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The article focuses on the establishment of a cigarette paper manufacturing plant by Ecusta Paper Corp. in North Carolina. It states that the Ecusta is aiming to break the monopoly of France over cigarette paper, by the construction of a 3,000,000 dollar plant and informs that test runs at the plant will begin from February 15, 1939, with production starting from April. It also states about the large amount of money spent by the company in conducting laboratory research for the plant.

The article discusses the increasing French business and investment in Canada and the politics related to the development. French direct investment in Canada has doubled to 400 million dollars since 1960. French President Charles de Gaulle, is aware of the political and economic opportunities in Canada, and in May, 1967 Quebec Premier Daniel Johnson visited him with a plan for a new French-built paper mill for the province. An extremist movement in Quebec is aiming at secession from Canada.

The article reports on the possibility that Paris, France-based "International Herald Tribune" newspaper will relocate to Zurich, Switzerland. Publisher Robert R. Eckert comments that the relocation might be the best option as the paper is preparing to expand its business which may not be achieved if it stayed in France. The article notes that the idea will be discussed at a board meeting of the paper's joint owners, Whitney Communications Corp, New York Times Co., and Washington Post Co..

The article offers information on the problems plaguing the newspaper industry of Paris, France. It states that except for the newspaper "Le Monde," most of the papers are suffering losses while some like "Combat," and "La Nation," are closing down business. The article highlights the reasons behind the troubles faced by the newspapers which include, rise in paper costs, and competition from radio and television.

The article reports on sales innovations made by the government and one insurance company in France to help automobile owners during the depression in 1934.

The article reports on the actual small profits earned by the Tour d' Argent restaurant in Paris, France, as of December 30, 1967 in spite of being rated one of the country's top 12 restaurants. However, the owner reportedly does not regard his establishment as a business and his slim profit on an 800,000-dollar annual gross is due to his building ownership. It is stated that Tour serves a maximum of 200 persons a day to maintain the quality of its superb cuisine including the famous pressed duck and its elegant service.

Photographs of a French port where the distribution of supplies for postwar victims in France are being done and a Thames River barge are presented.

The article focuses on the success of Le Canard Enchaé, a publication founded by a pacifist journalist in 1917, through its sensationalism and sneering commentary formula. Le Canard was established as one of the greatest moneymakers in French journalism for earning a 12% profit on revenues of two million dollars in 1971. According to business manager André Sauger, the advantage of the paper to its competitor was it was instituted by craftsmen similar in the 19th century.

This article presents information on Air Liquide, one of the largest industrial companies in France, and its president Jean Delorme. It describes Delorme's management style as autocratic and his subordinate executives participates in decision making only to carry out his decisions. Air Liquide has been enjoying good earnings since 1952. The company's operations extends across the world with plants in Japan, South Africa and Argentina.

A photograph of U.S. Army engineers unreeling and rolling a new landing surface of burlap at an advanced air base in France is presented.

The article reports on Ford of France starting production of a light car in its plant in Poissy, France for the domestic and export market.

The article discusses the highlights of the biannual Paris International Air Show in France in June 1965. After denying repeated requests to participate in the show in the past, the Soviet Union has exhibited the An-22, a four-turboprop cargo aircraft weighing 250 tons, six commercial transports painted in the colors of the Soviet airline Aeroflot and three civil helicopters. Though U.S. participation and exhibits still remain the bulk of the show, there are no space vehicles on display.

The article discusses the emergence of the Algerian rebellion as a major problem of the Western world and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 1957. The U.S. and Great Britain are finding it difficult to support the French Algerian policy on military and diplomatic levels. The image of the two countries among the French is expected to be negatively affected by their move to pressure France to address the Algerian problem. French officials are said to be preparing for an attack on their policy at the NATO meeting.

