Roosevelt fifth term bid debated as 1948 campaign opens
The piece argues Roosevelt may seek a fifth term if health holds and world crises persist, with Wallace as a possible runner. It notes early campaign activity after the election, critiques media bias, and warns Republicans to prepare a strong, organized bid led by Dewey with a broad party apparatus and money for four-year strategy.
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Roosevelt
Democratic
Henry Wallace
Wallace
Congress
Clubs
Democratic Party
Cio-Pac
The Other Side of Victory Is An Ugly Thing We Must Face
Robert Quillen reflects on the cost of victory in the Philippines, noting heavy losses and the need for unwavering resolve. He contrasts official triumphs with the grim reality of damaged ships, dead and mangled crews, and the long, costly road ahead.
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Philippines
Out of the Past Colton Quote Featured
A quotation attributed to Colton reflecting on reality vs illusion, noting good in evils that protect from petty despotism as long as they endure. The line highlights a philosophical view on imagination, protection, and control.
No Progress Without Daring in Everyday Endeavor
George Matthew Adams urges boldness as the driver of progress. He cites pioneers who built Chicago from a swamp and credits daring individuals from Pasteur to the Wright brothers with shaping liberty and freedom. He honors soldiers fighting abroad and insists the human spirit remains undefeatable.
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Chicago
Lake Front
West
United States
Canada
Africa
Australia
Pasteur
Ford
Edison
Whitney
McCormick
The
Wrights
Bell
Tesla
Marconi
Westinghouse
Noahaid Contracts and War Era Billing Anecdotes
The piece jokes about early army contracts beginning with Noah counting two elephants at Ararat and a six buck feed bill. It notes government probes at Camp Shanks and accuses wartime contracting of double orders and overcharges.
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Noah
Ararat
Communists' Grab for Control in Europe Cited
Paul Mallon argues Greek riots reflect a broader struggle for influence between Britain and Communist radicals. He claims self determination fuels radical-Communist gains, urges acknowledging Europe’s real powers and the danger of diplomatic language masking strategic aims.
Roosevelt and Churchill Trade Greece Policy Revealed
Inside Washington claims a secret wartime understanding set Greece and Yugoslavia under British influence, forcing U S officers to use British channels and planes. The piece notes delays and mistrust as policy lingers, with UNRRA workers in Greece required to wear British uniforms and Greek unrest blamed on allied actions.
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Ashington
Greece
Roosevelt
Churchill
Yugoslavia
U. S
Near East
U. S.S
U.S
UNRRA
Law curb proposed on lawyers serving in government
Marquis W. Childs argues for a three year bar on lawyers leaving government service from practicing before that department. Citing Biddle and Corcoran, he warns of ethical conflicts and urges a strong penal law to end access- based influence in war-time governance. He highlights Thurman Arnold and Henry Wallace as precedents.
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Pua Shengton
Biddle
Thomas G. Corcoran
Senate
Corcoran
Department of Justice
Thurman Arnold
Arnold
Washington
Circuit Court of Appeals
District of Columbia
Henry Wallace
Secretary of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
al Ljegat Nart
Exercise and heart disease doctors urge cautious activity
Readers discuss heart disease myths about avoiding exercise. Dr Brady argues gradual, supervised activity improves outcomes, noting patients often outlive those who stay inactive. Advice covers monitoring how you feel after activity and seeking physician guidance.
Cornell Professor Urges Change in Two-Thirds Treaty Rule
Henry C. Stancliff argues that treaties should require majority approval in both houses rather than two-thirds in the Senate. He cites historical views, comparisons to constitutional amendments, and international practice to claim the current rule lags behind modern popular government.
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DITOR
the Gazette
Senate
Congress
Cleveland
Charles Tupper
United States
Negro Republic of
Liberia
Africa
America
Henry C. Stancliff
Lets Explore Your Mind Q&A on Marriage and Fingerprints
Dr. Albert E. Wiggam presents a Q and A on jealousy in marriage, pre marital friends, and fingerprint uniqueness. Husbands most want jealous wives, while wives see it as love. Women with many male friends tend to happier marriages. few or no male friends before marriage linked to unhappiness. Fingerprints cannot be destroyed by sandpaper. only full skin removal changes whorls, which regrow unchanged.
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Leyte
Lewis M. Terman
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