Texas oilman challenge sparks Senate race intrigue
The Austin American Capitol dispatch analyzes why Lyndon Johnson remains favored in Texas amid a heavy campaign by Porter. It cites spending, a Senate subcommittee probe, and targeted ads accusing Johnson on tide lands and votes. Texans reportedly prefer innocence until proven guilty and may elect Johnson despite attacks.
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Judges' Retirement Benefits Topic at Texas Conference
An Austin ballot amendment seeks a state retirement system for appellate and district judges, aligning with modern personnel trends discussed at the Texas Personnel Conference. The editorial notes judges serve long terms, face retirement needs, and are excluded from federal programs, urging public security for their old age.
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Postwar Austin Directory Delays and Traffic Woes
The author notes the 1946 data in the Austin city directory is outdated due to postwar growth and delays. Roads remain narrow with unpaved strips and traffic signals cause jams. Saturday SMU crowds underscored downtown congestion. police managed a difficult situation.
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Labor union drive mobilizes voters in 1948 election
CIO PAC and labor leagues deploy 60,000 activists and 10,000 to 15,000 babysitters to guard, escort, and guide workers to polls. Bloc captains of 50 vote blocs, district captains, and union halls turn into nurseries as labor-minded Democrats push turnout for Truman in key states.
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Dewey Ignores Query on Farm Draft Deferment
Editorial appraisal by Drew Pearson weighs John Dewey’s campaign tactics and draft deferment questions. The piece contrasts Dewey’s restrained approach with critics’ demand for his 1942 farm deferment records, and analyzes party dynamics shaping the race and policy.
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Winchell on Broadway column zips through TV film fame and censorship
Columnist notes film stars like Bob Walker face front-page scrutiny, recalls Barrymore and Fields careers, and mocks Prohibition era scatters. References Gen Devers profanity ban, Navy near miss with Iowa, Nobel-like censorship debates, and radio and Broadway jests.
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Questions and Answers on Shoes Language and Sports
A collection of quick Q A items answers on baseball shoes the official language of Israel and the states United health data the first woman executed by the US government details about Olympic receipts and the Florence Crittenton Homes mention.
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