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Mississippi Democrats Eye August Convention And Dixiecrat Roots
The piece reviews how Mississippi, with a Dixiecrat origin in 1948, faces a reconvened State Democratic Convention on August 6 in Jackson. It traces past defections from 1948, the impact on electoral votes, and how Mississippi may again chart an independent path depending on the national platform and civil rights planks. Mississippi’s stance could influence nearby states and sway the 1952 Chicago convention outcomes.
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Taft and Lodge Battle Over Senate Leader Post
The article notes a potential shift in Senate Republican leadership if Eisenhower becomes president, with Lodge likely to succeed Taft as policy committee chairman. It recounts Taft’s contested chairmanship, Lodge’s support for Eisenhower, and key 1951-52 votes highlighting their policy differences.
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Worry Clinic piece on race and prejudice by Dr Crane
Dr George W Crane discusses race, religion, and prejudice. He cites Patsy learning from a mother’s Christian view that color skin does not determine merit, praises Carver, and notes wartime mistreatment of Japanese Americans and bias in colleges and public life.
Washington Happenings in Campaign Sparring and Jingles
Senator Nixon attacks Governor Stevenson as a captive candidate while Stevenson criticizes Eisenhower for backing candidates. The piece notes cross-party questions of ownership and influence, cites Taft and Dirksen, and contrasts campaign songs from both parties amid voter skepticism about promises and graft. It highlights the polarized pre election rhetoric and the public’s growing mistrust of political assurances.
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The Stars Saw For Tomorrow Forecast by Genevieve Kemble
Genevieve Kemble notes a turning tide in today's sidereal operations with luminaries aligned to ease opposition and loosen crystallized issues. Wise postponement could let sinister conditions incubate, while friendly aid may remove obstacles and provide means for action. For birthdays, embrace chances to advance long range plans and witness a potential child born today grow industrious and influential.
Truth on display colorless of character
The piece argues that color of wrapping paper and skin shade do not reveal merchandise or moral traits. It urges rejecting prejudices taught to children and asserts psychologists and church leaders agree surface attributes cannot judge intelligence, courage, honesty or patriotism. It criticizes colleges yielding to Legion pressure.
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San Francisco Weather, Culture and a 50 Year Cold Spell
Erich Brande reflects on San Francisco climate and charm from the foggy approach to the city. He cites Warren D. Allen on weather influencing human activity and political trends, speculating a 50 year cold period may affect November elections and bring back old-fashioned values.
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Journal of Human Ecole
Florence Nightingale of industry Dr Sara Jordan
Hal Boyle profiles Dr Sara M Jordan of Boston as Americas leading candidate for Woman of the Year in 1952. He argues her plan to ease the tired businessman by relaxation, naps, and leisure breaks could transform the American office, urging earlier adoption and suggesting experimental office practices.
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Sara M. Jordan
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Washington Letter on Ruth Grover and Kenilworth Water Gardens
Ruth Grover rose from a Virginia farm to become a leading water flower expert at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. Under Mrs. L Helen Fowler she learned Latin plant names and helped steward the gardens after government acquisition in 1938. The feature notes the gardens attracts thousands each summer and highlights rare Manchurian lotus seeds and the garden founder’s pioneering hybrids.
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Salmon fishing lore sparks debate on method
A brief NEA note questions the idea that thinking like a fish makes a good salmon fisherman. It suggests if that were sufficient, many would be skilled on the Resti gouche River in Canada and in Washington, highlighting the limits of such reasoning.
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Barbs and Bonds in a Bachelor’s Life
A quirky mix of sayings on bachelor life money and luck with uncle sam bonds. It muses on attention overheard advice punctures and fan belts avoiding garages and the fate of returning soldiers, ending with a Maine squirrel anecdote.
Women Run for Congress Reflects Shifting House Roles
A brief note on women entering or seeking seats in Congress, signaling a shift in political life. The piece hints that some women run for the House, viewing it as their appropriate arena and place in government.
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Rainy mornings lift Middleton mood and crops hopes
Middletonians woke to a greener, fresher scene as rains revived stressed lawns and dew on flowers. Farmers fear some crops are beyond salvation, while city shoppers fear higher prices. a local merchant would trade morning rain for afternoon business, hoping for relief through more showers.
Broadway Grapevine Headlines and Hollywood Romance
A collage of showbiz notes from Broadway and Hollywood. A top Broadway agent is robbed over a failed promotion and gangsters suspected in crooner ownership. Averell Harriman won't run for Senate. Jim Landis eyed as Dem contender. Ferrer Remarque project collapses. Jane Kean romance with Frank Ross at El Rancho Vegas. TV info please update. Choo Choo Johnson shifts to Mexico. Flying saucer craze boosts science fiction mags. TV’s Information Please scolds Red Barber. Mr Fadiman preferred.
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Richard Winter
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Mickey Rooney
Julie Styne
Sugar Ray Robinson Jams at Downbeat with Original Tune
Sugar Ray Robinson sat with Billy Taylor at the Downbeat for about 15 minutes last night banging groovy tunes. He played a self penned number You Knock Me Out Baby and hinted at possible commercial appeal. Real estate agent Russell Nype seeks a 110 acre farm in New York State with animals. The Red Badge of Courage reissue failed to outperform its original despite New Yorker interest.
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Betty Hutton
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Russell Nype
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Red Badge of Courage
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Reginald DeKoven’s songs and tides in lakes
It notes that Reginald DeKoven, though famous for light operas, wrote over 400 songs including O Promise Me. It explains tides in lakes are caused by solar and lunar forces and are typically tiny, with Lake Superior showing about a two inch range.
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