Presidential Travel and Secret Service Key to History
The article recalls how presidential travel evolved from stagecoaches to modern journeys. It notes secret service expansion under Roosevelt and the wartime communications net that kept the president informed. The piece highlights rapid cross Atlantic message exchanges during Churchill and Roosevelt visits.
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Marshall speech pledges aid to Latin America at Petropolis
In Brazil at the inter American conference U S Secretary of State George Marshall reaffirms democratic principles and signals U S economic aid to Latin America through bilateral pacts. He says the United States will tackle economic questions with sister republics to establish practical cooperation. Mrs Woodard of Dallas leads anti skirt movement staging a street parade. Senator McCarthy urges Congress to aid disabled veterans. Princess Margaret Rose receives the title colonel in chief of the Highland Light Infantry on her 17th birthday in Balmoral Scotland.
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Truman Orders Three Way Shift in Immigration Top Post
President Truman reshuffles the U S immigration leadership with Ugo Carusi moving to the State Department to handle displaced persons resettlement. Watson B Miller becomes commissioner of immigration and Oscar Ross Ewing replaces Miller. The move follows Congress blocking quota relaxations as Truman forecasts a record treasury surplus and strong tax receipts.
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Caution to the Winds Sharp Rise in Buying Noted
The U S buying public shifts from economy-minded restraint to a liberal purchasing spree across most trades. Analysts warn of potential inflation if buying accelerates, while government economists hope the surge tapers off before a violent spiral.
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Editor's Note on Labor and Law Defiance in American Life
Jackie Lait writes on labor leadership, the Wagner Act, and political reactions. He contrasts defiant labor stances with graceful acceptance, cites investigations of island political immigration, and notes entertainment headlines from Sophie Tucker to Al Jolson. News items mix with column musings and society notes.
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George Wood
al Jolson
Colonial Inn
Miami
Bobby Newman
New Orleans
Jimmy Collins
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Palm Springs
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Rubylon Hall Novel Aims for Big Screen Bidding
The Great Tide a first novel due September 10 sketches Gone With the Wind influence after 20 years of writing. Rubylon Hall sent unsolicited galley proofs to film firms. one in ten thousand chance. Hall a Florida librarian earning 32.50 weekly, wife and mother of two with varied early careers. Nevada and Arizona growth plans appear amid mention of a $2.5 million Williams hotel near the Grand Canyon.
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Saratoga Winter Books Republican nomination betting
The betting board lists Dewey at even money Eisenhower 3 to 1 Taft 5 to 1 Warren and Vandenberg 7 to 1 Bricker and Stassen 10 to 1 No bets taken on Democrats.
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Know Your Government booklet explainer
Interesting questions about government answered in booklet No 202. It covers presidential relatives anthem history and impeachment facts. Send 25 cents to Weekly Newspaper Service for the pamphlet with address details.
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Household Care Tips From An Everyday Homemaker
When sanding unfinished furniture use fine sandpaper on a padded block and wipe with a lintless cloth. Wind wool onto a moth ball to deter moths if unused. Store files in a toolbox wrapped in heavy paper or cloth. Trim tops of root vegetables to preserve freshness. Clean glass straws with a pipe cleaner, using multiple cleaners for larger sizes. cleaners can be reused.
Shake Turkish Towels Before Drying For Best Nap
Shake Turkish towels vigorously before hanging to dry to remove wrinkles and raise the nap. Proper handling improves texture and softness for daily use.
Daily care tips for saddle shoes
Clean brown and white saddle shoes each day to maintain neat appearance. Avoid sloppy styling as it reflects poorly on overall outfit and groomed look.
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