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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1952

Page

4

Representative Vote Prompts Voter Encouragement

The piece argues that turnout will likely be around half or less, noting no practical reason to skip voting. It urges citizens to vote on Tuesday May 6, emphasizing the freedom to choose leaders for themselves and their children as motivation.

Jones Defends TVA Against Regionalism Charges

The Tennessee Valley Authority faces criticism as anti TVA forces claim it drains New England. Congressman Bob Jones of Scottsboro Alabama refutes the charges with facts showing TVA power helps the whole nation and that regional gains strengthen the country. He cites figures on plant locations and leather industry shifts while urging a broader view beyond sectionalism.

Tennessee Valley Authority Congress TVA New England Jones Alabama Valley People Chattanooga Times Shawnee Kentucky John Kennedy Boston South Bob Jones Scottsboro Ala Kennedy TVA Power New England Council Nashville St. Louis Middle Eastern Central Far Western Mr. Jones Mr. Kennedy Bob Alabama

Ohio Voters Face Bossed Primary In Kenned Like Scene

Drew Pearson argues Ohio's primary is rigged by party bosses who pressure delegates and threaten jobs to block anti boss candidates. He cites 1948 favorite son tactics and current Kefauver challenges as proof of manipulation in the 13th district.

Washington Ohio Truman Kefauver

Kefauver Delegate Struggles Across Ohio Political Intrigue

Ed Conley withdraws as Kefauver delegate after Democratic bosses threaten his father’s state job. James T. Flynn loses bid amid pressure from law partners. Fremont mayor Oscar Stierwalt switches sides under payroll threats. Vermilion official Williams loses election board clerk post but sticks to Kefauver.

Kefauver Ed Conley Lorain Conley State of Ohio Democrats James T. Flynn Sandusky Flynn Columbus Oscar Stierwalt Fremont William H. Williams Vermilion Stierwalt

Honest Governor Intervenes in Erie County Race

Kefauver backers turn to Sandusky’s William Dibelius, famed Erie county prosecutor who cleaned up gambling in 1949, as a pivotal ally while Democratic leaders weigh next steps in the state race.

Kefauver Sandusky William Dibelius Erie County

Mental Health Week Highlights Preventable Illness

Dr. John A. P. Milet defines mental health as balanced growth and rights respect. He notes half of U S hospital beds house the mentally ill and calls for using existing knowledge to prevent and treat illness, with early treatment improving outcomes. Dr. Leonard A. Scheele urges action to cut new cases through prevention and treatment.

John A. P. Milet Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons America Meta Leonard A. Scheele Federal Security Agency

Complication of Pregnancy Aided by New Antibiotics

The article explains how kidney infection during pregnancy can be caused by pressure from the growing fetus blocking urine flow. It describes symptoms such as burning urination high fever and fatigue and notes X ray dye tests reveal obstructions. New antibiotics and sulfonamides have greatly improved outcomes with hospital care and fluids.

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Ohio Delegates Skirt Kefauver Backed By Pressure Tactics

In 1956 Ohio party bosses pressured candidates to back Kefauver. Didelius bowed out after threats linked to state attorney general race. Donald Cole and Hollis Matherly withdrew before finalizing, leaving Williams on the ballot with two Kefauver delegates and no alternates. Governor Lausche intervened as pressures spread.

Didelius Kefauver Donald Cole Frank Lausche Hollis Matherly Bellevue Williams Ohio

Steel-Seizure Attorney Sparks White House Backed Power Struggle

The narrative traces President Truman’s friction with Holmes Baldridge over executive authority amid steel seizure politics. It notes Clark Clifford’s White House influence, his post‑administration lobbying, and his efforts to place Baldridge in top Justice Department roles.

Judge Pine Truman Holmes Baldridge Baldridge Clark Clifford White House Clifford Justice Department

Bald Ridge Gains Chief Role In Antitrust Battles

The article recounts Clifford’s lobbying for Baldridge to head the antitrust unit, Baldridge’s fatigue during the steel case, and Clark Clifford’s influence. It notes Baldridge’s pending wartime claims for 107 trucking firms and a potential $300,000 legal fee to their Washington attorney Clark Clifford.

Baldridge Anti-Trust Clifford Graham Morrison Morrison Washington Philip Perlman Clark Clifford

Pollen Freezing Used in Artificial Pollination

Pollen used in artificial pollination is sometimes frozen and stored for use during the season. The practice helps ensure a supply of viable pollen when field conditions are favorable.

Population ranks in 1800 European powers outnumbering US

In 1800 every large European country including Spain and Turkey had a larger population than the United States, reflecting the demographic balance of the era.

Spain Turkey United States

Epitaphs and quips from a light hearted page

A mosaic of humorous lines and morals from traditional jokes and sayings. Includes a magistrate quip about a pocket watch, a prisoner joke about lessons, a man urging not to wear mourning, and comments on life, marriage, and health.

Dreaming Pleasantly in Quiet Moments

The line notes a tendency to drift into nice dreams during calm times, capturing a mood of gentle imagination and hopeful thoughts. It hints at a preference for comforting reveries when not awake to the world.

Shenandoah Apple Blossom festival dazzles Winchester crowds

Winchester hosts the Shenandoah Apple Blossom festival drawing about 200000 visitors over two days. The 250000 production relies on 2300 volunteers and 1600 students and teachers who prepared The Harvest of the Years pageant. Festival queen Nina Warren crowned by Bernard Baruch. parade of 5000. 60 drum and bugle corps.

Winchester Blue’ Ridge Nina Honey Bear) Warren California Bernard M. Baruch Baldridge

Eisenhower boom grows in Hollywood support

Hollywood figures rally behind the general with J L Warner Sam Goldwyn and Darryl Zanuck leading the drive. Frank McCarthy of Fox coordinates fund raising after circulating a survey of 420 film figures showing 65 percent favorable. A high end contribution reached seven thousand dollars with more expected.

Hollywood Eisenhower Ike J. L. Warner Sam Goldwyn Darryl Zanuck Frank McCarthy 20Th Fox McCarthy SHAPE Romanoff’s

A Good Cut of Beef At a Good Cut in Price

Alma Colburn notes bargain prices on beef while Pat journeys on a vast ocean liner. A shipboard fire erupts on the third day and passengers scramble for lifeboats. Pat joins the chaos, grabs a crow bar, and jumps overboard to steal.

Alma Colburn Pat America

The Clock That Opened a Path to Success

A Midwest widow with two children turned a shabby antique wheel clock into cash by restoring it for dealers. Her craftsmanship led to new restoration work and national recognition, proving talent plus effort can create opportunity from nothing.

Hollywoodgroup Seeks Independent Status Like 49th State

McCarthy stated booster Paul G Hoffman granted the Hollywood group independent status akin to the 48 states. We’re the 49th state, he asserted. Other presidential campaigners show less activity locally as Taft forces have not formally invaded the state, according to local Republicans.

McCarthy Paul G. Hoffman Hollywood Group Hollywood Taft

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