Eisenhower book details war debates and 1948 presidency offer
The book Crusade in Europe recounts Eisenhower’s clash with President Truman at Potsdam over the presidency in 1948. It argues he opposed British pressure and overruled Churchill with Marshall’s support, shaping postwar strategy. Also notes glaucoma accounts making up about 12 percent of total blindness in the US.
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Sunday Reviews on Crusade in Europe by Gazette team
The Cedar Rapids Gazette will publish three reviews of Dwight D. Eisenhowers Crusade in Europe in its Sunday editions. International News Service's Considine, APs Gallagher, and Gazette editor Reynolds will provide scholarly and lighter takes with Reynolds handling lighter tone and Gallagher and Considine focusing on top level strategy.
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Eisenhower Relays Jest About Presidential Opponent
In a sharp remark, Eisenhower recalls telling the President he would not be the opponent for the presidency. He notes his seriousness and adds a light emphasis on the word my. The anecdote ends with his quoted line about the unlikely match.
Fire Crew Tracks Blazes to Source
In Winnetka a Chicago fire department crew surveys homes to prevent fires. Each residence undergoes about 40 hazard checks focusing on overloaded fuse boxes electrical equipment chimneys and piles of rubbish to head off fires before they start.
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