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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1951
Page
4
Senator Clyde Hoey urges a quiet circulating petition by Democratic leaders to pressure President Truman not to run again and to begin building a successor for 1952. He proposes a dignified statement stating the anti third term stance and party unity, with signatures from senators representatives and party leaders.
Senator James H. Duff calls anti Eisenhower Republicans to slug it out for convention delegates. President Truman and General Eisenhower both silent on candidacy while Taft says he will run if he has a good chance. Eisenhower faces the choice of remaining silent or declaring party leanings amid the standoff.
The Raleigh News and Observer editorial argues for severing the prison system from the State Highway Commission. It criticizes the current setup under Walter F. Anderson, notes meetings prioritize highway matters, and urges action before the 1953 General Assembly and upcoming highway commission changes. It calls on gubernatorial candidates in 1952 to support separation for a humane, efficient system.
A controversial critique argues libel law and judge made rules hinder truthful reporting. It blames lawyers for self censored journalism, citing cases like Alger Hiss and pressures from obiter dicta. The piece warns that press freedom declines when editors bow to legal fear and pre publication doubt.
The tenth AEC semi annual report outlines money spent and staff and private contractors across plants, with $5 billion spent and $2.5 billion requested for next year. It notes progress toward peacetime uses, especially propulsion reactors, breeder research at Arco Idaho, and advances in isotopes, radiography, food sterilization, and medical applications.
A July 1 party at 28 Hyde Park Gate in London marks Winston Churchill's victory over time and the government in a trust valued at about 1.12 million dollars after taxes. The piece notes Churchill's continued influence and his family's financial security. It also references broader Hollywood and political gossip, including Dillinger’s legacy, Ethel Barrymore farewells, and Kefauver’s critique of government committees.
A reflective column cites letters praising General MacArthur and discussing public scrutiny of leaders. It weighs judgment by deeds over words, cites a Mass author and Chief Executive actions, and contrasts noble character with critics. The piece also notes watermelons arriving from Georgia and nearby counties.
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