Syracuse Herald and Journal Historical Masthead Note
A fragmentary display of the Syracuse Herald Journal masthead with staff titles, roles, and subscription rates, including publisher editor and department heads, from a March issue in Syracuse New York. It notes association with the Associated Press and a motto on nonpartisan public questions.
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Syracuse
John J. Hagerty
William J. Kuhn
Robert O. Smith
Daly
Associated Press
Polio Picture in Nation and City
The U S Public Health Service reports 1392 American infantile paralysis cases last week with 1047 the prior week. National polio wave is stronger than usual while Syracuse shows six local cases. Health officials urge early physician diagnosis to curb spread.
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United States Public Health Service
Syracuse
Sargent
Department of Health
Houston
Inflation debate as price index hits new peak
The article notes the Consumer Price Index rising to 189.6 percent of the 1935–39 base by the May 15–June 15 period, warning inflation has persisted for two decades. It discusses deflation fears, the need to curb money and credit, and the potential impact on employment as purchasing power falls.
Chaplains Honored at Fort Slocum Convention
A meeting of military chaplains at Fort Slocum highlighted the role of clergy in war. President Truman sent a message urging patriotic and spiritual unity as these chaplains sustain servicemen and provide comfort to the ill and dying.
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Fort Slocum
Military Chaplains’ Association
Truman Tan Wea
Wwen
How Gov Stevenson Was Nominated
A Chicago Herald-Journal account details the 1952 Democratic convention. It notes Kefauver led early, Russell and Harriman were contenders, and Adlai Stevenson emerged as the nominee after Truman's signal and key delegations shifting to Stevenson, including Dever and Reuther influenced support. The piece frames convention politics as a ruthless machine culminating in a Stevenson victory with Virgin Islands delegates.
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Alexander F. Jones
Herald-Journal
Chicago
Estes Kefauver
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AIF
Baer Tha
South
Virginia
Tennessee
Russell
Richard Russell
Georgia
Adlai Stevenson
Timois
Illinois
Ilinois
Midwest
Averell Harriman
New York
Thomas Gavin
Truman
Missouri
Kefauver
Harriman
Stockyards Inn
Sam Rayburn
Walter Reuther
C.il.d. Automobile Workers
Stevenson
Pennsylvania
Virgin Islands
Harry
Phila
Fire Department
Los Angeles
Ihe
West
Switzerland
Princton
Harvard Law School
Northwestern University
Navy
United States
London
U. S
United Nations
Executives Visit Camp Drum To Gauge Military Drills
Syracuse and other upstate executives toured Camp Drum to observe two weeks of guardsmen drills and maneuvers. The trip underscored public readiness and the value of firsthand exposure to training in strengthening national preparedness.
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Syracuse
Upstate
Camp Drum
Lammot du Pont Led Nylon Invention Research
The obituary recalls Lammot du Pont as former president and chairman who shaped a major enterprise, celebrating its 150th anniversary while his work spurred the nylon breakthrough. It notes his industry leadership and the public misperception of wealth versus toil among successful individuals.
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duPont
America
Lammot duPont
Lammot du Pont
Readers' Viewpoint Defends Aggressive Korea War Tactics
A letter-writer argues destruction of enemy power plants in Korea is a military duty to save American lives and rejects criticism from British leaders. The piece cites Napoleon and Sherman to support offensive strategy and praises Gen Clark while contrasting US aims with allied dissent. It also briefly discusses social security politics and a separate reminiscence about Eisenhower’s Kansas boyhood.
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Herald-Journal
Yam
Hants
Korea
Ufe
United Nations
Mr. Attlee
Napoleon
Clark
Sherman
Atlanta
Sketches By BEN BURROUGHS
Poetic sketch extols taking time to rest reflect and dream during busy life urging calm thought before action. It suggests thoughts lead to tact prayer and wiser choices and promises clearer solutions when faced with life’s puzzles.
Refuge in Nature Guides Self Discovery
Adams urges leaving work briefly to meet life in nature. Quiet immersion helps introspection, self understanding, and spiritual refreshment. The piece extols silent communion with birds, flowers, and wildlife, claiming nature clears the mind and unites humanity in a universal understanding.
Democrats struggle with fractions amid convention chaos
Othman Seve reports a Chicago convention scene where delegates fail to tally votes, causing delays as the Truman and Adlai Stevenson tug-of-war unfolds. The piece mocks arithmetic errors, cites half and fractional votes, and ends with a jab about jewelers adding up.
Stevenson Heir to Rich Political Tradition in Illinois
Adlai Stevenson II, 1952 Democratic presidential nominee and former Illinois governor, inherits a storied political lineage from Jesse Fell and Adlai Stevenson. The narrative covers his career, education, UN work, and key state actions, including a costly mine disaster critique and his divorce from Ellen Borden Stevenson.
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Stevenson
West Frankfurt
Alger Hiss
Washington
Hiss
State Department
Wiss
Ellen Borden Stevenson
Intelligence Test Questions and Matching Puzzle
A set of IQ style problems by Dr. George W. Crane tests word appropriateness, container contents, museum sources, piano hints, and early career roles. It includes a matching section with five workers and their final jobs and a scoring guide with ranges from poor to superior.
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Seid
Yeas Sgpesiel
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