Benson defends administration farm aid stance in speech
Davenport Iawai Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson said he does not recognize much campaign material and warned the public to expect more confusion than clarity as November nears. He clarified the administration aims to aid agriculture with price supports while opposing government reliance on aid over self-help and urged a concerted effort to raise rural productivity and education.
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Capehart backs McCarthy as censure vote nears
Sen. Homer Capehart voiced strong support for Sen. Joseph McCarthy amid looming censure proceedings. Sen. George Smathers disagreed, predicting a substantial Senate majority for censure despite Capehart's pledge to defend McCarthy on the floor. Smathers praised the six member committee's thorough inquiry into the charges.
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President Urged to Purge FHA Section of Pro Powell
Capehart asks President Eisenhower to dismiss FHA rental housing staff with ties to Clyde L. Powell amid a banking committee probe. He cites reports of loyalty to Powell and suggests possible removal of many employees, with legislation as a potential path.
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Israel Charges New Attack by Jordanians
Israeli military spokesman said Jordanian attackers struck an Israeli military truck with hand grenades. One attacker was killed and his body lies in Terash territory. Powell was fired as FHA assistant commissioner after a White House inquiry into housing scandals. Powell is accused of taking over $200,000 from apartment builders linked to FHA business.
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