Wisconsin GOP endorses Dewey for president in straw vote
The Republican party of Wisconsin endorsed Gov. Thomas E. Dewey of New York as its presidential candidate next year. Harold Stassen of Minnesota placed second in the straw poll with 286 first place votes to Dewey’s 321, while General Douglas MacArthur ranked third. The one day convention, aimed at building Republican enthusiasm, drew the Associated Press coverage and noted Dewey’s refusal to commit to the race. Senator McCarthy leads Stassen’s faction in Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin GOP delegates weigh choices at presidential straw vote
National interest underscored party views as 321 delegates backed Dewey first, 286 Stassen, and 157 MacArthur, with second choices showing 197 for Dewey and 167 for Stassen. Third choices favored Vandenberg, Taft, and Bricker, amid motions to destroy ballots and a push for Taft-Hartley support. Delegates renominated Cyrus Philipp and Estelle Morrison. executive committee includes Tucker, Lewis, Hood, and Ganry among others.
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Milwaukee
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Wausau
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John U Kubly Dies At Wheel Of Auto
John U Kubly 78 of Monroe died from over exertion after weed cutting on his Clarno township farm when his truck stuck in a ditch. He slumped at the wheel en route to the road and died about 5 30 PM Saturday. He was born Nov 30 1868 and married Caroline Frautschy in 1894. The Kublys retired to Monroe in 1917 and were longtime farmers. Surviving include his widow two brothers five sisters and a son Clarence. Funeral services are set for Tuesday at 3 PM at Shriner Neushwander funeral home and 320 PM at Immanuel Evangelical Church. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery.
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Inaugural Pan American Clipper Tours Manila Stop
Manila hosts Pan American Airways round the world clipper with American publishers and editors aboard. The mammoth plane landed at Nichols Field after midnight from Siam and is set to depart at 7 am for Shanghai after a day of interviews banquets and sightseeing.
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Watchman Locked In Breaks Out With $500 Theft
A liquor store owner reported his night watchman fled after breaking out of the store. The man had been hired to guard the premises from closing until reopening. The theft included $500 in cash and merchandise. Police were alerted yesterday.
Fire Toll Rises After Markay Tanker Blast At Los Angeles Harbor
A massive explosion and fire aboard the tanker Markay at Los Angeles Harbor killed at least two and possibly 14 crew members. The 11,083 ton vessel, loading high octane gasoline, exploded in a triple blast, destroying docks and threatening nearby storage tanks. Fire crews from Los Angeles and Long Beach battled flames for six hours, while officials inspected the scene. Investigators weigh negligence claims against Keystone Shipping Co as 12 are listed as missing and about 30 injured.
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Storms Lash West Take 18 Lives in Wide Disaster
Storms across the West kill at least 18, leaving hundreds homeless as flash floods and blizzards strand travelers. Nebraska suffers heavy losses with Cambridge hit by a 12-foot flood surge. Beartooth Pass endures a 15-foot snow drift. Des Moines warns of rising floods as five inches of rain swell rivers.
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Neb
Edmund Rogers
Des Moines
Raccoon
van Meter
Hog Calling Bowing Out as Modern Art
The hog calling contest sponsored by livestock commission men drew entrants who blamed poor results on hogs choosing to eat out or sell feeders. Many losers cited being out of practice as their excuse in the annual event.
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Soviet Accepts Aid-to-Europe Plan Three-Way Talks
Tass reports the Soviet government accepts Britain and France invitation to join an aid-to-Europe conference. Foreign ministers from the United Kingdom France and the Soviet Union may meet in Paris on June 27 to begin discussions. Bevin Bidault and Molotov to continue talks following Marshall proposal.
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Illinois Man Hurt in Two Auto Crashes Near Monticello
Five people were injured in two separate weekend collisions on Green County highways. The most serious, Sylvester Regan, 62, Kirkland NL, suffered cerebral concussion, possible skull fracture, facial lacerations, and shock, remaining unconscious. his wife, Mrs Regan, had fractures and bruises but was conscious. Also hurt were Robert Searles, 20, Brodhead, with bruises. Mrs Searles, 21, brain concussion and facial injuries. Clinton Nall, Juda, with a compound nose and leg injuries, broken ribs, and chest injuries. The crashes occurred at 4 10 p m Sunday on State Highway 39 near Monticello.
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Babler
Senate Overrides Labor Bill Veto In 68 25 Action
The Senate overrode President Truman’s veto on the Taft Hartley labor bill by 68 to 25 a clear two thirds margin. The back page report notes the veto fight and outlines key provisions while warning courts will interpret the law for years. It highlights Truman’s appeal urging opposition to the measure and the political impact on Congress.
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U S May Be Forced Into European Economic Planning
Bona Diplomatic Reporter Washington The United States may enter planning for Europe econ omic future despite State Department veto as its role as occupier of Germany and partner with Britain shape the Ruhr. Russia's stance could determine if Washington stays aloof or leads a western Europe bloc.
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Six Die in Wisconsin Weekend Traffic Accidents
Six persons killed in Wisconsin over the weekend as summer travel swelled highways and lake traffic. A 13 year old, Robert Kimps, was struck while bicycling to church in Green Bay. A 3 year old, Robert Strickert, fatally hit near Milwaukee home. A dance crowd crash distracted by a tree on the northeast side of Milwaukee. Esther Werch, 46, of Ripon, died in a three car collision on Highway 41 in Washington County. Six others were injured. Jerome Baker, 9, drowned at Silverlake after the boat capsized. Joseph S. Martini, 30, of Rock died near Madison on Lake Waubesa when his boat capsized. companion Ralph Stewart clung to the craft.
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Green Bay
Robert Strickert
Milwaukee
Hile
Esther Werch
Ripon
Washington County
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Agnes Baker
Wisconsin Dells
Silverlake
Joseph S. Martini
Rock
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Rochelle, Srl
Martini
Unparalleled Opening Day in Japan Diet History
Emperor Hirohito formally opened Japan's diet under the new constitution as a guest of parliament. The body adjourned for two days and actual legislative work likely starts July 1. For the first time, citizens could directly present problems to the prime minister.
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Mrs Rosa Reuter Dies at 74 in New Glarus
Rosa Reuter 74 longtime Dane and Green counties resident died at 6 20 Sunday at her New Glarus home She was born May 14 1875 in Primrose township Dane County mar ried Charles Reuter June 22 1893 Survived by three sons Wesley Viola and William Clarence New Glarus two brothers Matt J Marty New Glarus and John Marty Hillsboro three sisters Mrs Paul New Gil Ginner and Mrs Lucius Smith Monroe 17 grandchildren and five great grandchildren Preceded by husband Dec 8 1933 three sons Roy Henry and one infant son and daughter Mrs Eugene Staley Funeral at 2 p m Wednesday at New Glarus Evangelical United Brethren church Burial Swiss Evangelical and Reformed Cemetery
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Monroe
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Milwaukee union officers convicted in contempt of court
The Milwaukee county CIO executive board offers aid to 26 Allis-Chalmers UAW CIO locals officers and members convicted Friday of civil contempt. Three officers receive five months in the house of correction, 19 get three months, and four are fined $200 each for defying a court order enforcing the state employment relations board during mass picketing at Allis-Chalmers. Cheese Producers Meet in White Building as Wisconsin Swiss and Limburger Cheese Producers' association directors plan this evening’s meeting.
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