South Carolina Primary Near Quiet, Low Voter Turnout Seen
In Columbia report, South Carolinians were expected to cast only a light vote with statewide races largely absent. The Republican national convention in Chicago dominated attention as U S senators Maybank and Johnston faced no immediate re elections and James Byrnes stood barred from another term. Contested races included Rep James Richards against Wade Weatherford and several county offices, with polls open 8 a m to 6 p m and a runoff set for July 22.
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New Prison Reorganization Plan To Be Studied Here
Prison director Walter Anderson will meet today with a Highway Commission subcommittee in Raleigh to review the new reorganization plan and its impact on road programs. The July 1 changes and October 1 rehabilitation rollout emphasize education and training for inmates while maintaining prison operations and road camp work.
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Carolina Delegates Lean Toward Taft in Openers
North and South Carolina Republican delegates showed mixed support for Taft at the convention first test. North Carolina voted 14 12 for Taft while South Carolina split five for Taft and one for Eisenhower. 658 to 548 opposed seating contested delegates.
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Pinochle Odds in Widow Three-Card Hands
Oswald Jacoby and Alfred Sheinwold explain the probability of drawing favorable cards in a widow of three cards in three hand pinochle. They define a favorable card as any needed duplicate and present counts and odds for one to eight possible favorable cards, noting overall chances are often unfavorable but improving with more options.
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Local Time Radio Programs Shift by Time Zones
Radio schedule notes that times are relative to local time. Central setback is one hour, mountain two hours, and some stations adjust relays to fit local schedules. Last minute changes are not included.
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Evening radio and TV schedule notes for July 8
A detailed listing of programs across networks including news broadcasts, commentaries, serials, dramas, and a Republican convention coverage. Notable items include The Wax Works, One Man's Family, Scarlet Pimpernel, Mr. and Mrs. North, and The Lineup followed by convention coverage on all nets.
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Hyde Park Roosevelt Home Draws 3 Million Tourists Since 1948
More than 3,000,000 visitors have toured the Hyde Park estate in New York, the former residence of Franklin D. Roosevelt, since it opened to the public in 1948. The site remains a major historic site and draws visitors from across the country.
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Most Foreign Newspapers Put GOP Convention First
The Republican national convention in Chicago dominates foreign headlines from London to Tokyo. Europeans favor Eisenhower due to expected aid and leadership, while the Far East backs Taft if MacArthur supports him. Britain, France, West Germany report with concern over isolationist fears and political tactics. Russia and satellites stay neutral, calling U.S. leaders war-mongers.
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Acheson Appeals For Resistance Across Americas
U S Secretary of State Dean Acheson urged western hemisphere nations to resist Communist efforts to sow discord and distrust. Speaking at a Sao Paulo state dinner, he warned that Russia keeps itself armed and uses its power to bend neighbors to its will, signaling a threat to the inter American group.
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Thieves Steal Gems From Gene Tierney in Newquay Hotel
In Newquay England thieves raided actress Gene Tierney's hotel room yesterday and made off with more than 8400 dollars in jewels authorities reported. The theft targeted Tierney while she stayed at the hotel during a visit.
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Texas Oilman Endorses Eisenhower for President
CHICAGO UP H. R. Cullen a Texas oilman with a vast fortune endorsed Gen Dwight D Eisenhower for president. He is expected to provide formidable financial backing if Eisenhower secures the Republican nomination. Five years ago Cullen donated oil properties valued at more than 100 million dollars to Houston churches and hospitals.
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Anniversary Celebration Sparks Fine for Vancouver Couple
In Vancouver British Columbia David Anderson 39 and his estranged wife Jean 35 were fined 3.75 after neighbors reported a violent argument on Saturday night. Anderson said the incident was a celebration of their wedding anniversary.
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