Illinois GOP Convention Faces Big Issues in Decatur
Editorial argues the Illinois Republicans must address key reforms at the Decatur convention. It questions support for a new judicial amendment, tax system revision, short ballot adoption, and metropolitan area legislation, alongside routine delegate selections and endorsements. It notes Lincoln heritage and 1960 candidates will be part of observance.
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Decatur
Abraham Lincoln
Illinois
University of Illinois Alumni Association
University Board of Trustees
Republican Party
Chicago
Resolutions Committee
Former Gov Tom Dewey Bypasses National Convention
Former Republican presidential nominee Tom Dewey will not attend the party convention. He does not expect a draft and may be steering clear of renewed criticism at New Year events or political gatherings as lawmakers return from tours. Senator Kennedy predicts the next president will inherit many problems.
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Tom Dewey
Dirksen
Kennedy
Jack
Senate votes to drop college loan oath requirement
Senate moves to remove the affidavit disavowing membership in groups that advocate overthrow of the government for National Defense Education Act loan recipients. The bill would add criminal penalties for loan users who belong to such groups while preserving other safeguards. Critics say oaths curb inquiry and distrust openness.
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Senate
House
Communist Party
U.S
Eisenhower Eyes Rome Olympic Victory Amid Global Grit
The piece cites Eisenhower's expected Olympic win at Rome and comments on Adlai Stevenson issue that praises his prose. It notes Texas population rise to 9,494,895, compares Alaska, and mentions Rockefeller hinting at a 10 percent NY tax cut. It recalls a century-old rail fence link and mentions boxing racketeering rumors affecting Johansson Patterson bout.
Where Do We Go From Here After Eisenhower's Japan Visit
The article questions U.S. postwar policy after Eisenhower cancels the Japan visit and Japan's democracy fights amid protests. It notes leftist riots, Kishi's government at risk, and doubts about the U.S. security pact. It argues Japan seeks economic neutrality, NATO-like alliances reflect power, and stresses that U.S. strength is needed to deter more crises.
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Japan
Nobusuke Kishi
Moscow
Peiping
United States
U. S
NATO
Eisenhower
Front Runner Dark Horse biographers link two presidential candidates
Dave Felts reviews a Ralph Martin and Ed Plaut book on Hubert Humphrey and Jack Kennedy with Stuart Symington as the rival. Includes notes on Frank Silver, Yes We Have No Bananas royalties, and The Sound of Music rights. Also quotes the Duke of Edinburgh on British industry and a principal's memo on a national student directory scheme.
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Dark Horse
Ralph G. Martin
Ed Plaut
Doubleday
Hubert Humphrey
Martin & Plaut
Jack Kennedy
Massachusetts
Stuart Symington
Missouri
Los Angeles
Symington
Poolside Spotlight: Bikini Club Circuits
A swimmer known for a new Bikini bathing suit makes rounds of multiple swim clubs and pools. The scene centers on her poolside appearances and media attention as she visits venues in the circuit.
Puerto Rico's government funds major parties campaign
In Puerto Rico a 1957 law requires government funding for the three main parties during elections and in off years up to 75 000 or 150 000 dollars. The move aims to reduce moneyed influence and limit donations from employees while allowing campaigns to compete on equal footing. The island's 1956 turnout exceeded 80 percent with Popular Democrats leading, Statehood Republicans gaining, and Independistas losing ground.
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Commonwealth
United States
Secretary of the Treasury
Old San Juan
Popular Democrats
Statehood Republicans
Independistas
Roberto Sanchez-Vilella
Luis Munoz Marin
Popular Democratic Party
Sanchez
Puerto Rico
Munoz
Luis Ferre
Ponce
Statehood Party
Gilberto Concepcion de Gracia
Puerto Rican Senate
Congress
Island
Major Differences Rocky And Wendell Willkie Comparison
The piece contrasts Rockefeller's failed bid for the Republican nomination with Willkie's 1940 rise. It notes Rockefeller's lack of party support, Willkie’s backing from party leaders, and outlines Willkie's meteoric path from Wall Street lawyer to GOP nominee after a long balloting process culminating in six ballots.
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Washington
Rockefeller
Wendell L. Willkie
Republican Organization
Willkie
Wall Street
Commonwealth and Southern Electric Utility
Hugh Johnson
Harold Ickes
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Gallup
Veteran thanks area editors and Legion posts on May 30 memorials
A Chicago veteran writes a thank you note to Carbondale editors and local posts thanking Bob MacIntosh of the VFW and Legionnaires for support. He recalls decorating Donald H. Dufault’s grave in Marion on May 30, marks the 11th anniversary, and invites veterans to visit during the August department convention at Chicago posts.
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Southern Trindsan
S. C
Chicago
Bob MacIntosh
VFW Post
Legion
Donald H. Dufault
Rose Hill
Marion
Ill
Carbondale
James Cunningham
Astor St
Ml. P. S
Department
Is Everyone Pleased With His Taxes
Letter from Herrin Illinois argues residents are not truly satisfied with local taxes. Mrs Don Robinson of 1006 E Polk St urges citizens to speak out and unite to address perceived unfairness, noting a small turnout at a Taxpayers League meeting at City Hall.
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Herrin
Williamson County Taxpayers League
City Hall
Don Robinson
E. Polk
St. Herrin, Ill
Saturn Superbooster Passes Static Test
Huntsville Alabama AP reports Saturn's superbooster passed its first nine static tests at Marshall Space Flight Center. Dr Wernert von Braun says the final test concluded Wednesday and the next test series starts in August ahead of Cape Canaveral planned 1961 launch.
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Huntsville
Ala
Wernter von Braun
Saturn Project
Marshall Space Flight Center
Cape Canaveral
Fla
von Braun
Larson elected president elect of American Medical Assn
Dr. Leonard W. Larson of Bismarck North Dakota, a leading pathologist, was named president elect of the American Medical Association. He will assume the office at next year’s meeting in June in New York City.
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AMA
Miami Beach
Fla
Leonard W. Larson
Bismarck
N.D
American Medical Assn
New York City
Wind River Indian fined for speeding in Riverton court
Moses Fast Wolf, an American Indian from the Wind River reservation, was fined $12.75 in Riverton police court for speeding. The case was handled in Riverton, Wyoming.
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Riverton, Wyo
Wind River Reservation
Riverton
Moses Fast Wolf
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