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New Cabinet and German Red Army Question Looms
The piece discusses how Truman’s new cabinet may see resignations and who might stay, highlighting Brannan Tobin and Clark as likely to remain. It also covers the possibility of defense and state secretaries leaving, and warns of a developing German force in the Soviet zone with heavy weapons, echoing similar moves in Korea and the broader U.S. political mood as elections approach.
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The Worry Clinic: Dr Crane On Good Parenting
Joyce K. age five rides a Chicago bus with her mother. A driver misses the stop causing a rebuke from a passenger. Dr Crane notes environment shapes habits and morality. He cites Conradi sparrows raised by canaries to illustrate imitation. Parents must model good deeds and speech to raise decent children.
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Polling errors in a close election and their lessons
David Lawrence argues that forecasts failed across campaigns and polls due to misread undecided voters, timing gaps before late shifts, and unclear reasons for nonvoting. He notes Wallace voters returning to Democrats and Truman’s peace stance influencing results, urging caution about poll reliance in an Electoral College system.
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Oneonta as a Symbol of American City Life
Erich Brandeis argues Oneonta New York embodies America’s hope and future. He cites the city’s 100th anniversary and an editorial stating that a city’s future rests with its people, urging honor, welfare of others, and reverence to drive peace and prosperity globally.
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One Word Led To Another A World Citizen Satire
Arthur Baer mocks the idea of a citizen of the world through a humorous riff on a man renouncing American citizenship. He imagines a globe trotter occupying foreign doorsteps and city benches, provoking debates about belonging, borders, and reception on the steps of the United Nations in Paris.
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Questions And Answers on Historic Honors and Artifacts
The Order of the Purple Heart was established by George Washington on Aug 7 1782 with three non commissioned officers as the first recipients. Edmund Keene was the first actor to receive applause in Boston in 1821. The Rosetta Stone remains in the British Museum.
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The Voyager: Lincoln and Johnson rediscovered gems
Hal Boyle notes that beauty fades beside genius as 1947 and 1948 yielded rare unveilings. Lincoln papers opened and Samuel Johnson’s Boswell treasure surfaced, promising a fresh view of the era. Johnson, amid flaws, shaped an age of reason and influenced even Lincoln. The piece reflects on appearance versus impact and the enduring power of literary figures.
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Polls and Principles in a Turbulent Election Year
George E. Sokolsky argues that polls mislead and majority opinion does not decide truth. He defends individual principle over shifting trends, cites Dewey Truman races and Edison, and asserts voters must follow inner belief despite public sentiment. He warns history shows mass wisdom is rare and urges steadfast integrity.
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Christmas mood spreads through town as shoppers prepare
A quirky family scene ends with a six year old praying for Christmas luck. Middletown keeps Thanksgiving as the start of the season while neighboring towns glow with red and green displays. Merchants forecast a busy holiday ahead as storefronts fill.
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Genevieve Kemble Birthday Outlook for November 11
The Stars Say for Wednesday November 11 warns of possible obstacles and delays to firm plans but promises spectacular outcomes if plans are shrewdly organized. A radical change or new techniques can turn apparent failures into gains through originality and innovation across business, finances, or personal interests.
First English Noble Title Granted in America
The earliest English noble title issued in the American colonies went to the Native American leader Manteo, who was named Lord of Rana on Roanoke Island, North Carolina, in 1587.
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