity and potential for civilian and military transport roles. World mine tin production dipped in November noted in related industry data.
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