GOP Convention Adopts Platform by Acclamation
At Chicago Stadium on June 27 the Republican convention ratified the party platform by acclamation with no debate. The foreign policy plank drew the sharpest focus as Willkie opposed it, while Warren and Dewey emerged as favored ticket possibilities amid pressure for postwar cooperation and labor provisions.
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Rescue attempt under way for two fliers in Grand Canyon
In Arizona on June 21, two airmen were stranded after a heavy bomber aid flight over the canyon. Col Donald B Phillips ordered northward train movement to establish signal contact while ground parties race to reach the men before Friday. Names include Lt Charles Coldyium and Flight Officer Maurice Cruickshank among others.
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FDR to Sign OPA Extension Bill This Saturday
President decanvelt plans to sign the extension of the wartime price and mobilization acts. The measure would place the act in effect on July 1 with an expiration tied to the existing statute. Officials expect a formal statement at a news conference.
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U S Recalls Ambassador to Buenos Aires
The U S State Department recalls Ambassador Norman Armour from Buenos Aires for alteration amid Argentina's new regime under General Farrell. Armour and his wife are expected to depart soon, signaling Washington’s shift as most American republics refuse to recognize Farrell. The recall follows pressure from U S officials over hemispheric defense alignment.
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Body of Pope Pius X Brought from Tomb in Rome
The body of Pope Pius X, died 1914, was moved to a chapel in St. Peter's Basilica as part of beatification rites. Thousands of American soldiers viewing Rome observed the scene, as ritual steps toward possible canonization proceed. The body will return to the crypt at 11 am Thursday.
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Parachute rescue planned for downed B24 crew over desert
W Embanks and Kallapell parachuted from a B24 en route Tonopah Nevada to Tucson Arizona at about 2 mm Wednesday after engine trouble at 26 000 feet. Navigator Master Sst Hassan 26 of North Platts Nebraska observed by air over the plateau and a rescue party is being organized to reach the stranded crew.
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Warren Rejects Proffer for Second Spot in 1956 Ticket
Governor Dewey and California Republicans push Warren as Dewey’s running mate. Oregon and Pennsylvania delegates press for a Warren draft. Warren remains noncommittal, with California and Oregon caucuses weighing a formal request. Local sentiment hints at broad support but no final decision.
Hoover Okehs GOP Platform Divides Party
Chicago report notes President Hoover condemns the New Deal and calls for action now to resolve philosophical divides over government. He urges a preparedness program and decisive changes by administration to address vast problems amid international tensions. Willkie remains silent on supporting the Republican foreign policy plank despite Warren Austin’s view.
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Man Returned to Prison After 20 Years Freedom
A historic report notes a man who left prison decades ago and was recaptured following a long period of liberty. Details remain unclear due to damaged text and scattered fragments.
Allied push nears Cherbourg after rapid Caen advance
British forces led by Montgomery struck west of Caen driving through several towns on a Normandy breakthrough. Soviet reports claimed heavy German losses near Vitebsk as Stalin’s troops pressed the eastern front with strong aerial cover. Cherbourg area gathers thousands as Allied assessments note 70,000 enemy casualties and a sweeping counteroffensive pace.
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Purge of Fascists in Rome Dismisses 3750 Officials
In Rome an Allied military government official announced a wholesale purge of fascists from public agencies. Lt. Col. Charles Poleset said 3,750 fascists were dismissed, 183 arrested, with 500 to 700 more arrests contemplated as the city reset to wartime control.
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Farmers Pledge Broad GOP Platform Aims at Rural Development
The GOP platform outlines 10 pledges focusing on farm aid via market strategies, production controls, rural road and electrification development, and forest, soil, water, and wildlife conservation. It emphasizes irrigation projects, regional planning, and protecting state rights while pursuing comprehensive conservation and development programs.
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Long Trip to Visit Soldier Father
In Denver a veiled accident injures a boy about a year old Mexipa Packer of Gunnison and his mother Betty Packer as their car and a runway bus slide. The child Josee plans to see his soldier father Sergeant C. W. Parkard, now at Fort Lewis, Washington.
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Applie Resta 4m an'effective apraying program
The most important problems to be solved are control at apple scale, coiling moth, bad moth, apple maggot, plum curcuit and rosy, anhis.
Chi June 27 caucus plan for 1944 ticket
A chaotic report from Colorado describes a party caucus decision to back Governor Dewey for president and California Governor Warren for vice president, with Senator Millikin as chairman. After Warren’s illness the delegation may revert to a presidential ticket. Bricker of Ohio and others consider Dewey’s fencing mate, while Dirksen is floated by some as an alternative.
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