The author reflects on concerns of the French government with the influence of Egyptian President Abdel Gamal Nasser over the rest of French Africa as of October 1956. The author explains the possibility of having a new basis for North African settlement under French Premier Guy Mollet in the coming weeks. The author also claims that the development plans of several French and European firms, as well as that of U.S. companies U.S. Steel and Bethlehem Steel, would be affected by a propaganda victory for Nasser in French Africa.

This section offers news briefs on international business as of November 25, 1931. The 2 percent import tax to be added to present duties in France will not be applied to raw materials but will be increased to 4 percent on semi-manufactures and to 6 percent on manufactures. There has been an increase in demand for larger imports and dollar exchange in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Montevideo, Uruguay. Japanese goods are being boycotted in China.

This section offers news briefs on business around the world as of October 1931. It is reported that financial and political tensions in Europe caused by England's abandonment of the gold standard have relaxed. In France, gold shipments arriving from the U.S. and Holland and going out to Belgium and Switzerland have left the Bank of France with net gain but with counterbalancing heavy decrease of foreign deposits. To meet British automatic reduction of real wages, a new wage cut campaign was launched in Germany.

This section offers news briefs related to world business as of September 1931. The conditions of businesses in Paris, France are slowly developing a more pessimistic trend as its metallurgical industry has been affected by the depression. The French government estimated that the imports of wheat in France will be 56 million bushels in 1932. The rayon and aluminum industry of Milan, Italy is recovering due to the improvements in the cotton mills and hatteries in the city.

The article reports on the expansion and acquisition strategies of the France-based media and publishing company Hachette who is set to acquire some U.S. companies. Hachette gained enormous profits from the U.S. success of its flagship fashion magazine "Elle." The company announced plans to use its remaining capital to acquire regional papers.

The article outlines some of the Economic Cooperation Act (ECA) authorized expenditures for Marshall Plan countries. For the week ended September 11, 1948, total authorization totaled 134,057,353 for new commodities mostly heavy equipment. Authorization for spare parts for motor vehicles and other items amounted to 2.6 million U.S. dollars for Netherlands , 8.6 million dollars for China and 2 million dollars for France.

The article presents an outlook in international politics in 1953. With a truce, the U.S. Congress is expected to make budgetary cuts in military expenditures and economic aid. French Premier René Mayer stated that a settlement of the Saar dispute with Germany, in favor of France, will result in the ratification of the European Defense Community (EDC), by the France. A White paper showed that London, in 1952, had a current balance of payments surplus of nearly 300 million British pounds.

The article reports business and economic developments in France including the increased strikes, decline in unemployment and poor conditions of the textile and paper industry of France.

The article features the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France and cites the income it has brought to the country for the past fifty years since it was built in 1889. At 984 feet high, the Eiffel Tower was built for the World Fair in Paris in 1889 and cost 7.8 million francs or around 1.5 million dollars. In less than two years, the tower earned enough to cover the construction cost as visitors flocked in. By the end of 1948, it earned a total of 10 million dollars from a total of 20 million visitors.

The article reports on the economic conflict of six-nation Common Market (European Economic Community) and another group of six nations that failed to include the proposed Free Trade Area (FTA) to the Common Market. It mentions that this conflict has been developing for months, with France and Great Britain constantly debating as the respective leaders of the Common Market and FTA. It cites that France did not accepted the FTA for political and economic reasons.

The article briefly focuses on a study which suggests a compound in grapes known as procyanidins is the reason longevity and health is associated with red wine. An overview of how the compound interacts in the human body is presented. Scientists previously heralded the red wine ingredient resveratrol as the reason French people maintained healthy hearts, but the compound procyanidins is represented in high concentrations in grapes used to make red wines in regions of France known for longevity.

The article announces the opening of a self-service store in Paris, France owned by Pierre Goulet.

The article reports on the possibility of the French government to purchase both military equipment ad foodstuffs despite official denials that they have war buying missions in the U.S. and an office in New York that is authorized to handle the financing of this business.

The article presents business news briefs from across the world, including one on Union Oil Co. of California which is drilling its first well in Costa Rica, another on new ore concentrate plant opened by Boliden Mining Co. and one on increase in France's exports.

