Migrants and Canning Plants Frame a Coastal Economy
A report traces migrant workers from Virginia to New Jersey, noting harsh living conditions and public attitudes. It details the Tri State Packers association and its plants, keys numbers on canning output, wages, and year round employment, with state data for Virginia and Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxie
Elizabeth Gare
Virginia
Maryland
Delaware
New Jersey
Tri- State Packers’ Assn., Inc
Mayflower Near Plymouth Delays Spark Weather Confusion
Provincetown authorities and Plymouth officials monitor the Mayflower II as it remains about 200 miles west of Plymouth. Captain Alan Villiers says arrival could be Friday or Saturday, while Weather Bureau questions the lack of wind and efforts to reach Cape Cod for the signing commemoration.
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Provincetown
Mass
Plym
Plymouth
Ronald Forth
Alan Villiers
Lillie
Weather Bureau
Boston
Villier
Nantucket
Samuel Penn
Boston Weather Bureau
Villier’s
Cape Cod
Provincetown Way
Nicodemus National Bank opens new Virginia Avenue branch
A photo from Saturday's opening ceremonies shows Nicodemus National Bank at Halfway unveiling its Virginia Avenue branch. Centered is Thomas W. Panghorn, chairman of the board, receiving a boutonniere from Mrs Mil as the management team takes charge.
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New
Virginia Avenue
Nicodemus National Bank
Thomas W. Panghorn
Center
Nicodemus National
Mil
Migrants Move North in Small Atlantic Communities
The text notes 9 780 migrants this year, Delaware expects 4500 to 6000, mostly southern Black workers. About half of Delaware’s regular recruits are Puerto Ricans, with some Texicans also mingling. Some migrants travel independently, called free wheelers, arriving to meet labor needs. They peak in October and return southward as relief grows.
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DelaWare
Maryland
Shark
Actress Defends Soap Operas as TV Heats Debate
The piece notes actress Lydia Canfield defending daytime serials arguing soap operas offer depth and continuity. It contrasts serials with single-episode work, highlighting ongoing character development and emotional range across Brighter Day and Anniversary Waltz. The report also covers Gov McKeldin’s defense of Avery Owens for the Wicomico County school board appointment amid scrutiny.
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Uae
Charles Mercer
New York
Bennis
Mas
Muriell
Boston
Williams
Lydia Canfield
Cbs-Tv
Ly Targid
Sacandaga Park Theater
Gloversville
N.Y
Dover
N.H
Wilone
Threelliams
Committee inquiry on his fitness and character
A readers’ letter questions whether the committee objects to him as a man or citizen, noting the letter fails to state any grounds for objection. The brief remark implies scrutiny of his character without detailing specific issues.
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Annapolis
McKeldin
Wicomica County
Salisbury Chamber of Commerce
Avery W. Owens
Wicomic County
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Virginia Beach
Norfolk
Old Point
John Smith
Dread Bar
Baltimore
Lenvas
Washington
Flor
Saratoga
Waskington
Matom
S.W
Wash
B.C
AST Motor Ave
Car Life Magazine
CAR Life
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Dall
Chrysler Corporation
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Auto Club
Motor Trend Magazine
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U.S
Plymrouth
THE
Angels
Getty White
Lawrence Welk
Whitey the
Carstairs
Whitey
Loursville, KY
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