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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1952
Page
2
Dr Wayne C Enderby coroner reports a man identified as Cumber was found lying in marsh land four days after disappearing from Brown County Home. He was taken to St Vincent's Hospital and later revived then transported under guard to the hospital as officials described his condition and investigation.
Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower consolidates control of the Republican Party by selecting Arthur Summerfield of Michigan as national chairman. Summerfield vows to lead the general election campaign with Eisenhower, while a strengthened national committee pledges close coordination with state chairs and auxiliary committees. The move aims to heal post‑nomination rifts and organize support for the November race including Dewey's role in New York.
Washington July 12 AP three foreign policy programs emerge from election year debate. The administration defends current world security aid and containment, the Republicans push rapid buildup and aggressive stance, while Congress seeks cuts to curb costs. All favor world security but differ on scope and methods.
Hundreds of telegrams flooded Nixon headquarters in Chicago celebrating his selection as Eisenhower’s running mate. News from the convention notes some regret he may leave the Senate, while supporters praise a young aggressive campaigner to appeal to young voters. Skepticism about a possible deal circulates among critics.
Congress sharply trimmed Europe aid from 85 to 29.5 percent and Asia from 21.4 to 55 percent, singling out India as a target. Both Houses rejected further For mosas cuts while the administration said Europeans advance collective security. Republicans pledged to push security development without meddling or imperial aims, and a provision was approved to force European nations to unify and efficiently use aid before more dollars flow.
Two Democratic candidates for the presidential nomination assailed Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Republican leadership. Sen. Richard Russell of Georgia faulted Eisenhower on farming and fiscal policy while Sen. Robert Kerr of Oklahoma said the Chicago convention chose the least Republican possible. Kerr condemned convention tactics as misleading and corrupt. Truman aides described a strong fair deal line and a fighting fall campaign, with attention to preconvention maneuvers. Vice President Barkley forecast not strong enough GOP ticket and pursued nomination. Byrd faced Miller in Virginia as Democrats gauge Senate bids. The latest AP tally shows undecided and contested delegations with 28 votes to be chosen and 616 needed for the nomination.
Chicago dispatch details Democratic and Republican shifts as campaigns prepare for the July 21 convention. Taft staff depart, Russell’s camp organizes in Hilton Hotel space, Averell Harriman and Estes Kefauver set HQs, with Stevenson expected for a quick Chicago visit and Barkley McMahon slated for next week. Kerr will visit briefly before handling his campaign duties.
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