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August 12, 1962

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Headlines from August 12, 1962

Rumble in the Alleys; Modern Bowling Centers Are Huge Purveyors of Family Recreation

By Thomas W. Ennis

The question whether Americans have too many places to go bowling has suddenly become an important one.

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Companies Employ Fixtures and Lamps for Better Image; Lighting, Once Just a Utility, Sets Mood and Creates Effect

By Dennis Dugganhedrich-Blessingmoulin Studioslouis Reens

use to set mood and create dramatic effect discussed; illus

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COTTON SURPLUS TO SHOW BIG RISE; Problem of Excess Looms Anew, With Stocks Likely to Add a Million Bales FIRST 1962 REPORT OUT Increase in Carryover Said to Stem Largely From Decline in Exports Consumption Gains Smaller Disappearance COTTON SURPLUS TO SHOW BIG RISE

By J.h. Carmical

J H Carmical sees new surplus problem if expected crop materializes; sees Aug 1 '63 carryover 1 million bales above current 7.5-million-bale carryover; links drop in exports

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FINALE 10 INNINGS; Hit by Maris Decides --Colavito Wallops 2 in Day Game Cash Deflects Hit Yanks Beat Tigers, 3-2, in 10th After Losing First Contest, 7-2 Colavito's Long Out The Little Leaguer

By Robert L. Teaguethe New York Times

deadlock revd

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THE WORLD; New Man in Space 'Feel Excellent' U.S. Space Plans Argentina's Generals Appeal to Military The Soblen Tangle Congo Pressures Snag on Market

By Unknown Author

ed hails flight

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Historical Context for August 12, 1962

In 1962, the world population was approximately 3,123,374,315 people^[†]