Eisenhower’s inaugural call for world peace and united leadership
President Eisenhower, sworn in today, outlines nine rules for lasting world peace, pledging the free nations to unite against aggression. He stresses strength and unity, warns against trading honor for security, and asks divine guidance for a foreign policy leaning toward internationalist leadership. Domestic issues are deemphasized as Congress readiness remains uncertain.
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Eisenhower sworn in as president in solemn inauguration
Dwight D. Eisenhower took the oath at 11 32 a m CST to become President pledging peace while opposing appeasement of Communism He outlined nine guiding principles and asked for national unity and dedication to serve all citizens regardless of race creed or politics The ceremony at the Capitol was witnessed by officials and millions on television and radio with Vice President Nixon also sworn in.
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Floats Bands Birds Go Past In Big Parade
Washington dazzles with a three to four hour parade down Pennsylvania Avenue led by newly sworn president Dwight D. Eisenhower. Ten miles of floats bands military units beasts and birds include 6500 civilians 250 Indians 3 elephants and 350 horses. Parade mixes patriotism military pageantry and faith with the inaugural committee and grand marshals highlighted.
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Parmenter Leads Ugly Man Contest in Comanche County
Parmenter Jr. leads the Ugliest Man contest in Comanche County as March of Dimes standings open. Optimists contribute 71.39 dollars to back Arch Parmenter with his mug said to be the ugliest in the area. Lions President T. A. Hamra holds second with 61.13 dollars raised. Col. Joseph C. McCain receives 50 dollars from Veterans of Foreign Wars and 51 dollars total, with Kirkpatrick Feed nominating him. American Legion auxiliary plans a benefit games party for McCain on January 27 at the Legion hut.
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Eisenhower Is Anointed With Prayer For Presidency
Dwight D. Eisenhower attended a private service at National Presbyterian Church in Washington with his wife, as Rev. Edward L. R. Elson prayed for his health, faith, judgment, and moral bearing. The ceremony included silent prayer with the vice president and cabinet present, ending with a united Lord's Prayer and a sevenfold Amen.
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Morse Blocks UK On Eight Cabinet Posts
Senator Morse blocks action on eight Eisenhower cabinet appointments and defers confirmation. The President omits Charles E Wilson for defense secretary from the list, while Mrs Oveta Hobby is questioned. Senate postpones vote. Wilson to testify on General Motors ties without formal nomination.
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Faxon Junior To Get Award in Comanche County
Ann Reid a Faxon high school junior and daughter of Mr and Mrs E M Reid has been chosen for the top 4 H club achievement award of Comanche county announced today by home demonstration agent Mrs Clara J Kelley She will be honored for her 4 H work at a county meeting at 1245 p m January 29 in the district courtroom One award is provided each year by the Dr Anthony company Loyd See 4 H AWARD Page 2
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No Regrets Truman Says Farewell at White House
President Truman leaves the White House after a full day of final errands and packing. He tells a United Press reporter he has no regrets about not seeking a second term. Eisenhower prepares for the inauguration and hat choices, with Truman riding to Capitol Hill and attending a farewell lunch at Dean Acheson’s home before departing for Missouri.
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City Tot Severely Burned In Tub Fall
Dewain Moore Jr., year old son of Mr and Mrs Dewain Moore of 1202 New York, suffered severe second and third degree burns on his back after tripping and tumbling into a tub of boiling water early today. His condition was described as fair and the doctor said it was too soon to gauge the full severity. The child was playing at home when he backed into the tub his mother was about to fill for washing clothes and will remain in the hospital for some time.
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Momentous Day Opens for Eisenhower at Inauguration
Washington reports a vivid timeline of President-elect Eisenhower's morning and inaugural day. The president and Mamie rose at the Statler Hotel, attended church, and prepared for the White House transition as crowds gathered. The couple shared family moments with John Eisenhower and Barbara before the public events.
Convicts Demand Prison Reforms at Rockview
BELLEFONTE PA January 20 575 inmates rioted at Rockview Penitentiary taking six guards hostage demanding talks with State Welfare Secretary William C Brown. Officials reported seven pistols and a tense standoff but no break occurred as Brown arrived by plane from Pittsburgh to negotiate a parole and food reform plan.
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Allied Warplanes Blast Red Lines Across Korea Fronts
Allied tanks artillery and air units launched a fifth straight day of heavy bombardment across Korea. U S Patton tanks blasted Red bunkers from Chorwon to Kumhwa while B29s dropped 110 tons on supply targets in Northwest Korea. Temperature near zero and snow drifted along fronts.
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Eisenhower's inaugural speech praised across parties
Ike's first message to the nation drew praise from Republicans and Democrats alike though a few reservations cited its generality. Congress members called the address dignified and inspiring, with Democrats noting it restated prior foreign policy. Leaders from both parties lauded its call for strong economics and military strength to deter aggressors.
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