Truman Endorsement Shifts No Delegates Yet in Democratic Split
In Chicago on August 12, the editorial argues Truman's backing of Harriman alters sentiment rather than votes. It notes no delegate switching to Harriman has occurred and discusses implications for Stevenson, civil rights planks, and southern support. It suggests Johnson or Symington as ideal running mates to win the South.
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Washington
Confidence Grows for Democratic Victory in 1956 Convention
Chicago reporters describe a buoyant Democratic mood as the party eyes the presidency and Congress. They cite strengthened organization since 1952 and 1954 gains, plus hopes tied to farm policy, public power, and minority votes. Concerns center on Eisenhower health, Nixon influence, and doubts about a willing president aligned with backers.
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Democrats vow strong small business plank in 1956 platform
The Democrats plan a forceful small business plank highlighting loans at reasonable costs tax relief through graduated business earnings taxes and more defense contracts to small firms. It calls for anti monopoly enforcement and a permanent small business agency to safeguard interests and spur private enterprise.
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Truman’s endorsement boosts Harriman in Stevenson fight
Column argues Truman’s backing of Harriman harms Stevenson by risking alienating independents. It suggests Truman’s missteps could aid Eisenhower and notes Missouri’s Senator Symington questions the Harriman move while Stevenson leads the field and should win the nomination based on precedent.
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Missouri
Housing Shortage Survey a Necessity
City officials warn Syracuse faces a housing shortage for large families and bias against race. A new survey is urged to measure the emergency, as the $5.35 million public housing plan would meet less than half the need, displacing “good” families into poorer areas. Landlords should report vacancies to Relocation Director Robert Hale to ease pressure.
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Hale
Indiana man named typical stockholder by NYSE survey
A New York Stock Exchange survey labels a 48 year old Indiana man as a typical stockholder. He is married with two children, earns under 7500 dollars, and holds six blue chip stocks in finance communications construction mining automotive and utility. He owns a home and car and spends time in Florida each year with his wife.
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New York Stock Exchange
Indiana
Florida
Eisenhower Signs Experimental Flood Insurance Act
The article notes President Eisenhower signed the Federal Flood Insurance Act amid disaster fears and a looming hurricane season. It outlines a 60 40 premium subsidy split for three years, with states sharing federal support later, and mentions industry expectations of eventually private operation.
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Senate
House
The Right Note Between Neighbors
A Canadian newspaper praises U S Canada relations noting ten year GNP growth and a projected population of 16 million. It argues U S gains justify competition and Canada must face the future with courage and realism, with a hopeful, nonconfrontational tone.
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Canada
Chicago of Yesterday by Frederick C Othman
A nostalgia filled reminiscence of old Chicago with anecdotes about Mayor Big Bill Thompson Capone and a water walking imposter. The writer recalls lunches at conventions, threats from criminals, and daily life along Michigan Avenue as he vows to focus on Chicago as the main subject.
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Frederick C.othman
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Bill Thompson
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NATO viewed as limited military pact says Stevenson
Adlai E. Stevenson argues NATO is only partly a military pact and a voice for the Atlantic community. Dag Hammarskjold refuses to discuss private talks with Soviet leaders, stating he never discusses discussions.
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Adlai E. Stevenson
NATO
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Nikolai Bulganin
Nikita Khrushchev
The Hardest Task
Sketches By Ben Burroughs contemplates life as a series of tests and duties. It notes the struggle of daily work illness and the choice to persevere with faith and strength. The piece reflects on patience and fate as the wheel of fortune turns.
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