Sparkman Frames Prosperity as Key Issue in Campaign
In Mason City Frank Nye reports Senator John Sparkman of Alabama argued the 1952 campaign hinges on prosperity not corruption or Korea. He claimed Democratic laws created growth, cited rising savings, and dismissed corruption as a non-issue while urging farmers to support Democratic farm policy.
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Dynamite Cap Tragedy Claims Monticello Boy
In Monticello a fifth grade student Ronnie Mowrey died after handling a dynamite cap found at a jelly dump. Two other boys who received caps also faced investigation as officials described the cap’s deadly blast. Funeral services for Ronnie were set for Saturday at St Matthew’s Lutheran church.
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Yanks Clinch Tie for Flag in 9-2 Win over Red Sox
The New York Yankees secured at least a tie for the pennant with a 9-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday in Boston.
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Michael O'Rourke Wounded in Korea
Cedar Rapids Lt. Michael O'Rourke 24 is seriously wounded in Korea and a patient at the army hospital in Tokyo. He joined the 2nd Infantry Division in June after Roosevelt high school graduation in 1945 and attendance at the University of Colorado Denver.
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There Was a Hot Time in Wheeling
A McClure hotel desk clerk reports a seventh floor party disturbing guests. A bellhop encounters a burly policeman at the suite door. The occupants are Nixon aides celebrating Eisenhower’s vice presidential vote of confidence.
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Truman Upholds Firing of Caudle
President Truman says he never regrets firing T. Lamar Caudle as assistant attorney general. Caudle told investigators that Donald Dawson and Rep. Bogin claimed Truman felt Caudle had been subjected to a grave injustice. Truman also said he never heard of a White House aide connected to Caudle.
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Non-Binding Fluoridation Vote Okayed In Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids city council approves a non binding fluoridation referendum to be held November 4 with a volunteer run poll at polling places. The plan, backed by Parks Commissioner Richard Jones, has strong opposition from Finance Commissioner L B Burgus and Safety Commissioner Edward Prochaska. The vote will not bind council decisions and costs fall to volunteers as attorney Gerard J Glaza leads opposition.
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Free Enterprise and the Drive to the Top
The quote contrasts free enterprise offering opportunity with the risk of relying on the free part too much. It suggests balancing freedom with enterprise to reach the top, attributed to General Features.
Eisenhower Campaign Push Expands Into Maryland
Dwight Eisenhower's Maryland stop draws about 6,000 in Cumberland while denouncing the Truman administration. He condemns steel seizure and government corruption, promising a cleanup from top to bottom and urging stronger military strength to match economic power. He also speaks to 1,800 at Keyser, West Virginia before proceeding toward Baltimore.
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YMCA seeks volunteers for Camp Wapsie work
Ed Zeller of the YMCA seeks volunteers for outdoor tasks at Camp Wapsie west of Central City through Oct 11. Helpers will clear land set up pre fab buildings and apply waterproof finish to log structures to cut costs before winter. Call 2113 to arrange with the camp supervisor.
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Tribune says ticket now Nixon Eisenhower ticket shift
The Chicago Tribune, opposing both current presidential candidates, urges that Nixon and Eisenhower form the Republican ticket. It argues Nixon has turned adversity into advantage, reviving the campaign with new life and meaning.
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Two city workers save drowning boy in Cedar River
Norbert Detert and Richard Bell, city streets department workers, reached the unconscious 13 year old Ernest Mooney in Ellis Park near the river. Detert pulled him from the water while Bell began artificial respiration until oxygen equipment and an ambulance arrived at St Luke's hospital.
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Adlai Fund Story Deepens Illinois Political Debate
Chicago dispatch cites former Illinois official William McKinney claiming a $100000 plus Adlai Stevenson political fund sourced from state business partners. He says funds aided gubernatorial charity, entertainment, and pro Stevenson legislature candidates, with a 1000 names list and contributors ranging from $100 to $5000.
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Truman Calls for Public Financial Declarations by Officials
President Truman urged Congress and top government officials to publish full annual financial disclosures from all income sources. He referenced his 1951 message advocating a public record system to safeguard integrity and defend officials against unfounded charges. He avoided commenting on Nixon’s expense fund and Nixon campaign questions.
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Eisenhower Nixon Reunion After 107 to 0 Party Backing
Eisenhower and Nixon reunited amid a 107 to 0 Republican backing for Nixon’s vice presidential bid. Eisenhower praised Nixon as courageous and honorable while Nixon defended his case to the nation. The scene unfolded in Wheeling as both campaigned across West Virginia and Maryland.
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Kefauver Rejects Condemnation of Nixon Expense Fund
Senator Kefauver said he cannot condone Senator Nixon's expense fund after correcting an erroneous impression from a prior interview. He declined to judge Nixon's morality or Adlai Stevenson's handling of extra funds to Illinois officials, calling it a matter for Governor Stevenson.
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Margo Enlists Schoolmates in Big Vote Drive
Palo Alto high junior Margo Boothe, 16, leads plans to boost registration and turnout for November. With 80 percent of students signed up, activities include speaking at schools and service groups, posting posters, and door knocking to urge voting.
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