Barkley withdrawal signals party power shifts in 1940s era
The piece argues Barkley’s reasons for leaving the Democratic presidential race mask deeper party dynamics. It notes labor influence on candidate selection, the targeting of northern cities versus Southern states, and a shift toward a cold, strategic approach that could affect future elections and legislation.
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Frank J. Sensenbrenner A Wisconsin builder of public life
Frank J. Sensenbrenner died at 87, a self made pulp and paper executive who rose in Neenah Menasha and shaped Wisconsin’s economy. He chaired the University of Wisconsin board of regents since 1945 and served on Marquette University and Lawrence College boards. A Catholic layman, he was named to the Order of St Gregory a quarter century ago and was regarded as a model citizen who combined integrity with public service.
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Wisconsin
Samuel Tilden
New York State
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Neenah-Menasha
University of Wisconsin Board of Regents
Marquette University
Lawrence College
Order of St. Gregory
Tragedy as Four-Year-Old Dies After Auto Struck
Milwaukee report states four year old Catherine Turkowitch was killed Tuesday after being struck by an automobile in front of her home. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Turkowitch.
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Milwaukee
Catherine Turkowitch
Conrad Turkowitch
Indictment of 28 Men Over War Effort and Local News Glimpses
A federal grand jury indicts 27 men and one worn July 23, 1942 in ten states for conspiring to break morale and obstruct the war effort. A sparrow disrupts rural Wisconsin Power and Light Co service for 37 minutes costing $34 in equipment. Dr. Winford H. Caradine, Albany native and former resident, dies after practicing dentistry in Moline.
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Grand Jury
Monroe
Wisconsin Power and Light Co
Winford H. Caradine
Albany
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Moline
White House Halted In Dixie Delegate Loyalty Battle
James Marlow reports on the Democratic convention fracas as Northern leaders push a loyalty pledge to bind Southern delegates. Southern resistance grows, threatening a party split as Civil Rights planks loom large and electoral votes hinge on unity.
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James Marlow
Chicago
Truman
Congress
Juda School Names Three Returning and Four New Faculty
JUDA Times reports Juda high school will welcome four new teachers this year while three staff from last year return. Returning: Charles Hub principal science and mathematics Rolland Nickels music and American history Thomas Daley agriculture and science. New hires: Barbara Paultz English and German Carolyn Mowbray home economics William Callahan physical education mathematics and science Constance Reglein typing shorthand citizenship. Hub and Nickels hold degrees from University of Wisconsin system and Milwaukee State Teachers College respectively.
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Rolland Nickels
Thomas Daley
Barbara Paultz
Brodhead
Milton College
Carolyn Mowbray
Weyerhauser
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Oneida Man Pleads Half Guilty to Disorderly Conduct
Anton King age 62 from Oneida pleaded half guilty to a disorderly conduct charge after admitting he struck his son in law William Johnson on the head with a hammer.
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Anton King
Oneida
William Johnson
Similarities Between Stevenson and Eisenhower in Contest
Chicago observers weigh Stevenson versus Eisenhower for the presidency noting shared West birth and plains residence, similar temperaments, and contrasting styles. Stevenson, a scholar from affluent circles, crafts speeches with drafts and embellishments, while Eisenhower excels in off the cuff remarks. Neither rose from the grassroots to top leadership.
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Guard Recovering at Waupun Hospital After Attack
Authorities at Waupun Memorial Hospital report Otto Brandt a 72 year old guard at Central State Hospital is in good condition after being attacked by a mental patient Saturday.
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Otto Brandt
Central State Hospital
Army Worm Invasions Not New for Area
J Newton Musser recalled a 45 year old army worm attack south of Juda. Farmers were advised to dig a furrow with a straight edge beside the field and place post holes to trap worms. Glancing Backward notes similar invasions 25 years ago.
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J. Newton Musser
Juda
Alger Hiss Loses Third Trial Plea
Federal Judge Henry W. Goddard denied Alger Hiss s appeal for a third trial on grounds no newly discovered evidence could alter a possible acquittal. Hiss, 47, is serving a five year term at Lewisburg Federal Prison after his 1950 conviction for perjury over State Department secrets allegedly given to Whittaker Chambers.
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Galli Knuebuehl and Erbe Named Cheese Judges at State Fair
Fred Galli, manager of the Wisconsin Swiss and Limburger Cheese Producers Association, Syl van Knuebuehl of Monroe, and Glen Erbe of Mt. Horeb will judge Swiss, brick and limburger cheese at the Wisconsin State Fair. They are slated to judge on August 7 and 8, with the fair opening August 16.
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Sylvan Knuebuehl
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Mt. Horeb
Delegates Cheer Mrs. Roosevelt at Convention Hall
Hoover and Eleanor Roosevelt command attention as they address rival delegations in Chicago. Hoover warns against excessive foreign aid and taxes while building a strong Air Force. Eleanor cites domestic fears and U.N. costs, recalling FDR’s Jefferson Day message and urging faith toward lasting peace.
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Herbert Hoover
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Norman Thomas Displays Badge Marking Confusion at Convention
Norman Thomas six time Socialist nominee for President showed a new badge at the Democratic National Convention. The red white and blue striped badge bore IAK with Thomas explaining the letters stand for I am confused and the K signifies how confused he is.
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Chicago
Norman Thomas
Socialist Party
Thomas
IAK
Dealer Pleads Guilty In Slaughter Case
In Oconto Wisconsin Leonard Aronson pleaded guilty to a meat law violation. A co defendant refused to testify saying it might incriminate him. Aronson bound over for circus court trial on unslaughtered dead animals. Alvin Winans also faced charges and claimed constitutional protection for refusing to testify. Two witnesses testified and his case was continued until Tuesday.
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