Lucas Faces Rough Senate Future as Democratic Leader
The public career of Scott W. Lucas, Illinois Democrat and Senate majority leader, is a tale of tribulation. He commands about 54 Democrats yet sits under a hostile Republican and Southern bloc, with limited support from crossovers, as he battles to align a fractious chamber with President Truman’s aims.
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Scott W. Lucas
Illinois
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Truman
Lucas
Congress
Four Year Old UN Faces Real Peace Promise
The United Nations, born from the 1945 San Francisco charter, has grown but not yet secured world peace. While disillusionment exists, authors urge trust and continued support, viewing UN progress as a quiet, steady maturation toward its goals. Also noted are Illinois lawmakers debating a vivisection bill with strong opposition and renewed prospects after recent sentiment and lobbying.
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World Organization
San Francisco
General Assembly
London
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WU. N
No nation yet produces atom bombs says expert
No other nation has been able to produce an A bomb nor, so far as we have heard, even a B or C bomb.
Insects Takeover Imagined as Trial World Rule
Quirky political satire imagines insects seizing control as a temporary experiment. The piece treats the notion as a provocative what-if scenario and explores human governance under alien rules.
Bromfield Sees GOP as “True Liberal Party” Again
Novelist and columnist Lewis Bromfield argues the Republican party could be the true liberal party once more, dating the first occurrence to 1856.
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Lewis Bromfield
Republican invective shadows Illinois leadership change
The Illinois Republican state central committee met in Springfield and delayed naming a new state chairman until June 18 while drafting a resolution praising Republican lawmakers in the 66th General Assembly. The document criticizes Adlai Stevenson for adjournment and recalls past Republican governors, arguing highway funding must come from taxes if no new sales tax is approved.
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Springfield
Paul C. Rosenquist
Senate
House
66Th
Illinois General Assembly
State Central Committee
Adlai E. Stevenson
Illinois
Stevenson
Republican Committee
Wash
Dwight Green
General Assembly
Green
Richard Yates
Republican State Central
Adlai Stevenson
Dwight H. Green
Romeo and Juliet Altered in Modern Balcony Scene
A playful reflection notes that methods of love making have evolved over six centuries and suggests the famous balcony scene might unfold differently in a contemporary cinema setting.
Family Plans for Summer Fishing Trip and Beach Visit
A family outlines summer plans to visit a fishing lake with papa and the kids, followed by a next year trip to a sandy beach for swimming with mama.
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Mama
Papa
Wisconsin Senate Approves Lab Animal Measure for Public Pounds
The Wisconsin senate last week gave final approval to a bill allowing medical institutions and schools to obtain animals from public pounds for laboratory experiments. A similar Illinois bill failed amid lobbying and heated debate. The Wisconsin chamber had earlier rejected a dog testing bill by 17 to 10 before forcing a reconsideration.
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Wisconsin
Illinois
Wisconsin Senate
Miners face three day week under John L. Lewis
John L. Lewis limits union miners to a three day week but hints at occasional night shifts for extra pay. He leaves room for limited overtime if workers show willingness to take shifts. The policy reflects wartime era labor concessions and union leadership tactics.
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John L. Lewis
John
Unemployment Peaks at Seven-Year High in June
In June unemployment rose to a seven year high as college graduates face an abundance of job offers but struggle to select among them. The job market shows more openings while graduates weigh options before committing.
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Mr. Lucas
Senate
Marcel Proust
Mr. Taft
Claude Pepper
Senators Wagner and Glass Retire Amid ill health and age
The piece notes Senator Robert F. Wagner of New York resigning after extended illness and Senator Carter Glass of Virginia holding his seat until death in 1946. It highlights Wagner's Wagner Labor Relations law and Glass's prior role as secretary of the treasury, with calls for retirement laws and reflections on Congress's authority to judge its members. It ends with a speculative remark about future temperature control technology.
