Democrats Eye Revoir and Richardson As Compromise Candiates
Democrats eye a compromise slate for county chairman with George L. Richardson and Frank Revoir proposed by a group of party leaders known as money men. A third name was reportedly considered, with a meeting of ward and town chairmen narrowing the list. Spokesman John Young planned to submit the three names to chairmen for approval before continued talks with United Democrats for Reorganization to avert a full primary fight on June 5.
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George L. Richardson
Frank Revoir
Deaders
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Revoir
Frank. Shaughnessey
John J. Young
Charles H. "Keene
Francis Savage
William Rafferty
John J. Parkinson
Lawrence Haney
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Anthony
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United Democrats
Truman In Chicago Backroom Plans From Harriman Camp
Washington based dispatch reports former President Truman is expected to appear in a Chicago smoke filled room as Harriman campaign backers plot for the Democratic nomination. Indiana financier McKinney and New York Tamanny Hall boss DeSapio sit on either side, signaling a practical Truman leaning toward Harriman. Truman has previously said Harriman and Stevenson are friends and hinted at support. Further details on page 10.
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Stevenson
Truman sails for Europe as plain tourist on seven week trip
Former president Harry S Truman sails from New York aboard the United States for a seven week European tour with diplomatic duties and tourism. He will meet with monarchs presidents and prime ministers, accept an NATO envoy role, and dine with Churchill and Eden while accompanied by Mrs. Truman. He expects to return July 3 and may attend the Democratic Convention in Chicago.
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Tokyo Sees Record May Heat in 1944 Return
Summer heat hits Tokyo with a 86.5 degree May record, the hottest since 1944. The city endures an unseasonable heatwave as residents seek shade and relief.
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Harvard Refuses to Secede and Ends Up Parking Lot
Harvard scholars clashed with police in Harvard Square as tensions simmered over Velucci’s proposal to secede from Cambridge and form a separate state with own services. The incident left several students disciplined after water bags flew and car windows rattled. rumors of converting Harvard land into parking lots circulated as council debated a new bill.
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Double Utah firing squad executes two men at Point of the Mountain
In Salt Lake City a firing squad at Point of the Mountain Prison executed Verne Alfred Braaseh thirty from Waterloo Iowa and Melvin Leroy Sullivan twenty seven from Kansas City Missouri for the 1949 robbery and killing of four at Salt Lake area service stations. It was Utah's first double execution in 102 years.
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Leroy Sullivan
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Ong
Pedestrian Confronts Driver Over Collision
A reader recounts a cheeky street exchange after a minor crash as a pedestrian asks the driver if he is blind. The quick quip ends the incident with a clipped, humorous sting.
Judge Truman Preston Fines Clancy for DWI
Laurence Clancy of 700 Lancaster Ave pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated after being spotted by Patrolman Raymond Rodgers. Preston fined him 100 dollars and suspended a 30 day jail term. license and registration were revoked.
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Strike Ties Up Canadian Ships on Great Lakes Fleet
A workers strike for higher wages idle or heading to port across Canadian ships on the Great Lakes and St Lawrence River. The action binds carriers, halting traffic as seamen walk out, affecting commerce and transport.
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Lawrence River
Stamp Craze Fuels Fever and Business Unease
Trading today shows stamp fever sweeping the nation causing market fluctuations and cautious business conditions. Editorial page by Sylvia Forter weighs in with commentary as part of Today’s Features alongside Amusements, Financial, Bridge, Police Court, Classified, City Life, and other sections. Your Money and Letters are also included with the day’s lineup and Today’s Pictures on page 2.
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City Life
Bank Holdup Leads to Shootout at Quincy Branch
Bandits robbed a bank near the Granité area then fled in a green car toward Montclair. Police chased, one gunman was shot, others escaped on foot, and the FBI joined the investigation as staff and witnesses described the chaotic scene at the bank and surrounding area.
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Eisenhower Begins Two Day Physical At Walter Reed
President Eisenhower arrives at Walter Reed Army Hospital for a two day head to toe physical examination. The routine checkup includes heart tests, blood work, and electrocardiograms as part of annual assessments the White House says will yield a full report tomorrow.
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White House
Fire Sweeps Queens Coal Firm in Mass Blaze
A large fire destroyed four thousand tons of coal and several buildings at the Serantane Lohigh Coal Company in Hollis Queens. Fire swept machinery and a crane as a fire alarm sounded. A fire marshal estimated losses in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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Nam Islet winds threaten inhabited Nam Marshall area
Weather bulletin notes near Nam Islet Nin-Elkini Atoll potential strong winds sweeping over Nam Habitat. Authorities warn Marshall region residents along surrounding islets to brace for gusts and check shelter plans.
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Father and Daughter Die of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Milton J. Schultz issued certificates of accidental death after Joseph Iczak, 30, and his daughter Janice Ann, six months, were found dead in the bathroom of their Lackawanna home. Police said a water heater was on in the room and the father apparently was bathing the child when both died from carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Milton J. Schultz
Pair Held Prisoner Hanged Like Greeks, Leaflets Say
In Nicosia Greek cypriot leaflets claim two British soldiers were hanged yesterday by British armed forces. Identified as Corporals Gordon and Shilton, the executions were described as martyrs by Kurelians in English and Greek notices distributed in the city. Bodies were buried in Nicosia Prison, with authorities planning no return to relatives.
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Greece
Michael Kara Butied
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Soviet Press Attacks British Frogman Spy Case
Pravda and other Soviet papers call the alleged underwater espionage by Lionel Crabb “dirty work” and accuse Britain of shaming itself. UK Prime Minister Anthony Eden refuses to detail the frogman’s death as coverage notes the Ordzoni portside incident and forecasts unsettled weather with showers and cooling temperatures.
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Door to Door Auto Sales Boosts Flint Results
In Flint Michigan a renewed door to door auto sales campaign by local dealer George G Spaulding reports a 33 percent first week gain. Teams of 13 men on each street side work after 4 pm with head office backing to close deals on the doorstep. A station wagon aids appraisals and demonstrations as prospects are urged to buy.
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