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Campaign Reserve Strategy in Historic Conventions
The piece compares campaign management to horse racing, citing Taft in 1932 and Roosevelt, Wallace, and Truman in later contests. It notes how leaders used or withheld reserve strength on first ballots, with Farley’s cautious tactics helping Roosevelt clinch nomination by later ballots and long conventions.
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Ike era echoes 1912 but 1952 differs in key points
On the eve of the 1952 Republican convention the Ike and Taft factions clash as in 1912. Differences include voter mood, convention seating precedents, and the Roosevelt split that formed a third party then, versus Eisenhower supporters backing the party ticket now.
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Vaccination Against Divorce Warns Doctor Crane
In a Q and A column Dr. George W. Crane urges premarital self analysis to prevent divorce. He recounts Tom T. a Marine recruit who wed quickly in San Francisco, was wounded in Korea, and faced a disruptive marriage due to his bride’s alleged infidelity and lack of savings. He promotes 100 point sweetheart tests and mailed requests for his psychological charts.
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MacArthur Keynote Splashes at Republican Convention
Gen Douglas MacArthur delivered a carefully prepared keynote at the Republican gathering in Chicago then returned to New York. The crowd reaction varied as delegates appeared divided while he praised and criticized the administration and hinted at possible future roles. He avoided naming Eisenhower or Taft directly but aligned more with Taft on foreign policy.
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Teachers' pets blamed as social danger in reform view
Mrs. L. E. Schneider, a Duluth psychologist and member of Minnesota Governor Anderson's Commission on Children and Youth, argues the well behaved, teachers' pets may harbor hidden mental illness. Mischievous youth are seen as normal outlets for frustration. She praises juvenile court and probation officials for focusing on keeping children well through treatment and facilities rather than punishment.
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Stars See Tomorrow Through Shifting Cooperation Tides
Genevieve Kemble predicts possible reversal of previous resistance and rising disputes that could escalate unless defused. A new plan may gain public and feminine support, yielding decisive action. For those with upcoming birthdays, lingering tensions could flare into conflict unless redirected into constructive effort.
Blue dye by riot law sparks satirical critique
The writer imagines a blue dye marking Communists caught in riots and critiques a color coded justice system. He jests about erasing dissent with color stains while noting constitutional concerns and the absurdity of color based law. He jokes about color schemes for various crimes and the risk of politicized branding.
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Hal Boyle on the Republican Convention in Chicago
Wilbur Peeble reports fast moving events at the GOP gathering in Chicago. Delegates clash over candidates, distractions flare at a night club, and campaign buttons reveal fractured loyalties while costs rise, with a plea for more money as milk hits 36 cents a glass.
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Washington Scenes on Sex, Harriman, and a Washington Post
George Dixon reports on a Capitol hearing where congressmen discuss risqué periodicals in a tightly controlled room. The column riffs on Rep Ezekiel Gathings and Rep Katharine St. George, then shifts to Harriman for President rumors and a journalist's critique of press releases from the financier's office.
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Forecast of a Child's Character and Achievements
A dated astrological fragment notes that tides could rise to real achievement with favorable interest. It predicts a child born today will be aggressive and bold yet also display sweeter, sentimental, and kind expressions.
Eagle Ten Dollar Coin In U S History
The eagle was the long running popular name for the ten dollar bold coin in United States currency. The passage notes its use spanned many years before being discontinued.
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Bach Term Coined 1795 to 1934 Master of Masters
The term related to Bach was coined in 1795 and used until 1934. He is called the master of masters because his compositions inspired many later musicians including Mozart, Beethoven, and Chopin.
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Convention Telecast Sparks Mixed Reactions
A letter comments on last night’s convention coverage noting long speeches and repeated ads interrupting taft Ike debate. The writer calls for better speaker identification and criticizes TV’s role while praising overall telecast quality and potential reforms.
Hormones and Headache Causes in Medical Insight
The doctor explains hormones, their glands, and synthetic preparations. It outlines thyroid, pancreas, adrenal, and sex hormones, plus cortisol and adrenaline, with notes on diabetes and Addison's disease. The piece then surveys various headache types including stress related, allergic, and migraine, stressing careful history and trigger tracking.
Aunt Molly Harmsworth Reflects on Timing and Loss
Aunt Molly Harmsworth recalls how her husband faced trotters during lean purse years and died before purses improved. She notes people do everything at the wrong time and adds a wry comment about perhaps enjoying a new hat in better times.
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