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Robert F. Wagner
New York
New York State
Carter Glass
Virginia
Senator Glass
Glass
Wagner
United States
Treasury
Senator Wagner
Congressional
House
The
Congress
Lawyer deft cross examination avoids lisp during Hiss stand
The attorney questions Mrs. Hiss without a lispy speech as she testifies, keeping hearings clear. The moment underscores courtroom focus on the witness during the ongoing trial.
Morbidity of crowds at drowning scene sparks appeal
A photographer questions crowds lingering around a drowning scene as bodies are recovered. Rescue crews face delays as bystanders ignore police appeals and obstruct ambulances, highlighting the need to keep roads clear to save lives.
Truman Eyes 14 Cent Wage Hike to End Hawaii Strike
President Truman expresses hope that Hawaii strike leaders accept a 14 cent per hour wage increase and warns against needing to invoke the Taft Hartley act again. He stresses the potential use of federal power if talks fail.
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Truman
Objections to Red and Blue in the American Flag
A humorous note questions the symbolism of red and blue in the flag suggesting critics might prefer a white flag for surrender and defeat. The remark playfully contrasts colors with meanings and imagines critics choosing surrender.
Harvard Observatories Disclose Two New Comets This Week
Harvard College Observatory staff report two new comets found within a week. The second, 13th magnitude, located in Cygnus, is named Bappa Bok Newkirk comet credited to Bart Bok Vainu Bappu and Gordon Newkirk. Director Harlow Shapley notes naming follows alphabetical logic.
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Harvard College Observatory
South Africa
Boston
Harlow Shapley
Cygnus
Bart J. Bok
Vainu Bappu
Hyderabad
India
Gordon Newkirk
Harvard
Shapley
Esquire’s early bow and the columnist verdict
Esquire magazine debuted during NRA days with sample copies sent to press columnists. Franklin P. Adams of the New York Herald Tribune praised its quality but noted its quarterly status. Esquire soon changed from a quarterly, while Adams, a lifelong daily paper man, warned readers not to expect big profits from any remaining issues.
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NRA
Franklin P. Adams
New York Herald-Tribune
The
World
F.P.A
Republicans See Humor in Truman Brother Hay Loft Fall
On the Fourth of July observers note that the President's brother J Vivian Truman fell from a hay loft, a clumsy mishap that provoked amused commentary among Republicans while the President remained uninjured.
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J. Vivian Truman
Poem Reprint Prompted by Reader Donation
A writer notes a Reader’s clipped dollar accompanies a poem printed widely without profit to the author. The author plans to mail a copy of the poem and return the dollar as a playful reminder not to overuse the same verse.
Virginians and Other Notes in a Lively Review
William Rose Benet recalls Vachel Lindberghs long verse and salutes The Virginians Are Coming Again in the Saturday Review of Literature. The piece also mentions The Congo General William Booth Enters Heaven and provides social quips on Iced Tea Week and a forthcoming book on Party Games.
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William Rose Benet
Saturday Review of Literature
American Mercury
Vachel Lindsay
Congo
William Booth
Maggi McNeillis
Hubie Boscowitz
Saturday Review
Lutheran Evans
Librarian of
Congress
Robert Hillyer
Ezra Pound
Evans Library of Congress
Fourth of July Gratitude Echoes Across Independence Day
A light humorous note marks Independence Day as Americans celebrate freedom and reflect on their blessings. The following day brings a playful touch about counting fingers, underscoring a festive, carefree mood across communities.
Harvard finds another comet but alumni want a pigskin star
Harvard reports the discovery of an additional comet while alumni would prefer a new football star over celestial findings. The lighthearted clash shows campus pride and sports fever amid astronomical news.
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Harvard
Federal funding for new highways tied to national defense
The piece argues that eventually the federal government will construct essential highways to replace worn-out concrete slabs and will fund the project as a national defense measure.
Attorney General Tom Clark Endorses J. Edgar Hoover
The text praises Tom Clark for expressing complete confidence in J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI leader, noting Clark as attorney general and Hoover’s boss, a stance admired by many Americans who may recall or overlook the relationship between the attorney general and the FBI director.
