Models on the Broadway Show Train reveal harsh wage shifts
Miss Rosemary Williams, a Chicago model, discusses the changing pay scale in the industry while aboard Mike Todd's Broadway Show Train to New York. She notes many models face discouragement and marriage as pressures rise, with rates dropping to ten dollars an hour while others earned fifty. The train ride features photos, fashion shows, and candid remarks from stars and agents, highlighting a tough, highly competitive field.
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Roosevelt Nominator Marks 75th Birthday in Poughkeepsie
John E. Mack a longtime Roosevelt backer and Dutchess County landowner observes his 75th birthday. He twice nominated Roosevelt for president and previously backed him for state senate, with nominations in 1910 1912 and at Chicago 1932 and Philadelphia 1936.
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Louisville buses roll again after TWU pay deal
Louisville workers voted to accept settlement terms giving a five cent hourly raise to bring pay to 1 31. The strike ended after midnight May 31 as Transport Workers Union members approved the agreement.
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Hong Kong Reassured on Remaining Crown Colony
British Defense Minister A V Alexander reassured Hong Kong authorities of government resolve to keep the crown colony. He later left for Singapore with Air Marshals Lloyd and Eliot, praising Hong Kong naval efficiency and preparations by land sea and air forces.
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Deaths of notable figures across nations and arts
Louis Jean Malvy 74 former French Interior Minister who spent years in exile after a 1918 treason trial died in Paris. Augustus M Ryón 57 first president of Montana State College in Bozeman died in New York City. Clariss M Noxon 303 performer who sang and danced on the New York stage before the Civil War died in Long Beach California.
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Court Lands K O On Five Cent Beer Case
Bir and Mrs Arnold Lape owned a tavern in Schenectady and alleged eight breweries and distributors refused to sell them draught beer after they cut price to a nickel on March 26. Justice William L Best dismissed the application for improper service, without prejudice, allowing a later attempt.
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Sitdown by Truman Seen
Senator Cain of Washington described two government sitdowns in Washington as attempts to sabotage the Truman administration and the registration program. He warned the House and public about the dangers of acting on motives he attributes to the president and Democrats.
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Attacks on Homes Laid to Pupils in Georgia
Police report several sneak attacks on the homes of high school teachers. Pupils angry at dunking teachers are blamed for arson attempts and property damage. The superintendent Schosi Anriev’s home was targeted in a blaze attempt. Bricks were thrown at another teacher’s windows and his house was ransacked.
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One Man Opinion by Walter Kiernan on mining labor
Walter Kiernan lampoons John Lewis and mine contracts with humor about excess coal, shoveling remedies, royalty ideas, and miners taking a paid week off. The piece plays with contract terms and labor dynamics while mocking managerial decisions and wages.
Trucker Held In Double Fatal Stabbing Case
A trucker, Reb Cemberling, is held on charges in a downtown apartment attack that killed Mrs Jean Millis and her nine year old son Reaten Millis. Capt James Helly said an oral statement cited revenge as motive. Bail set, awaiting further proceedings.
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Britain to supply arms to Palestinian groups sources say
Informants indicate Britain plans limited arms shipments to Palestinian factions for internal security. The move, discussed with UN mediator Dr Haiph Bunache, would involve small quantities and aim to avoid violating the Middle East arms embargo.
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Prince Philip turns 28 as London honors him
Flags from government offices and other London buildings rise in tribute to Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh on his 28th birthday as Princess Elizabeth's husband.
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