Townsendites Form Third Party Aimed at National Insurance
In Columbus the Townsend Clubs of America approved creation of a new political party led by Dr. Francis E Townsend to push a national insurance program. The group plans a 1950 congressional slate and potential 1952 presidential bid, with initial ballot efforts in Ohio New York California and Pennsylvania.
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Townsend movement funds shift from taxes to recipients
The text notes a 3 percent tax on gross business income and salaries over $250 monthly to fund insurance based on the prior month’s cost of living index. Robert C Townsend, son of a retired physician and Townsend movement treasurer, argues this money flow would deter any downturn in sentiment.
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U S Military Might Halts Soviet Drive Reported by Gen Smith
Williamsburg July 5 AP Lt Gen Walter Bedell Smith former ambassador to Russia. Now commanding general of the First Army says U S strength is essential to deter Communist expansion and achieve peace. He notes growing military power has temporarily halted Europe’s communist tide at Independence Day ceremonies and opens a 18th century Virginia arsenal erected 1716. You can t win Pawtucket Shea wins 100 at Narragansett Park then is attacked and robbed near Seekonk Mass.
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Pigeon Found Dead From Window Cord at Wakefield HQ
Police in Wakefield Massachusetts found a dead pigeon dangling from a third story window at headquarters. Investigators theorize the bird became entangled in a cord and strangled while struggling to free itself.
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