Plastic Cloth Opens Many New Fields
A new plastic cloth material that stops shell fragments like armor was unveiled at the American Chemical Society meeting. Scientists from the University of Chattanooga and Johnson & Johnson described making experimental auto bodies, plane fuselages, and boats with it. The material, draped over a mold with liquid polyester plastic, forms a sandwich laminate that is twice as strong as structural steel pound for pound.
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Industrial Research Institute
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Specials Products Research
Johnson & Johnson Co
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China seeks extension of Sino-Soviet air pact
Chinese officials press for longer terms in the Sino-Soviet airline accord that gives Moscow control, despite a provision for alternating management. The Western border link remains the sole regular passenger route into Tihwa, with Chinese restrictions limiting landings for Russians.
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C I O P A C Backs Truman in November Race
President Truman receives a unanimous pledge of support from the C I O Political Action Committee. Philip Murray announces at the White House that the CIO-PAC endorses the Truman Barkley ticket following a CIO executive board vote.
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Democracy Called Best Foe of Reds
Youths attending pre conference discussions at the seventh annual New York State Community Services Council meeting hear that protection of democracy is the best weapon against Communism. Clarence A. Peters of New York City and Mrs. Howard Richardson of Pratt Kansas addressed the discussion groups yesterday.
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C A Beard Chronology and Works Highlight His Life
The obituary notes C A Beard born November 27 1874 in Indiana and educated at DePauw Oxford Cornell and Columbia. It chronicles his books including The Rise of American Civilization and An Economic Interpretation of the Constitution, his advisory work in New York and Tokyo, and mentions his survivors Mary and two children.
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Miriam Vagts
Sherman
William
Altadena
Calif
The Word Nerve Evolution from Tendon to Nerve
In early usage the term nerve derived from tendon or sinew, reflecting a shift in meaning. Over time the word broadened to denote vital fibers of the nervous system and the concept of courage or resilience emerged in metaphorical use.
Mitchum tied to Selznick in marijuana raid arrest
Actor Robert Mitchum, 31, faced narcotics officers after a late night raid on Lila Leeds and bandmate John Ford at Miss Leeds home. Police reported marijuana rare reefers found. Mitchum admitted past arrests and quipped about his occupation. He claimed two bosses loom over his fate.
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Laurel Canyon
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Barr
Hollywood dope raid nets arrests in mansion center
A pre dawn Hollywood narcotics raid linked to an eight month probe found Miss Leeds and others detained in central LA mansions. Bail was set at 1000 dollars each as officers recovered ciparets and described the suspect's two year habit and recent purchases. Mitchum remains noted for his film career including The Story of GI Joe and Crossfire.
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Mysterious attack on bride-to-be in New York
Joan Polakoff a 22 year old daughter of prominent criminal lawyer Moses Polakoff is recovering after a beating by an unidentified assailant. The attack occurred yesterday on the ninth floor of a building housing her father’s offices.
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Moses Polakoff
Sailor Refuses Change Buys Parking Fine
A sailor paid a $2 parking fine for a hitchhiking companion with $20 he owed the officer. The officer, unable to make change, accepted the bill and the motorist lost $20. The sailor left by a rear door saying he would return with change.
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NLRB Reverses Bargaining Ruling on Replacements Voting
The National Labor Relations Board ruled under Taft Hartley that workers replaced during an economic strike may not vote in bargaining elections. Replacements, however, may vote. The ruling reverses prior practice and affects union election eligibility.
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National Labor Relations Board
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Reversal of NLRB Policy On Striker Voting Rights
The change overturns an early National Labor Relations Board ruling that allowed strikers to vote while their replacements were ineligible. The decision restores parity in voting eligibility for workers involved in labor actions.
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Jeep Posse Formed to Patrol Wasatch Mountains
In Utah the sheriff builds a jeep posse to patrol rugged Wasatch terrain and respond to emergencies as Horsesp, a western conflict, loses another battle.
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Wasatch Mountains
Diversity of African Ancestors Reflected in American Lineages
Essay asserts that African ancestors of Black Americans embody tribal variety comparable to Europe’s nations, emphasizing broad human type diversity within African heritage. The piece debates racial unity and cultural identity through kinship and lineage.
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