The article comments on the results of the national election in France and their influence on its political and business sectors in 1936. It reports that starting June 1, 1936, at least 70 Communists will lead the Chamber of Deputies. According to the author, French businessmen expect the new government will attempt to propose higher income taxes and larger estate taxes in the upper brackets.

The article offers world news briefs. The Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company is said to be producing mini capsules containing water that may be used in fire extinguishing. France is testing Hydrogen bombs in the process of developing thermonuclear warheads. In Boston, Massachusetts, construction of the Sentinel antiballistic missile is reported to begin by the end of September 1968.

The article offers information on international business developments for the week of July 30, 1949. The Conservative Party of Great Britain has endorsed the campaigns of the Labor Party except its proposal to nationalize the industries. The bonuses received by selected government employees in France is criticized by the liberal conservatives and the employers association. The lack of cheap labor and the demand of workers for higher wages has a negative effect on the productivity of western Europe.

The article discusses the latest developments in the Economic Cooperation Administration (ECA) as of August 1948. It cites the report by the Organization for European Economic Cooperation (OEEC), which showed that over-all steel output in Europe rose by 25% in the first half of 1948 from those of 1947, while coal production increased by 6% and electricity by 10%. The latest developments in the U.S., Austria and France, among others, are also cited.

The article discusses various political developments from around the world as of March 1955. The Chinese communists were installing heavy artillery opposite Quemoy and Matsu islands, both claimed by Formosa and Red China. France was not backing South Vietnam Premier Ngo Dinh Diem and that Communists strength was growing in Malaya. Also mentioned is the decline in Brazil's cruzeiro and the consideration of the U.S. government and Congress on subsidy for industries hurt by foreign competition.

The article offers information on various developments related to economy and politics in France in February 1933, which include the passing of the new budget, an increase in income taxes, and the modifications in Franco-German trade pact.

The article reports that Italy, France and Germany have opened air routes over the South Atlantic. It states that despite the recession, the race to provide air coverage to areas in the South Atlantic due to ideal weather conditions may help boost the world economy. Germany's Graf Zeppelin is offering 10 round trip flights to Brazil, and Deutsche Lufthansa plans to set up regular air mail service in the area in 1933. France's Compagnie Aeropostale General offers service to Buenos Aires and Africa, and Italy plans to do the same.

The article reports on the impact of the decision of France to adopt an extended quota system on exporters in the U.S. The American Chamber of Commerce in France has rejected the extension of quota system. Among the goods curtailed by the French government include leather imports, fruits, electric appliances, rubber goods, machine tools, and radios. The French government has signed an economic trade agreement with Germany wherein both countries would not affect the economy without warning. France has put exemptions on a highly specialized goods.

The article focuses on the deal placed by Hispanoil, a state-controlled exploration company in Spain, with Compagnie Francaise des Petroles (CFP) of France. It states that 50% of the interest of CFP at Dubai Petroleum Co. will be transferred to Hispanoil. It mentions that the deal will allow a simple trade-off of Spain with CFP and also reflects the strengthening of the ties of Spain with Arab states. It adds that Hispanoil has been an active oil trader on behalf of the Spanish government.

Profiles Canadian architect Frank Gehry. His desire for fundamental change in how buildings come to be; Formation of a new business, Gehry Technologies; Modification of CATIA design software originally developed for the aerospace industry by Dassault Systemes of France; Performance of the software which allows for better costs controls with 3D imaging of proposed buildings; Purpose of the corporation; Example of Gehry buildings; Other projects under development. INSETS: A Clearer View;Frank Owen Gehry.

The article focuses on newspaper magnate Robert Hersant's acquisition of the Le Progres newspaper group in Lyons, France. It claims that the purchase reflects Hersant's disdain towards the Socialist Party, thus decreasing their chances for the March 16, 1986 elections. It adds that Hersant has ignored a law that was passed by the Socialists in 1984 through the acquisition. Moreover, it indicates that Hersant's membership to the European Parliament justifies his immunity against prosecutions.

