Robot planes and missile race reshape Cold War arms balance
A U S Navy report describes a robot guided aircraft attack off Korea on September 1 with a TV guided weapon. Lt. Dr. Lawrence A. Kurtz notes U S stores allow large scale robot campaigns in Korea. Western officials fear USSR may lead in guided missiles, citing V-1 V-2 lineage and recent Soviet warship platforms.
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Thule Air Base Emerges as Arctic U S Outpost
The article notes the rapid development of Thule air base on Greenland is the northernmost U S outpost and a potential staging ground for intercontinental bombers. It reports its 90 000 acre site at the western Greenland coast and its strategic distances to Moscow and Asian cities.
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Mystery Disease Polio Puzzles Readers Again
A historical article surveys polio as a mystery disease with uncertain transmission and causes. Dr J J Condon notes theories ranging from flies to contaminated food and water, while highlighting occurrences in remote areas and discussions of migratory birds as a possible factor.
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Lumbermens Mutual Casualty Company
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Tito secret marriage to 28 year old army major in Yugoslavia
The Yugoslav government announced Marshal Tito, aged 60, has married 28 year old Yugoslav army major and ex-partisan fighter Jovanka Budisavljevic in a secret ceremony. The couple invited guests including British Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden to their reception.
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Anthony Eden
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All in the Game and Sporting Ironies
A Dass of noisy sports reflections on leagues and stars. Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, and Eddie Arcaro are cited in anecdotes about slumps and training. The piece contrasts the rabbit at the dog track with big league neglect and notes the grind behind peak performances.
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Ty Cobb
Eddie Arcaro
New Of The Year Trage Die For Yankees Eddie Lopat Shoulder
A fragment lists Eddie Lopat’s shoulder injury as a notable Yankee setback. It also includes curious historical notes on sports origins from 1611 cricket to early football scoring rules and lightweight home remedies such as rock dust treatment and repair tips for pipes and eyeglasses.
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