Eisenhower returns home as campaign rumors swirl
Gen Dwight D Eisenhower arrives in Washington from Europe amid welcome and political speculation about his post military role. He meets President Truman for a tour of the White House and prepares to address Abilene. Taft calls for strong air power and hints at Eisenhower as a GOP rival.
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Robert A. Taft
Ohio
South Dakota
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Taft - For - President Committee
Republican Party
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Ohioan
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NBC
Taft
GOP
Eisenhower Sg
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Gen
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Special Jury Called to Probe May Primary Election Frauds
Judge William v. Thompson says a special grand jury will be impaneled to investigate alleged election fraud tied to the May 13 primary. Prosecuting Attorney Frank T. Taylor had sought the move, citing Gazette reports of multiple voting and forged or pre-marked ballots. The panel would proceed after recounts conclude, as regular juries are too burdened to handle such charges.
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Harry G. Hoffmann
the Gazette
William v. Thompson
The
Gazette
Frank TL. Taylor
Thompson
Inde Thompson
West Virginia
Taylor
Kanawha County
Wiliam J. Thompson
Frank L. Taylor
Capitol Hill snub of Ike expected on Congress visit
Washington dispatch says General Dwight D. Eisenhower, now a political figure, is unlikely to be invited to address a joint meeting of Congress. He has spoken before only as a military officer, with no plans for a third invitation despite discussion of a return from Europe. Congressional leaders gave a cool response to the idea.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
Capitol
Congress
Eisenhower
Europe
Truman
MacArthur Backs Taft In South Dakota Primary Fight
As South Dakota and California hold key primaries, Taft leads in delegate counts with 420 to Eisenhower's 387. MacArthur wired Gov. Jensen urging South Dakota support for Taft and asked Gen. Wedemeyer to confer. Kefauver remains ahead in the Democratic race as contest unfolds.
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Sen. Taft
Associated Press
South Dakota
California
Earl Warren
GOF
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Kefauver
Chicago
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Robert A. Taft
Pr Y
Taft
Gen
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Mac
Jensen MaraArthur
Leslie Jensen
South Dakota National Guard
Gen. Wedemeyer
Casino Operator Fends Off Robbery. 1 Fatally Shot
Steubenville Ohio reports the operator of Club 4D Chester West Virginia killed one of two masked robbers during a dawn hold up at his garage. Rudy Palsa, 26, of Weirton was shot. Patsy Pete, 26, Weirton worker, was arrested later. Polimeni claims self defense after a struggle.
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Jefferson County
Anthony Polimeni
Rudy Palsa
Weirton
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Borkowski
Pete
Palsa
Polimeni
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Thousands Hear Pope Prayers for Peace Urged
In Barcelona crowds listen to Pope Pius XII broadcast from Vatican City urging world leaders and faithful to unite prayers for peace through Christ. The pontiff, flanked by cardinals, appeals for concord and a global cry of peace, while noting past sacrifices and warning against empty formality.
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Russia
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New So
Pastors Named in West Virginia Methodist Parley
The West Virginia Methodist Conference closed its 14th annual five day gathering with 547 pastoral appointments. New district superintendents include Dr McClung Beckley district Humphreys Memorial Dr Burns Bluefield district St Andrews Parkersburg Central Methodist and others. Bishop Wicke delivered a sermon urging reflection on whether Jesus would walk where they walk and advocating Christian honesty amid city life.
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the Gazette
West Virginia Methodist Conference
Charleston
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Beckley
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Buckhannon
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Oakland
Jesus
Washington
Pittsburgh
Clara Staab Denies Voting Allegation Before Jury
The Gazette reports Clara Staab of 807 Pennsylvania Ave denies voting in the May 18 primary at Precinct 87. She says illness kept her from the polling place and offers to testify before a grand jury that she did not vote. Her husband Leonard is also recorded as having voted. both claim they did not vote.
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the Gazette
Pennsylvania
Clara K. Staab
West Washington St
E.W. Arthur
E. W. Arthur
Bigley Av
Taft Elementary School
Soviets Reinforce Berlin Amid West Patrol Clash
Soviet troops and Communist police reinforced patrols along the Autobahn linking Berlin with West Germany in apparent defiance of U S demands to stop interfering with American patrols. East German authorities tightened the iron ring around Berlin as West Berliners faced movement limits into the Soviet zone.
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West Germany
U. S
Thomas C. Handy
Europe
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Germany
Leipsgig
Communist Free German Youth
FDJ
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Wilhelm Pleck
People’s Police Army
Sea Police Navy
FDS
Reds Use Softer Tones at Parley
MINISAN June 21 report says a slackening of Communist propaganda invective at Panmunjom truce talks puzzled Allied delegates as no progress occurred in a 20 minute session. Nam Il spoke milder but stuck to the demand for prisoner repatriation while UN officials noted milder language than weeks past.
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Nam Il
United Nations Command
Nam _ IL
Wiliam P. Nuckols
Nam
Steel Ruling Not Expected Yet Extension Seen for Week
Washington reports the Supreme Court will extend the term to June 9 and may release the steel seizure ruling then. Officials say the decision could come Monday as the court delays adjournment, with nearly three dozen other cases awaiting action. If the ruling sides with constitutionality, it would mark a historic milestone. the government argues the court need not rule on that aspect.
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Washington
Supreme Court
U. S
Truman
Cio-United Steelworkers
David A. Fine
U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Troops Tear Down Red Banners at Koje Island Prison
American soldiers at Koje Island Korea moved between inner and middle fences to repair damage and tear down Communist banners. Prisoners protested with singing and demonstrations while Brig. Gen. Boatner banned mass song fests though work details allowed limited singing.
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Korea
Haydon L. Boatner
Boatner
Joyam and @ am
Auto Strikes Kill Pedestrian In Dunbar
Jesse James, 48, of Dunbar, was killed when he stepped in front of a car on Route 25 near his home. Driver Steve Atkinson, 20, of South Charleston, faced no charges. James died at Staats Hospital after ambulance transport to Barnett and Whittington Mortuary. His body remains at the mortuary.
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Dunbar
Palice
D. Wilmoth
James
Wilmoth
Steve Atkinson
Brown St
South Charleston
Atkinson
Staats Hospital
Barnett and Whittington
Mortuary
Classified Ad Highlights From The Gazette
Readable ad results show cash paid for good used items. Listings include sold bedroom sets 50 to 88 dollars, washers, dining suites, radios, lawnmowers, sewing machines, refrigerators, and other household goods. Local numbers and quick calls advertised.
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