Retired Justice Van Devanter Prefers Farm Life Over Debate
Willis Van Devanter, former Supreme Court justice, says he pays little attention to the court reorganization debate. He spends time on his wheat farm away from Washington, noting he would rather talk about potatoes than politics after stepping down last month following 26 years on the bench.
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Dirt Farmer Justice Van DeVanter Returns to Rural Life
The 78 year old former Supreme Court justice now tends a 788 acre farm, overseeing fields of wheat, rye, barley, corn and soy. He enjoys country life, visits with Justices Roberts Butler and McReynolds, and has turned his land into a game refuge where quail and pheasant are protected. He rises when he pleases and avoids city routines, keeping hunting rifles aside after a past license issue.
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Word Book A Guide To Correct Speech for 10 Cents
The Washington Information Bureau offers an authoritative booklet on 3 000 mispronounced misspelled or misused words to help you talk and write correctly. Enclose ten cents and a coupon to get your copy by mail from Frederic J. Haskin Director Washington DC.
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Learn to Swim Safely To Cut Drowning Risk
Health officials urge universal swimming training for both youth and adults. Dr. I C Riggin notes many drownings occur when adults cannot swim a short distance in deep water. The article lists safety rules from food avoidance to resuscitation, and stresses using boats or strong swimmers as life saving safeguards.
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Honeymooners Franklin D Roosevelt Jr Sail To Europe
Franklin D Roosevelt Jr and his bride Ethel duPont sail for Europe aboard the Empress of Britain. They visit old Quebec city before boarding after noon, arriving from Campobello Island last night.
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Civil Service Examinations Open for National Posts
The U S Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for senior motion picture director and specialists with salaries from 2600 to 3800 dollars. Assistant clerk stenographer positions exist for the blind. Offices involved include Forest Service Education and Interior. Herman Lee in Washington is the contact for full details.
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State liquor employees vote against alcohol at picnic
Dry Picnic Pittsburgh. State liquor store employees sip soft drinks and munch ice cream cones at their Sunday picnic. They voted against permitting whiskey, beer and gin on the grounds.
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Hints For Gardeners Oriental Poppies Move in August
Oriental poppies can be moved or divided in August to allow root growth before cold weather. Check your garden for space and transplant when growth reaches two to four inches high. New color varieties and strong, dramatic perennials make Oriental Poppies a standout choice for sunny, well drained soil.
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Senate Debates Court Bill as House Pickets End
On Capitol Hill lawmakers continue discussion on a court bill while the Judiciary committee weighs constitutional amendments to reshape the Supreme Court. In Crucible, Pa., women unionists halt picketing of Crucible Steel mine through Sunday with washday Monday noted.
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