Trading stamps invade Britain's shops in a shopping blitz
British retailers face a stamp invasion as American trading stamp programs spread. Fine Fare launches pink Sperry and Hutchinson stamps, followed by S H and King Korn with growing retailer interest. Critics warn of price rises, government action, and anti American sentiment while supporters cite increased trade and consumer gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
NBA
Britain
Mars
United States
Fine Fare
Garfield Weston
Sperry and Hutchinson Company
New York
King Korn Company
America
Mayfair
Lord Sainsbury
UVa to Erect Telescope for Space Study
The University of Virginia will build a 32 inch reflector telescope next spring on a 216 acre tract east of Covesville off Route 29, about 19 miles southwest of Charlottesville. NSF grants totaling 92000 and university funds of 120000 pay for land and buildings. The project aims for advanced space study facilities as stated by Dr. Laurence W. Frederick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uva
Charlottesville
University of Virginia
The
University
Covesville
U.S. Rt. 29
National Science Foundation
Laurence W. Frederick
Department of Astronomy
Prisoners to get knives and forks at Kentucky reformatories
Frankfort Kentucky Corrections Commissioner Joseph Cannon, new to the post, orders knives and forks on prison tables. He says previous refusals denied basic dignity and that there is little risk, enabling inmates to eat with utensils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Kentucky
Joseph G. Cannon
quote about preventing harm
Brief statement urging action to prevent unwanted outcomes. The line emphasizes vigilance and shared responsibility to avoid negative events. It conveys concern and call to collective effort without detailing specific events or actors.
Also Mentioned on This Page
British Isles
Y S&s
Kentucky Club
Dr. Grabow
Rogers
Falcon
Kaywoodie
Medico
Winchester Park and Shop
Loudoun ST
Roi Tan Perfecto Extra
el Producto P. F
Deopless Drug Storesz
el Producto
King Edward Imperials
King Edward Invincible
Phillies
Panatella
Stratford
Pepe Lee
PT Eek
Nimrod Commander
Rogers Automatic Lighters
Ronson Pioneer Lighters
White Owl Invincibles
Dill
Briggs
Edgeworth
Hickory
Holiday
Sir Walter Raleigh
Bond Street
George Washington
Prince Albert
Age BR
Kegraty
Old
Sena Ams
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!