Five Hopefuls Bid Scramble On For Deep Nomination
At Chicago Convention Hall the scramble for the Democratic vice presidential nomination began with five contenders and last minute lobbying. Estes Kafanene of Tannac see led early indications of wide support and about 700 votes on the first ballot, while Hubert Humphrey Kennedy Gore Wagner Johnson and Donanson were also in the mix amid shifting sentiment. Johnson denied interest and urged party leaders to consider the bid as he weighed offers. More details on page two.
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Pineau backs Egyptian ownership of Suez Canal
French Foreign Minister Christian Pineau urged that Egypt own the Suez Canal and sign a treaty to place management under an international authority. He proposed compensation to the Suez Canal Co and said excess receipts should go to Egypt. Dulles and Asian nations weighed the stance amid talks to keep canal navigation open.
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Pineau
Dulles
Harriman Says He Is Not Interested in Vice Presidency
CHICAGO Averell Harriman, defeated for the Democratic presidential nomination, says he has no interest in the vice presidency and will run again for governor of New York in 1958. He plans to back Adlai Stevenson and may campaign outside New York if invited, while remaining a delegate on the convention floor.
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Adlai E. Stevenson
Nomination Represents Comeback
Former Vice President Adlai Stevenson faced a comeback after a Minnesota primary defeat. He returned to the field with a revised approach, combining formal talks with informal street chatter. Stevenson pressed campaigns in Oregon, Florida, California and other states.
Stevenson Vows to Fight All the Way for Presidency
Adlai E. Stevenson declares he will fight all the way for the presidency after winning the Democratic nomination in Chicago. He urges Democrats to save big blows for the real enemy, the Republicans, and emphasizes a folksy, campaign-by-meeting approach with supporters and voters nationwide.
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Acid Thrower Is Dead Ex Convicts Held In Case
The FBI arrested two ex convicts in New York on conspiracy charges tied to the acid-blinding of labor columnist Victor Riesel. They allege accomplice Telvi acted with them. Telvi’s body was found in Manhattan with a gunshot wound. The case ties to a broader racketeering probe and Riesel’s anti racketeering crusade.
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Telvi
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Delaney St
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Carlino
Joseph Pilo
Abe Telvi
Youngstown
Ohio
Truman Defends Fight for Harriman and Stevenson Backing
Former President Truman says he has no regrets over his push for Averell Harriman and will campaign for Adlai Stevenson. He spoke during a Chicago trip after Stevenson's landslide renomination and said he will vote for the Democratic ticket chosen at the convention. He expects to address the closing session tonight and will back the ticket against Eisenhower if asked.
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Germany Bans Communist Party in West Germany
West Germany bans the Communist party as unconstitutional after a ruling by the Federal Supreme Court. Police raid party HQs in major cities, confiscating property and padlocking offices while no arrests are reported. East Berlin calls for protests and warns reunification efforts will be harder.
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1st Ballot Victory Is Scored
A first ballot victory is recorded with decisive results. The outcome confirms initial support for the named candidate or measure within the contest. Local officials tally the votes and announce the winner, highlighting momentum ahead of subsequent rounds and possible implications for future ballots.
Stevenson Wins Democratic Endorsement for Vice President Ticket
Adlai E. Stevenson swept the Democratic convention with a decisive first ballot endorsement totaling 905% of votes while Gov. Averell Harriman trailed as the main rival. Stevenson urged delegates to choose a running mate, signaling a major contest with Estes Kefauver and Hubert Humphrey as top contenders for the No. 2 slot. Kefauver quickly aimed for the first ballot victory, declaring he seeks the first ballot win for the vice presidency.
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Averell Harriman
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Tennessee
Hubert Humphrey
Minnesota
Kefauver
Egyptians Reportedly Are Killed in Gaza Frontline Incidents
An Egyptian informant says nine Egyptians were killed by Israeli fire in two Gaza Strip incidents within 24 hours near Rafah and Gaza City. The first attack allegedly killed three Egyptian soldiers and wounded others as an Israeli patrol crossed the demarcation line. In a later ambush, a Egyptian military vehicle was fired on, leaving six more dead. Israel reported seven wounded in the bus ambush near Rafah.
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