Austrian couple finds new life with Navarre hosts
An Austrian couple, Francis Benedict and his wife, arrived from Vocklabruck after being placed by the Brethren Church Service Commission with Hugo Wanner and family of Navarre. They exchange farm help for housing and duties, adjusting with German as their bridge and learning English as neighbors offer support. The Benedicts, who lived in a displaced persons camp, express gratitude for a seamstress wife finding housekeeping work and for a fresh start in the United States.
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Francis Benedict
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Vocklabruck
Austria
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Switzerland
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Warner
Mrs. Benedict
Budapest
Hungary
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India's Neutrality Frightens British Commonwealth Chiefs
London dispatch reports India seeks a neutral stance in world affairs alarming defense chiefs of the British Commonwealth. Conference sources say India's manpower and supply potential could be pivotal in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, with Nehru insisting on no role in Commonwealth defense.
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India
British Commonwealth
Thas
Commonwealth
Southeast Asia
Middle East
Nehru
Truman Signs Defense Fund Bill for $42 Billion
President Truman signed a supplemental defense appropriation of 42 billion dollars for the current fiscal year. The measure includes 19.8 billion in cash and 224 million in contract authority for the maritime commission to build fast cargo ships. Allocations cover 16.8 billion to the Defense Department with 9.2 billion to the Army, 3.0 to the Navy, and 4.6 to the Air Force, plus 1.07 billion to expand the atomic energy program and 1.83 billion to accelerate strategic material stockpiles. A drain tile section may be buried for winter storage of vegetables with a tight cover.
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Truman
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Armed Services
Army Department
Navy
Air Force
New Wood Preservative Could Save U.S. Millions
Officials report a new metallic wood preservative made of copper and zinc may cut rot and deterioration, save millions annually, and boost forest conservation by reducing lumber demand. The chemical can be coated with varnish or clear paint.
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Wallington
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U S Envoy Caffery Marks 25 Years In Cairo
U S Ambassador Jefferson Caffery celebrated his 25th year heading the U S diplomatic mission in Cairo. Born in Louisiana, he is 64 and has 40 years in the State Department, with prior post as ambassador to France and assignments worldwide.
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Egypt
U.S
Jefferson Caffery
State Department
Caffery
France
Sweeping fleece center with bold blue trim and red lining
A description of a Stroock fleece centerpiece featuring a sweepingly loose cut with a deep cut, push-up sleeves, and hand-stitching. Electric blue or aquamarine outer fabric contrasts with a firebird red lining, creating a striking color pair.
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