California GOP faction challenges Nixon unity claim
In San Francisco a faction led by Harry Finks of Sacramento questioned California Republican unity at the national convention. Finks, an AFL leader and Knight ally, hinted he may not back Nixon and said he will support the federation endorsed ticket. Federation meets Sept 13-14 to decide endorsements. observers predict Stevenson Kefauver gains. The delegation’s unity claim masks privately held doubts about Knight Knowland Nixon disputes and the convention truce.
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Looks Vigorous on Podium At Convention
SAN FRANCISCO The looks vigor of President Eisenhower on accepting renomination suggested strong health. Reporters noted a firmer bearing and resonant voice, with pale and thinner appearance than before his June 9 operation. Governors credited coaching and televised delivery as he projected future leadership.
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Knights of Columbus oppose China and aid to Yugoslavia
A Detroit report states the Knights of Columbus approved a resolution opposing United States recognition of Communist China and its UN admission, forwarding it to President Eisenhower and Secretary of State Dulles. The move followed the disappearance of a U S Navy patrol plane off Red China coast. The three day convention adopted more than 190 resolutions urging action against communism and enabling a diplomat to be named to the Vatican.
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Protests Group Against Group Charge by Stevenson
Adlai Stevenson attacked President Eisenhower's policies as he denounced the Republican record at Libertyville while awaiting his campaign team. He contrasted Nixon's claims to carry the Eisenhower record across the nation with the Republican actions, arguing the administration resisted farmers and schoolchildren until pressed by a Democratic Congress.
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Valentino Birthplace in Italy Honors Silent Screen Star
Castellaneta, Italy observed the 30th anniversary of Rudolph Valentino death with a gala fiesta prizes for best window displays and a special requiem mass. Valentino, born in this South Italian town, died August 23, 1926 at age 30. The tribute was declared by the mayor, a woman.
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Eisenhower Won't Campaign as Hard in 1956 Says He Felt Exhausted
Mrs. Janette Tourtellotte, Republican national committeewoman from Washington, said President Eisenhower told her he could not campaign as hard in 1956 as in 1952 due to exhaustion. He spoke of campaigning to the point of exhaustion four years earlier and needing rest after being carried to bed. Tourtellotte described the six member delegation’s meeting as they sought Eisenhower’s pick for NRCC chairman, choosing Leonard Hall again.
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