Presidential Succession Bill Passed By House
The House approved a proposed constitutional amendment to create a method for filling a vice presidency vacancy and for the vice president to assume powers when the president is disabled. The roll call favored by party, with 246 Democrats and 122 Republicans in support and 21 Democrats and 8 Republicans opposing. The measure awaits ratification before becoming the 25th amendment.
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Unclear Vacancy Could Prompt Vice Presidency Gap
The text notes that while offices may be vacant a vice president succeeding to the presidency could name another vice president making a double vacancy unlikely.
Truman Blames World Leaders for Global Unrest
New York AP Harry S Truman on the 25th Freedom House award night blamed world leaders for ongoing unrest and bloodshed. He urged people to voice opposition to those who would lead nations to strife, citing a strong United Nations as essential to avert catastrophe. The event honored him as he turns 81.
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Widow Survives Tornado Blown 700 Feet Into Lake
An 80-year-old widow, Mrs. Hugh Norris, describes being swept 700 feet into a lake near Baw Beese Lake, clinging to debris after her home was destroyed. Neighbors Dr D D Walker and Larry Raymond rescued her, taking her to hospital for cuts and bruises. Only the foundation of her home remains.
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Eisenhower and Churchill in Historic Allied Meeting
Dwight D. Eisenhower and Sir Winston Churchill met to discuss wartime strategy and international cooperation. The historic exchange highlighted shared resolve and plans for future military operations among Allies.
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Nomination of Palmer Hoyt Approved by Senate Panel
President Johnson’s nomination of Palmer Hoyt editor and publisher of the Denver Post to the U S Advisory Commission on Information was approved unanimously by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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