Nixon Urges Nation to Decide His Political Fate
Sen. Richard M. Nixon appealed to the American public via a TV radio address to determine his fate on the Republican ticket. He urged the Republican National Committee to decide if he should stay or be dropped, saying he would abide by their decision. Ike replied by telegram that Nixon’s speech was magnificent and requested to meet him at once. The nation awaited the outcome as telegrams and calls flooded in.
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Stevenson Won't Reveal Contributors To Fund For State Officials
In Baltimore Adlai E. Stevenson refused to disclose names connected to a special fund meant to supplement pay for Illinois state officials. He defended the fund as necessary and pledged no personal benefit, while criticizing Republicans over inflation and living costs.
Westinghouse IUE Reach New Contract Pact
SCHENECTADY N Y The Westinghouse Electric Co and the CIO International Union of Electrical Workers reached a new contract with wage increases from 7 percent to 13 cents an hour an IUE spokesman announced today.
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Telegram flood backs Nixon as campaign pivots
Washington headquarters received thousands of telegrams praising Nixon after his radio TV address denying any wrongdoing and urging him to stay on the ticket. Republicans and several senators lauded the speech while Democrats and White House officials offered no immediate comment.
Stevenson fund dispute shadows Illinois politics
Brooks demands Stevenson withdraw from the presidential race over a private fund to aid state salaries. Mitchell rejects talk of withdrawal while Stevenson defends the fund as nonsecret and aimed at easing financial strain for appointees.
Hemingway Receives Cuban Gold Medal for The Old Man and the Sea
In Havana last night Cuba awarded novelist Ernest Hemingway a gold medal for his new book The Old Man and the Sea. The Cuban Tourist Commission praised the work as an outstanding achievement in Cuba’s behalf.
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Caudle Claims McGrath Said He Could Blow White House Sky High
Caudle testified that former Atty Gen J Howard McGrath allegedly said he knew enough to blow the White House sky high. He said McGrath blamed a White House clique for Caudle's dismissal as assistant attorney general last November. Caudle testified before a House subcommittee probing the Justice Department.
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West German Rearmament Talks Continue Amid Soviet Push
Washington reports indicate the Soviet campaign to block West German rearmament failed to derail plans for adding German forces to Western defense. Western diplomats note Bonn's Bundestag is likely to approve the European Defense Community treaty despite French fears.
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Man in Jail Over Unpaid Alimony After Mail-Wire Courtship
CINCINNATI Ohio area man Cameron Trent 61 Loveland refused alimony payments to Olga Julia Trent by mail after their June 1951 marriage. He said he would stay in jail until it rots and cited being broke from paying 30 dollars weekly as the reason.
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Man sentenced for homicide after dog name mix up
In Mexico City a man identified as Guadalupe Chavez was jailed for 15 years after he mistook a dog name Fierabras for an insult spoken by Castro and fired a fatal shot. The Supreme Court affirmed the prison sentence following Chavez’s appeal.
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No One So Says Who Started Fund Probe
A Justice Department probe into outside financial help for public officials sparks confusion over who initiated it. The White House first claimed credit regarding Nixon's $18,000 expense account, then denied involvement. DOJ offers no comment as McGranery shifts to studying relevant statutes, amid conflicting White House statements.
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Walcott Reverses Quit Plan for Marciano Rematch
Heavyweight contender Jersey Joe Walcott announces return from retirement just 14 hours after losing and says he will honor a rematch contract with Rocky Marciano. Manager Felix Bocchicchio confirms pursuit of the title rematch after Marciano’s Tuesday knockout win.
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Eisenhower Nixon Meet To Decide Nixon Status
Gen Dwight D Eisenhower and Sen Richard Nixon planned a Wheeling meeting to decide if Nixon remains on the Republican ticket. James Hagerty said the session was set after talks among William Knowland Sherman Adams and Arthur Summerfield. Nixon would fly from Missoula to Wheeling for the talks after a Wheeling speech. Eisenhower praised Nixon after his radio broadcast and a party telegram urged Nixon’s continued candidacy.
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Nixon's Speech Grips Eisenhower's Audience
In Cleveland 16000 listened as Nixon defended his $18000 private expense fund from businessmen while Eisenhower awaited his turn. Taft Bricker and a stunned hall watched, then Nixon’s dog story broke the spell and sparked applause as Eisenhower joined the stage.
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Taft Declines VP Bid If Nixon Suffered Ticket
Dayton Journal Herald reports Senator Robert A. Taft of Ohio said he would not consider being the Republican vice presidential candidate if Richard Nixon were removed from the ticket. Taft added he would have chosen General Douglas A. MacArthur if he had won the presidential nomination.
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Nixon finances probe sparks blistering Los Angeles rally
Report from Los Angeles describes Nixon addressing a crowd with a fierce posture. He defends honesty in politics and critiques overreliance on lengthy speeches while noting inflation concerns and his campaign presentation limits. Mamie Nixon is mentioned as watching the TV feed. General Eisenhower appears on stage with remarks about courage.
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Eisenhower Addresses Crowd On Government For All Americans
At Ironton a large crowd gathered to hear Eisenhower declare the federal government should serve all Americans, not a single class. He contrasted the administration with the Republican Party, saying the former seeks votes by pitting groups against each other.
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Red Troops Repel Raid on Kelly Hill
Allied infantry with Puerto Rican units repelled a Chinese assault on Kelly Hill on the Western Front in Korea. The fight, described as bitter close combat, shifted to a fierce artillery and mortar duel as B26 bombers pounded Communist supply lines. General Clark arrived in Seoul to confer with Van Fleet and others.
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