British Experts See Atomic Planes Within 10 to 15 Years
British nuclear experts predict atom powered aircraft could fly in 10 to 15 years. Harwell research explores several reactor types with Rolls Royce and others involved. Early designs favor seaplanes for heavy shielding, with later smaller engines. Key plans include a Napier Eland turboprop in a Convairliner 340 and a Roll-Royce Soar jet for a U S target drone.
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London
Atomic Energy Authority
Central Nuclear Agency
Britain
Harwell
Rolls Royce
U.S
D. Napier and Son Ltd
Convair
General Dynamics Corporation
U. S
Farnborough
Europe
North America
Rolla'Royce
Jewels Through History From Royal Riches to Modern Wealth
The article traces the growing accessibility of gems in 20th century America, contrasting past restrictions on women and classes with modern ability to wear rubies sapphires diamonds emeralds and pearls. It highlights ancient uses of jewels as currency and symbols of power, noting royal privileges and the allure that attracted explorers and rulers alike.
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Mrs. Jones
America
Mr. Big
Cleopatra
India
Reims
Mrs. Big
Rome
Isabella
Manhattan
Cortez
Columbus
Magellan
Marco
Electric Gadget to End Lawn Trimming Drudgery
A Porter Cable electric grass trimmer promises fast trimming reducing the time from hours to minutes. Weighing about 3% pounds with a five inch cutter and aluminum guard the tool cuts 24 000 strokes per minute and handles edges near walls fences and steep slopes. It claims to be 20 times faster than hand shears and enables precise trimming up against vertical objects and tall grass missed by mowers.
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Porter-Cable
Trimmer designed for juniors explores science answers
A feature on a kid friendly Trimmer bb set with a jam proof clutch and auto blade shutoff. It highlights a Millard Deutsch inspired aluminum handle tool answering a child’s questions about radio health weather and science.
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Patty
Ference le Vian
Ravents
Gus
Junior
Ranger
Millard Deutsch
Carll Company
Haner
Reading
Haner Cane
Asj
Where in Turkey Facts Spark World History Mix
A list from the Turkish Information Office in New York outlines famed “Wheres” across Turkey. It cites Cleopatra with Antony in Tarsus, the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Noah’s Ark at Mt Ararat, and Mary’s swelling places in Ephesus among others.
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Turkish Information Office
New York City
Cleopatra
Marc Antony
Tarsus
Turkey
Barsa
Mary
Jesus
Ephesus
Isisabel
St Sophia
Ararat
Kerensky and Beria Theorized Coup Links in Kremlin After Stalin
Exiled former Russian leader Kerensky discusses Beria and a suspected Caucasus counter revolution after Stalin’s death. He cites emigre meetings in Munich and a July 1953 German press report of Beria’s denunciation as a key clue, suggesting a planned purge within the Soviet leadership.
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Alexander Kerensky
Russia
Soviet Russia
United States
New York
Nana
Laurent P. Beria
Soviet Union
Stalin
Beria
Caucasus
Moscow
Kremlin
Munich
Eugene P. Gueguetchiori
Paris
Sueguetchkori
Cauicasus
Guegue
Gelehkori
Riviera of Uruguay Lures Summer Visitors With Coastline Luxury
The Montevideo coast in Uruguay enjoys a warm December to April season with prices for luxury living remaining moderate. Beachfront resorts from Carrasco to Punta del Este attract about 40 000 vacationers yearly, offering golf tennis and casino facilities along palm lined shores.
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Montevideo
Uruguay
Punta
Riviera
Pan American World Airways
Braail
Argentina
South America
Plate River
Carrasco
Atlantide
Pines
Lcalypius
Pirlapolis
Maldonado
Sceny
Punta del Bac
Mecca
Plate Aver
Jonch
Mojave Desert Transformed by Military Growth and Settlers
Barstow California reports a rapid Mojave expansion from a dry frontier to a booming 18 000 square mile region. Six military bases housing about 50 000 people drive development alongside farmers and retirees attracted by a 300 day growing season and new communities like Apple Valley and Palmdale. Edwards Air Force Base anchors a city of 12 000 with world class runways fueling futuristic flights.
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Mojave
America
Barstow
Calif. G
Mojave Desert
Ameriica
San Gabriel
San Bernardino
Colorado River
ARSEC
RNS
Edwards Air Force Base
Edwards Afb
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Traverse City
Mich
W. J. Norcross
Lake Michigan
Thomas Hynes
Fines
Atlantic
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Norcross
Fernos. Be. Vf
B. T. Clark
Tie Simei Guatee
Equiva
Lent
Kerensky
Presidium
Riviera of
Sa. America
Apple Valley
Palmdale
Death Valley
Coffin Range
Calif
Ney
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