Compromise on Filibuster Predicted Kuchel Victory
The report notes Kuchel's victory over Mundt amid liberal gains within the GOP at a party conference. Key liberals Cooper and Javits hailed the result as boosting progressive influence, while Eisenhower congratulated Kuchel by phone. Kuchel joins the bipartisan Steering Committee to ease filibuster rules and advance civil rights.
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Jacob Javits
Fost Aga
Inger Stevens Still Very Sick After Caustic Ingestion
New York UPI reports actress Inger Stevens, 24, remains a very sick girl after swallowing an unidentified caustic solution in her apartment Sunday night. A Paramount spokesman says she has regained consciousness and improves in Columbia Hospital where she was found in a coma by the building superintendent.
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New Congress Opens Amid Filibuster Row and Leadership Shifts
In Washington a bigger Congress convened with battles over filibusters and who reads the ranks of Republicans. Senate leaders battled to curb debate amid partisan fights on civil rights and spending. Lyndon Johnson as House leader and Ferett Dirksen as Senate minority head emerged as key figures while Alaska added two new senators. Former President Truman attended as lawmakers anticipate Eisenhower’s State of the Union and a 77 billion dollar budget. Dale Alford’s contested seat in Little Rock lingered as a hearing over his write‑in victory moved forward.
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FASWEET Tooth Powder Ad Claimed Secure Fit
An old advertisement touts FASTEETH powder for upper or lower plates to prevent slipping. It promises firmer false teeth and fresh breath with alkaline and acid balance effects. The copy uses bold claims about odor control and counters at drugstores.
Alaska appoints two short term senators after draw
In Washington, Alaska's two newly elected senators drew terms by lottery. Ernest Gruening drew a four year term, while E L Bartlett received a two year term. A six year term remained unchosen as the process ensured differing term lengths.
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UPI
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Bob) Bartlett
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