Stevenson Backs State U S Civil Rights Action
Stevenson criticizes the campaign tactics of his rival General Eisenhower while defending civil rights actions. He argues the middle-ground gutter approach damages political discourse and highlights postwar policy debates at Yalta and Potsdam. He warns McCarthy could pose a risk if Eisenhower ignores this challenge.
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Tax Case Handling Debate Spurs DOJ Channeling Probe
The GOP and Democrats clash over how a tax case was handled in St Louis. Judge urged a full inquiry after Watson reported authorization denial and pursuit through regular channels. McGrath urged waiting, then Watson pressed for action and received a go ahead quote, while grand jurors testified Slack's report was read and praised by some, denied by others.
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Truman Says Acheson Will Stay On Job
President Truman defended Secretary of State Dean Acheson at a news conference after an American Legion demand for his firing. He called Acheson the best man for the job, and he indicated he would not dismiss him. The briefing touched on party politics, the Iron Curtain, tidelands, and labor issues.
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Linn Driver Fined in Speed Trap Case
Lane Ulmer of Linn was fined ten dollars after being cited by police for speeding in a mechanical speed check trap at Olive and High Streets. Ulmer and two others scheduled to appear in court Friday faced the device near Linn.
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Margaret Truman Ends Europe Visit in Paris Shopping
Margaret Truman wrapped up a five week Europe trip with last minute Paris shopping before boarding the S United States for New York, sailing from Havre on August 28.
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Eisenhower campaign to hit hard with regional whistle stop plan
In a fast escalating national push, Eisenhower aides say the GOP campaign will launch a hard hitting wave next week. Police report tied to a Kansas City gang style slaying widens as former convict Vitale and union agent Gribler are linked to a broader political surge. Eisenhower leaders meet New York Republicans to affirm support and project momentum across Midwest and South states.
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GOP
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AFL Building Laborers' Local 110
George Myers
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Maplewood
Street Pavement Nearly Completed In City Improvement Program
Street Commissioner W A Curtis says about 65 blocks have been repaired and oiled with 45 000 gallons of asphalt poured. About 15 blocks remain to be resurfaced aiming for a 10 day completion if weather holds. Twenty one street department men are assigned full time to the project.
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Patrol Officers Hunt for Fugitive in Missouri Case
ST JOSEPH MO August 28 officers hunt for a fugitive tied to an underworld image says he is branded as too free with other criminals girls. Pendleton Jr admits to polio treatment at Missouri Methodist Hospital after avoiding hotels and kicking gambling and drinking beer. Eight year old Buchanan County polio case noted with weaknesses on display among men and high priced cars.
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Anan County
Swimmer Beats Odds in Catalinas Channel Crossing
In San Pedro California on August 28, Carmass, a former Marine, completed the Catalina Channel swim from Emerald Bay to White's Point in 38 hours and 20 minutes, the seventh person to do so. The current record is 13 hours 35 minutes set by Byron Summers of Los Angeles, 25 years ago.
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Los Angeles
Seton Says Democrats Prolonging War Campaign Charge
Ind senator William E Jenner accuses the Democratic administration of prolonging the Korean War to boost business until the election. He claims prosperity rests on war props and that Americans will face Korea duty under a Democratic White House, urging voters amid campaign remarks. The Loire is noted as France's longest river.
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