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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1948
Page
3
Bill Schoentgen analyzes political moves as Truman seeks renomination and calls a special session. Barkley emerges as the running mate candidate amid party dynamics and public debate.
The Philadelphia convention ends in a strong Truman Barkley ticket with a civil rights plank. Liberal forces rally, southern revolt narrows to Mississippi and Alabama walkouts, while 263 southern delegates back Russell. The party calls for a special session and aims for November victory.
American cities continue to expand with 208 communities extending their boundaries in 1947, setting an all-time record, according to the International City Managers Association.
The expansion trend rose 15 percent since 1945 with 259 cities annexing new territory. Cities aim to annex suburban land to balance local tax rates and deliver uniform public services, says the association.
Gen. John J. Pershing longtime chief of staff and commander of the American expeditionary force died at 87 after months of illness and a heart-affecting rheumatism. He passed at Walter Reed with son Warren, his sister May Pershing, and Dr. Shelby Marietta nearby. The famed general, who led U S troops in World War I, was buried with honors befitting one of four officers named general of the armies.
The article argues Dewey rejected any deal with voters while facing liberal and Grundy machine tensions in Pennsylvania. It notes new chairman Scott’s conservative record, hints at a Martin cabinet role, and questions atomic energy mentions and congressional outcomes. Prices loom as the key domestic issue amid party friction and past legislative roadblocks.
Washington faces loss of its last legitimate theater as the National Theater faces closure due to racial audience restrictions amid civil rights tensions. The Belasco may be reconditioned to avoid integration, while historic venues like Ford's and Christy's theater tie to Lincoln's assassination linger in memory.
The National Industrial Conference Board reports 1.5 million more people employed in civilian occupations in May compared with April 1947, marking ongoing postwar gains. Unemployment also fell by over 600,000 through the year, signaling improving labor market conditions.
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