Coal strike stalemate looms as GOP rise shifts policy
Washington Nov 7 The administration and United Mine Workers face a tense coal crisis as Republicans gain leverage. Talks continue between Lewis aides and coal mine administrator Collisson while questions mount on whether a firmer anti strike policy will follow the GOP victory. The contract remains in effect. miners seek changes and government control endures.
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Kilgore Edges Sweeney Narrowly in West Virginia Senate Race
West Virginia political leaders await final results after unofficial returns show Senator Harley M. Kilgore leading Thomas B. Sweeney by about 3,000 votes for a second term. With 2,786 of 27,799 precincts reported Kilgore had 271,477 to Sweeney’s 268,258, and sealed tally sheets delay full counts until Friday.
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Truman Faces Three Key Decisions After Election Rebukes
President Truman weighs a test of nerve after election losses. He must choose whether to compromise with a Republican dominated Congress on domestic and foreign policy or fight back with vetoes supported by his Democrats.
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President Truman Sets New Political Course After Election
President Truman, shaken by post-election setbacks, begins a new political direction with allies signaling he will ignore intra party pressures. He aims to pursue post-election developments with broader freedom despite Republican leanings.
Truman Stands Firm on Policy as Reshaping GOP Support
Reported by unnamed insiders President Truman will not resign and has not considered it seriously. He aims to bolster bipartisanship behind foreign policy, backed by James F. Byrnes and advocates like Vandenberg and Arren Austin. Downcast yet not defeated, he expects Republican cooperation in 1949 to advance policy.
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Molotov to Visit President Truman in Washington
The Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov will call on President Truman this afternoon at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. He travels with Under Secretary Dean Acheson and Ambassador Nikolai Vovikov after attending the foreign ministers meeting in New York. The visit aligns with the anniversary events connected to the Russian Revolution.
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South Carolina Senator Sees Republicans Winning In 1948
Sen. Johnston of South Carolina calls the Republican victory a disguise and predicts Republicans will win control in 1948. He says Republicans protect property rights and Democrats protect human rights and urges voters to judge by the party programs.
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Democratic Machines Wrecked in GOP Sweep
Washington reports a GOP landslide wiping out long standing city machine majorities. Kelly Hague Pendergast and Tammany were toppled while Tennessee figure Ed Crump backed a Democratic senator and governor but warned of tough times ahead.
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Doughton Celebrates 83rd Birthday After Election Victory
Rep. Robert L. Doughton of North Carolina marks his 83rd birthday today. He says he is not bitter nor surprised by the Republicans' win in Tuesday's election.
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Health Plan Poster Fight Looms In North Carolina Board
Raleigh November 7 Rumblings of a likely bitter fight surfaced at a state board of education meeting over a petition to place posters in school buses promoting the North Carolina good health program. Officials debated legality and funding while backing figures urged a four year university expansion and rural hospital clinics.
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Plans to End Decontrol to Be Pushed
A government official says price and wage decontrol will be accelerated, with likely removal of controls for all wearing apparel and textiles once the master decontrol list is issued. The shift follows the end of meat ceilings and keeps other sectors under review as decisions continue.
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Foreign Nations Jittery Over U S Policy Shift
International diplomats at the United Nations and the big four council faced jittery speculation after Republican gains in congress. While UN and council sessions proceeded, foreign press warned of a sharper U S rightward swing and potential friction with Russia, as Republican leaders reassured allies.
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Veterans measures dominate ballots in six states
Seven veterans d id proposals faced votes across six states. Most passed amid labor opposition. South Dakota Nebraska and Arizona approved constitutional amendments barring the closed shop. Massachusetts required unions to file public financial statements. Oregon rejected a 3 percent tax to fund a $100 monthly pension for seniors over 60. Colorado rejected ending jackpot pension payments. California rejected a constitutional loan program for veterans.
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Cotton Drops $10 Per Bale
New Orleans traders saw cotton futures plummet again as the market hit a $10 per bale daily limit for the second straight session. Nervous liquidation continued amid bank and merchant hedging as selling pressures persisted.
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Dead Man Wins Election in Richland County Race
In Richland Washington a dead Republican candidate Thad Grosscup won the county commissioner seat after dying hours before election day. Officials allowed voting to proceed and planned to appoint a Republican if Democrat Max Walton lost. Final tabulations showed Grosscup victorious.
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Republicans Lead 25-23 In Governors Races
Republicans hold a two state edge at 25 to 23 in governorships, matching the Democrats’ pre election margin. The gains come from overturning Democratic state administrations in Ohio and Massachusetts.
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Doughton Celebrates 83rd Birthday Amid Election Reflections
Rep Robert L Doughton marks his 83rd birthday as he reflects on a Democratic victory in North Carolina and a GOP national landslide He remains hopeful about cooperation with Republicans on tax and policy while defending the wartime social and banking laws and his ongoing role on the Ways and Means Committee Miss Rebr oughton plans a family dinner to observe the date later
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Election at a glance by party gains and holds
The report lists HOUSE results with Republicans 846 net gain 54 and Democrats 186 net loss 53, plus minor changes. Senate totals show Republicans 23 holdovers 28 for 51 net gain 12 and Democrats 10 holdovers 32 for 42 net loss 11. Governors show Republicans 20 net gain 2 and Democrats 14 net loss 2 with in doubt states noted.
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Truman’s 1948 bid and party direction debated in editorials
The text weighs whether Truman should push the party toward conservative GOP trends or shift left. It notes no clear signal about reelection in 1948 and discusses a potential Byrnes replacement with Arthur Vandenberg, then resigning. It cites Fulbright and Patrick backing a contested idea.
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Partly Clouded North Carolina With Showers Tonight
Weather report notes partly cloudy skies with mild temperatures and showers extending into mountainous areas this afternoon. By Friday the state remains mostly cloudy with continued mild conditions and showers in the eastern portion. Sunrise is 6 49 and sunset 5 18 on Friday November 8 1946.
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Temperature Rainfall Report From Charlotte November 7
Official bureau records for the 24 hours ending 8:30 a m list Charlotte at a high 68 and a low 49 with rainfall 0.00 inches. The dataset covers multiple cities including New York 59 Atlanta 68 Birmingham 74 Detroit 38 and Miami 80, detailing maximums minimums and rainfall in inches.
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