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Tom Clark
J. Edgar Hoover
Director Hoover
G-men
Senator Starved for Votes Faces Senate Re election Dilemma
The article portrays a senator pressured by political necessity into costly legislative forays. He clashes with President Truman over civil rights priorities and curbs on public expectations, risking loss of public support as he eyes re election. It notes White House pressure but emphasizes that legislative battles hinge on votes.
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Senate
Truman
Congress
Lucas
White House
Senate Leader Lacks Strong Rules and House Levers
The article contrasts Senate leadership with the House, noting the Senate leader cannot compel discipline or reward allies through swift committee assignments. It cites the absence of strict floor rules, limited control over debate length, and the independence of senators to speak on issues such as treaties. It also mentions the fragmented power within committees.
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Senate
House
United States
Department of Agriculture
Senate Leaders Frustrated Battle Over Civil Rights Filibuster
Senate Majority Leader Lucas faced intense opposition from Southern colleagues and liberal allies as he pushed to curtail filibusters and advance civil rights bills. Exhausted from the struggle, he was hospitalized for three weeks as supporters and critics weighed his efforts.
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Senate
Lucas
George
Georgia
Bass
Pro-Civil Rights Press Was Heard Intoning That Mr. Lucas
Shifts in Leadership Across Congress Referenced in Commentary
The piece contrasts leaders like Senator Taft and Senator Barkley with Mr. Lucas, noting Taft's iron discipline during 1947 48 and Barkley's resigned humor during Truman's early presidency. It frames eras of postwar power shifts and presidential transitions shaping party dynamics.
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Lucas
Senator Taft
Ohio
Barkley
Kentucky
Truman
Morever
Taft
Franklin D. Roosevelt
White House
The Enigma of Senator Lucas in Senate Drama
The narrative portrays Senator Lucas as a heated, typecast figure who warned early about the armistice, clashed with Democratic majorities, and sometimes alienated colleagues with a vehemence in debate. His tall, hawklike appearance and dramatic delivery shaped perceptions of his leadership.
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Senator Lucas
Lucas
Senate
Senator Lucas Faces Hostile Leadership Critics
The senator, famed for fierce partisanship and Chicago-area roots, reacts with bemused resilience to attacks on his leadership. He remains committed to Truman’s program and aims to persuade, then challenge Administration measures in the Senate.
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Chicago
Truman
Senate
Lucas Advances in Senate Leadership From Havena Roots
The article profiles Lucas a longtime Democratic leader, noting his steady ascent to majority leadership at fifty eight, after serving as Democratic whip and previously in the House. It highlights his noncreative, determined style and rapid rise from Havena Illinois since 1934, with a law degree from Illinois Wesleyan.
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Lucas
Majority
Senate
Head
Washington
Havena
Ill
House of Representatives
Illinois Wesleyan University
A Model Politician Who Stands Against Toadyism
A portrait of a congressional leader praised for patient goodwill toward Southerners yet firm with extreme colleagues. The piece highlights his family ties, club life, hunting and poker interests, stance on civil rights, and rare public grumbling, comparing him to a baseball player who never argues with the umpire.
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Senate
American Legion
Poetic Navigator Soothes Transatlantic Passengers
New York AP reports navigator Callan B. McNeely of American Overseas Airlines entertains transatlantic travelers with rhymed flight reports. He writes verses to mark occasions from war brides’ westbound voyage to delays caused by mechanical trouble. McNeely, from Duluth Minnesota, studied medicine before joining aviation, serving in the Air Transport Command during the war.
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NEW York
Callan B. McNeely
American Overseas Airlines
Europe
the Airways
McNeely
Duluth Minn
University of Minnesota
American Airlines
Cincinnati
Air Transport Command
Burglars Die in Bangkok Raid Near Rama VI Bridge
Five burglars were shot to death after police rushed a Bangkok burglary in Siam. An informer alerted authorities and the raiders were killed during the ensuing struggle near the Rama VI bridge.
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Thailand
Siam
Rama VI
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