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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1950
Page
16
Walter Winchell reflects on New York City television bringing in new faces while veteran radio stars struggle for pay and relevance. He notes the medium’s cruelty, the pressure to look photogenic, and the tension between personal solitude and public exposure as video reshapes his sense of self.
Italian officials and church leaders gather as Rev David Cunningham hosts a dinner launching the Boys Towns Drive to raise funds for a church and school in the Boys' Republic of Italy. Notables include Msgr Carroll-Abbing, Carlo Dianny, and Mayor Thomas J. Corcoran.
Mrs Frank D Roosevelt wife of the late President told 1100 guests at Grossinger Country Club that the Korean conflict is a war in which all free nations and the United Nations must take part. She urged formation of a powerful UN force to thwart aggression worldwide.
Senator Taft campaigns for reelection in Ohio as observers see a tight race with labor mobilizing voters. Republican organizers press to widen lead while Democrats bolster opposition to Taft and his role in federal spending. In Petrolia Pennsylvania a refinery tank explosion injures one firefighter with a blaze under control.
Democratic women's headquarters in Washington outlines plans for a Democratic Women's Day on Sept 27 to raise funds with a nationwide rally in every district. Speakers include Eleanor Roosevelt Eugenie Anderson Perle Mesta Georgia Neese Clark Nellie Tayloe Ross Frieda Hennock and India Edwards.
Mrs Katherine B Tudhope of North Hero is named new vice chairman and has served in the General Assembly and State Senate, with memberships on the school board and State Health Council, reflecting broad public service.
The Progressive Broadcasting System plans coast to coast radio service starting around November 1. Larry Finley, president, announced the venture as top light entertainers headline many programs. News will be the exception with most shows originating in Hollywood. The network has applications from 235 stations and expects 30 by launch.
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