Democratic Drift and Bandwagon Shifts in 1952 Race
The piece surveys Democratic nerves as Kefauver withdraws toward party unity, Harriman and Stevenson's paths amid Minnesota defections. Stassen’s quiet pressure on Eisenhower’s ticket looms while Nixon’s fate and health are debated by leaders and reporters.
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Steelworkers back to work after three year no strike pact
About 650000 United Steelworkers members return to work as a nationwide three-year contract is approved in New York ending a month old strike. The accord promises wage gains roughly 45.6 to 55 cents per hour plus automatic COLA adjustments, Sunday premium pay, an extra holiday, and a 52 week unemployment benefit plan.
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Suez Crisis Signals Wider Egyptian Challenge and Fallout
The nationalization of the Suez Canal by Egypt’s Nasser sparks a global crisis echoing through politics and empire. Nasser’s moves threaten British power, lure Moscow into influence, and set potential targets in Israel and Gulf regions as Western nations weigh economic levers and foreign policy.
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Burma reports Chinese troops occupy northern border area
Burmese Premier Ba Swe voiced serious concern as reports said about 1000 square miles of northern Burma were occupied by Chinese Communist troops arriving by force and clashing with Burmese forces. Peiping was informed through a foreign office note while Burma cited past incursions followed by withdrawals after protests.
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Foreign Office
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U Nu
China
Yunnan
Communist Army
Eden Speech Warns Against Exclusive Suez Control
In Parliament Sir Anthony Eden condemns any future plan that would leave the Suez Canal under the unfettered control of one power. He cites recent events to argue such a setup would let a single nation exploit the waterway for its own policy.
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Canal
British Commonwealth
Suez Canal
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Skunk Scare at Washington Agencies and Golf Miracle
Reported items include a skunk incident at a U S research agency in Washington where a female researcher kept a pet skunk in the building and was unavailable for comment. Boston coach Jack McCarthy delivered a real hole in one at Marshfield country club after a practice shot converted into a regular score.
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Washington
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Jack McCarthy
Marshfield
Mass
Tragic Paxico Nursing Home Fire Claims Twelve
A fire at Reagan Nursing Home in Paxico Missouri killed twelve of its thirteen residents. Investigators cite high casualties and ongoing questions about fire safety measures and escape routes.
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Paxico
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