Kentucky and Philadelphia off year elections draw attention
Voters in Kentucky and Philadelphia faced off year contests for state and city offices with emphasis on a gubernatorial seat and a mayoral race. Democratic Chandler sought a comeback in Kentucky amid a split the governorship slate, while Philadelphia’s mayoral race paired Democrat Richardson Dilworth with Republican W Thacher Longstreth in a liberal alignment.
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Republican Aspirants Mark Time for Presidential Decision
Senate Republicans push for an early declaration of President Eisenhower’s intentions while some colleagues urge patience. Senators Knowland and Smith favor a January timing or cautious stance, while Humphrey Mansfield and Hall clash over Congress’s role and the president’s timetable ahead of next year’s elections.
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Lawmakers weigh curbs on oversized corporations
Senator O Mahoney leads hearings probing how GM grew so large and its dealer influence. Quinn, former GE executive now heading T K Quinn Co and Monitor Equipment, argues for limits on giants with net worth above 100 million dollars, with higher taxes for firms exceeding thresholds. He cites autos and steel as possible exceptions. MORE ON PAGE FIVE A
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Dixie Leaders See Court Ruling Endorsing Segregated Parks
Atlanta officials faced pressure after a court ruling on park access tied to racial integration. Governor Griffin warned state parks might close to integrated use, while officials urged exiting the park business rather to prevent desegregation. Wade Bradley signaled possible shutdowns of city parks and pools rather than mixed facilities.
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Reds Ignore Strong Protest By Dulles
Diplomatic officials reported that Molotov defended an arms deal during talks with Dulles at Geneva. The Communist nations disputed a U S protest, while the details of the discussions remained secret.
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Woman Booked In Poison Deaths of Boys
A 27 year old woman Mary Moss Falcon was jailed in New Orleans on murder charges in the phosphorus poison deaths of seven year old William Baughman Jr and his six year old brother Lawrence. The victims died hours apart from suspected rat poison ingestion after a quarrel between neighbors. Falcon allegedly threatened to get even and had aliases Mary Jackson and Mrs William Hart.
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Molotov Returns to Geneva After Moscow Talks
Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov arrived in Geneva for the Big Four conference after three days of talks in Moscow. Western officials said his remark about bringing better baggage suggested Moscow softened on Germany's reunification and would push for more support for allied aerial and military plans. Premier Bulganin commented approvingly that German diplomats had converged on Geneva for the climactic moment.
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State Measures Traditions Against Ruling On Parks
The Associated Press reports a watchful mood in North Carolina cities after the Supreme Court ruled racial segregation in public parks illegal. Charlotte waits on a pending suit verdict while considering changes to pools and facilities. Greensboro officials defer comment until review, with discussions of token adjustments likely if the issue is raised.
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Eisenhower to Address Nation From Denver and Washington
President Eisenhower will speak to the nation on television and radio Friday after leaving Fitzsimons Army Hospital and before arriving in Washington. The White House says no decision on running in 1956 will be made until January or February, after doctors assess his heart's ability to endure another term.
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Prowler Admits Intrusion Near Wealthy Husband
Mrs Woodward a 39 year old wife of a wealthy sportsman has been under doctor care for shock and grief after a prowler intrusion window drive from the garage to the house. A man and woman were seen near the home between 11 pm and 2 am. The Woodwards, fearing a break in, inspected the house and went to separate bedrooms with shotguns at hand. Lights were seen in parts of the house as the event unfolded. MORE ON PAGE THREE-A.
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