12 Jul 1960
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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1960
Page
1
New York shoppers joke about window displays and fashion, from brides to Bermuda shorts, with quips about credit limits and romance. A psychiatrist comments on how people gaze at helpless models, while jokes turn on desire, timing, and price. The column captures urban wit about consumer culture and marital dynamics.
At Los Angeles opening session of the Democratic National Convention Paul Ziffeen of California drew the crowd with lines about the last syllable of recorded time and rendezvous with destiny. Paul Butler, retiring national chairman, sparked applause with promises of future nonappearances and warned of no rigging. Governor Edmund Brown delivered a hopeful nominating speech and Senator Frank Church stood out for animated gestures and sharp hits at Republicans.
AP reports the Democratic convention opened with TV coverage and familiar faces. Clarence Cumon and Rayburn drew attention, while Gov. Lawns of Florida takes over a leadership post. Sen. Frank Church headlines as temporary chairman, delivering a long keynote that blends Bryan and Jimmy Stewart traits, amid a cool, air conditioned hall.
A stark view of 1940s politics predicts a double revolution as 40 conventions birth a new era. Kennedy and Nixon emerge as likely nominees, replacing aging leaders and signaling a shift in U S strategy amid Cold War tensions. A Tampa youth incident referenced adds chaotic background to a period expecting rapid change.
In recent months the United States faces stark tensions with the Soviet Union as Cuba's role grows due to Russian interference. The nation must craft broader, bolder strategies to keep Latin American republics from leaning toward communism and to counter Red China’s anticipated rise over the next decade.
Los Angeles report says Tennessee Governor Miford Eltington charges the Democratic National Convention is rigged. Representative Cliff Davis of Tennessee adds his criticism after Eltington failed to gain floor access Monday at the event.
LOS ANGELES AP Outgoing National Chairman Paul Butler urged Democrats to stop inner squabbles and focus on national survival. In a valedictory speech at the convention he warned party divisions threaten the nation, criticized Republicans and lambasted the eight years of the Nixon era.
In Los Angeles the keynote speaker Sen. nk chitreh declared peace and freedom hinge on American principle, prestige, and power, critiquing seven years under President Eisenhower and setting the tone for the upcoming presidential campaign at the Los Angeles Sports Arena.
The speaker mocked administration policies on farm programs, interstates, public works, and prosperity claims, labeling GOP rhetoric as hucksterism. He directed his sharpest critique at Eisenhower's foreign policy, accusing officials of treating world events as a grandstand. He warned the choice is win or lose and urged defending U.S. prestige and power.
AP reports the convention's two sessions for Tuesday and Wednesday with approximate times. Tuesday includes an invocation by Demetrios of Olympia, a National Address by Senator Quentin Burdick, committee reports led by Margaret Price and Leroy Collins, and a platform plea from Chester Bowles. Wednesday opens with a 3 p.m. session, roll call for nominating President candidates, balloting on nominees, and a benediction by Rev. Forrest J. Weir.
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