Editorial Review and Opinion Thought for Today
Editorial notes quote about friendship and giving by Fuller. It recalls Herbert Hoover’s 1952 convention remarks and his 82nd birthday, noting Hoover as the longest living ex president in 119 years and comparing past leaders. The piece defends conservatism and warns against fascism and economic tyranny while praising freedom.
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Fuller
Madison
John Quincy Adams
Hoover
White House
Brannan
Six Senators and 35 Representatives voted in every roll call
In the 1956 session of the 84th Congress six senators from different states voted on every Yea-and-Nay. The six were Henry M. Jackson Edward Martin Richard Neu Berger Frederick G. Payne Margaret C. Smith and John J. Williams. In the House thirty five members were recorded on every vote this year with sixteen repeating last year, including both Democrats and Republicans. Some lawmakers miss votes for various valid duties such as official business illness or committee work.
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Senate
Henry M. Jackson
Washington
Edward Martin
Pennsylvania
Richard L. Neuberger
Oregon
Frederick G. Payne
Margaret C. Smith
Maine
John J. Williams
Delaware
Sen. Payne
House
Bennett
Fla
Brown
Chelf
Harrison
Kilgore
Tex
Murray
Natcher
O'Hara
Reuss Wisc
Baldwin
Calif
Church
Holmes
Wash
Nicholeson
Mass
Ostertag
N. Y
Poff
Schenck
Ohio
Eisenhower
Congress
Public Forum: Readers Encouraged to Send Letters
The Register invites readers to submit brief signed letters on local, national, or community issues. Condensation is possible, names may be removed upon request, and the newspaper assumes no responsibility for statements.
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The
Register
Stassen Sees Nixon Return as VP for Political Gains
Harold Stassen says his aim is political rather than merit based on Nixon or Herter. He prefers Herter for broader votes and would back open conventions while denying opposition to Nixon if Eisenhower wanted him again. If Eisenhower dies or withdraws, the GOP would likely move the convention’s VP nominee to the presidency, to avoid a party split and protect public confidence.
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Stassen
James Marlow
Associated Press News
Washington
Harold Stassen
Richard Nixon
Christian Herter
Eisenhower
Nixon
Gov. Herter
Massachusetts
Herter
Congress
San Francisco
Paul G. Hofman
Wendell Willkie
Wage Demands by Lewis Signal New UMW Push
John L. Lewis, at 76, set to seek industry wide wage increases for United Mine Workers after the steel strike, targeting captive mines. The 60 day reopen clause on the August contract could spark renewed bargaining and a potential walkout similar to 1949 1950. Civil rights notes show Democrats avoiding a Senate fight, preserving Southern and Black support while stalling anti discrimination bills.
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Central Press Association
Washington
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
UMW
Lewis
Harry Moses
Ike's Health to Break Republicans in 1956 Race
Associated Press analysis weighs how an unexpected illness could topple Eisenhower from the GOP ticket and trigger a scramble among Nixon Knowland and a slate of governors and insiders. It notes potential contenders including Harold Stassen Christian Herter Goodwin Knight William Stratton Dan Thornton and Henry Cabot Lodge Jr while flagging limited Senate options and cabinet figures.
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Stassen
Herter
California
Goodwin Knight
Knowland
Arthur B. Langlie
Washington
William G. Stratton
Illinois
Colorado
Dan Thornton
White House
Senate
John W. Bricker
Ohio
Commerce
Herbert Hoover
Secretary of the Treasury
George M. Humphrey
Eisenhower
U.N
Henry Cabot Lodge Jr
Suc
How To Become a Big Ham As Told by Forrest Tucker
Forrest Tucker, noted actor, discusses acting through real experience and pain. He contrasts schools with burlesque training and recalls mentors, while reflecting on Broadway and TV life.
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Forrest Tucker
New York
Tucker
Barrymores
Walter Huston
Wallace Beery
Ronald Colman
Victor McLaglen
Paul Muni
Spencer Tracy
Billy Reed
Gran
Plainfield
Ind
Des Moines
Westtown
Mount Herman
Mass
Arlington
Bedtime's Best to Teach Talking Birds
New York bird psychologist Rene Gaspard advises owners on keeping pets mentally healthy and explains how birds learn words, respond to affection, and cope with social stress. He cites clients in entertainment and notes teaching timing, names, and addresses aids recovery if birds get lost.
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New York
Rene Gaspard
Gaspard
Midtown
Skitch Henderson
Fase Emerson
Ernie Kovacs
Arthur Godfrey
Ole
Gassard
Prayer for courage to choose hard right in civic life
A prayer by Luther W. Youngdad of Washington DC district court implores divine aid to resist easy wrongs, stand alone for purity, and be counted as a friend of Christ when voting in public and professional life.
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Christ of Nazareth
Luther W. Youngdad
Washington, D. C
District of Columbia
Military Men in News At Home and Overseas
Pfc Clarence S Davis 13 year old son of Mr and Mrs Holmes Davis Shady Spring joined the Army March 1955 and arrived overseas last January. Midshipman 2 C James Estep completed amphibious warfare training June 17 at Little Creek Virginia and plans time in Beckley with his family. Londa N Green fireman aboard USS Randolph left Norfolk July 14 for Mediterranean duty. Anthony Milkovich Jr seaman recruit completed basic training at Bainbridge Naval Center and reported to Oceana Virginia after leave. Steve J Peelish petty officer second class aboard USS Saratoga is part of the ships Caribbean shake down cruise.
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7Th Airborne Division
Germany
Pfc
Clarence S. Davis
Holmes Davis
Shady Spring
Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base
Norfolk, Va
James Estep
Reservoir Road
James F. Estep
Beckley
Randolph
Norfolk
Mediterranean
Londa N. Green
Londa E. Green
Beaver
Bainbridge, Mad, Naval Center
Anthony Milkovich Jr
Anthony Milkovich
Lanark
Mojave
Calif
A. Micherich Jy
Oceana
Woodrow Wilson High School
St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church
Uss
Saratoga
Steve J. Peelish
John Peelish
Raleigh
Caribbean
Case Records of a Psychologist The Worry Clinic
Dr George W Crane defends his Stutter triangle column and teaching clarity while addressing criticism from a state university psychologist. He explains his aim to simplify complex psychological ideas for readers including students and high schoolers. He cites his credentials and the value of accessible writing in psychology and medicine.
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Tom R
Byron
Focal University
Crane
Walter S. Hunter
Northwestern University
John S. Dewey
Dewey
Dr. Hunter
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