Kennedys Rally Behind Jack Amid Campaign Family Ties
Los Angeles reports on the Kennedy political machine as Joseph P. Kennedy and his clan mobilize for Jack Kennedy. The extended family backs the youth’s bid, with Rose Kennedy promoting dedication to public service, while Ed and Bobby steer key strategy and publicity from sidelined roles.
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Kennedy Family and World War II Era Ambitions
The Kennedy clan, rooted in Boston wealth and Catholic tradition, shaped by Joe Kennedy Sr and his sons Jack and Bobby, faced isolationist labels, wartime service, and political ascent. Ambassadorship to Britain mired by appeasement accusations, Dunkirk talks, and a 1940 resignation frame the era before Jack’s Senate bid. The family’s rise, tragedies, and philanthropic efforts through the Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Memorial Foundation are noted, with six sons and five daughters advancing varied paths.
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Delegates End Democratic Convention Whirlwind
LA reporters describe the closing days as delegates trade jokes for yokes. Kennedy’s clash turned into shadow boxing, LBJ’s acclamation echoed softly, and interest deflated as speeches moved toward Las Vegas and the Coliseum finale. Delegates flee hotels amid chatter and unclear roll calls.
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Kennedy Victory Sets Kennedy Record for Youngest President
Washington AP reports that if John F. Kennedy wins the fall election he would be 43 and the youngest elected president, with Nixon at 47 likely the third youngest. It notes Theodore Roosevelt became president at 42 after McKinley’s death, Grant and Colfax as the youngest presidential pair, and cites an average inaugural age of 56. The amethysts were once believed to prevent drunkenness.
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Platforms differ on oil depletion tax question
The Democratic and Republican platforms show sharp contrasts on the oil depletion allowance. Democrats oppose the 2744 per cent deduction, while Republicans in Chicago are expected to back it, aligning with Vice President Nixon who endorsed the full allowance after a June Houston speech. National debate centers on closing loopholes that let certain privilegeds avoid taxes.
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Crawford MYF Wiener Roast at Crawford Home
The Grace Methodist Church MYF hosted a wiener roast at the Crawford home on Beach Road. Nineteen members and three counselors attended with Mr. and Mrs. Bland and Mrs. Strauss among the chaperones.
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