Realistic view on Taft Eisenhower battle for GOP nomination
The piece argues Taft backers’ tactics at the Republican convention are normal, not underhanded, and likens politics to a hard fought contest. It dismisses claims of “sour grapes” and asserts Taft is honest, with Ike supporters also responsible for some missteps.
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U.S
U. S
Eisenhower
Abilene
Roont A. Taft
Herbert Hoover
John Foster Dulles
Dean Acheson
George Marshall
Ledger
Europe
Truman
Roberta Levitt
Roberta
Wrong think in Air f a call for straight thinking
A column argues that the end does not justify illegal means such as betting profits used for charity. It cites Ak-Sar-Ben horse racing legalisation and political corruption as proof that profit-driven actions undermine law and rights. The piece urges revival of clear moral thinking and obedience to the law.
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Ak-Sar-Ben
Nebraska
Omaha
Council Bluffs
Tax cut pledges at election time raise scrutiny
Most candidates promise tax cuts, a popular pledge that is often quickly violated. The value of a promise rests on the candidate's actions, and voters must decide which pledges are worth voting for and which to ignore.
Soviet ambassador departs Washington amid peace statement row
Editorial briefs note the Soviet ambassador’s departure to Russia after praising the peace loving people of America. Meacow dismisses the claim and vows not to tolerate such sentiments from official representatives, labeling the stance as provocative and unfounded.
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Washington
Russia
America
Meacow
U. S
Atlantic News Telegraph: Subscription Rates Listed
Atlantic News lists subscription prices by region including in state Iowa, Canada, and U S outside laws. Rates cover one month to one year with discounts for longer terms and special regional mailings.
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Sun- Gar
Aes Corp
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Réitor
Atlantis
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Cate Artires
Atlantic
Deas
Adjoin
Iowa
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Canada
MacArthur politics clash and Honduran envoy declines medal
Army Secretary Pace urges rebuff to General MacArthur over political activity while on active duty, with the Hatch Act and Army regulations cited. President Truman hesitates to approve the proposed letter. Honduras ambassador Rafael Valle declines Argentina’s highest decoration, contrasting with Vaughan’s Peron-linked honor. Taft and Eisenhower race tightens as party factions seek last-minute backing before Chicago convention.
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Vaughan
Taft
Ike
Washington
Truman
New York
Eisenhower
Harry Vaughan
Honduras
United States
Argentina
Peron
Rafael Hueliodoro Valle
Remerino
Harry
Bloc
Latin America
Congress
State Department
Valle
Buenos Aires
Committee of Congres
MAR
Oregon
Co Agein
Chicago
Harold Stassen
Minnesota
Ehmer Anderson
Stassen
California
Earl Warren
Pennsylvania
The
Bell Syndicate, Inc
Skill and Talent Poem by Edgar A. Guest
A short verse contrasts skill with innate talent. It emphasizes that skill is earned through patient toil and courage, while talent may be wasted if unused. The poem repeats that those born with talent must labor to adorn it, and notes the danger of idleness.
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Edgar A. Guest
Des Moines Eyes Ticket Allocation for Republican Convention
Letters will go out this week to the lucky Towans who will receive spectator tickets to the Republican National Convention in Chicago. A rotation system will distribute 180 tickets among the 200 spectators from an initial 2,300 requests. The Iowa delegation also receives 70 seated tickets and 60 honorary badges for admission to the convention hall.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Delegation Arranges 200 Names for Convention Sessions
The delegation plans to pass around about 200 persons with two or more convention sessions daily. Some tickes or badge holders will attend one session and then credentials will be given to others for use at subsequent sessions.
Editorial Letter on Taft and Taft Ike Presidency
A reader from Anita Iowa praises Taft and criticizes Eisenhower promises of jobs for campaign workers. The letter argues Taft would keep government spending restrained and avoid foreign trips chasing handouts, contrasting with current White House concerns.
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Mr. Simpson
Taft
White House
Ike
E. A. Coon
Anita
Confirmation at Massena Church
At Massena Catholic Church vacation school a group of youths completed instruction and received first communion then shared a breakfast at the Leo Stakey home. The confirmation class includes 36 children and eight adults with Bishop Daly of Des Moines officiating.
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Daniel
Mary Ann McLares
Marvy Ann Mills
Dennis Morrison
Connie Pearis
Betty Low Piearson
Margene
Picnic at City Park With Children and Instructors
A group of children their instructors and mothers named Sue Rowland Neacy Reicherdt Mary Lou Rowland Lawrence Ryan Kenneth Sickels Elizabeth Ledee Eugene Welach and Neal li joined by Mrs Melvan Casey New Lillian Clinton Laura Crow Mrs Nira Talty Mrs Ethel Lucas Aryland Pard y Rex Moetz Ger and Leo Stakey held a picnic Thursday at the city park.
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Sue Rowland
Neacy Reicherdt
Mary Lou Rowland
Lawrence Ryan
Kenneth Sickels
Elizabeth Ledee
Eugene Welach
Nealli
Melvan Casey
Lillian Clinton
Laura Crow
Nira Talty
Ethel Lucas
Aryland Pardy
Rex Moetzger
Leo Stakey
GOP Meeting in Audubon County Republican Club Addressed
Audubon County Republican club will meet at 8 o'clock in the house as Catan comm unesAudubon Gerald Kelly director of the publican publican will address the gathering.
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GOP
Audubon
Gerald Kelly
Catan Communes
Audubon County, Republican Club
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