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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1947

Page

6

Star Studded Razor's Edge Opens at State Theatre

Darryl F. Zanuck adapts W. Somerset Maugham's novel The Razor's Edge into a landmark film starring Tyrone Power Gene Tierney John Payne Anne Baxter Clifton Webb and Herbert Marshall opening Sunday at the State Theatre. The epic tale follows Larry Darrell's search for true peace and the woman who loves him and schemes to save him from himself.

Darryl F. Zanuck W. Somerset Maugham Tyrone Power Gene Tierney John Payne Anne Baxter Clifton Webb Herbert Marshall State Theatre Larry Darrell Gene Sierney Isabel Gray Maturin Larry Sophie Elliott Templeton Maugham

Rug weaving uses camel hair and other animal fibers

The article notes that while most oriental rugs use fine wool many textiles incorporate camel hair mohair or fur from native animals. It cites camel hair used around the rug edge as an example of this practice.

Body Weight in Water Proportion

The article notes that about two thirds of an animal body's weight is water, nearly 70 percent. This fact highlights the high water content of living organisms and its role in physiology.

Penicillin Saves Turkeys in Swine Erysipelas Study

Department of Agriculture experiments show penicillin effectively treats turkeys infected with the swine erysipelas organism, improving recovery prospects and reducing losses.

Turkeys Department of Agriculture

India Rich in Minerals Provide Global Materials

India remains a major source of manganese and high grade mica splittings used in steel and electrical industries. The country also contributes increasing petroleum output, offering essential domestic light, power, and fuel.

India

Orient Rugs and Guest Towels Reserved in Homes

The article describes customs where homes in the orient lay out special rugs by the fire for arriving guests and, similarly, American homes reserve special towels for visitors. The piece contrasts hospitality practices across cultures.

Orient

Potato Pest Leafhopper Ranked Among Worst Insects

The leafhopper is identified as one of the most damaging pests to potatoes, capable of affecting yields and crop health. It highlights the insect's impact on potato crops and the importance of control measures.

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