Young Democrats Clash Over East West Balance In North Carolina
Greensboro hosts a fractious annual YDC convention as eastern leaders resist scrapping the unwritten east west rule for governor seats. Progressives push to end the division, but harmony prevails with the old guard steering the outcome and limiting reform.
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Communist Party debated methods of seizing power in past
Maurice Malkin, former U S Communist Party committee member, states that the party abandoned persuasion long ago and that it is bullets, not persuasion, that would have carried their aims. He comments on whether peaceful means were ever considered to capture government.
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U. S
Communist Party Committee
Barkley and Brannan Speak In Separate NC Dates
Capitol Square reports show Senator Barkley and Secretary Brannan slated to speak September 27 in Asheville and Monroe respectively, with Duke and State football games in Raleigh that afternoon and Texas versus Carolina at Chapel Hill at the same hour. Officials note sellouts for both games and argue the split schedule expands audience reach while critics call it a crowd-splitting clash. President Truman may add a Raleigh dedication, but past tentative dates hinder confirmation.
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Alben Barkley
Asheville
Charles F. Brannan
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Washington
Truman
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Truman appearance billed as non political event
Strategy centers on avoiding controversial issues during a Truman visit in an election year. Gossip notes shifts in party loyalties and candidate behavior across both parties. Observers see deflection toward Thurmond Wright and mixed rhetoric among incumbents, fueling voter confusion.
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Kerr Scott
Democratic Targeting of Communists and Dewey Underdog Outlook
The piece describes Democratic Attorney General Tom Clark planning indictments against known communists in major cities to counter Republican gains. It cites political aims to overshadow Dewey's criticisms, with comments from several figures about Truman's perceived underdog status and potential headlines in national cities as the spring moves forward.
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Clarence W
Slats) Rafferty
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Facing Trouble and Responsibility in Household Quarrels
A reflective piece argues that people avoid admitting fault in domestic disputes. It notes adults excuse their role by blaming others while failing to acknowledge overspending on tobacco and alcohol that fuels financial strain.
Washington party launches push for greater air power
Edson reports at a high level Washington event hosted by Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, Eastern Airlines president, featuring a preview of the film Air Is Peace Power. Attendees included top military and government figures. the speech urged expanding air power and more cargo planes, noting current shortages and requests for funds.
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Norman Thomas Gains Standing Despite Low Election Hopes
The piece notes Norman Thomas as a perennial socialist candidate for US president, gaining public support while unlikely to win. It contrasts his platform with Dewey and Wallace, cites Thomas’s wartime stance against Nazism and communism, and lauds his patriotic, selfless service and commitment to peaceful postwar aims.
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Always in our hearts a memory of youth and song
Fragmentary reminiscence recalls a waft of fall colors, a park scene, and a long ago togetherness. It mentions Sylvia Fine and Danny as stars and a humorous phone exchange with a film cutter. Also notes ground breaking for a new permanent site at the U York and a stray line about a sweater pull.
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New York Gossip From Berlin to Broadway Stages
A collage of theater chatter and political quips spans Ted Macy in Berlin, new Broadway shows like Small Wonder with praised cast and stars such as Ma McCarty, and Hollywood satire notes. It includes quips about shoe shop arrogance, Love-Letter culture, and Truman era political blushes with figures like Henry Wallace and General Motors.
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Beverly Hills
Oddam
Orson Welles Seen With New Actress in Rome Photo
Reporters say Orson Welles posed with his new actress sweetheart in Rome, noting how he and she appeared together for photographers and attracted interest from the press.
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Rome
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Linda Christians' Europe Tour Reaches 61 Churches
Hedda notes Linda Christians has taken power to visit 61 churches on her European journey. An ambitious gal is really trying to broaden influence across faith communities and regions.
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Hedda
Linda Christians
Hilarities Review Notes Gali at Adelphi Bistro
Mr Barnes comments on the Adelphi production in Trib analysis noting a bistro mood as Gali begins work. The piece reflects on a sense of magic amid challenges and hints at tension around a character named Sone.
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Hitler and Eva Braun Trial Postponed Again
The trial for Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun has been postponed once more. The delay leaves unresolved questions about Adolf Hitler's Nazi affiliation and the fate of the case.
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Eva Braun
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Air power advocates push for bigger defense budget
Edward Rickenbacker criticizes idle publicity around New York Idlewild air demonstrations calling the display skeletonized and a ghost fleet of World War II planes. He argues the nation must expand the 1949 military budget beyond the $15 billion ceiling set by Press Wemban to meet defense needs.
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Quotes on liberty dignity and opportunity from MacArthur and Goldwyn
A compilation of remarks praising liberty and opportunity cites General Douglas MacArthur on a free world counting on Japan as an asset. Samuel Goldwyn notes that a good producer finds stars in film.
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