Conventions and the Voter Challenge in the 1948 Race
The piece notes Truman's Averell Harriman move hardly ends Adlai Stevenson’s bid as Stevenson garners votes amid a lively Chicago convention. It reflects on convention dynamics, the role of emotion and loyalty, and the politician as the bridge between people and government, with factions showing both vigor and doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Truman
Averell Harriman
Adlai Stevenson
Chicago
Stevenson
Harriman
Truman
Mr. Truman
Soviet Labor Decree Eases Punishment for Quitting Jobs
A Rand Corporation analysis notes the Kremlin will no longer jail Soviet workers for quitting or minor infractions. Infractions will be fined, fired, demoted, or bonuses and seniority revoked by management. The piece argues rulers seek less harsh methods to spur production and notes broader political duties amid two party governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kremlin
Monthly
Labor Review
Artment of Labor
Jerry G. Gilkinson
Social Science
Rand Corporation
Gilkinson
Ma Agem Grand
Costly Business Shapes U.S. Exhibits Spending
An industry estimate puts American business spending seven billion dollars yearly on trade shows and exhibits. The piece argues rising costs squeeze markets, prompting firms to reassess value amid a proliferation of events and the impact on consumer prices.
Religion and morality in schools clash with secular policy
J Edgar Hoover warns that juvenile delinquency grows as sectarianism replaces religion in society. The piece notes New York City Board of Education debates on daily prayers and moral instruction, arguing religion belongs in home and church, not state schools. It cites rising youth arrest rates and urges parents to provide moral guidance rooted in religious law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education of
New York City
New York State Board of Regents
New York City Board of Education
America
New York
McGuffey
J. Edgar Hoover
United States
Aiger
History of vice presidential picks and political strategy
The passage surveys past vice presidential selections from 1836 to the 1900s and beyond, noting how parties used the office to balance tickets, appease factions, or gain votes. It mentions figures like John Tyler, Hannibal Hamlin, Chester A. Arthur, Adlai Stevenson, Grover Cleveland, and Theodore Roosevelt in context of nomination motives and political calculations. The text also references evolving perceptions of the VP’s role and the constitutional framework guiding electors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Buren
Andrew Johnson
Tennessee
Lincoln
Hannibal Hamlin
Johnson
New York
Grant
Chester A. Arthur
Grover Cleveland
Adlai
Stevenson
Cleveland
Wiliam J. Bryan
P. S
Rosevelt
Charles W. Dryan
Nebraska
William J. Bryan
Hodges taps Judge Patton for North Carolina Attorney General
Governor Hodges selects Judge George G. Patton to head the State Department of Justice, recounting his long career from Superior Court judge to general counsel and legislator. The move shifts the chief legal adviser to Raleigh from the bench, with retirement benefits considerations noted and broad approval from most, save a few trial lawyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George G. Patton
Hodges
Judge Patton
Superior Court
Patton
Highway Commission
Genera
State Department of Justice
Ene
General Assembly
John W.adpee
Costae
North Carolina
Far West
Macur
Kerr Scott
Notes On The News mentions Patton appointment and judiciary steps
Industrial executives and Rotarians discuss George Patton's appointment to the Attorney General's office and its potential impact on prestige and tenure. The piece recalls Patton’s judgment in a livestock market dispute, his later bench promotion by Governor Cherry, and his continued tenure under Governors Scott Umstead Hodges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patton
Supreme Court
James S. Manning
A. A. F. Seawell
William B. Rodman Jr
Dennis Brammitt
Harry McMallan
High Court
Fatton
Kerr Scot
Board of Agriculture
Eee
Scott
Assis
George Patton
Ths
Cherry
Umstead
Hodges
Hodes
Justica
Middle East policy critique and call for action in 1960s column
Arnold L. Aronson guest columnist argues Western powers misplayed Middle East policy leading to Israel’s isolation. He critiques appeasement toward Arab states, cites Suez events, and urges firm support for Israel as essential to Western strategic interests and oil geopolitics. Prayer is urged for diplomats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold L. Aronson
Middle East
Hitler
Cairo
Guy Mollet
Nasser
Britain
France
United States
London
Free World
Israel
United Nations Security Council
Egypt
Suez Canal
Neeser
Turkey
Quotes on politics and economy from wartime era leaders
A compilation of remarks attributed to Emile Zola Berman Averell Harriman Harold Stassen Milton Young John L. McClellan and Robert W Ready. The quotes touch on court martial counsel skepticism about fees political strategy attitudes toward Russia and optimism about Stevenson Harriman and Good Will Industries in a wartime economy context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emile Zola Berman
Marine Staff
Matthew C. McKeon
Adlai
Stevenson
Averell
Harriman
Robert W. Ready
New England
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George Sokolsky
The
FBI
Marcus Alonzo Hanna
Ohio
Republican National Committee
McKinley
Hanna
Feller
Theodore Roosevelt
Thomas C. Platt
Platt
Roosevelt
T. R
Mttle
White House
John Tyler
Virginia
William H. Harrison
Publishea
INO Fete Main Street
A. Rawley Mas
Cenvaces Coon
Lynn Nisbet
Capitol Square
Charles Pearson
National Democrat Convention
Holt McPherson
High Point
H.M
Cha “Muni
Idred
Iro
Great Britain
Sudan
Iraq
Jordan
Harold Stassen
Milton Young
R-Nd
Stassen
Nixon
John L. McClellan
Asbury Park, N. J
Russia
Good Will Industries
Marvin Helf
Cleveland, C
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