Lemke Challenges Roosevelt and Landon to a Debating Duel
In Los Angeles during the 1936 presidential campaign Union party candidate William K. Lemke hurled a challenge to Roosevelt and Landon to debate the money issue and the Townsend pension plan. The challenge drew thunderous applause but was rejected by both Roosevelts and Landons.
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Om Dee
William K. Lemke
Union Party
Los Angeles
Roosevelt
Landon
Lemke
Townsend
Willkie
Washington
Jefferson
Jackson
Lincoln
Cleveland
Theodore Roo
Political Scrutiny of Willkie Challenge at Philadelphia Rally
The piece critiques Willkie's presidential bid and leadership claims, noting supporters cheered over analysis and citing Walter Lippmann's view that Willkie must lead his own party before challenging the presidency. It contrasts rally fervor with questions of genuine leadership and party cohesion.
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Wilkie
Philadelphia
Willkie
Walter Lippmann
LeMars Wives Lock Car Fails To Stop Romances
A vigilant reader notes that a plan by some LeMars wives to lock cars in the garage to prevent husbands from romantic outings failed. The piece hints at ongoing tensions over marital freedom and domestic controls in the town.
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Romeo
LeMars
End of the World for That Fool and Devotion
A fragmentary column mixed with political opinion condemns dictatorial devotion and past leaders. It cites Napoleon’s wounded messenger as a symbol of loyalty, accuses Roosevelt and Wilson of deceit, and urges citizen vigilance against monarchic power. The clipping also notes local gossip about a neighbor’s wife and a late-night street brawl, plus a Remsen resident visiting family.
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Vincent
Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Napoleon
Grau company moves to new quarters on Highway 75
The Grau company relocates to new premises on Highway 75 just south of Club Del Mar. Clarence Grau opens two new bulletins to run the business of selling farm implements and acting as Hudson motor car agency.
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Grau
Highway No. 75
Club del Mar
Clarence Grau
Hudson Motor Car
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