Kennedy Memo Shows Catholic Vote Could Swing 1956 Nomination
Drew Pearson reports Kennedy circulated a private memo to 1956 delegates arguing a Catholic candidate could win a large bloc of Catholic voters in key northern states. The analysis warns that not nominating Kennedy risks losing Catholic support, while nominating him risks losses in the South and border states.
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West Virginia
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Democratic Party
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Incomplete OCR text shows garbled phrases and missing context. Readable parts mention names or events unclear, leaving no definite person, place, or action to summarize reliably. The fragment offers no verifiable details to produce a proper two-line record.
Editorial briefs on sugar policy and platforms in the era
The piece argues curtailing Cuban sugar purchases signals risk of American property grabs by Castro and questions the value of broad convention platforms. It cites Kennedy’s commanding lead and critiques campaign cures while warning against elm disease and urging proactive tree care. It notes an Arizona sect preparing for doomsday with meek authorities observing.
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Taxpayers face penalties for late state income payments
About 4 532 Iowa residents failed to include payments with their 1960 state income tax returns. The Iowa Tax Commission notes in its fiscal year report that these taxpayers are subject to penalties and interest payments.
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DES Moines
Iowa Tax Commission
Atlantic News rates and publication details
Atlantic News announces pricing for carrier and mail subscriptions across regions including Cass and nearby counties. Rates vary by duration from one month to one year with in state and national options, reflecting edition distribution and editor contact details.
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Cass
Iowa
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Just Folks by Edgar A. Guest and Ancient Tooth Find in Iowa
A poem by Edgar A. Guest reflects on a mischievous yet beloved child. Separately a fossil tooth from a prehistoric skate or ray, about 60 million years old, was found along the Cedar River in Iowa between Nashua and Plainfield, with only three such teeth previously reported in the state.
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Iowa
Herman Venz
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Polaris missile test hiccup amid submarine launch plan
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. AP The Polaris missile failed during a test as one 28 foot solid fuel rocket went out of control and was destroyed after launch from USS Observation Island offshore. A prior land launch also failed driving Navy to push underwater tests on the George Washington for an October operational goal.
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Navy
Atlantic
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Bid decisions for four contract bridge hands in Masters play
South opens with 1¢, passes, and four hands follow. Hand 1 supports a strong jump to three clubs with 11 points and distribution. Hand 2 warrants two notrump despite weak stoppers, seeking game. Hand 3 shows a forced cue bid to let partner select a suit or notrump. Hand 4 aims for game with a long hearts suit and a direct jump to four hearts.
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Reg Syndicate, Inc
Protecting Children from Allergies and Asthma Risks
A 1960 health column notes one in ten Americans will develop allergies, with most symptoms in childhood. It highlights breastfeeding to reduce eczema, cow milk allergy as a trigger, and that about half of eczema patients may develop asthma. Early treatment and desensitization shots can lessen lifelong allergy risks.
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Herman Naieren
My Odo
Allergy Foundation of America
Foundation
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King Features Syndicate, Inc
Teacher Honored in Des Moines for Livestock Program Work
Clarinda high school vocational agriculture teacher Neil E. Johnston received the Beresford- Quaife Award in Des Moines for outstanding work in an educational livestock production program. The AP report notes the Thursday presentation and the significance of the honor.
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Des Moines
Neil E. Johnston
Clarinda
Beresford- Quaife
Kennedy and Johnson debate vice presidency at convention
The World Today notes Kennedy rejects a possible vice presidential run, while Johnson avoids a firm denial. Both seek the Democratic presidential nomination as the Los Angeles convention opens. Johnson asserts he will be nominated, despite Kennedy’s larger delegate lead.
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Kennedy
Massachusetts
Associated Press
Washinton
John F. Kennedy
Lyndon B. Johnson
Johnson
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Los Angeles
Senate Democrats
Johnson Refuses Second Place on Presidential Ticket
Johnson received little consideration for the presidential nomination with about 80 votes and flatly refused to accept a second place on the ticket.
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Tion Johnson
Audubon bids a near no tax boost for 1961
The Audubon city budget proposes spending 195,537 with 105,237 to be raised by taxes. The council expects the municipal levy of 28.79 mills to remain nearly level, with a tax rise of 2,529 offset by new homes and business properties joining the rolls next year.
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Audubon
Public office candidates can qualify for November ballot via petition
The Iowa attorney general notes that challengers who fail to win June primary nominations may still appear on the November ballot as long as they gather enough petition signatures from supporters.
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DES Moines
Edison Holds Record With Over Thousand Patents
The article notes Thomas A. Edison achieving a milestone by holding more than 1,000 patents. It mentions a ruling by Woodbury County Attorney Edward F. Lamore. The details imply a legal or governance context surrounding Edison’s patent holdings.
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Eral
Woodbury County
Edward F. Lamore
Thomas A. Edison
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