Kefauver predicts Democratic win in 1956 sweep
Senator Kefauver on November 22 on a national radio panel forecast that in two years the Democrats would control both houses of Congress and the presidency. He avoided directly answering whether he would seek the 1958 Democratic nomination, saying he has no firm plans but is not ruling out a run. Kefauver was a leading contender for the 1952 nomination, which went to Adlai Stevenson.
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Washington
Kefauver
D-Tenn
Congress
Adlai Stevenson
Soothing Cough Relief Ad for Father John's Medicine
An old style ad touts Father John’s Medicine for soothing coughs and throat irritation from colds. It claims immediate relief and urges personal or family use, noting it has been successfully used for over 99 years.
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John
Father John
NATO Chiefs Postpone Bonn Arms Plan Review
NATO Military Committee chiefs meet in Washington and delay discussion of West German rearmament until mid December in Paris. They adjourn after less than five hours and issue a brief communique on defense forces and NATO strength. The group plans a visit to Norfolk and SAC Atlant. attendance includes Adm. Radford and Gen. Gruenther.
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Washington
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Pans
NATO
Germany
Paris
Ern
European Defense Organization
Augustin Guillaume
Norfolk
Supreme Allied Commander
Atlantic Adm
Gerauld Wright
Saclant
Supreme Allied Headquarters
Europe
Alfred M. Gruenther
McCarthy in Hospital Speeding Charge in Bridgeport
Catherine J. McCall, 29, of 92 Wiklund Avenue Bridgeport, was arrested on a speeding charge on the Post Road after a patrolman clocked the vehicle. The incident occurred around 9:00 PM in Westport.
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Westport
Catherine J. McCall
Wiklund Avenue
Bridgeport
Post Road
Austin McAleenan
Judge rules firm can transfer worker despite union bid
Federal Judge J Joseph Smith upheld Landers Frary and Clark right to transfer Morris Falk from inspector to another department. Union Local 207 had sought reinstatement or arbitration, arguing the move violated the union shop steward status and contract. The court found no substantial handicap from the transfer and ruled the dispute not subject to arbitration.
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Hartford
J. Joseph Smith
Landers, Frary and Clark
United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America, Cio
New Britain
Morris Falk
Falk
Smith
Insulation Ad Promises Big Fuel Savings
An advertisement urges saving up to 40 percent on fuel by insulating with brownarm fiberglass. It lists a free estimate offer and provides the contact number FO 2667 for The Glass Wheel Insulation Co.
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Glass Weel Insulation Co
Efficient cab design features for vibration dampening and insulation
The description highlights efficient ventilation and insulation, shackle mountings to cushion frame vibrations, a one-piece curved windshield, and a sturdy all steel Double-Wall cab construction for extra strength.
Recirculating Ball Steering Gear with Torque Action
Exclusive system uses rotating brake drums to aid stopping. Twin action brakes enhance control and ease of stop.
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Guillaume
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Arthur Radford
Joint Chiefs of Staff
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U. S. Chiefs of Staff
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Gew Seven Star
Gooderham & Worts Ltd
Peoria
Illinois
Joseph McCarthy
Bethesda Naval Hospital
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Milwaukee
DU Pont
America
Chevrolet
Cochrane Chevrolet CO
Henderson Chevrolet CO
J. W. Skinner, Inc
Bridgeport,conn
Stratford, Conn
Fairfield,conn
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