Texas Climaxes In Democratic Loyalists Versus Conservatives
Texas politics moves toward dual climaxes as Democratic Loyalists clash with Regulars over convention seats and platform. Governor Shivers travels to Chicago to defend Texas delegation while Republicans plan a harmony meeting in Dallas to name state and national candidates including a possible U.S. Senate bid.
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Dickson
Austin
Shivers
Texas
Chicago
Orville Bulington
Wichita Falls
GOP
Edward, T. Dicker
Dallas
U.S
Flgin H- Lane
Bullington
Jack Porter
Houston
Texas National Committee
Propaganda pact? United States orders halt on Russia
In July 15 dispatch from FISHINGTON, the State Department ordered Russia to stop publication of a Russian language magazine Amerika in America. The note said Moscow must grant Amerika the same publication and distribution terms as other foreign periodicals or face possible revocation. The action aims to cut flows of Soviet life into American readers and affects Voice of America broadcasts already jammed.
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Gassia
State Department
Apk
My American
Soviet Union
Moscow
Voice of America
Amerika
Russia
Fea
Local Hospital Visit Amid Community News in Spots Ads
Hospital news notes a National Bank Echors employee at San Jacinto Moriai Hospital for a checkup, condition described as not serious with a likely return home in a week or two. VFW plans monthly World War II film showings at Decker Drive Hall, Army support noted. Delinquent taxes 2951 total $38,294.34. 1951 rolls bring overall to about $105,000, Tax Assessor George L Bennett reports.
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Echors
San Jacinto Moriai Hospital
Ols
Gibat Films
VFW
Whitten
Tangements
Veterans’ Group
Decker Drive
E Army
George L Bennett
Reds Warned Of Tough Bombings By Army Chief
Gen. J Langton Collins, U S Army chief of staff, warned the Communists in Tokyo that the UN air war would deliver tougher bombings unless an armistice is agreed. He cited recent allied strikes on North Korea including power plants and supply targets and said outside power could force heavier action if necessary, excluding germ warfare.
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Robert Vermillion
Tokyo
J. Lawton Collins
U. S
Collins
Korea
Shivers Claim Is Disputed in Texas Loyalists Plan Sitdown
A Texas dispute erupts over the 96.6 percent claim of Gov. Allan Shivers’ regular convention. Loyal Democrats executive director Fagan Dickson challenges seating at a Chicago hearing, arguing La Villita delegates pledged to support Democratic nominees and that large counties' votes under unit rule invalidates Shivers' count. If loyalty pledges hold, Loyal Democrats expect to command a national convention delegation.
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Dallas
Texas
Chicago
Democratic Credentials Subcommittee
Fagan Dickson
Allan Shivers
San Antonio
Loyalists
Shivers
Dickson
la Viliita
la Villita
Uy Shivers
Eisenhower Resting Before Colorado Vacation Start
Dwight D. Eisenhower began cleaning up odds and ends on Tuesday before a short Colorado vacation. He expected a brief fishing trip after arriving in Denver, with press secretary Hagerty noting the plan was tentative. Eisenhower and Mamie stayed at Brown Palace and visited Mrs John Doud before spending the night as 15,000 to 20,000 supporters greeted him in cooler weather.
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Denver
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Colorado
James C. Hagerty
Eisenhower
Mamie
Brown Palace
John Doud
Chicago
Jaycees Build Turtle Derby Booths in Baytown
Baytown Jaycees begin constructing booths for their Terrapin Derby to be held Friday and Saturday on Commerce at Pearce. 95 terrapins are needed at 25 cents each, and a call goes out for more terrapins. The group also plans a ducking board stunt with local officials and announces speaker Dr. R L Atwood of Harvard on leadership and public speaking.
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Temple Lumber Company
Baytown Jaycees
Commerce
Pearce
H. T Ward
George Crist
R B. Jacobs
Jaycee
Derby
Chamber of Commerce
H. B. Mckee
C. BD. Middleton
R L. Atwood
Harvard University
Dr. Atwood
Jaycees
A. S Bynum
Baytown man dies after pipe load falls at Houston plant
Baytown boilermaker Jack R. West, 29, was crushed when a winch loaded pipe slipped during construction at Houston Lighting and Power Co. on Greens Bayou. West, a newcomer to Baytown, died at a Houston hospital. Funeral services set for Wednesday at Barthman chapel with burial at Cedarcrest. Survivors include wife Jettie Rebecca West and children Jack Rudolph Jr and Georgia Mae Green, plus parents, three brothers and a sister.
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New
Houston
Lighting and Power Co
Greens Bayou
Beaumont Highway
Jack R. West
Yupon
West
Boilermakers Union
Houston Lighting and Power Co
Barthman Chapel
Little Arlington
Cedarcrest Cemetery
Jettie Rebecca West
Jack Rudolph Jr
Georgia Mae Green
Rudolph West
Tomball
John West
Ralph West
Harry West
Richards
Virginia Westmoreland
Kats
Mosquito Swarm Invades Baytown Downtown Areas
Residents report a swarm of fifty mosquitoes flooding Baytown city hall cafes and downtown buildings just before sundown. The insects penetrated window mesh, prompting complaints as the bites began to spread through the area.
