City primary urged to strengthen parties and open nominations
The editorial defends city primaries as healthy for both parties and the city, arguing against slate politics and urging broad candidate filing. It praises candidates like Bill Bailey and Amos Kearns, calls for more than two council contenders per ward, and urges Democrats to nominate through a primary while opponents similarly unite behind their nominees.
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Bill Bailey
Amos Kearns
Joe Doaks
John Doe
Richard Roe
High Point
Two Senatorial Races in North Carolina for 1950
A 1950 North Carolina bill would require U S senate candidates to designate the seat they seek. Incumbents Clyde Hoey and Frank Graham are set for six year and unexpired term respectively, while many others eye competition from across the state. Political maneuvering centers on Governor Kerr Scott and State Chairman Capus Waynick with potential rivals from both coasts and various factions.
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United States Senate
State Supreme Court
North Carolina
Clyde R. Hoey
Frank Graham
J. M. Broughton
Senator Hoey
Graham
Hoey
Senate
Capus Waynick
Robert Reynolds
Matters International
Cleveland
Clyde Hoey
Senator Graham
William Umstead
Scott
Waynick
Umstead
Kerr Scott
Which North Carolina legislature branch is stronger?
The piece argues over two weeks to see whether the House or Senate is stronger on rural road bonds and gasoline tax. The House supports a $200 million secondary road bond, and a one cent gas tax increase. The Senate backs the bond but makes the gas tax contingent on voter approval of the bonds. If unchanged, the Senate may drop gas tax from the question, leaving a contested power dynamic.
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North Carolina
House
Senate
Scott
FCC letter outlines early TV regulation and UHF expansion
The 17 page FCC letter to Senator Johnson details policy on postwar television, channel allocations, color systems, and the push to expand channels into the UHF band. It notes FCC’s lack of control over receivers, talks of stratovision, and the public interest in broadening access while balancing industry interests.
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FCC
Senator Johnson
Columbia Broadcasting System
Columbia
Robert F. Jones
Jones
Commission
Stratovision
Frieda Hennock
Fresh Woods and War Blight Reflections in Civic Wireless
W A Bivins surveys postwar transitions from Dr Frank Graham’s Senate swearing in to High Point’s skyline and zoning talk. He contrasts Lincoln and Graham with Lee, notes spring-cleaning plans, and comments on Drew Pearson's wartime cautions and Forrestal's rift with Pearson.
Couple Sends Play Pen to Canadian Friend
An American couple plans to send a play-pen to a friend in northern Canada on the arrival of her fourth child. The friend thanks them, noting she enjoys sitting in it in the afternoon to read while the children stay away.
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Canada
Unanimous consent bills spill into the gavel
Washington column notes lawmakers abuse unanimous consent to push trivial measures in the House. Speaker Rayburn and Rep. Wright clash briefly over a procedural bill before four more members speak at length. Senate rent controls pass with GOP opposition and paired votes. Comedian Joey Adams reports Las Vegas officials denying juvenile delinquency claims, declaring everything legal.
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House of Representatives
House Judiciary Committee
Sam Rayburn
Wright Fa Gre
Texas
Speaker
Sam
Patman
Senate
G.O.P
Bricker
Ohio
Butler
Nebraska
Cordon
Oregon
Ecton
Montana
Gurney
South Dakota
Kem
Missouri
Mundt
Wherry
Williams
Delaware
Young
North Dakota
Capehart
Indiana
Jenner
Cain
Joey Adams
Mark Plant
Tony Canzoneri
Las Vegas
Nevada
Senate Vote Sparks Huge Turnout in 81st Congress
A near tie vote in the Senate drew Republicans and Democrats to the Capitol as Vice President Barkley prepared the roll call. Mrs Lucille Leimert of Hollywood watched the chamber, noting the packed seats and remarking that more Democrats seemed present than Republicans.
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Senate
Barkley
Lucille Leimert
Hollywood
Wisconsin Boy Exchanges Autographs With Senators
A 16 year old Wisconsin student, Thomas Hawkins, sought Senator Russell B. Long of Louisiana’s autograph. With no writing surface handy, Senator Alexander Wiley of Wisconsin assisted by signing the back of Senator Long’s autograph. The gesture stemmed from the boy’s request for Long’s signature.
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Wisconsin
Thomas Hawkins
Russell B. Long
Louisiana
Huey
Alexander Wiley
Long
Debating Death Taxes and Cemetery Reform
George Sokolsky argues private cemeteries profit from the dead and abuse trust funds. New York Attorney General Goldstein pushes a 102 year old law to curb practices at Woodlawn and others. The proposed bill demands maintenance funds, annual reports, and court oversight to curb profiteering.
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The
Treasury
Congress
New York State
Nathaniel L. Goldstein
Woodlawn Cemetery
New York
Caswell M. Smith
Goldstein
Woodlawn
Voices on Progress and Politics Across America
Quotes from Benson Ford, Margaret Mitchell, Willard L. Thorp, Ralph E. Becker and Charles F. Wilson reflect optimism about American progress, calls for youth political involvement, economic resilience, and warnings about social division amid national unity concerns.
Quotes by Holman and Peron on economy and sovereignty
Eugene Holman of Standard Oil argues profits drive production and expand facilities benefiting all. Juan Peron asserts no foreign ambassador has a right to meddle in Argentina's internal affairs.
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Eugene Holman
Standard Oil Co
New Jersey
Juan Peron
Argentina
Radio Star Horizon 1 Depicted Rad Star Harriet
A crossword style clue set lists synonyms and terms across multiple fields. Entries include indicators for weight loss, mineral symbols, academy roles, and material terms, with vertical and horizontal directions guiding word placements.
Vision and Leadership Portrayed in World Figures
The Rev. Robert J. McCracken compares Adolf Hitler and Stalin, noting Hitler’s gripping vision that mobilizes Germany and Stalin’s spreading influence across the East. He argues people seek a guiding gleam and will pursue paths they are shown by leaders.
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Adolf Hitler
Germany
Stalin
East
Robert J. McCracken
Star
Riverside Church
New York
Early Roman Calendar Lacked January With Ten Months
The ancient Roman year started in March and consisted of ten months. January and February did not exist in the early calendar, shifting the year’s beginnings seasonally for citizens and officials.
Mexico Roads See Two Vehicles Per Kilometer In Service
Mexico reports about two motor vehicles per kilometer of highways in service indicating high traffic density and extensive use of road network. The statistic highlights transportation demand and infrastructure load across urban and rural corridors.
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Mexico
Ancient rock forts found on Kodiak Island Alaska
Archaeologists report discoveries of stone forts on Kodiak Island used by Far North inhabitants for centuries. The sites reveal fortifications and occupation patterns suggesting structured communities and defense against rival groups. Further excavation planned to map extent and dating.
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Far North
Kodiak Island
Alaska
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