Treasure Island and Cocoanut Island described as havens for the wealthy
Edgar Bnow recalls Treasure Island in the Atlantic and Cocoanut Island in Hawaii as simple, hospitable retreats. He praises John McCutcheon as a humane host and contrasts paradise ideals with wealth and fame. The piece weaves biographical sketches of McCutcheon and cartoonist Ade, noting their careers and friendships in the press world and reflecting on broader economic points about governance and language.
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Wa Imland Jmiradise
Ed Pauley
Washington
Iseland
John McCutcheon
Pauley
Treasure Island
Atlantic
John
Nolumber of
Dullere
God
Joho
Ade
Ade van Terelving
Am Playright
Veterans face exhaustion of unemployment benefits surge
A Waubsgton Bureau notes 218000 veterans have exhausted readjustment allowances since the program began in 1944, with 60000 finishing in January 1947. VA warns another spike may come as time runs out and urges prudent use to retain aid for future need.
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Vélerans
Jobé
Talmadge ousted as governor set for 1948 race
Georgia's Supreme Court ruled Herman Talmadge usurped governorship after Eugene Talmadge died before inauguration. The court voided most of his actions and bills signed during his brief term. Thompson, elected lieutenant governor, awaits removal. The ruling signals a 1948 special election and leaves the office to the people of Georgia after the court declared the legislature erred in appointing Talmadge.
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Talmadge
Melvin E. Thormpeon
Georgia
State Supreme Court Hay
Merman Talmadge
Gene
Eugene Cook
Talmadgy
Supreme Court
Vmman Talmadge
Janary
Eugene Talmadge
Wau
Georgia Gets New Governor Despite Turbulent Times
A weekly analysis notes Georgia appoints a new governor amid political churn while external crises dampen progress. Swollen British rivers worsen misery and destruction as departments scramble to respond. The piece contrasts domestic leadership changes with international flood impacts, highlighting policy challenges and regional resilience.
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Georgia
Britain Faces Deep Floods and Harsh Winter Toll
Britain endures floods as swollen rivers threaten homes in southern England and hamper transport in five northern counties. Thousands displaced as record high marks top 1804, while agriculture suffers massive losses including three million farm animals and ruined crops.
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Amon
Britain
England
Germ Manor
Phoebe Custen
Thames River
Caversham
Midlands
Miss Powers Returns to Claim Glen Alden Dividends
Mary B. Powers of New York City, long a recluse living in a hotel, has decided after years to claim dividends she previously refused from the Glen Alden Coal Co. Her change of mind comes as she resumes interest in a $25,000 stake and related earnings.
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Mary B. Powers
New York City
Stagh
Glen Alden Coal Co
New York
Ad Bar
Draft evaders face federal trials under new policy
Aging on scriptive cervier forces change to justice handling of draft evaders. Departments shift from turning men over to army to conviction and sentence in federal courts. J Edgar Hoover notes FBI agents provided with 6,176 wanted names across regions.
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Department Cor Justice
J. Edgar Hower
Federal Bureau of Invesliation
FDL
FBI
Electrification loans reach near billion dollars
Rural Electrification Administration loans total over 958 million, with 1,000 borrowers repaying about 126 million in principal and interest. All states except Connecticut and Massachusetts participate, funded by TFA. The era marks a major push in power access nationwide.
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Consyticut
Massachusetts
TFA
Railroads unveil auto renting service in 3K cities
Railroads announce a new auto renting service to start June 1 in 3K cities. Liddell, chair of the Haltroad Passenger Unterterciovia committee, says a peg to passenger cars via nitrogia agents. SCUte Bottape notes delays in rese m tion, Siddall expects output to reach 1,000 cities by year end.
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Liddell
Haltroad Passenge Unlerterciovia Committee
Siddall
Paraguay Civil War Deepens as Rebels Advance
Paraguay declares a mobilization decree granting government powers to draft, seize property, and suspend laws. Rebels, aided by Brazil border towns, control the eastern Paraguayan frontier while some units reportedly defect or seek reconciliation with government forces. Communist influence cited by officials with neighboring Uruguay and Bolivia said to aid rebels.
