Democrats Clash Over Peace Plank at Chicago Convention
A heated behind the scenes clash in Chicago centers on the peace plank for the Democratic National Platform. Senator Wheeler demands a strict neutrality pledge while President Roosevelt’s stance on avoiding Europe wars faces broader opposition. The controversy mirrors Philadelphia style splits and reflects public indifference to platforms as shown by Institute of Public Opinion polls.
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Farm Population Rises But Problems Multiply
The article notes a larger rural population as of January 1 reaching 32,245,000 in twenty four years, with a decade gain of 2,076,000 driven by births outpacing deaths. It discusses the challenge of agricultural modernization and the lure of relief in an exodus to farms.
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Rural Labor Outlook prompts conservation works program
The department predicts 400000 farm workers could be displaced by machines and tenancy and incomes fall as production rises without more labor and land. It estimates a broad rural conservation works program to aid displaced workers if urban lack of opportunity pushes farm population by 1950.
Churchill's Bold Speech Rallies British Spirits
Prime Minister Winston Churchill used Bastille Day to rally Britain for a prolonged war through 1942. He urged unity and endurance, emphasized air supremacy, and dismissed peace rumors while warning of supply shortages and the need to keep invasion at bay. Churchill as a unifying force signals a grim, determined course ahead.
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Washington Clears Way For Child Refugees
The article notes U S policy easing to admit about 13 000 refugee children from the British Isles by August 1 with visas on visitors statuses and corporate affidavits accepted. It discusses shipping limits and hopes to speed evacuations while mentioning political commentary on the 1940 election and Willkie.
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Alfalfa Bill Murray’s Final Oklahoma Race
W H Murray once Oklahoma’s first at large Congressman and famed as Alfalfa Bill enters retirement after a failed bid in the gubernatorial and congressional race. Once seen as a knightly fighter, Murray ends his political career in disappointment while Will Rogers Jr. seems poised to capitalize on the former legend’s decline. The piece recalls Murray’s rise and fall and the state’s oil wealth era.
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Napoleon compared to Hitler in historical perspective analysis
A 1940 King Features Syndicate piece argues Napoleon’s rational state concept and political aims differ from Hitler’s psychopathic nihilism. It notes Napoleon’s tolerance for talent, his ruthlessness to remove obstacles, and his attempts to unite Europe as a precursor to modern state ideas while warning against simplistic parallels with Nazism.
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Paecbaur Publishing Faces BBB Scrutiny Over Letter Book Sales
A reader reports a complaint about Paecbaur Company of New York selling a book titled We the People containing letters from newspapers. The Better Business Bureau notes the company has reused names and solicits contributors, with varied prices and questions about material quality. Frances M. Spore, Warners, NY.
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Liberty of the press as measure of freedom
A historical quote asserts that press freedom defines true liberty, arguing that without a free press all other freedoms remain nominal and unrealized.
Tragic Quiet at Chicago Democratic Convention
At the Chicago convention Roosevelt third-term stance dominates early events. Boss-led delegates from Illinois and New Jersey cast a pall, with Mayor Kelly nominating a third term and Postmaster General Farley sidelined by the President, shaping a somber, conflicted mood.
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Draft forces hold convention as Roosevelt aides steer vice option
The piece argues Roosevelt aides want a drafted third term with Hull or Farley as possible running mates. It claims the convention is steered by the White House to appear unbossed while backing a third term and manipulating delegates.
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Third term boom fizzles at Chicago convention
The Democratic gathering shows morale lag as delegates report apathy and dispirit. Veteran reporters warn of a possible Roosevelt defeat, while Chicago Mayor Edward Kelly pushes a third term draft that fizzles in speech and audience reaction.
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Plain lesson from war on collective security says Johnson
Washington July 16 General warns against relying on pan American conferences and unions or heavy commitments. He argues nations will pursue their own interests and former partners must defend themselves regardless of treaties. He cites Cordons sanitaires and the falls of France Britain and other major powers to support his view.
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Farley Faces Uncertain Path At Democratic National Convention
Roosevelt aides debate strategy as Jim Farley, party manager, shows a loose smile and tight lips. Farley professes ignorance about convention moves while being the focal figure amid a swirling political scene and White House insiders like Harry Hopkins.
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Convention Sparks Fade as Roosevelt Stampede Fails
At the Philadelphia convention a solitary marcher with the New York standard failed to rally delegates. Speakers Farley and Bankhead avoided direct Roosevelt mentions while Harry Hopkins guides Roosevelt’s campaign efforts.Observers note Farley’s poor reception and predict a staged party shift with some regret among workers.
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Peril and promise of collective security in a new world order
An analysis argues that reliance on Pan American collective security is risky yet the Western Hemisphere must balance defense with continued global trade. It warns against hollow naval diplomacy and urges winning markets through cheaper goods and better products rather than costly cartels or coercive treaties.
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Farley Targeted in Purge Moves But Holds Ground
A Chicago report outlines Farley as a sidelined figure in a Democratic purge effort led by Hopkins and allies to clear the party leadership. Delegates and supporters discuss Farley’s possible presidential bid, with Roosevelts and others weighing three way ticket ideas. Farley resists patronage and contemplates a return to other work as unity talks continue.
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