Truman Era Void Draws Attention to World Peril
The piece argues Truman's death and switch to Stevenson created an interim lacking a decisive commander in chief. It notes political doubts, cabinet squabbling, and foreign policy strains as allies reneging on commitments, while Eisenhower rises as a competing leadership figure.
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Deeds Recorded in Multiple Iowa Land Tracts
Deeds recorded involve Theodore and Mable Drake George and Maude Corwin Jesse Corwin with Christian Missionary Alliance in Fruitland tracts and lots in Moore's addition Willie Cole family in Fairport Harold Zesinger Marion Zesinger Helen Birkhofer Arthur Birkhofer to Chambliss in Moscow Lenora Powell Ralph Powell Muscatine area transfers J W Mark to Ralph Cole Wilma Cole Fairport parcel transfers and Omri Taylor City of Muscatine tract in section 21 76 2W and related lot transfers in Muscatine multiple transfers recorded across several townships.
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Arthur Birkhofer
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Norma M. Chambliss
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Nellie Wymer
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Franc’s Fall Strains Pinay Government and NATO Ties
Editorial warns the franc’s decline endangers France’s stability and NATO commitments as Pinay relies on limited American aid while opposition gears up for October. It notes reduced U S military orders, potential armament cuts, and political upheaval, with French citizens and tourists observing the currency plunge.
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UNIT DIED QUIETLY BURIED ON CAPITOL HILL
The piece debates Universal Military Training in an election year. Politicians warn against forcing training on civilians and favor optional, field learning during emergencies, while critics fear demobilization signals from Russia would trigger backtracking.
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Expect Report to Show Increased Living Costs in July
Washington reports the July 1952 consumer price index may show the biggest monthly rise since early Korea War days, possibly lifting the index toward 192 and triggering wage demands under automatic cost of living clauses. Analysts foresee June 15 index at 189.6 with drought-driven spikes in eggs and dairy.
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Room for Improvement in Presidential Machinery
LaCrosse Tribune notes a push for overhauling the presidential selection process to align with modern times stressing seriousness and efficiency. The editorial frames the issue as a call for reforms to update the machinery guiding leadership.
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LaCrosse Tribune
Sartorial Puzzle Across and Down Clues
A dense crossword puzzle with themed sartorial clues across and down. Entries cover garments hats and fabrics plus varied wordplay. Includes references to history geography and common abbreviations across numerous numbered slots.
Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune excerpt notice
Historical masthead snippet notes publishers and editors with the Journal and Tribune origins, dates of establishment, and subscription pricing details for mail delivery, along with a note about Associated Press content and the Des Moines business office.
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Submerged Puerto Rico Mountain Chain Would Rank High if Exposed
The submerged mountain range that forms part of Puerto Rico would be among the world's highest when not underwater. Scientists note its peaks rise far above the seafloor, suggesting a dramatic geological feature if it had emerged.
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Puerto Rico
England’s Auto Choke Referred to as Strangler
In England the automobile choke is called the strangler, a historic term used to describe the device that manually restricts air flow to the engine. The phrase appears in older mechanical writings and discussions of early automotive tech.
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