Chance To Do Even More Renovating of Congress
The article argues Truman’s re election strengthens pressure to crack the seniority system in Congress. It notes southern opposition and committee chair power could shift to less tenured lawmakers, while urging state study of tax, schools, highways, and institutions to improve governance. It also highlights Iowa’s 12 percent failure rate on mental tests among draftees as a prompt for inquiry.
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Literacy rate critique on draft rejections in Iowa
The piece notes that nearly 12 percent of the first 910 examination takers in Iowa were rejected for mental standards and 48 percent failed physical requirements. It compares Iowa to the 66.27 percent disqualification rate in the 12-state Fifth army area, highlighting concerns about army mental testing and literacy levels during wartime.
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Iowa
Army
Fifth Army
Best Driver Knows Rules And Responsibilities
Northwestern University Traffic Institute finds the safest motorists are not the brightest. The article argues that knowing and observing the rules matters more than IQ. It endorses stricter Iowa driver testing beyond eye exams to ensure applicants demonstrate proper rule knowledge and responsibility before licensure.
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Iowa
White House to Close for Repairs Shock Americans
The White House may shut for repairs after a long recognized fire risk. The public building commissioner testified last session that an appropriation is needed to fund safety upgrades, highlighting a gap between private habits and government maintenance.
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Washington
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Truman's Victory Greater Than Roosevelt's in Scope
Drew Pearson argues Truman won a historic victory, solo effort amid a divided party, with pressure from Dixiecrats and Wallace opponents. He praises the President's mandate, urges removal of cronies, and calls for national unity to strengthen democracy.
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Election Roundup Identifies Truman Victory Factors
In Independence Missouri President Truman credits hard work from his farm upbringing as key to his win. Wallace drew 844,189 votes from eight states. 40 states showed little impact from his campaigns. Cabinet members Clark Brannan Tobin backed re election efforts. Michigan Governor Kim Sigler lost to Mennen Williams, a Murphy protege. Williams may challenge Senator Ferguson next election.
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Out of the Past Quote on the tired business man
The quote by Joseph R. Grundy notes that a tired business man often runs an unprofitable venture. It emphasizes persistence and perception in business success.
Wade’s Wit: Detroit fullback with a fractured skull and other quirks
In Wade’s Wit a Detroit fullback walks with a fractured skull for an hour while a jitterbug who broke a leg notices it three dances later. The column notes no one wins a war in China and recalls Doris Duke’s romance cycle ending after 13 months with the groom drinking.
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Childbirth Pain and Hospital Roles in Modern Maternity Care
Dr Brandy discusses childbirth as a natural function with emotional needs. He cites Dr Grantly Dick Read on companionship during labor and warns against isolating the expectant mother. He critiques hospital rules restricting fathers and urges early predelivery planning with physicians. He also weighs football safety and addresses bubble gum hygiene and decay concerns.
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Maternity Center Association
New York City
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Dr. Read
Harper
Brady
Undecided Voters Key in Polls Failure Described
David Lawrence argues poll forecasts failed across the board in the election. Undecided voters shifted to Truman, late-breaking events and turnout issues were not captured, and Wallace's support evaporated. He warns that close popular vote amid electoral rules makes polls unreliable.
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Truman
Reading Classics in Science and Academic Freedom
Dr Hollinshead argues that reading great classical works sharpens scientific method and reveals connections across disciplines. He defends academic freedom as essential to truth in teaching, noting professors are checked by peers and should not be bound to please economic interests.
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Uestion
Tay Ee
A Moderate Path for Civil Rights Crisis
Marquis Childs argues for a middle way to advance civil rights, urging a conference of Southern moderates in North Carolina, possible federal state compacts on lynching and education, and a pragmatic plan that avoids broad federal coercion while reducing South’s opposition. The piece warns of stalemate, violence, and endangering Truman’s reform aims if extremes prevail.
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Herbert Hoover
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Democratic Party
North Carolina
Washington
Truman
Bugs Baer Hints Dewey Looks Aging Politically
The columnist jokes about President Truman and Governor Dewey in a light political quip. Baer praises Dewey’s sportsmanship while noting decades of age rumors. The piece urges Truman to read carefully and speak slowly amid the partisan chatter.
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