Lingerie shopping on Broadway sparks tales and tips
A humorous survey of lingerie fashion on Broadway reveals names like Michele Marius, Linda Darnell, and Gloria Vanderbilt linked to delicate undergarments, lingerie prices, and department store scenes. The piece notes pajama jokes, monogrammed French lace, angel motifs, and shoppers debating gifts and budgets while mentioning notable societal figures.
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Fix It Yourself water-closet tank repair guide
Leaky water-closet tanks are common but fixable. Replace the rubber ball at the tank bottom and the washer in the valve plunger to stop constant water flow, and ensure rods and copper balls align with the lever and inlet valve. Obtain standard parts from a hardware store, or mail for a personal answer with a self addressed stamped envelope.
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Cobb
Empire State School Fire Blamed on Vandals
New York police report a Bronx school blaze at B.S. 2 built in 1870, ten firemen overcome by smoke. marshal Thomas Brophy called it vandalism. No serious injuries. Also: General Electric recalls 500 furloughed workers, 2,500 more out until gas service resumes. Buffalo man charged with theft from parked cars. mayor and police chief critique police activity. bus service halted as nine drivers strike.
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Bronk
Schenectady
General Blestricg Company
Jute Howell
Pittsburgh to Launch Municipal Parking Authority
Pittsburgh plans a municipal parking authority to acquire downtown space and accommodate over 26 000 cars amid ongoing street congestion. The move aims to ease the motorist headache and support business and shopping districts in the city.
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Pittsburgh
Steel City
At & Lime
Deaths Day Joy Wien Ro former editor and publisher
Joy Day Wien Ro, longtime editor and publisher for Amer... details are unavailable in the fragment.
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Elizabeths marital plans spark public curiosity
In London the noted bullish commentator A J Cummings urged public disclosure of Elizabeths marriage intentions. The piece notes a growing demand for explicit information on the Princess Elizabeth.
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CNS
A. J.cummings
Todey
Malta
Fire Probe Fruitless in Atlanta Hotel Disaster
The Fire Probe Fruitless report outlines difficulties determining the cause of the Winecoff Hotel blaze that killed 121. Fire Marshal Harry Phillips and Fire Chief Styron cited suspects, including a possible careless cigar, alcohol influence, and a mattress start point. Grand Jury Foreman Henry Chandler said findings will guide new inquiries as 217 missing or identified and 200 injured. Annie Leo Tewin, owner, vows a rebuilt, with $425,000 insurance on building and furnishings.
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Grand Jury
Henry Chandier
Allania Hospital
Mzai Annie
Court Takes Foremen Case Involving Packard Steel
Supreme Court may hear a case linked to the Packard Motor Company and a dispute between John Lewis and a mine operator over a tag tag new contract. The matter involves the United Mine Workers and representation of workers at Jones Laughlin Steel Corp. in Pennsylvania and is before the National Labor Relations Board. The Court will likely hear a review of the Packard code after a clerical error altered earlier proceedings.
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Packard’ Motor Company
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One Mans Opinion by Walter Kiernan
Walter Kiernan writes from New York City about gossip in Washington and global war politics. The column notes a dentists meeting, a closed office, and rumors about Gen Marshall and China, plus a Republican comeback storyline and reactions to the UN.
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China
United States stalls vote on UN permanent site
The United Nations permanent headquarters committee delayed a verdict on the east or west canal location for the UN home. Chief U S Delegate Warren R Austin proposed deferring the decision to the next General Assembly session. The move drew cool reception and no vote will occur until the committee meets again Wednesday.
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United Nations
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UN General Assembly
U. S
Warren R Austin
Mesidio
San Francisco
Austin
Two Americans Share Nobel Peace Prize Awarded in Oslo
Oslo reports King Haakon awarded the 1948 Nobel Peace Prize to Dr. John Melt and Emily Batch. The ceremony was led by Crown Prince Olav with government and Parliament members present.
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Oslo
Haakon
Norway
John Melt
Emily Batch
Olav
Buddies Fate Pills In On Orange NJ Go Tom J McGloukey
Army Captain Tom J. McGloukey was discharged today after a 10,000 mile nationwide tour to honor 50 soldiers he commanded in campaigns from Africa to Europe. He spoke of the journey as difficult but worthwhile and noted the families of the fallen were comforted by the tribute.
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Liverrock
England
Western Command
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Jeter
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N. J
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Nazi officer survives 35 foot dive from Nuernberg cell
Lt Col Karl Lechler, a high ranking SS officer, leaped from a Nuernberg cell in an attempted suicide. He suffered a fractured skull and broken neck and arms but survived the fall. He was taken to a US Army hospital in Fierth for treatment.
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