Cary Grant Hides Fame Travels Slow Boats to Avoid Fans
Hollywood star Cary Grant reveals he travels by tramp steamer to dodge autograph seekers who swarm his films and profits. He recalls sleepless nights on luxury liners, fans outside his stateroom, and bar stools stacked with photos to sign. Grant, born Archibald Leach, rose from clown to screen icon and later preferred anonymity despite high profile marriages and public life.
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New Vote Rule Is Proposed For Wives Overseas
Ohio Secretary of State Ted W. Brown proposed extending absentee voting privileges to wives of overseas servicemen, matching those of the servicemen. He presented the plan to a legislative committee in Columbus, aiming for inclusion in the association’s recommendations to the next legislature. Ichihiro Hatta heads a newly formed Asian Wrestling Association in Tokyo.
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State payroll up 5,350 in six months finds split Welfare
State Auditor James A Rhodes reports a semi annual payroll rise of 5,390 employees to 46,420 workers for the six months ended June 30. Fulltime staff total 39,677 with Welfare being divided into mental hygiene and corrections, adding 3,025 positions as part of the split. The Highway Department shows gains as the report details ongoing departmental expansion.
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Jailbreakers Fled Belknap County Jail Before Breakfast
In Laconia New Hampshire Robert Dickerson 26 and Calvin Robbins 18 escaped the Belknap County Jail before daybreak as 14 other inmates refused to join saying they did not feel like fleeing on empty stomachs.
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No Steam Needed Now In Ware Weather Slows Construction
In Ware Massachusetts the hot and humid conditions stalled a sidewalk crew laying steampipes in front of a bank. The workers showed little enthusiasm as they faced the sweltering afternoon climate.
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Seasonal help postings rise in part time roles
Spots on seasonal help on a part time basis rose to 10 160 with an increase of 1 395. Ohio State University reported a 1 003 rise to 8 180. The figure reflects growing demand for temporary staff and university related assistants.
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Coast Guard and FBI Arrest Dover Man Over Uniform
A Guardsman helped a Dover Ohio man with a meal, then the FBI arrested him for illegal wearing of a uniform after he asked for a handout. The incident began with a free steak and dessert provided by the Coast Guard.
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Sidewalk Snow Clearance Planned Next Winter
City crews outline a plan to keep sidewalks clear of snow next winter. Officials emphasize timely plowing and salting to maintain safe pedestrian routes downtown and residential areas.
Cockroach Too Bold Shifts Blame After Traffic Crash
In Jacksonville a school teacher claimed a cockroach caused her to lose control and crash after grabbing at it while driving slowly. Police officer P L Howell issued a ticket citing the incident as the likely cause and the roach reportedly vanished amid the confusion.
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