Presents information on several farmhouses in the lush countryside of France. Discussion on tourism in countryside France; Focus on how language barrier is not a problem with French farmers; Description of farmhouse accommodations which are simple but comfortable; Discussion on walks to hidden local caves whose walls bear prehistoric paintings or to cottages where women spin wool and knit sweaters in age-old fashion.

The article reports that Lima Locomotive Works, Baldwin and American Locomotive will build about 700 locomotives to boost the rail system of France.

The article reports that the U.S. Interior Department has awarded a 10-year contract to Supara Co. for processing Alaskan sealskins. In this new contract, Supara has been guaranteed a minimum profit of 177,400 billion dollars. The article also discusses several other issues, including Raytheon Co.'s plans to stop its operations due to declining prices of germanium semiconductors; and Eurofinance SA, a newly formed international investment research organization based in Paris, France.

This section offers news briefs on business from around the world as of May 23, 1959. The first-stage financing for a 500-million U.S. dollar giant steel project on the Channel at Dunkirk has been approved by the French government. Austin line cars will be assembled in Holland, according to its manufacturer British Motor Corp. Ltd. A total of 700,000 units of Volkswagens are predicted to be produced in 1959, according to Director General Heinz Nordhoff.

This section offers news briefs regarding business in various parts of the world. Trading volume in France has reportedly attained record levels each month. In Great Britain, the primary concern is the volatility in the bank rate. It is reported that the general economic conditions of India is improving after a long period of depression.

The article speculates on the results of the victory of the Popular Front and the moderate parties during France's October 17, 1937 elections. It says that French businessmen will expect a balanced budget for 1938 under the administration of Premier Camille Chautemps and his finance minister, Georges Bonnet, which will restore hope in France's financial position. It also speculates that the new administration will bring back the confidence of French investors who have been depositing their investments abroad as a safety measure.

The article presents an update on the business sector in France including the possibility of the announcement of Premier Pierre Laval's various financial reform measures over the next few weeks.

The article analyzes labor unrest in France. The country, as reported, is on a verge of a political crisis as the Socialists in the government have refused to accept further postponement of wage concessions to the French workers. As stated, tensions have escalated after the devaluation of the France's national currency Franc, which according to the French workers have increased the index of retail prices. The workers, as reported, are demanding increase in wages to compensate the price rise.

The article reports on the need for more efficient and lower-cost power plants, which was discussed at the 1946 annual meeting of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. One of the developments is the lightweight gas turbine of Westinghouse Electric Corp. It is said that the basic elements of the turbine can be widened into sizes of particular interest to power engineers and ship operators. According to Brown Boveri engineers in Switzerland, a compressor-turbine combination in regular service in a locomotive in France produces 4,000 horsepower.

The article reports on the 1945 security conference that was to give birth to the organization that would be known as the United Nations (UN) and that would be dedicated to the proposition that peace is indivisible. The Big Five, which includes the U.S., Great Britain, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), China, and the Provisional Government of France, is reported to constitute a power block in the UN's Security Council. Topics such as security agreements, the smaller powers, suspension provision, and the issue of veto power, are discussed.

The article reports on the efforts of publisher and editor-in-chief Jean Prouvost to keep "Match" a unique magazine and maintain its number one position in France. The picture weekly has become France's most powerful and influential advertising medium with a circulation of 1.3 million. The magazine is facing 20 competitors and is planning to promote subscriptions on a limited basis. Changes are also being planned for its editorial product. INSET: Match is where the action is.

The article reports on the French railroad, SOCIETE nationale des chemins de fer francais (SNCF) which incurred a loss of 320 million dollars in 1965. Some of the reasons for the losses include insufficient hike in passenger and freight rates, rising commuter costs and competition from the trucking industry. It also discusses the possibility of abandoning many passenger routes to curtail costs.