Dewey Eyes Presidency as Republican Hopeful Faces Path
New York Governor Thomas Dewey remains a leading yet contested figure in the race for the Republican presidential nomination. Observers note his steady rise from early setbacks to a potential White House bid, while critics cite a perceived blank record and possible overemphasis on ambition. Political players weigh his appeal to reformers against CIO-leaning opposition amid intra party maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
New York
Thomas Edmund Dewey
Ow. York
Roosevelt
Dewey
York
al Smith
White House
New York State Industrial Union Council
CIO
Saratoga Springs
Byrnes Calls for Tough Action Against Russia and Germany
Former U S secretary of state John L Byrnes outlines a 10 step plan to press for a German peace treaty and possible force to remove Soviet troops from western Germany if Russia refuses to cooperate. He warns the move could trigger World War III but expects a treaty may avert war. At AFL convention John L Lewis defends his stance as the federation votes to abolish 13 vice presidents to permit non Communist affidavits under Taft Hartley while only Green and Meany remain as top officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F. Byrnes
Russia
Byrnes
U. S
Red Army
Germany
Big Five
U. N. Security Council
Security Council
John L. Lewis
American Federation of Labor
San Francisco
AFL
Lewis
National Labor Relations Board
William Green
George Meany
Labor
Allied plan to dismantle 682 German plants for reparations
British and American military governments announce swift dismantling of 682 German metal chemical electrical shipbuilding and power plants in their zones to aid European recovery. They frame the move as a choice between halting Germany's war potential and rebuilding industry for peaceful use, inviting German input on substitutes for damaged capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
U.S
Britain
Dial Telephone Exchange May End Rural Party Lines
A 1930s article notes a new community rotary dial exchange designed for small towns with 300 to 400 subscribers. It promises automatic service for various line configurations, separating toll from local calls and reducing in-home ringing. However it cannot trace a doctor in an emergency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Winchell
Dial
Rotary Exchange
Benjamin Franklin
Home Craft Tips for Parents and Crafters
This guide offers practical steps for parents tracking a child’s meals when meals are eaten away from home. It also provides simple kitchen hacks to steady bowls during chopping and suggests using old shaving brushes for dusting delicate items. Tips include marking basted fabric lines with contrasting color and touching up faded porch rug stencils with enamel.
Mirrors Polished with Lukewarm Water and Starch
Wash mirrors with clear lukewarm water containing a little starch. Allow to dry, then rub quickly for a sparkling finish.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Brutus
Caesar
Thomas Dewey
America
Tom Dewey
Taft
Meult
Owosso, Mich
Pane
Warren
California
Stassen
New
United States District Attorney
Hunstler
American Bar Association
Dutch Schultz
Lucky Luciano
Et al
Cat
Bankhage
Thomas E. Dewey
Royal Scots Guard
London
Hyde Park
National Savings Movement
Reds
Soviets
Iron Curtain
Sweden
Baltic
Soviet Union
Siberia
Soviet Zone
Federation
Jon L. Lewis
Charming Button
Sumiten
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
South Wells St
Chicago
Neeze
Vicks VA
St.Joseph
Oregon
Colorado
Fort Worth
Texas
Diamond Glaze Company
Cooper Building
Denver 2
Col
Bend
Seated Power Corp
Muskegon
Michigans
Troost Ave
Venetian Blind Co
Rvice
Aoalieatl
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!