Taft Eisenhower Rivalry Shapes Republican Convention
The GOP faces a split field with Sen. Robert Taft and Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower as leading contenders for the next year’s presidential nomination. Conservatives doubt Taft’s national appeal while liberals back Eisenhower, with Taft poised to enter the convention with strong delegate support amid cautious party sentiment.
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Liberal Wing Weighs Ike Amid GOP 1952 Uncertainties
The article weighs the chances of Dwight Eisenhower entering the Republican race, noting liberals fear a weak field without him while conservatives gauge Dewey Duff Warren and Taft allies. It discusses potential convention outcomes, possible brokered deals, and a scenario where Eisenhower stays silent or backs Truman’s possible support.
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Truman fears Congress overstepping in government
The passage notes President Truman’s concern that Congress is taking over executive functions and enabling a growing bureaucracy. It argues that citizens worry about Congress also encroaching on legislative and judicial roles through broad legislation, weakening the republic.
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Capitol Dome Note Sparks Possible Party Switch
State political reporter notes John Wyngaard muses about leaving the GOP after last fall’s primary and pursuing the Democratic nomination for United States senator next year.
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Wisconsin Governor Kohler Faces Slow Bills and Quiet Office
Madison notes say Governor Kohler has mostly cooperated with the legislature and vetoed only three minor measures. Delays from the state printer delay rolled bills reaching Kohler, and ex Governor Rennebohm has kept a low profile away from Madison during the 1951 session.
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Babson Warns On Winter Clash With Russia In 1952
The Babson Dispatch surveys fears of World War III tied to Russia and allies, arguing winter timing, crops, and supply lines shape potential actions. It suggests 1952 could see delayed conflict if Korea stabilizes, with economic growth uncertain and political factors influencing timing.
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Bank Of China Finances Lobby Spreads Influence claims
Washington column alleges a China lobby extends into U S policy through campaign contributions, press placement, and high level connections. It cites Dr Kung and the Soongs, Formosa interests, and ties to Senator Bridges and Clark, with mention of Goodwin and Taft.
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World Today Peace Move Boomerangs on Japan Pact
AP News Analyst James Marlow notes Soviet appeals for a peace conference backfired by uniting US Britain and narrowing chances for a Japanese peace treaty this year. Britain drops push for Communist China, Peiping may sign final draft, Formosa fate left open. Morrison and Dulles compromise sent to governments for approval and then to the Far Eastern commission.
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County board eyes 10 acre site for highway shop
La Crosse county supervisors discuss spending 10000 to purchase 10 acres at the east end of the former golf club on Gillette street for a county highway shop building. Committees deem the site the most likely location.
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CIA Opens Elite Training for Top College Grads
The CIA will on July 9 begin a specialized training course for about 100 graduates from U S colleges and universities. The program aims to produce trained personnel for foreign intelligence work with three annual courses and a mix of AB BS and MA PhD graduates, mostly men, with starting pay up to 4600 dollars per year.
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