Kefauver Trails Stevenson in California Primary Fight
The California results show Estes Kefauver losing to Adlai Stevenson, ending Kefauver’s bid for the Democratic nomination. Stevenson leads, with possible upsets from Harriman or Symington in late ballots. Kefauver’s appeal remains mainly regional, while Stevenson’s front runner status solidifies as the primary race narrows.
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Rudolph Halley
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South
Pennsylvania
New York
Ohio
Americans For Democratic Action
Unattainable Goals Met by Human Resolve Across Feats
The piece reflects on Everest climbs and the four minute mile proving unattainable limits can be surpassed. It attributes gains to human courage and dedication, noting technology aids but credits people for victories. It also contrasts with peace goals, stressing personal resolve as the key driver.
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Mount Everest
From Throne to Payroll ex king Michael seeks labor work in Romania
An ex king of Romania named Michael has taken a job with an American aircraft company after losing his lifelong crown. The employer will not disclose his pay, stating only that it will be more than he earned before. This marks Michael's first job outside royalty, prompting questions about royal compensation in the modern labor market.
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Romania
DeWolf Hopper
Peggy Hopkins Joyce
Mars
Venus
Free private enterprise supports representative government
In Terre Haute Indiana the Tribune Star quotes a grassroots opinion arguing that free private enterprise is the foundation of democracy and that government involvement in business weakens that base. The column warns against government meddling in enterprise as a threat to liberty.
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Feeling Lonesome by Robert C Ruark
Column reflecting on friends who have died, recalling Charlie MacArthur Owen Brennan Tom Caplinger Louis Calhern and others with humor. The tone celebrates a lively afterlife among a rough band of well known personalities and ends with a defiant note about joining the departed in an eternal, playful gathering.
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Bugs” MacArthur
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Gish Sisters
Joe DiMaggio
Gertrude Niesen
Tallulah Bankhead
Paul Douglas
Will Tito survive Moscow talks and Western shifts
Yugoslav leader Tito pursues independent path amid Kremlin overtures and regional Communist shifts. Moscow disowns Cominform ties, but Poland Hungary Bulgaria Romania and Albania remain Moscow loyalists. Tito’s aim is to balance Western, Soviet and Asian blocs while maintaining independence. Shel don Mills profile notes his long diplomatic career and current posting in Afghanistan.
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The Truman Scandals book sparks civics reflection
A Washington review lauds Jules Abels The Truman Scandals, noting its reliance on congressional records and press reports. The piece highlights figures like Matt Connelly and Joe Nunan, and argues liberalism and corruption are intertwined in Truman era politics. It cautions readers about tax fraud cases tied to internal revenue officials.
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Defense and diplomacy quotes from Washington and Moscow
General Partridge warns the United States cannot spare effort on defense against Soviet ICBMs. Representative Cooley urges the administration to inform both the committee and the American people about trade with Russia. Marshall Tito notes Soviet initiatives have reduced global tension in recent years.
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Earle Partride
U. 6
Harold Cooley
Russia
Moscow
Marshall Tito
New Castle Motor Club shines in county history
The New Castle Motor Club boasts 7008 members with nationwide travel coverage. For a few dollars yearly members receive roadside assistance, towing, tire changes, an insurance death benefit, air travel reservations, and a long history of service to Lawrence County residents.
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New Castle Motor Club
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Canada
New Castle Club
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Motor Club
Ban on smoking at Democratic convention sparks debate
A New Jersey delegate backs a smoking ban for the Chicago sessions while others joke about the era of smoke filled rooms. The page mixes quips about presidents, dogs, a cat saved from an auto fan belt, and a high speed French pilot with light local anecdotes.
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New Jersey
Chicago
Grandpappy Jenkins
Try And Stop Me By Bennett Cerf
Hale and hearty at eighty George Moore, famed Irish novelist, explains his health is from avoiding smoking drinking and courting before age eleven. In another vignette the Elbogens’ new maid waters a hanging plant while Mrs. Elbogen checks it, causing a muffled thud on Mr. Elbogen's head.
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George Moore
Mr. Elbogen
Stamp collecting craze bogs down shoppers and sellers
Washington columnist recalls childhood and a growing stamp trading boom with green stamps from 1960s stores. He notes 200 stamp companies, $15 per 5 000 stamps, and plenty of merchandise rewards while merchants and customers clash over stickers and pricing.
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Washington
St. Louis
Fairly Spoken On Divorce And Civility
Margaret Latrobe argues the so called friendly divorce mocks true vows and family bonds. She recalls past norms and questions whether civil, casual separations can ever be genuinely ethical or tasteful.
Dual Personality In A Growing Girl By Edgar A Guest
The poem contrasts a childlike girl who will defend herself in rough play with a refined maiden at social events. It traces transformation from childhood to adolescence around age twelve or thirteen, noting changes in dress, behavior, and competition. The speaker muses on which stage he prefers, acknowledging both the happy child and the developing lady.
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