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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1952
Page
4
Bernard Baruch voices frustration with government failing to set a standard of equity and justice that transcends the interests of pressure groups in the steel dispute. He contends that public policy should balance broader national needs against narrow group demands.
In Texas precinct and county GOP precinct conventions new members flood in as Ike supporters clash with Taft regulars over party control. Regulars storm out and seating rules tilt delegation, denying Eisenhower a Chicago edge and handing the state convention to Taft.
The piece argues that opponents labeled as Democrats in majorities deemed illegal, implying that non Taft supporters could not be Republicans. It warns that Texas 38 delegate votes deciding Chicago could render a contested nomination a dubious prize.
The article notes supporters casting President Truman as an ordinary man while leveraging his identity for political gain. It mentions the refurbished White House costing $5,750,000 and common household issues like leaking roofs and a gummed-up heating system affecting the president’s residence.
Ellis Arnall announced that retail stores must raise one cent to sustain the price stabilizer. The plan translates to about 5 cents more per week per family, a small rise but many items across the country push totals into millions of dollars.
The Federation Employment Service in New York studied 170 workers aged 40 to 60 and found they matched or surpassed younger workers in 83 percent of cases. Employers called older workers more cooperative and responsible, noting maturity brings judgment and craftsmanship despite slower coordination and speed.
George E. Sokols ky argues Korea war has lasted 24 months without target or purpose. He cites 108000 casualties, 20000 dead, and criticizes U S goals, alleging failure to conquer Manchuria or take Peking, and notes Panmunjom talks yield no concessions. He blames strategic errors by Marshall and Far Eastern authorities.
A 1952 King Features essay argues the Korean War mirrored past truces with Chiang Kai shek, enabling Communist gains in Manchuria. It claims Russia aims for prolonged conflict, US disengagement, NATO defense, and UK-China trade rifts, with light from the sun arriving in about eight minutes.
A compiled Q and A set covers topics from ratios of alcoholics to electoral votes needed to win, Alaska purchase, Ohio origin, 22nd Amendment, notable figures, Supreme Court, Nieman fellowship, dams, Lindbergh, presidential history, electoral vote assignment, Upton Sinclair’s EPIC, to Reader's Digest as top circulation.
A collage of short items and opinions ranging from Edgar A Guest verse on self sacrifice to early rail travel skepticism, traffic safety tips, internships, legal notices, and a light look at travel weather forecasts. Includes remarks on public health fears about steam locomotives, intern programs, and a nostalgia note on Pullman sleeping cars.
Washington dispatch notes Gen. Eisenhower, at 61 with 37 years in the Army, returning from the plane to pursue the presidency amid praise and scrutiny. Taft’s foreign policy critique and early GOP opposition press him to answer tough questions as Democrats loom.
A brief column by Hal Cochran criticizes bus drivers for lacking concern for passenger welfare alongside fares. The piece suggests stepping into a phone booth as a humorous alternative if summer proves too cool for commuters.
The Yankton Press and Dakotan endorsed Sen. Robert A. Taft for the Republican presidential nomination. It noted Eisenhower has been relied on as likely fall winner, but cautioned on facing a strong Democratic opposition and said it would support Eisenhower if he becomes the GOP nominee.
Providence Rhode Island dispatch reports a Democratic state convention selecting an unpledged slate of 12 delegates for the national convention in Chicago with no opposition. Leaders expect a harmonious process and indicate support for a delegation with open minds. President Truman's favored Rhode Island figure is believed to have solid backing.
A word puzzle grid listing horizontal and vertical clues with answers spanning chewing sticky to frequently across and pant to diffrent thematic terms. Includes biblical, legal, geographic and literary terms with several proper nouns and common words defined by clue directions.
In San Diego a press table encounter highlighted Tom Werdell's bid to break Warren's California delegation grip ahead of the Chicago convention. The talk centered on FEPC opposition, with Werdell citing constitutional grounds while a Black attendee pressed for broader civil rights discourse amid Roosevelt era discrimination debates.
A 1952 King Features note quotes Mrs. Roosevelt on managing large households. The author discusses the value of a staff solid in one color for smoother operations and clearer understanding.
Industrial research provides radio telephone service for remote ranches avoiding long wire runs. Near Paso Robles California ranches connect via hilltop transmitting stations with Carrisa Plains relays. A rancher lifts a receiver and is automatically connected to the Paso Robles operator by the airborne link. Australia is the smallest of the six inhabited continents.
The schedule lists East and West Bound departures from Rochester by Northwest Airlines at 7:52 a.m. 1:05 p.m. 5:37 p.m. and 8:25 p.m. West Bound at 2:09 p.m. and 7:49 p.m. Great Western, Milwaukee Road, and other lines show arrivals and departures for St. Paul Minneapolis Mason City Omaha La Crosse Chicago Madison and other hubs. Bus departures from Rochester and Charles City Waterloo Minneapolis Austin Des Moines Kansas City and Albert Lea are shown with multiple daily times. A limousine service runs 7:30 a.m. departure and 9:15 p.m. arrival.
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