Rockefeller Faces 1940 Presidential Question
The piece tracks Nelson Rockefeller as a Republican potential for the 1940 race. He is described as a glamorous party figure with strong fundraising appeal and broad appeal to independents, with Averell Harriman’s NY governorship seen as complicating the path. Supporters urge him as a rallying point, while concerns center on party loyalty and suitability for the top ticket.
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Will Nelson Rockefeller
Newe York
Ty Haven
Averell Harriman
Rocke- Fin
L. Be
Nix
Nixon
York
Stephen
Rockefeller
Perry Conte
Tony
Poe
Dems Claim Governors and Seats in 1960 Political Shift
The piece notes Democrats winning Governor races including Pittsburgh Mayor David L. Lawrence, while Republican Hugh Scott defeats Gov. George M. Leader for the Senate seat in Pennsylvania. It also mentions Pat Brown’s win for California governor and Nixon’s tempered relief as the Democratic surge reshapes national politics with Goldwater gains in Arizona. Rockefeller would loom with a strong New York bench.
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Edmund G
Pat) Brown
Knight
Showland
Clair Engle
Nixon
Sugger
Rockefeller
New York
Goldwater
Arizona
Pennsylvania
David L. Lawrence
Pittsburgh
Adlai E. Stevenson
Lawrence
George M
Hugh Scott
Eisenhower
Thomas E. Dewey
Republican National ‘Committee
Wall Street Pulse Mixed as Trading Remains Heavy
New York stock market opened with gains and losses in fractions to a point as motors and selected issues rose. Major names cited include American Can AT&T Anaconda Bethlehem Steel Ford General Electric General Motors RCA United States Steel and others while wholesale eggs and oil prices moved in narrow ranges. Government rulings on leadership are described as gynarchy.
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New York
Motors
At&t
Atlantic
Bethlehem Steel
Chrysler
Columbia Gas
Consolidated Bilson
Eastman Kodak
Erie Railroad
Ford
General’ Electric
General Foods
General Motors
Tel & Tel
Montgomery
Texas Co _ US Steel
Youngstown
American
Aero Supply
South Penn
Wattsburg
Lowvile
Rt. 69
Half Moon Road
Brockway
Ford Ferguson
Bissell
John Deere
Stewart Electric
Leo Blove
Delmas Chesley
North East
Titusville
Meadville
Black Ash
Mount Hope
Sugar Lake
Bangs
Cash
Clinton R. Hill
Guys Mills
Arthur and
Laurence Scouten
Spartansburg
Grape Harvest Nears End in Chautauqua County
Concord grape harvest in northern Chautauqua nearing finish with most grapes picked. Processing plants cut shifts and will operate days only this week. Most of the crop goes to juice with small amounts for jams and wine. Quality below expectations though growers were optimistic about overall yield. County crop production around 1950 levels, largest on record since 1957. Apple picking continues in the county’s orchard belt.
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Westfield
Chautauqua County
Concord
Jordan
Asselate
Maine
Dovdan
Voters OK Timber Tax Amendment in Pennsylvania
Voters approved a constitutional amendment to exempt timberland from immediate taxation until trees are cut. Complete returns from most precincts show a strong yes with 439,086 in favor and 269,947 opposed. Dr. Maurice K. Goddard explained the effect while opponents warned of reduced municipal tax revenue. The measure requires two legislative passes and a statewide referendum to take effect.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Allegheny County
Pittsburgh
Lin Rua
Maurice K. Goddard
Armstrong Forest Co
Johnstown
Lock Haven
Re-election victory for State Senator Leroy Chapman
State Senator Leroy Chapman of Warren, a 28 year veteran, was re elected to a four year term by a large margin over Dr R R Vankirk of Oil City. As chair of the Senate appropriations committee his support is pivotal for finance and state projects in Columbus and Cony.
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Leroy. Chapman
Warren
Senate
R. R. Vankirk
Oil City
Chapman
Cony
Columbus
Senate Appropriations Committee
Haye
Aken
Calla M. Lopus
Corry Memorial Hospital
Corry
Norfolk
N.Y
Guy Butters
Rosarians
Business Associates
Bracken’ Funeral Home
Hillstrom
Warren Radio
Erie
George Myers
Wurhken
Women's Society of Christian Service
Doreas
First Methodist Church
Victory Joint School
Rainbow Girls
de Borr
The
Baptist Church
Kane
North Hust
Findley Lake
Waterford
Union City
American Cancer Society
Cory
Meerdink's Fur niture Offers Warehouse Prices
Classified want ads advertise budget plan options at Meerdink's Furniture on West Smith Street with a warning to avoid wasting money and to buy now for value.
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Meerdink
West Smith Street
Gilson’s Builders Supply
West- Meld
Wtf
Ypewritier
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New Hope
White House
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Corry Tistelet
Wall Street
EGG Market
Bedford
Dodd
Sen. Chapman
Don Knapp
VFW
Gloria
GUY M_ FISH
Buick
Guy M. Fish
Brown Trailer
Mudge
C. J, Peterson & Son
Brigham Hardware
North
Worth Street
Ruffener
Dial
First Presbyterian Church
Maurice Lilley
Owl
Sotaai
Lester R. Lopus
Wilmer
C. Lopus
Martyn J. Blount
Faith A. Sanders
Betsy J, Wester
Leslie Ann Lopus
Nces
Columbia Broadcasting System
Keep Talking
CBS
White Rock
Columbia
Ray Keller
East Street
Corty
Guignon Hardware
Mend Avenue
MOORE
Mound Street
Apex
David Bradley
Robert Pink
Armstrong Gas Heater
Lousville Farmers Exchange
Lottsville Farmers Exchange
Lottsville
Vern Messinger
T H. Eshelman
E. Crosby
Bush
Main St
Mead Avenue
City Park
Joy Cohen
Snyder Circle
East South Street
West Pleasant Street
Second Avenue
Corry Savings and Loan Association
James R. Leslie
Main Street
Merle Dodd
Sani
Inte Albert Neckers Dr
Clymer
Philco
Kendall
Center and
Phong Washington Streets
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