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Amazing Truman Gains Narrow Election Lead Amid Poll Skepticism
The article notes President Truman holding a tenuous lead after a volatile election night, despite polls predicting a close race. It contrasts Truman’s momentum with Dewey’s method, questions poll accuracy, and mentions broader issues shaping votes, including Taft-Hartley and domestic prosperity.
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New York State
Literary Digest
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The Compliment Club for Popularity and Confidence
Dr. George W Crane explains a method to boost popularity and reduce self consciousness through a 30 day Compliment Club. Participants give three genuine compliments daily, becoming social detectives and improving conversation, with reported benefits of fewer stumbles in crowds and better interactions locally.
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Bradley calls for patience in era of tension over war and peace
Gen Omar Bradley urged restraint and patient pursuit of negotiation over war in Chicago. He warned against alarmist predictions, stressed a long term U.S. military policy, and argued peace remains possible through discussion within nations. He warned that sensationalism harms negotiation and urged continued talks with Russia to avoid drifting into conflict.
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One Word Led To Another In Ballot Rhetoric
A satirical column mocks election day intimidation and partisan coaching. The narrator recalls feeling pressured by two large men offering guidance while voting, expresses independence as third party, and hints at a recount if Wallace loses. The piece critiques fairness, pressuring tactics, and political loyalties.
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Australian ambassador Oswald Makin Preaches, Paints in Washington
Washington based Australian ambassador Norman John Oswald Makin, a Methodist lay preacher and teetotaler, arrived with a socialite persona. he lectures at churches about once a month, hosts dinners with fine wines, paints watercolors, and favors quiet music. Born in Petersham in 1889, he spent 25 years in Australian Parliament, serving as speaker of the House and minister for navy and munitions, with two sons Harry and Lloyd in Melbourne.
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Unimportant Personal Note on Kisses and Health
A columnist dismisses a London Medical Press piece about kissing on both cheeks as trivial yet notes a wistful reminiscence of youth. He recalls romantic memories in Paris and questions whether kisses affect health, closing with a poetic line about a kiss and mortality.
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England
Science Journel
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Seine
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Bois de Bologne
The Stars Say For Thursday November 4
Genevieve Kemble forecasts a lively, fast moving day with ambitious plans. Caution against extravagance and overconfidence in personal and business dealings. A child born today shows enterprise but may be harmed by overextended ideas or deceptive schemes. Annual asparagus consumption in the United States is about 800 encrates.
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UN assembly urged prayers and help by church leaders
Pope Pius XII urges prayers for the United Nations assembly as Henry Wallace cites social tensions on his Southern campaign. The Rev Dr Fosdick recalls Justice Hughes as a man who lives in spirit and memory. Dr C Leslie Glenn warns that the atomic bomb would not be used if moral standards prevailed.
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Department of Justice
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Roosevelt
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Korea
Greece
Manchuria
France
China
Soviet Russia
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United Nations
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Jesus Christ
Charles Evans Hughes
Harry Emerson Fosdick
Justice Hughes
C. Leslie Glenn
St. —John’s Church
Washington
Five Decades In The Trenches Of Elections
Dave Regan writes from Middletown after decades of covering elections. He recalls working through the 1928 to 1948 cycles and the 20 year grind, noting the long night as Truman leads and the chaos of results. He mocks the frantic race, praises a loyal reader Frank Dobrozsi, and warns aspiring reporters to take a November vacation to escape the election grind.
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Gitlow’s life shows courage beyond ex-radical stigma
George E. Sokolsky discusses Ben Gitlow’s transformation from Communist leader to critic. The piece praises Gitlow’s sacrifice, notes his enduring work against communism, and challenges McFee’s doubt of ex-radicals while recalling Gitlow’s wartime shifts and later efforts with the American Jewish League Against Communism.
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America
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Cosmopolitan
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Lece Ture
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Giltrow
Benjamin Sechultz
American Jewish League
St. Paul
Final pre election Democratic meeting speaker Judge Pater
Hamilton Municipal Court judge Alphonse Pater spoke at the final Democratic meeting before election day. The Y M C A concluded its membership drive with 801 enrollments, surpassing the 800 goal. Brick paving works began on several alleys and streets, and sound waves are being tested as a potential anesthetic by directing a stream at the operation site to induce temporary loss of sensation.
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