Eisenhower Clarifies GOP Ambitions Stirring Republican Circles
General Eisenhower signals no preconvention fight for the GOP nomination while noting he remains a Republican and would respond to a clear call to leadership. The New York Times pledges enthusiastic support if he runs, framing foreign policy as the campaign’s decisive issue amid Korea talks and domestic probes.
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Truman Press Tensions and Policy Debates Highlight Cold War Strains
The piece notes deteriorating relations between President Truman and White House reporters over press criticism and leaks. It details internal debates on paying a ransom for four U.S. fliers in Hungary, the Defense Department's role, and Joint Chiefs’ reluctance to risk war. It also discusses Cold War propaganda, balloon efforts, and Fort Belvoir spending contrasts.
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Engineers Week and Brotherhood observances span nations
The piece describes Engineers Week February 17 23 sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers to highlight engineering's impact on American living. It details Washington's engineering role, and notes Brotherhood Week February 17 24 with Truman as honorary chairman and Eric Johnson as general chair.
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February Promotions Highlight Scout Week and Heart Week
Two February promotions draw general interest for home towns. Boy Scout Week runs February 6 through 12 and American Heart Week from February 11 through 18. The Boy Scouts receive community support for the year, while Heart Week promotes education on causes and prevention of heart disease which killed 745,000 in 1950.
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Inches of Rainfall Meaning Explained
The Smithsonian meteorological tables define rainfall amounts in practical terms. A two inch rainfall equates to about 27 tons or 54 308 gallons per acre, while one inch equals 113 tons or 27 154 gallons. A hundredth inch yields 1 ton or 272 gallons and a half inch about 57 tons or 13 577 gallons.
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Democrats Plan Farm Policy Push in 1952 Campaign
Washington reports say the administration will maintain current farm policy in the presidential year. The strategy centers on arguing a Republican victory would threaten existing farm benefits while avoiding debate on contentious issues. Advisers note the approach succeeded in 1944 and 1948, contrasting with the Brannan plan of 1949 which failed amid farmer opposition.
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Chrysanthemum Transfer Pattern Offers Linen Decor
Beautiful permanent transfer pattern features deep orange brown chrysanthemums with green leaves. Send 25¢ for Multi-Color CHRYSANTHEMUM Transfers No. 403 and pattern details to Carol Curtis Box 229 Maglcn Square Station New York 10. Include 50¢ extra for first class handling.
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World traveling birds conquer vast oceans and routes
Birds migrate awe inspiring distances across oceans and mountains. Asiatic species traverse the Himalayas from Siberia to India. The Arctic tern journeys about 22 000 miles yearly from Arctic islands to Europe Africa and Antarctica.
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Surprise autograph session sparks gift joke
A famous author signs copies at a department store. A man brings two reprints and the new novel, saying his wife loves the work and he plans to give them as a birthday gift. The author jokes that she is expecting a Cadillac.
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