Preview of Nastiness at VFW Meeting Sparks Fear of National Polarization
The Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in New York exposed how campaign rhetoric fuels fear and disunity. Labor Secretary Tobin warned against hate mongers and McCarthy faced sharp questions about his claims on a State Department official and a Russian secret police link. The debate highlighted polarized views and calls for calm analysis before voting.
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United States
United” States
Kremlin
New York
Maurice Tobin
Truman
America
U. S. Senate
Joe McCarthy
Wisconsin
VFW
McCarthy
State Department
United Nations
Secret Police
Gustavo Duran
Duran
Spain
IRO
UN Secretariat
D.P
Eisenhower Faces Dilemma Over Europe Federation Plans
The piece argues Ike Eisenhower would be a loss to Europe and the free world if he rejects a Republican nomination. It notes European federalists pushing toward a European parliament and constitution, seeking unity to back the Atlantic Pact, with Ike praised as a federalist who could strengthen both the United States and Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ike” Eisenhower
United States
Europe
Free World
Federation of Europe
Eisenhower
France
U. S
U.N. General Assembly
Paris
European Union of Federalists
Mount Dora Youths Deserve More Activities and Better Facilities
A column laments limited options for local youth in Mount Dora. It cites a lack of after hours activities, a failing municipal pool, and ongoing sewage problems hindering a true Youth Center. The piece notes residents like Gladys Crane pressing for reforms while city councils delay.
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Mount Dora
Chamber of Commerce
Mel Wagner
Massachusetts
Florida
Leesburg
Venetian Gardens
Mel
Hadlock Fruit Co
Lake Gertrude
State Health Department
Spear
Florida Lakes
Boy Scout House
Gilbert Park
Gladys Crane
Mount Dora 4-H Club Receives City Themed Shirts
Members of Mount Dora's Boys 4-H club were gifted tee shirts bearing the city name and the green four leaf clover emblem. The presentation was made by the Kiwanis Club this week.
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SH Rts
Mount Dora
Kiwanis Club
New York a world city of wonder and challenge
A reflective ode to New York describing the metropolis as the theatre capital of the world and a melting pot where diverse people mingle. The piece extols arts, education, cuisine, and coastal beauty while noting grit and glamour and urging readers not to sell the city short.
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New York
Met
Fordham
Long Island
Manhattan
CCNY
Brooklyn
Columbia
New School For Social Research
Hudson River
Paris
Cairo
Joes and
Janes
You and I
This Is Fall and Weather Notes through the Week
A diary style entry recounts four days in early fall with vivid skies and changing moods. The author notes cool mornings near 75 degrees, sunrise and sunset scenes over Lake Dora, a mid afternoon shower, and a busy Sunday spent between home and office observing breezes and lake reflections.
Starvation Wages Drive French to Communism, Barnett Declares
William L E Barnett argues in a review of postwar France that low wages force workers toward communism. He notes that average French workers earn about $90 a month, facing heavy taxes and poor living conditions. Barnett highlights the Association of Young Manufacturers pushing fair wages, holidays, bonuses, and stock as recovery efforts. He cites Paris Figaro on ECAs policy linking factories, unions, and tech bodies to boost production and fair distribution.
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William L.E. Barnett
France
the Doran
Communist Party
Association of Young Manufacturers
E.C.A
Barnett
Paris
Figaro
Marshall Plan
Mount Dora Mayor Defends Parking Meter Policy
D F Crane states the city administration seeks to vindicate its stance on meters while acknowledging many opponents who still praise other council actions.
Kiwanis Honors Helpers for New Football Seats
Mount Dora Kiwanis club recognized workers who assisted in installing football field seats after underwriting the project last fall. Brown Builders Supply donated blocks, with R W Vincent and Slater Cox leading plans and construction. Additional volunteers included Gordon Dake, John Durham, Pat Partridge, Dan Spear, and many students, shop classes, and clubs. All materials were purchased locally.
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Mount Dora
Kiwanis Club
Kiwanians
Brown Builders Supply
R. W. Vincent
Slater Cox
Gordon Dake
John Durham
Bob Scogin
Horace Blunt
Jack Edwards
W. A. Vincent
Keith Davis
Pat Partridge
D. D. Sellers
J. M. Turner
George Morgan
James DeWolfe
Dan Spear
George Chaness
T. H. Scott
Frank Campbell
Lonnie Byrd
He Nester
W. R. Barbee
Edward Shereeed
H. L. Haynes
Archie Tucker
Arnold Haynes
Henry Beims
Tracy Kramer
Wayne Moon
Boy Scouts
Key Club
City Electricians
Kiwanis
Gordon
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Nias Ee
D.p.’S
Youth Council
P. Bronson
Orlando
Lake Dora
D. F. Crane
Dear Fletcher
Telegraph Hill
Richard Basehart
Valentina Cortesa
Chiropractic
N. Orange Ave
West Main
WM. P. Wingler
Lonnie Rigdon
R. M. Moore Jr
Eustis
Mr. Rigdon
Lonnie
The
Gudgeon Electric Co
Mr. Gudgeon
Mr. Moore
Mickey
Lenhart Electric Co
Highland Ave
A &M Electric Co
Ruth Gudgeon
Eas
Elia Donlevy - Tucker
Raines
Ireland
Ann Dovak
Jess James
Sicoraatai
Kathryn Ee Nto
Howard Keel
Stanistt
Young Raney
Coast Guard
Tomahawk Creek
Great Divide
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