Nixon previews campaign and potential administration
Vice President Richard M. Nixon outlines his own views separate from the Eisenhower era, predicts a hard uphill race against Senator John F. Kennedy, and sketches a Nixon administration with expanded duties for the vice presidency and readiness to appoint a Democrat to key posts. He stresses a nationwide campaign and a pivotal, closely fought election.
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Nixon Taps Lodge For GOP Second Spot Veep Maps Course
Nixon plans a decisive acceptance speech at the GOP Convention to outline his campaign strategy against Democrat John F Kennedy. He aims to cement party leadership and set a hard hitting course for the White House bid in an intense race ahead.
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Normal Frontier Incident Sparks Turkey Soviet Clash
Turkish government sources report a two hour border clash with Soviet troops near Gomahan at about 9 p.m. No casualties were noted as foreign ministry denounces the incident as normal frontier trouble. U.S. and NATO officials in Ankara had no report of the clash.
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Turkish border clash and Nixon’s nomination discussed
A Turkish border guard fired on Soviet soldiers after they did not halt at the frontier, triggering a two hour exchange of rifle fire. Reports say a Soviet patrol tried to arrest the Turkish guard during the incident. Separately Nixon secured the Republican nomination with broad support while Eisenhower sent a telegram congratulating him. Lodge emerged as Nixon’s running mate pick despite mixed popularity.
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Ohio Democrats Promote Caravan Tour Through Five Counties
The Democratic caravan from the 1958 campaign will visit Athens Vinton Hocking Meigs and Gallia counties in the 10th district on Aug 3 4. Activities include a Berry Claxton Hotel dinner in Athens a Logan meeting an McArthur breakfast a Jackson coffee break a Pomeroy lunch and a Gallipolis rally with additional stops in Fairfield Jackson and Lawrence counties.
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Nixon Lodge Ticket Emerges From Republican Convention
The 1960 Republican convention in Chicago nominates Richard M. Nixon for president and Henry Cabot Lodge for vice president on a single ballot. Lodge accepts, completion of the ticket follows amid talk of Midwest alternatives, with Nixon planning an aggressive national campaign.
Findings Near In Camp Probe at Zaleski Youth Camp
Juvenile Research Division Director John R. Ferguson said he will announce findings of an investigation into charges against Zaleski Youth Camp superintendent Eugene Versicky. Counselor John R. Stallard, 25, of Zaleski, had accused Versicky of dictatorial policies and undesirable conditions. Stallard was suspended 30 days from July 20. his ongoing relation with the camp depends on the administrator’s actions. Stallard attends Ohio University and has worked at the camp since December 1958.
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Lodge Overwhelmed At Veep Selection
United Nations Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge said he was overwhelmed to be selected as vice presidential running mate on the Republican ticket with Richard M. Nixon.
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River Flood Crest Sweeps Southern Poland Farmland Cities
A 30 foot high flood crest on the Vistula River inundated thousands of acres of farmland and several cities in southern Poland, causing widespread damage and disruption.
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Castro Leader Dies in Venezuela Shootout
Caracas reports Andres Cova Salas, head of Fidel Castro’s 26th of July movement in Venezuela, died from police gunfire. The death followed a confrontation with Venezuelan police authorities.
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Eisenhower relaxes in Denver during Colorado visit
President Dwight D. Eisenhower and his wife arrived in Denver to visit the First Lady’s mother Mrs. John S. Doud who has been seriously ill. The couple plans to stay until Friday or Saturday morning then fly to Newport at the vacation’s end.
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Commander Hopwood Receives Philippine Legion of Honor
Admiral Herbert G. Hopwood, commander of the U S Pacific Fleet, is awarded the Philippines highest military honor the Legion of Honor in recognition of his service.
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OSMA Grants $2000 Rural Medical Scholarship to Dunkirk Student
The Ohio State Medical Association announced a $2000 rural medical scholarship awarded to Larry A. Oates of Dunkirk. The announcement highlights support for medical students from rural communities.
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Jamoree Finale Closes Fifth National Scout Event
The curtain falls tonight on the fifth national Boy Scout Jamoree in Colorado Springs. Scouts, leaders, and visitors gather for the concluding events and ceremonies to cap the long weekend of activities.
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Johnson to visit Truman in Missouri for talks
Senator Lyndon B. Johnson Democratic vice presidential nominee will fly to Missouri to meet former President Harry S. Truman for discussions amid campaign moves and allied strategy.
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13 Die In Fiery Crash Of Chicago Helicopter
A Chicago Helicopter Airways flight carrying 11 passengers and two crew members crashed between Midway and O'Hare, killing 13 men from multiple states. The SS580 helicopter plunged after the tail section failed, carving a 600 foot scar through trees. Pilot Robert Meyer, 37, of Worth, fought to regain altitude before the impact. The firm had ferried passengers since 1956 and carried Mayor Daley last week.
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Wild Cat Strike at GM Plants Continues in Norwood
In Cincinnati the wild cat strike at two General Motors Corp plants in nearby Norwood continued today with workers walking off the job and disrupting production.
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Reading For The Family On The Inside Pages 8 10
A family reading feature highlights guidance and activities on pages eight to ten. The segment outlines recommended books and prompts for parent child discussion and at home learning ideas.
UN Chief Dag Hammarskjold Visits Troubled Congo
Dag Hammarskjold arrived in Leopoldville amid cries for a free and united Congo. He surveys the infant state’s grave ills as UN forces pacify major cities and confront urgent economic collapse within a month of independence.
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GOP Convention Changes Delay Vice Presidential Nominations
The Chicago GOP final session shifts, with nominations for vice president moved to 7:05 p.m. and possible balloting. Richard M. Nixon’s acceptance speech is scheduled after the vice presidential events, followed by the presidential candidate’s address and benediction.
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Nixon Draws Bitter Words From Moscow
Moscow Pravda denounced Republican nominee Richard M. Nixon with harsh terms in both a news story and cartoon calling him a weathercock and a chameleon. The blunt attack reflects Cold War tensions as the campaign moves forward.
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Seven Americans Held in Moscow for Magazine Distribution
Seven American students were detained by police in a downtown Moscow hotel after distributing the Amerika magazine in front of the hotel. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions as authorities questioned the students and prepared to decide their future.
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Kennedy Congratulates Nixon on GOP Nomination
Hyannisport Massachusetts Sen John F Kennedy congratulated Vice President Richard M Nixon on winning the Republican presidential nomination in a brief message from the Kennedy home in Hyannisport.
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Cow kicks man breaking nose in Elba incident
In Elba New York on a Wednesday night a cow owned by former resident Laverne Schuknecht named Gentle Besa kicked him, fracturing his nose and causing injuries.
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