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Baytown
Truman to Fast Move to Halt Draft Talk at Democratic Nominating Meet
Washington July 15 President Truman faces pressure to be drafted again but aides expect him to act quickly to stop any draft movement in Chicago next week. Gavin will cast his ballots as Truman’s alternate. The White House plans a quick departure to Chicago for the convention’s closing speech.
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Merriman Smith
Washington
Truman
Chicago
White House
Mr.Truman_ is
Thomas J.gavin
Kansas City
Missouri
Gavin
Mr. Truman
Truman's Sill Sick Truman's Sill Sick
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Truman ill and confined to a location with unclear reference. It indicates no appointments were scheduled for Tuesday and includes stray dates and initials, limiting clear event details or names.
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Washington
Truman
Blind Toymaker Builds Doll Furniture Despite Blindness
J F Bevins, an 80 year old blind toymaker, has become a busy creator of doll beds and furniture in town. He crafts intricate pieces in a garage workshop, attributing his skill to faith and patient practice. His work delights his great grandchildren and local children, with one bed nearly stealing the doll show.
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East Lobit
I Bevins
Baytown
Wanda
Bevins
Harris OCD Chief Speaks Here Tonight
Col Al W Snyder Harris County civil defense director will speak at a Baytown auxiliary police dinner meeting at 7 30 p m Tuesday at Rebel Inn. He will be joined by Chief J W Eickner and Deputy Chief J B Rainbold of the O C D communications division. Baytown deputy civil defense director Col George Keene, Mayor J A Ward and city council members are invited.
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al W. Snyder
Harris County Civil Defense
Auxiliary Police
Baytown
Office of Civil Defense
Rebel Inn
Col. Snyder
J. W. Eickner
J. B. Rainbold
George Keene
Civil Defense
J. A. Ward
Kerr Backer Charged With Bribery Attempt
Chicago reports an unidentified campaign backer for Senator Robert Kerr is accused of attempting to bribe Southern California delegates. The incident underscores efforts to influence party delegates ahead of the conventions.
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Kerr Backer
Chicago
Estes Kefauvers
Robert S. Kerr
California
Hurricane Hunter Plane Investigates Gulf Squall Area
New Orleans reports a hurricane hunter plane searched a central Gulf squall area about 250 miles east of Brownsville seeking any circulation. Forecasters warned Pensacola to Galveston small craft to stay from open Gulf for 24 hours as squalls move west at about 10 mph.
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J. S. Weather Bureau
Gulf of Mexico
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Fla
Galveston
Tex
Gulf
Jacksonville
Weather Bureau
Brownsville
Texas
Central Gulf
Central Gulf ‘of Mexico
Settlement talks fail in 44 day steel strike
Pittsburgh July 15 Representatives of the steel industry and the CIO United Steelworkers met at the government's request but could not settle the 44 day walkout of 590000 basic steelworkers. After a two hour session with industry negotiators Murray said talks continue but disagreement remains. He and Larkin reported to Acting Mobilizer Steelman who may call another meeting within hours. The dispute centers on shop clause revision and wage structure for 23000 iron ore workers.
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U.P
Steel ‘Industry
CIO
United Steelworkers
GIO
Philip “Murray
Joseph Larkin
Bethlehem Steel
Fense
John R
Murray
Newdustry
Steelman
Larkin
Bethlehem
John M. Morse
Refurn At Shell Oil
Houston July 15 workers at Shell refinery in Deer Park return to their jobs as the last Gulf Coast group resumes work after a nationwide walkout. They end with a temporary 50 day agreement and a strike threat remains if no contract by September 14.
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Houston
Shell
Deer Park
Texas Gulf Coast
Phone Firm Ties Rate Hike To Baytown Expansion Plan
Southwestern Association Telephone Co officials told a Baytown hearing that a rate increase is needed to fund a $200,000 Baytown exchange expansion. They urged securing an adequate return on investments to attract buyers for new securities as the City Council weighs a proposed 5 percent rate rise. The public hearing drew council members and local protesters alike.
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Southwestern Associated Telephone Co
Baytown
Ray F. Red
G. T. Sims
Red
Sins
Burnet School Balks on Easement Delay Drainage Plan
Baytown trustees refuse county easement over Burnet School ditch citing loss of control and future need for culvert space. The board OKs a resolution allowing county work on the ditch to improve drainage, while attorney Reid warns against gifting school property. Further discussion expected on page two.
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Baytown
Burnet School
Wooster
George Scott
Harry Hartman
Scott
Reid
Hartman
Rites Tomorrow For Mrs Daniel 69 at Causeway
Funeral services are set for Mrs Hattie Mae Daniel 69 at Earthman Chapel with Rev Eastman and Rev Owens officiating. Burial will follow at Albright Cemetery Harmony community Caldwell. Survivors include daughters Mrs Webb Mrs McBride and Mrs Teague. sons I M and Harmon Daniel. 16 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Polio Needle Problem Solved By Houston
Houston reports a breakthrough in polio needle design as plastic needles used to inoculate children with gamma globulin gelatin are effectively disposed of. The issue was resolved Tuesday, ending concerns over the reused needles and sterilization during early inoculation efforts.
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Tay
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