LeMay forecasts Soviet power to strike by 1960s
Gen Curtis LeMay testified the Soviet Union could possess enough long range bombers and nuclear weapons by 1959 or 1960 to launch a surprise attack that might destroy the United States, if data from the Central Intelligence Agency prove correct. He cautioned it was a guess and depended on Russians gaining all favorable conditions and a successful surprise attack.
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Stevenson Attacks Kefauver in Southern Campaign
In a televised set piece Stevenson rails against Kefauver and federal agency discord, pledging firm action on pension issues and warning against an atmosphere of hostility toward the federal government. He argues for less friction with the Federal Reserve and more decisive leadership.
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Arms Shipment to Europe May Be Halted
A House committee report questions a foreign aid program as President Eisenhower seeks reassurance on continued weapons shipments to Europe. The briefing notes Britain and Western Europe show signs of slackening support, with cited figures and policy concerns.
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Hodges Victorious in North Carolina Primary Sweep
Governor Hodges captured a decisive win for a four year term with 308393 votes to 21606 for former senator Tom Sawyer among 1 708 of 2 047 precincts. Harry P Stokely and C E Earle trailed with 18701 and 6554 votes respectively. Sawyer sent Hodges a congratulatory wire praising broad support for the moderate stance.
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Ervin Leads Kurfees In 1934 Senate Race
Early returns show Ervin leading Kurfees with 390 322 votes to 57 255 as precincts report in 1934. The unusual margin places Ervin ahead as results filter in, shaping the Senate race early.
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Barnhardt Leads In North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Race
In Raleigh on May 3, Luther E. Barnhardt led the lieutenant governor race as returns from most precincts showed him well ahead of State Rep. Alonzo C. Edwards. Other races reflected strong Democratic nominations with Ballentine, Gold, and Crane leading their challengers as Hodges appeared headed for a statewide victory.
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Presbyterians Approve 32 Million Budget Plan
The Presbyterian church group outlines a 32 million dollar annual budget with 25.18 million requested from congregations and the rest to come from gifts and bequests. Revenue details and per member contributions are to be finalized.
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Kefauver Calls for New Democratic Leader and Program
Senator Estes Kefauver urged the Democratic Party to nominate a new leader and program to win in 1956. He argued Adlai Stevenson relies on a "smear and smile" campaign, contrasting it with past losses and noting Democrats who favor repeating 1952’s approach. Florida primary votes loom as candidates clash amid bitter exchanges.
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Democrats renominate multiple North Carolina incumbents in 1950 primary
In the Democratic primary, Chatham and Deane lost bids while several incumbents won renomination. Ralph J. Scntt defeated Thurmendeee Salem in the Fifth District. A. Paul Kitchin trailed in the Seventh, where Harold C. Cooley held. Carl Durham and Graham A. Barden secured easy renominations in the Sixth and Seventh Districts respectively, as precinct counts showed varied leads for other candidates.
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Senator Wiley Loses GOP Bid at Wisconsin Convention
Milwaukee May 30 Rep Glenn R. Davis led the Wisconsin Republican convention with 1 735 votes to Wiley 481 as Wiley who had been endorsed on the ballot by the convention left before the final roll call. The convention then declared Davis the nominee by acclamation amid mixed sentiment.
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Audrey Meadows Weds at 27 in Real Life Event
Actress Audrey Meadows, known for her role opposite Jackie Gleason, marries today at age 27. The ceremony links the TV star to a wealthy groom, marking a notable real life union contrasting her television persona.
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Jackie Gleason
Incumbent Holds Seat In House In North Carolina Race
In a four county district the veteran Dairyman Ralph Scott trailed incumbent Carl T. Durham by late returns. Durham carried Guilford and nearby counties while Durham’s margin widened in shared districts, with Scott mounting a closer challenge in some precincts. The primary race was described as one of the hardest fought in the campaign with Durham’s victory margin surprising observers.
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H Bomb Strafing Tactics Explored by SAC Leaders
Washington reports outline potential use of thermonuclear devices to strafe airbases if war erupts. High altitude details include jet bombers at low level and ground attack implications discussed in a censored Senate Subcommittee transcript from General Curtis LeMay and SAC officers.
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