Electoral And Not Popular Vote Important In Tuesday's Election
James Marlow explains the U S electoral system 531 votes total 266 to win and how states like New York Illinois and the South can determine the outcome. He notes the 1888 Cleveland Harrison result and the likely split in 1948 with States Rights candidates Thurmond and regional Democratic defections.
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Washington awaits a new president and a vast housecleaning debate
The Nation Today notes Paris UN talks and looming changes after Tuesday elections. Dewey promises a sweeping Washington housecleaning if elected, targeting top aides, while rank and file workers face uncertainty. Truman supporters may see steadier staffing with no threats. The Capitol’s wooden inauguration platform signals a fresh start as history unfolds.
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Middletown to Vote on Five Year Tax Levy Proposal
City Commission of Middletown Ohio adopts plan to place a five year tax levy of 2.5 mills on property to fund current expenses. Voters on November 2 1948 will see ballots marked For the Tax Levy or Against the Tax Levy. Chairman Marvin D Clark and Deputy Clerk Mary O Connor McMahon announce notices with dates September 27 and October 4 11 18 25 and November 1.
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Legion and civic events outline evening meetings
The American Legion executive committee plans a 7 30 p m meeting at the Legion Home. Blythe Williams post will assemble at 836 Eighth Ave at 8 p m. Middletown Civic Symphony rehearsals are set for 7 30 p m in the Senior High School Music Room. Rev Frank James will speak at 7 30 p m at the Church of Ascension parish hall in Cincinnati.
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Eighth Ave
Middletown
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Cincinnati
Church of Ascension
Cancer Clinic to be Held at Middletown Hospital
Tuesday event at 7 p.m. at Middletown Hospital invites residents to attend a cancer clinic. The Local Unit of the U S National Guard will drill at 7 p.m. at the barracks.
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Hunter Clark Post VFW Meeting at Silver Leaf Club
The Hunter Clark Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will meet at 8 p.m. at the Silver Leaf Social Club. The gathering aims to discuss post affairs and upcoming activities.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Meeting at Silver Leaf Social Club
The Veterans of Foreign Wars plan a meeting at 8 p.m. at the Silver Leaf Social Club. Members and interested individuals are encouraged to attend this community gathering.
Fraternal Order of Fagles Meetings Set for 8 P.M.
The Fraternal Order of Fagles will convene at 8 p.m. at the hall to discuss upcoming events and lodge activities. Members are urged to attend for announcements and planning.
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Civitan Club to Host Noon Talk by International Past President
VFW Auxiliary to meet at 7 30 p m at the hall. Leroy Saur International Past President of the Civitan Club will speak at the Civitan Club noon meeting at the Manchester Hotel.
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Meeting of Spanish American War Veterans Postponed Indefinitely
The Spanish American War Veterans group announced the postponement of its next meeting due to the ongoing elections. No new date has been set.
Middletown Cooperative Club Meeting Report
The Middletown Co operative Club meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Manchester Hotel. Chester Skillman will present a report on the District Convention held in Detroit.
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Holy Trinity PTA Meeting Postponed to Wednesday Evening
The Holy Trinity PTA meeting is rescheduled to Wednesday at 8 p.m. in the school. Louw Jacobson district governor of International Rotary will speak at the noon Hotel meeting.
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Middletown Aviation Club Meeting Plans
The Middletown Aviation Club will gather at 7 30 p m in the airport classroom to view pictures taken on recent trips by several members.
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