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Verlous
Brazil
Insurgenta
Bela Vielx
Pedro Juan
Caballero
Capten Bada
Atomic Energy Commission tightens uranium rules nationwide
The Atomic Energy Commission enacts strict new codes to regulate uranium and thorium supplies. Penalties include death for major violations. The rules require licensed handlers to report exports and limit transfers containing 0.12 percent uranium or thorium. After April, unlicensed possession of 10 pounds or more must be reported within 30 days. Uranium in ceramics and photography faces near prohibition after April 1.
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Atomic Energy
Commission
United States
Disabled Vet Stars in The Best Years of Our Hives
Mardid Mussel, who plays a disabled veteran in the film The Best Years of Our Hives, received an Academy Award for his role. The movie highlights a rehabilitation program for handicapped men and Mussel plans to return to cinema as a specialist in movie advertising, shown here operating a camera.
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Mardid Mussel
Marie
Army Deeplink
Russell
Ste
Hie Bo
Farm Values Rise as Produce Revenue Doubles in Five Years
US census data show total farm worth climbing to 43.6 billion dollars with high market value of produce. Average farm size edged up from 106 to 194 acres earlier, tenant farmers fell from about 2.3 million to 1.86 million in one year, and machinery use increased as farms shift from tenant operation to owner operation.
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United States
Census Bureau
New Cancer Treatment FAO Named by Rome Researcher
Dr Francisca Guary ateri of Rome reports a new chemical FAO as a potential cancer treatment. He cautions no cure yet and stresses that only patient, arduous experiments in the coming months will prove its value.
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Santation
FAO
Francisca Guaryateri
Rome
Aging Meat Tenderization Through Enzyme Controlled Aging
A new aging method tenderizes meat in six to eight days versus four to six weeks by accelerating enzymatic breakdown of connective tissue. Temperature and humidity are precisely managed to maximize enzyme activity while mold growth is limited. The process promises faster tenderization with reduced moisture concerns.
Windshield Wiper Accessory Aids Constant Vacuum Drive
Steady Windeh told Wiper Am answer to the notoriety probe fem of slowing windshield wipe era when the car to ascending a hill of accelerating has been provided in the form of a vacation leveling tank recently placed on the market of an accessory. The turk helps keep windshield wipera operating nor mally under all driving conditions by maintaining constant vacua to the wiper motor.
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Steady Windeh
Wiper Am
Probe Fem
Ptarmigan Color Change Through Seasons
The ptarmigan, a camouflaged bird, shifts color with seasons. In summer its plumage is brownish gray, while early winter feathers are brown and white. By midwinter all brown feathers are replaced with white, giving a white-coated appearance that blends with snow.
Farm Operators Shorter Day Amid Surplus Labor
Farm operators averaged 10.5 hours per day while hired workers logged fewer hours than last year as farm employment rose, indicating a shift toward longer overall labor but with reduced daily demand per worker amid ample harvest activity.
Time to Fall Paint Guidance from a Competent Painter
Time to Fall offers practical paint advice from a skilled tradesman. Repaint before wear appears, clean surfaces first, avoid papering before finish, and choose interior work when ventilation is comfortable. Exterior work hinges on weather, interior can proceed with minimal artificial heat if ventilation is good.
Dens Bleach Causes Yellow Pigment Distribution in Layer Chickens
A description notes a rot laying pullet with yellow pigmentation found in the vent, tyming, earlobe, beak and shanks. As hens begin laying and yolk production starts, the pigment moves through the body and leaves only after several months, with shanks bleaching last.
Vitamin C loss from foods if left standing
A health note warns that foods rich in vitamin C should not stand long before serving. Orange juice, cut tomatoes, or dishes with calcium will lose all vitamin C if left unrefrigerated or unprepared. Prepare them just before serving.
Household Plants Endure High Temperatures in Bright Light
Reading notes suggest household plants grown in sunny windows or strong light tolerate higher room temperatures. Only the toughest species survive when exposed to 70 degrees Fahrenheit and above under poor light conditions.
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