Midwest Regional GOP Chairs Open Campaign HQ in Chicago
Regional Republicans from 19 states held a Chicago meeting to inaugurate Midwest campaign headquarters. The gathering showcased regional cooperation and potential benefits for national policy by exchanging perspectives on water rights in the Far West and flood control in the Midwest.
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Qyhairman
Midwest
Southwest
Chicago
Congress
Far West
Vanport
Portland Housing Authority
Sinclair's Junior Police Playground Closes Season
The Cedar Rapids Sinclair playground in the St Wenceslaus district completed a successful season with coordinated programs for thousands of youths. Officials credit the effort with reducing juvenile delinquency in the area and note the program’s established benefits over the last two years.
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Police Department
Sinclair
Davis
Juvenile Bureau
Cedar Rapids
Sinclair Playground
St. Wenceslaus
Railroading Rebel Robert R Young Targets Control Shifts
The piece highlights Robert R Young as a disruptor challenging status quo in the rail industry. It notes his renewed push to seize additional railroad holdings and his clash with the American Association of Railroads over modernization and boxcar shortages. It praises his passenger courtesy and pushes for industry-wide changes to boost competitiveness.
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Robert R. Young
Young
American Association of Railroads
A.R.A
Democracy and Christianity Intertwined in Reflections
Malcolm Bingay argues democracy resists definition like Christianity. He cites Swift, Fielding, Coleridge to compare creed to grammar and democracy to a healthful life force. He notes debates over democracy and the difficulty of precise meaning.
Hoover Birthday Reflects on Democracy and Public Memory
The piece links President Hoover to the era's demagogic attacks led by Franklin D Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt. It portrays Hoover as a misunderstood, principled public servant celebrated at his West Branch birthplace on his 74th birthday, emphasizing his defense of liberty and national ideals despite hostile public mood.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Hoover
Charlie Michelson
Mr. Hoover
America
Iowa
Herbert Hoover
West Branch
United States
Democracy defined by Hoover’s steadfast voice
The speaker argues that in any other country Hoover would be jailed or executed for his views, but asserts democracy protects the right to speak. He notes Hoover remains articulate for 16 years, now serene and unbitter, and extends the idea to every American in every election and issue.
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Herbert Hoover
Roosevelt
Hoover
Skeejax
Wade's Wit on Dewey and boxtop giveaways
A compact column humorously questions old fashioned cigars and campaign tactics. It jokes about a man in the house answering the phone and notes a potential FCC ban on boxtop giveaways while mentioning Willie and a home decoder in a playful, opinionated tone.
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Willie
Thrombosis and phlebitis explained for lay readers
Dr Brady describes thrombosis as clot formation in veins arteries or heart during life. He explains phlebitis leg inflammation often from infection or injury, risk of embolism, leg pain swelling and the potential for heart or lung complications.
Truman used committee power for headlines and later presidency
Senate investigator argues that political motives shape criticism of congressional probes. He contends Truman misuses power, notes how past hearings helped his rise, and defends committees against libel fears and executive secrecy while cautioning that some innocents may be harmed but can be cleared by inquiry.
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Washington
Truman
Congressional
Power Struggle at Teamsters as Tobin Battles Beck
Washington D C. Tobin and Beck clash over control of the Teamsters union with Tobin asserting sole authority, firing strong moves against Beck and reshaping the executive vice president role while Beck pursues an empire within the union and faces opposition from allied trades groups and locals.
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Tobin
Beck
Boeing
Seattle
International Machinists Association
Teamsters
Hartford
Conn
Teams
Washington State Federation of Labor
Everett
Wash
Metal Trades Council
Jack Odd
Mon Wallgren
State University
AFL International
Cecil Dunlap
Dunlap
The
International Union
Oregon Now More Republican Than Maine and Vermont
In Oregon the GOP commands a strong base with 83 Republicans in a 90 member legislature and Dewey winning the nomination as Stassen faltered. Portland dominates population yet has limited legislative power, while a new generation of leaders seeks fairer reapportionment amid Wallaceite activity and a fading Democratic organization.
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Oregon
Maine
Vermont
Atland
Dewey
Stassen
Communist Party
Wayne Morse
Senate
G.O.P
Willamette Valley
Portland
Republican National
Teeman
Ralph H. Cake
Equitable Savings and Loan Association
Cake
Lamar Tooze
Tooze
Gov
Earl Warren
Philadelphia
Monroe Sweetland
Newport
Nicholas Granet
Multnomah County
Wallaceites
Democratic Party
Howard Morgan
American Veterans Committee
Wallace
Harry Truman Weeps As He Signs Economic Bills
In a satirical portrayal, President Truman is depicted weeping over economic measures he must sign. The piece emphasizes his reluctance and sorrow as he affixes his signature, calling the action a wrecking of his Democratic heart and noting his penchant for reading, sobbing, and signing.
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Mr. Truman
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