Hoover at 80 Still Drives a Defiant Campaign Trump of Past
Herbert Hoover, at his West Branch birthplace, delivered a forceful speech that echoed fighting rhetoric. The ex president, age 80, defended his record amid Democratic critics and stressed his ongoing belief in America. He reflects on his long public service and endurance.
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Herbert Hoover
West Branch
Iowa
Herbie
Harry Truman
Living
Ex-Presidents’ Club
Mr. Truman
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
Roosevelt
Truman
United States
America
Raising a large family with home centered life
Vallejo writer HAL BOYLE interviews Wy man Riley managing editor of Gibson publications. Riley and wife Marjorie raise six children in a big yarded home with four bathrooms and individual rooms. Children help with chores and older siblings babysit. They avoid comic books, favor books, and keep entertainment at home. Punishment relies on explanation and time for understanding rather than isolation.
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Hal Boyle
Vallejo
Calif
Wyman Riley
Gibson Publications
Marjorie
Riley
Margaret
Ellen
Brendan
Timothy
Michael
Sheila
Rileys
Fach
Marge
Frontier showdown in Sage City pits Tancred against Fugert
In Sage City the printer Tancred, hiding as John Bakey, shoots a gun for Wild Bill Hickok’s approval after a public contest that tests frontier reputations. The town’s power broker Jacob Fugert resists reform as Tancred contemplates a broader fight for mayor or sheriff while Hickok critiques marksman feats.
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Lace City
Bee
Lake Miller
Miller
Jacob Fugert
Texas
Kansas
Wes Tancred
John Bakey
Tancred
Sam Older
Wild Billi Hickok
Sage City
Hickok
Wild Bill
John Bailey
Wichita
Mr. Bailey
Tancres
Tandered
Wild Bill Hickok
Manny Harpending
Kinnaird
Packard
Boston
Mr. Kinnaird
Riley
Fugger
Luke Miller
Tanecred
Senate Approves Social Security Expansion in 1954 Plan
The Senate gave voice support to a major social security bill expanding benefits for over 6.3 million current recipients by at least $5 monthly and raising maximum family benefits from 168.75 to 200. The measure allows higher earnings while receiving payments, signaling bipartisan acceptance of social gains amid a tense political climate.
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Senate
Eisenhower
Rating Scale to pick a wife before marriage
Dr George W Crane presents a 100 item rating test for a potential wife with 50 merits and 50 faults to help men dissect traits impartially before marriage. He notes many early faults predict later divorce and urges readers to have parents or friends rate her too for combined judgments.
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Howard
Dr. Crane
Tomorrow’s good forecast for romance and gains ahead
The Stars Say Vor predicts a smooth day with ongoing matters proceeding well. Relax with friends and family, enjoy courtship in the evening, and expect harmony at home. For a birthday in 1954, opportunities and gains extend into 1955 with strong support from friends and unusual chances.
Liquor Advertising Advisory Committee Abolished in Ohio
Columbus Ohio. Liquor Director Anthony A Rutkowski announced the abolition of the Advertising Advisory Committee of the Ohio liquor department a move he said would increase efficiency and speed up handling of rising workload. Critics argued the committee sought pre publication censorship but Rutkowski contends it only advised the liquor industry.
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Columbus
Ohio Liquor Department
Anthony A. Rutkowski
Rutkowski
Joseph Eats Steaks Before Going to Jail
New Haven Connecticut report says Joseph J. McDermott 58 ate two steaks at a restaurant last night then could not pay. The proprietor summoned police and McDermott was charged with defrauding a restaurant. He remarked he had not had a steak since prior arrest for the same act.
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New Haven
Conn
Joseph J. McDermott
McDermott
MccDermott
Greaners and Priscilla Classes Hold Supper Gathering
The Greaners Class of the Methodist Church hosted the Priscilla Class for a supper with 34 attendees. Following the meal, Richard Parker of Panama shared Indian photos. Members and guests listed include Marion Foster and many others. several visitors from Shawnee Elyria and Kansas noted.
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New Straitsville
Greaners
Methodist Church
Priscilla
Richard Parker
Panama
Canal Zone
Marion Foster
Gleaners
Della Arnett
Ethel Burgess
Ruth Burgess
Grace Leahe
Emma Phipps
Elizabeth Mills
Lena Grandy
Myrtle Wallace
Ann Cheetham
Gertie Millis
Ora Dell Wilson
Gladys Witchsy
Orpelia Wilson
Isabelle Lawson
Jennie Galloway
Mr. Parker
Ruth Ann Davis
Doctor's Comments on Stuttering by Edwin P Jordan MD
The article outlines stuttering affecting about 1 in 100, especially boys, noting it starts in childhood and is a nervous or emotional disorder. Early treatment is crucial, punishments worsen the condition, and left handedness and environment influence symptoms. It cites Moses, Aristotle, Virgil, Charles Lamb, and Clara Barton as examples of notable figures with speech defects.
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Edwin P. Jordan
Moses
Aristotle
Virgil
Charles Lamb
Clara Barton
American Red Cross
Graham Urges Missionary Insight for U S Policy
In Washington on Monday Billy Graham urged U S foreign policy makers to seek advice from missionaries and churchmen abroad to gauge public sentiment. He argued church leaders move among people diplomats cannot, and can speak off the record. Graham noted European ministers reported little anti American feeling on his tour.
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Washington
Billy Graham
U. S
Graham
Gratian
Europe
Radio listings and schedule notes for WSAZ and peers
A dense, period radio timetable detailing WSAZ Huntington and sister stations, with frequencies from 1540 to 91.5 FM. It lists daily AM FM operating hours, news blocks, sports, variety programs, and shows including Tennessee Ernie, Peter Lind Hayes, Jack Carson, Groucho Marx, Fibber and Molly, and Barrymore content alongside local school and regional broadcasts.
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Ebe
Abo Mbs-West
Nbe
Cbs
Abe-East
Cbha
Abe Tennessee Ernie
Abe
Mbs
Peter Lind Hayes
Cbe
Mbsa
Abbe Tone Ranger
One Man's Family
Jack Gregson
Groucho Marx
Sammy Kaye
Theater Royal
Jack Carson
Ce Whiteman
Mbe
Fibber & Molly
Keen
Cbe News & Comment
Crossroads
Heart of News
Keys To
Capitol
Cebs
Abe Sounding Board
News & Variety
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Harpending
Tancered
Mr. Hickok
Lee Kinnaird
Dodgers
Cleveland
Milwaukee Braves
Milwaukee
By James Marlow
Sir Winston Churchill
Pierre Mendes-France
France
West Germany
Italy
Belgium
Netherlands
Luxembourg
Germany
Mendes-France
Brussels
EDC
Cupid
Piek
George W. Crane
Howard L
By Galbraith
George
Joseph
Elizabeth Waldie
Chauncey
William Day
Harry Witschy
Ward Hiles
Grandville
John Harrington
Thurman Thompson
Doris Dishon
California
Evert Everet Deacon
New Plymouth
Chester Wade
WSAZ
Huntington
NBC
WLW
Cincinnati
Wououi
Barbara Welles
Bob Smith
Abe Godfrey
Johnny Olsen
Abe Tom Moore
Pwo
Cbs Ueen
Afterneon
Ray Heatherton
Harley
John
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