Nichols Sees Lighter Side Of The News
United Press columnist Harman W. Nichols recounts a quirky tale of how Starlings came to America. He credits Eugene Schieffelin of New York with releasing 60 birds in Central Park in 1890 to study Shakespeare. The birds spread nationwide, troubling hats and grain fields from New York to Texas.
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Nichols
Harman W. Nichols
United Press
Washington
Claude Mahoney
CBS
Louis Siegel
Siegel
Eugene, Schieffelin
New York
Schieffelin
Bill
Central Park
Middle West
Texas
Louis Siege
Dresden
China
Ten Years Ago Roosevelt to lead Allied invasion plan
December 23 1953 notes that Roosevelt kept the joint chiefs intact and Eisenhower would lead the Western Europe invasion. British bombers hit northwestern France heavily amid reports of German secret weapons programs.
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Roosevelt
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Dwight D. Eisenhowser
Europe
France
England
Ohio
George White
Mosier-Lawrence
James B. Lilley
Elyria and
Grafton
Grafton Township
Christmas parties and officers praised in local church groups
Mrs Hattie Coe chaired the Circle No 1 Christmas party at Mrs Harry Hange's home with 17 attending. Refreshments were provided by a committee. Mrs Cecil Wolf hosted Fidelity Bible class dinner at her home, served by Mrs Mary Sooy. A Christmas offering was taken for Miss Ruth Clement at DuRose Academy, Zillwood Florida. Officers were reelected at the Women's Missionary Society meeting at Mrs A W Welch's home with Welch as president and officers named Beulah Billman and Bassman.
Birthday Horoscope for Capricorn on December 23
On this first day of Capricorn you gain foresight dignity and caution making you a capable ambassador or statesman. You are practical and likely comfortable financially with a versatile imagination that can tempt trouble. You may become a successful salesman due to belief in what you sell and a good sense of humor enhances your charm.
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Saturn
Women learn sign language at Rochester optical plant
In Rochester New York around 30 women and their foreman in the temple manufacturing department of an optical plant have learned sign language to communicate with Esther Perry a drill press operator who began work there in 1920 Perry helped original workers learn the sign language and newcomers over the years adopted it as well
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Rochester
N. Y
U.P
Temple
Esther Perry
Miss Perry
Sharon
Students Recall Little About Carol at UConn
STORRS Conn INS Students at the University of Connecticut identify Scrooge with Lionel Barrymore, due to years playing the role on radio, but most recall only Tiny Tim and the ghosts. Prof William R Clark laments that A Christmas Carol is often talked about but seldom read.
Stops Complaints On Free Service
Indianapolis gas station signs declare no free service to avoid complaints. The quirky notice reflects wartime or economic strain driving free perks to be eliminated. No further details on station or date.
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Indianapolis
INS
Try and Stop Me by Bennett Cerf
A humorous tale about a mentally ill patient who claims a twin brother as the cause of many past mishaps. He jokes about dying and hid the twist that his twin was already buried, delivering a final diabolical laugh to the attendants.
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Bennett Cerf
GIs Spread Christmas Cheer Across Distant Lands
American servicemen abroad dedicate Christmastide to bringing joy to orphans and needy children. In Korea and Japan they organize parties and send gifts while plans reach Vienna and Germany with food drives and toy distributions. Tanks, helicopters, and Santa roles highlight the effort to brighten the holidays for thousands of war affected youngsters.
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U.S
Korea
Jon
Japan
Eighth Army
Fifth Air Force
Tokyo
Operations
U.S. Army
Vienna
Santa
Uncle Sam
Austria
Germany
East Germany
Supreme Headquarters
Allied Powers
Europe
Lausche Opposes Later Bar Closing in Ohio
Governor Frank J. Lausche voiced opposition to extending D-3A liquor permit closing times from 1 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. He warned late hours would worsen law enforcement problems and urged not only denial but earlier closing. He noted 840 D-3A permits issued and warned extension could make 2,300 bars eligible for late hours.
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Columbus
Frank J. Lausche
Liquor Control Board
Ohio Hotel Association
Lausche
Two Christmas programs at Maplewood school
West River Road reports two holiday events at Maplewood school with student performances. A Thursday program featured a band processional, choruses, solos by Gloria Camarillo and Patricia Woodings, and a narrating cast for a Nativity themed story, concluding with a joint chorus piece. Friday presented a Nativity play by fourth to sixth graders with readers and actors named, plus stage crew and lighting by school staff. Also attendees enjoyed Markley Unit Needlecraft Guild activities, moving pictures from California, and a Christmas tree decoration session with a salad course hosted by several hostesses.
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West River Road
Maplewood School
Gloria Camarillo
Carole Vetter
Gordon McIntosh
Tom Cipolla
David Janisko
Jack Bara
John Keller
Patricia Woodings
Glee Club
Ken Krieg
Judith Wolfe
Charles Stang
Karen Dean
Janice Smith
Edwin Leonard
Joe Oswalt
Michael Piazza
Joan Draginich
Norma Zvorac
Karen Miller
Julia Papas
Wilma Rodman
Janice Sanders
Richard Beeson
Suzanne Morris
Judy Sauer
Rosemary Greco
Richard Emery
Frank Doerflinger
Roy Hayhurst
Sterling Miller
Richard Nasipak
David O’conner
Nancy Neiding
Ruth McHenry
Carol Smith
Leora Souslin
Joyce Mason
Wayne Ryan
Thomas Maiden
Steven Sabolich
Henry Werner
George Eddy
Markley
National Needlecraft Guild
Leroy Schroeder
Clarence Woodlings
Lake Avenue
Herman Gerhart
California
Terry Woodings
Mabel Jaycox
Ellen Mengers
Grace Haynes
Ellen Gerhart
Woodings
Lowe
Edith Morris
Alcoholics Anonymous Preamble Notice
Alcoholics Anonymous presents a statement that alcoholism is a sickness and that help comes from mutual aid. It notes there is no charge for the service and provides a P O Box 322 as contact.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
P. O. Box
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Spencer
Elmer Edwards
John Weakley
Montgomery
Ala
Marvin Ingraham
William Moore
Florida
Ingraham
Harold Neptune
Moores
Moore
William Morrell
Warren Burkhart
Burk
Nick Kenny
King Features Syndicate
Fox Furniture
Bears Furniture
Kaplan’s Furniture
Mars Furniture
Elyria Furniture
Lady’s Bulova
Parker
Milton
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