Eisenhower landslide widens as Stevenson trails in votes
President Eisenhower’s second term victory grew toward a nine million vote margin as he led in 41 states for 457 electoral votes. Democrats gained and kept control of Congress with 49 senators and in House races 223 Democrats to 197 Republicans at the hour reported. Eisenhower urged bipartisan support, inviting leaders to a White House conference, while Stevenson conceded.
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Elections at Glance shows 1952 results snapshot
The page presents a condensed national election tally at noon, listing presidential popular votes Ike 32,453,623 and Stevenson 28,553,760 with 139,680 of 154,844 precincts reporting. It notes Eisenhower leading in 41 states with 457 electoral votes and Stevenson in 7 with 41, needing 236. Senate results show Republicans with 16 seats won and 20 holdovers, Democrats with 18 and 31 holdovers. House counts give Republicans 1597 and Democrats 222 with 15 undecided. Governor results list Republicans ahead in several states and Democrats in others.
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Eisenhower Wins Re election in Victory Rally
President Eisenhower jubilant after a landslide victory pledges to work for 168 million Americans and world peace. Adlai Stevenson concedes defeat and sends warm congratulations as the crowd roars at the rally.
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Ike Seals California Victory With 32 Electoral Votes
California formally added its 32 electoral votes to Eisenhower's wide victory margin. The state, long a Democratic stronghold, effectively settled the race against Adlai Stevenson even before returns from California's predominantly Democratic precincts began. Kuchel was re-elected to the U S Senate, a Republican hold since 1953.
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Eisenhower Wins Big in California Balloting
Eisenhower defeats Stevenson by a wide margin with 1,785,113 to 1,462,757 in California across 19,358 precincts. The Democrats gain two seats in Congress, leaving 17 Republicans and 13 Democrats in the state's 30 member delegation. Prop 4, oil conservation, goes down to defeat. Eisenhower pledges to continue work for 68 million Americans and lasting world peace amid global tensions.
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Eisenhower Wins Key States As Voters Approve Major Bonds
Election returns show Eisenhower ahead in state and federal races as voters approve Prop numbers one through three, Prop five ending the post prohibition food requirement, and Prop nine and Prop ten failing. The White House reported a friendly message from France amid late-night results.
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Eden Reports Shooting in Canal Zone
London AP reports a shaky cease-fire in the Middle East as Prime Minister Eden cautioned Parliament of ongoing shooting at Port Said in the Suez Canal Zone. Britain lacks official confirmation of Egypt accepting a UN cease-fire order amid broader regional tensions and new calls for international action.
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Stock Prices Rise After Eisenhower Victory
New York stock market greeted President Eisenhower's re election with a brisk advance led by Royally Dutch Boeing Kaiser Aluminum and General Electric. Early trading showed blocks moving up with shares noted at 106 75 57 90 57 62 and 62 25 respectively as investors reacted to the political outcome.
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Weather outlook warm through Thursday with high fire danger
Clear conditions persist into Thursday with a trend toward warmer daytime highs. Fire danger remains elevated in mountainous and foothill areas, prompting caution for outdoor burning and activities.
Pundit Recaps State Voters in Key Races by Page
A state by state pundit analyzes how voters across the nation cast ballots in the presidential, Senate, House, and governorship races. The note lists page references for Beach Combing, Hal Boyle, Bridge, Classifieds, Comics, and other sections including sports, theaters, and weather.
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Reds and ROK in Aerial Battle
Seoul Korea reports two communist MIG15 jet fighters attacked two South Korean F51 fighters. One South Korean plane reportedly missing after the clash.
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