Truman and Taft Share Shenandoah Campaign Day
In Shenandoah a crowd of 20 000 to 25 000 gathered for a pancake festival as Truman and Taft toured, each drawing large audiences. Voters split on who won depending on source. Taft praised by Republicans, Truman attacked Republicans and praised the Brannan plan, while Taft prepared a rebuttal.
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Truman Warns GOP Could Push Prices Down By Depression
Former President Truman warned in Cleveland that the Republican party would kill remaining price controls and might provoke a downturn to push prices lower. He accused Eisenhower and GOP leaders of serving special interests and urged voters to see through the general's military image.
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Convicted Wife in Sergeant's Death in Munich
Martha Wage 19 of Red Wing Minnesota was found guilty of intentional murder in the shooting death of her husband Air Force Sgt Dan Wage 26 of Baldwin Wisconsin. A three judge U S district court sentenced her to two years and six months. The court noted the defense claimed she acted to protect her home and children, but held the husband was not a threat or paramour.
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Martha Joan Wage
Red Wing
Minn
Air Force
Dan
Wesley Rodin Jury Slated in Fatal Car Crash Case
The Wesley E. Rodin murder trial neared a verdict as the jury planned to retire in Judge Hamiel's court. After a day of witness testimony, prosecutors urged the panel to find Rodin guilty of wanton disregard for the safety of Gloria Schmickle and her mother.
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Virgil Schmickle
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Ted W. Ruffin
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John Roosevelt Backs Eisenhower In 1956 Campaign
John Roosevelt youngest son of the late Franklin D. Roosevelt endorsed Dwight Eisenhower and offered campaign help in New York and New England. Representative Scott said Roosevelt would deliver several speeches for Eisenhower, citing a desire for experienced leadership and progress in Washington.
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Wadsworth Named as Creth Recess Envoy
President Truman announced the recess appointment of George Wadsworth a veteran career diplomat to be ambassador to Czechoslovakia. Wadsworth 58 carries long service in foreign affairs and will represent the United States in Prague as envoy during the interim.
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Stevenson Attacks GOP as Do Nothing Party in Missouri Address
Adlai Stevenson charged the Republicans are a do nothing party in a Missouri speech praising Truman as independent. He mocked Eisenhower’s shifting affiliations and warned of a Republican surrender, while noting CBS and local stations would televise and air highlights.
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Anonymous rescuer, pier dive saves tax collector
A seaside pier incident saw a diver rescue an income tax collector. Both rescuers choose to remain anonymous amid the unusual act of bravery and quiet aid.
Government Wins Return of Meacham Tanker in Illicit Transfer Case
Federal Judge rules the government may recover the tanker Meacham after it was illegally transferred to a corporation financed by Chinese aliens. The ship linked to Casey's group and Newbold Morris's foundation, with transfers through multiple firms, sparked congressional probes into surplus ship profiteering and alleged alien financing.
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Little Change in Weather Seen Across Iowa
Iowans enjoyed mild autumn weather with little change forecast through Friday. State temperatures rose into the high sixties after subfreezing readings, with Cedar Rapids at 62 at 2:30 pm and the prior day’s high at 68 with a 40 degree overnight low.
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Queens of Ice Battle Set at Indianapolis Box Office
INDIANAPOLIS AP A battle of ice shows opens tonight as Barbara Ann Scott and the Hollywood Ice Revue face Sonja Henie and her 1953 Ice Revue. Each tours eight of ten nights with Scott at Butler University field house and Henie at the Indiana Fairgrounds Coliseum. Barbara Ann, 24, says she admired Henie since childhood and attended her films.
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Federal Attorney Tells of $86,000 In Outside Fees
Decatur attorney Ard L. Doyle testified before a House subcommittee that he earned $86,000 in outside legal fees from 1943 to 1950 while U.S. attorney for Southern Illinois. He said the private practice was legal and not related to government cases, and he amended his 1945 tax return to cover $5,000 in outside fees. Calls were made to refer the tax matter to the justice department and IRS.
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Stevenson Group Pleads for Funds in New Orleans
The Volunteers for Stevenson appeal for money to keep Adlai Stevenson visible to voters. National executive director George Ball said thousands of telegrams will be sent. a headquarters estimate targets about one million dollars for Stevenson radio and TV simulcasts two or three times weekly for the remainder of the campaign.
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Stevenson
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George Ball
Ball
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Burglars Take 79 Gallons of Anti Freeeze at Gas Station
Detroit police report burglars broke into a gas station and stole 79 gallons of anti freeze as winter nears. No injuries reported and ongoing investigation by local authorities.
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Reds Driven From White Horse Hill North of Seoul
South Korean troops stormed Chinese forces atop White Horse Hill near Seoul driving them from the summit after a hard hour long assault. An American officer described a terrific battle with bayonets rocks and rifles as U S Sabrejet pilots claimed two MIG 1s shot down and several damaged in MIG Alley.
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Kim Chong Oh
FCC Chief Seeks Specifics On Republican Blitz Inquiry
FCC Chairman Paul Walker told George W. Ball the commission lacks definite data to probe Republican plans for a 2,000,000 radio and TV blitz before the election. He urged providing station names and timing details or to take the matter to the Justice Department.
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Death toll rises to 94 in British rail disaster
In Harrow England authorities dug more bodies from debris of a triple train crash. The death toll rose to at least 94, marking the second worst rail catastrophe in British history.
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