Reds Explode Second Atomic Bomb and Civil Defense Tags
The week’s news reports a second atomic bomb explosion by the Soviet Union, with the White House stating the device confirms weapon development. A British source suggests a stockpile of about 50 bombs. The Federal Civil Defense administration recommends civilian ID tags bearing name, address, blood type, religion, and contact details for safety and postwar claims. Senate leaders question the White House renovation, approving funds for continued reconstruction of the building.
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Stalin
Russia
Soviet Union
Klaus Fuchs
Bruno Fontecorvo
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Civil Defense Administration
United States
Senate Appropriations Committee
Tampa Mafia Ties Highlighted in Crime Senate Report
The Crime Committee details Tampa’s underworld where Mafia backed gambling and narcotics thrived, noting 14 murders and six attempts in 19 years with few convictions. Salvatore Italiano and Sheriff Clifford Culbreath feature as central figures amid Cuban bolita operators and local racketeers.
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Salvatore
Red) Italiano
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Hugh Culbreath
Bolita
Department of Agriculture
Oscar J
Kansas-Missouri
Perez
Jim
Velasco
Agri
Culture Department
Joe Pro Department
Venzano
Noah W. Caton
Culbreath
Red Italiano
Anthony DiLorenzo
Red Staliano
DiLorenzo
Paul Giglia
Jimmy Velasco
Giglia
Americans Hold Record Defense Bonds in Payroll Drive
The Treasury reports a peak of 84.506 billion defense bonds outstanding on October 1, a rise from 34.543 billion. Since the September 2 drive through October 27, bond cashing fell to a 17 month low. About 8.2 million Americans are paying bonds via payroll deduction, with about half of U.S. families holding some defense bonds and the ratio rising.
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The
Treasury
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Sucker Divorce Sparks Separation in Brazil Indiana
Geneva Mae, 20, gains divorce from Sam Pollum, 72, after he cuts off her supply of frozen suckers. Judge awards $400 alimony. Geneva plans to buy clothes and a scrapbook. The couple married May 8 and separated June 22.
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Ind
Geneva Mae
Sam Pollum
Geneva
Doll Clothes Jumpers Pattern Set Hits Fun Sewable Style
Sewing circle patterns showcase doll clothes including Pattern No 1712 with sizes 18 to 24 inches and a jumper with a pleated skirt and pockets. Also features Pattern No 3244 for a matching blouse and jumper set with yardage details and winter sewing ideas.
Place de la Concorde gets practical stone surfacing
After nearly three centuries of fame the Place de la Concorde receives a new practical stone surface replacing the wooden paving used by visitors and soldiers for the past 50 years. The square, laid out in 1763, has a history of tragedy and protest, including a fatal stampede during the Dauphin’s marriage celebrations.
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Place de la Concorde
France
Louis XV
Tuileries
la Place Louis Quinze
Dauphin
Louis XVI
Marie Antoinette
Secret Young Man and the Money Mystery
A terse exchange reveals a secret about the source of money and its impact on a couple’s happiness. One party refuses to disclose to protect the daughter and preserve their relationship. The fragment hints at tension and potential scandal within a household.
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Charles M. Wall
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