Wilson Cites Folly of Facts at Democratic Convention
CHICAGO The Wilsons describe a frugal convention stay on Russian Hill with a hotel-free plan and a push to avoid overloading with facts. Earl Wilson recalls past conventions, noting humor, politics, and the era’s personalities while reflecting on the folly of overly agreed facts and the show's spectacle. Memorial mentions include the Taft theme song and Will Rogers moments, with anecdotes about Huey Long and FDR. Mitchell argues the days of boss hatred and union busting are over as labor harmony grows amid steel dispute resolution.
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Harriman Aides See All to Gain in Civil Rights Clash
Harriman strategists say he has everything to gain and nothing to lose if civil rights are debated on the convention floor. They argue Stevenson’s Northern backing could shrink with a strong plank and Southern support may wax if the plank is watered down. Harriman favors a firm civil rights stance and hopes to rally North strong plank supporters. A spokesman hinted Harriman could spark a civil rights floor fight.
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Ex-Hitler Aide Konstantin von Neurath Dies at 88
Baron Konstantin von Neurath, 88, former Hitler foreign minister and protector of occupied Czechoslovakia, died yesterday at his Enzweihin gen home near Stuttgart, family said. Death was due to a heart ailment, an angina pectoris.
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Labor leaders hail relief from federal interference in bargaining
Mitchell praised the Eisenhower era for limiting government meddling in free collective bargaining. He highlighted the steel settlement as historic for wage reopenings and absence of a government board. He said government no longer uses power to disrupt bargaining unless national welfare demands it, and both labor and management now share common interests and goals.
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Plymouths Sell As Texts Across The Years
An advertising line asserts that Plymouths outlast other cars as texts from purchase through many years of ownership, suggesting long term value and widespread use of the brand in messaging. The slogan emphasizes durability and continued relevance for drivers.
Crash Near Kansas City Fatal for Kansas Man
Wayne Lloyd 31 was killed and his wife Betty severely injured in a one car crash near the Liberty Bridge on U S Highway 71 bypass. Betty Lloyd transported to Independence Sanitarium with multiple fractures and other injuries. The Lloyds recently moved to Kansas City Kansas from Pleasanton Kansas. Clifton Larrison 34, Kansas.
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City driver escapes with minor injuries in crash
Jackson County patrolmen reported the Larrista car collided with a utility pole, injuring the driver with only minor injuries.
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