Spectacle of McCarthy Censure Hearings and Filibuster Threats
The editorial condemns the McCarthy censure hearings as a flawed spectacle and warns a full filibuster would worsen the scene. It supports the partisan committee findings and argues for a swift, fair conclusion, noting McCarthy’s resistance and unlikely mind change.
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Joseph McCarthy
Stevens
McCarthy
United States
Senate
Sen
Watkins
Utah
Public anger over repeated Soviet air attacks on U S forces
A letter argues against provoking a world war over Soviet fighter plane incidents after the B29 shoot down. The writer urges UN action for token compensation and apology while condemning five prior protests and demanding better protection for American aircrews.
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United States
Guage
United Nations
Veterans Day and Armistice Name Change Highlight Memorial Value
The article argues renaming Armistice Day to Veterans Day better honors the nation’s war dead and returning veterans. It notes the date flexibility, describes observances from quiet rites to pomp, and emphasizes freedoms earned by millions who served in World War I, World War II, and Korea.
Snow Shortage Strains Western Water Resources
The Durham Herald notes snow is scarce in the Western mountains heightening worry over water supply. Regions, towns, and farms depend on heavy snows for runoff, reservoir recharge, and streams. Citizens recognize water scarcity as a regional crisis affecting all communities.
Snow as Water's Hope in Parched Lands
The piece discusses mounting concerns over water rights and changing climate, detailing plans to seed clouds and induce snow to replenish scarce supplies. It notes early snows and ongoing winter rain-making efforts, with residents hopeful that snowpack will yield life-sustaining water for their land.
Russians Control Sinkiang Since 1930 in Chinese Interior
George Sokolski surveys Sinkiang highlighting Russian domination since the 1930 Turk-Sich Railroad completion. He notes Soviet advisers, police state practices, and the region as a key oil, gold, and livestock trade hub.
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Asia
China
Sinkiang
Kashgar
Khotan
Iran
Hami
Yarkand
Russia
Li Chang
Foreign Affairs
Urumehi
Sven Hedin
Red China
Soviet Russia
Siberia
Mongolia
Europe
Shanghai
Wanderlust and reminiscence fill a North Carolina page
A nostalgic column blends outdoors longing on the Blue Ridge Parkway with vignettes from staff life and humorous anecdotes. It recalls past loves, household rhythms, chestnut lore, and local humor, closing with a quip about convictions in court.
Funeral for Governor Umstead Draws Thousands in Durham
Thousands gathered at Trinity Methodist Church in Durham for the funeral of Governor William Umstead with outside amplifiers. The procession moved to Mt Tabor. Governor Hodges took the oath later in Raleigh as TV lights and cameras crowded the old capitol.
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Trinity Methodist Church
Durham
William Umstead
Big City
Mt. Tabor Church
Durham County
North Carolina
Thomas B. Stanley
Virginia
Mere
Raleigh
Chapel Hill
Raleigh- Durham
Stanley
Preme Court
Luther Hodges
Hodges
Capitol
Texas Birth Certificates Not Accepted for Passports
Washington reports that the State Department will not accept Texas birth certificates for U S passports even for high officials and famous Texans. Only affidavits from relatives or known citizens may prove Texas births. Texas law allows births outside Texas for registration. Ruth Shipley heads the passport office and explains the policy.
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Washington
United States
Senate
Supreme Court
Texas
State Department
T D. Eisenhower
Bureauscratese
Division of Security
Ike
Oveta
Lyndon
Tom
Sam
Met
Caer
P. S
Shipley
Maryland
Quotes Cite Wasted Produce and Cold War Views
The remarks cite one third of fruit and vegetable production wasted before reaching consumers. Frank Hussey calls for action while Sen. Margaret Chase Smith questions censure. Jean Peters comments on Washington's sophistication. Eisenhower speaks on hope for peace over war outcomes.
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Frank Hussey
National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
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Jack Part
Weeny
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Good Old North
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Washington, D. C
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Eisenhower
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