New York Delegation Supports Rules Change At GOP Convention
New York State's Republican delegation voted nearly unanimously to back a rules change favored by the Eisenhower camp. Chairman Thomas E. Dewey and state leaders urged unity as some Taft supporters joined in backing the amendment to deny seating disputes a role in convention contests. The move aims to present a strong front on the presidential nomination and was approved 82 to 1 with two abstentions.
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Women pilots finish cross country Air Derby to finish line
The first of 64 housewives reached the 2700 mile Powder Puff Air Derby finish at Teterboro New Jersey with Isonel Mirrae and Betty McNeil leading. The six annual event by the International Organization of Women Pilots ends Wednesday with navigational ability as the key factor after crossings in darkness and varied weather.
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Back of the Yards Fair Promises Elephant and Donkey Prizes
Chicago readers learn the Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council fair opens Tuesday offering a seven son baby elephant as a prize and will give away a donkey during the Democratic National Convention starting July 21 to prove political neutrality.
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Martha and Mamie Eisenhower Campaign for Their Husbands
Mrs. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Mrs. Robert A. Taft campaign in support of their husbands for the Republican presidential nomination. They greet delegates and guests, with Mrs Taft overcoming a paralytic stroke to participate, while Mrs Eisenhower receives crowds and enjoys a song written for her, Mamie.
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Communists push for world peace council to draft German treaty
East Berlin delegates demand Western Allies and Russia negotiate a German peace treaty based on Potsdam terms. They call for a conference with four powers, oppose outside supervision of elections, and seek a ban on German participation in foreign alliances. A Japanese treaty and Korean armistice also urged. World Peace Congress slated for Vienna on December 5.
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Barkley Enters Active Candidacy for Democratic Nomination
Vice President Barkley declares himself an active candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination on the eve of the Republican convention. He plans to attend the Chicago convention July 21 and consult with delegates as he seeks support from Democratic leaders and friends nationwide. Senator Kefauver leads Minnesota campaigning while railing at GOP plans and urging nomination amid a cloud of competing contenders.
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Not His Wife Just Burglar
Eugene C. Long a salesman reports a burglar took his wallet containing 4000 in receipts from his trousers after he heard a noise and saw a man flee in a car while he was changing after reading a newspaper in his bedroom.
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One Mans Opinion by Walter Kiernan
Chicago Republicans open their convention with a large turnout and unusual rules. Kiernan notes delays, proposed compromises over Taft and Ike, and a brisk stockyard side window joke as delegates seek quick access to the smoke filled rooms. The piece hints Democrats arriving soon and Texans told to vote two wars and stay home on Election Day.
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Two Prisoners Killed Eight Wounded In Koje Island Riot
UN troops killed two war prisoners and wounded eight on Koje Island in a fresh flareup last week. Twenty eight other prisoners escaped, with 11 recaptured. authorities cited wire fences and mass escapes as guards locked down compounds 4-D and 4-E.
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Taft Golf Skills Strain Under Presidential Bid
Senator Robert A Taft of Ohio strains to shake hands for Republican presidential nomination. A friend notes he is swinging too hard and hurting his golf game as he balances campaign duties with sport.
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Fire Probers Push Slum Clearance Plan For NYC
A Brooklyn tenement fire that killed seven spurs a New York City push for 200 million dollars in slum clearance. A special committee, appointed by Mayor Impellitteri, notes 1000 acres of substandard buildings remain despite two billion in housing projects. The report aligns with Fire Commissioner Grumet’s annual findings on 1931 fire deaths and tenement blazes.
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Crusading Square Dance Evangelist seeks national revival
Alhambra California educator Big Jack Hoheisal arrived in Omaha for a dance festival to promote square dancing. He says the old time dance can cure many social ills and has saved marriages by giving couples a shared hobby. Hoheisal, a physical education supervisor, aims to spark a nationwide revival of square dancing.
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