Washington sees need for steady air force policy and budget
Washington faces debates over the Baker board’s call for a 2,200 plus strong military air force with trained pilots and integrated service, urging continuing appropriations and domestic air industry growth, while Congress remains skeptical and inflation concerns loom amid global tensions and a drought threat to agriculture.
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Names Rise and Fall in English Public School Lists
A Boston Transcript summary notes a shift toward simpler given names in English public schools. John dominates the lists now, with Peter nearly absent 70 years ago. Robert and Richard surge, Michael and Anthony enter the top ranks, while William remains steady. Girls show many Georges and Marys but few royal names. The piece contrasts British naming with American trends and hints at political naming during Hanoverian struggles.
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Peter
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Richard
Michael
Anthony
William
Horatio Nelson Smiths
Arthur Wellesley
Williams
William Ewart Gladstone Joneses
Benjamin Disraeli Thompsons
Animals Made Up for Motion Picture Work
A St Louis Globe Democrat writer notes animal makeup is a distinct craft with jungle beasts kept in guarded cages on film lots. The makeup man uses oversized files and long handled combs, applying beauty gear as he moves between cages to prepare animals for camera.
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Animal Kingdom
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Moving animal welfare notes in film studios
The text describes how animals in motion pictures are groomed and trained to appear either ferocious or amiable. The process focuses on clipping fur and meticulous care to ensure safety for workers on set while shaping animal behavior for audience appeal.
Rocket for Jack Victims Invention Aids Rescue
The sinking Blip crew will have a better chance of rescue using a newly invented rocket from Boenig Germany. Tests show the device launches automatically when in water and can be operated by men floating at sea. It rises high and releases parachute flares visible for about two minutes.
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Boenig
Germany
Badstag Tory
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