Dixiecrats Face Criticism Over Race and Rabble Rousers
The Dixiecrats’ states rights movement faces scrutiny as Gerald L. K. Smith and other figures stir racial prejudice claims. Gov. Strom Thurmond rejects support from the controversial crowd while fellow Dixiecrats and running mate Fielding Wright push hardline rhetoric at Mississippi and Alabama audiences.
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Henry Wallace
Gov.j.strom Thurmond
South Carolina
Gerald L. K. Smith
Thurmond
Gov
Fielding Wright
Thur
Frank M. Dixon
Alabama
Gerald L. K. Smiths
Brother Smith
Polio Fears in Pocatello Pediatric Care
In Pocatello mothers fear infantile paralysis as polio cases rise elsewhere. Dr. Bush explains local risk is low with only one case this year. He notes seven or eight subclinical cases for every recognized case and that most recover without paralysis.
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Pocatello
Ruany
Bush
Polio Guidance Advises Caution Amid Seasonal Risk
Editorial urges caution during polio season July to September noting limited prevention options. Emphasizes fresh clean food, avoiding crowded venues, delaying tonsillectomies, and improved care at a dedicated polio center with bed rest and hot wet packs.
Education optimism varies by nation in the survey
The Nation's Pulse reports six of ten Americans feel children today receive better schooling than their parents. England, Canada, and Australia show stronger optimism than the Nordic and continental nations, while France trends pessimism about education.
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Princeton
N. J
United States
England
Canada
Australia
Holland
Italy
France
Public on Education Discipline Blames Parents and Schools
George Gallup finds Americans fault education mainly on lack of discipline and character training, followed by criticisms of subjects and teaching. Parents receive blame for lack of interest, while too many activities and crowded schools rank lower. No big US education view gap between voters with college degrees and those with only grammar or high school.
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U.S. A
Finland
Sweden
Renmark
United States
New Army Justice Reforms Let Judges Weigh Murder and Rape Punishment
The army shifts from mandatory death for murder or rape to discretionary punishment in courts martial. Citing civil law practice, officials say this recognizes extenuating circumstances and avoids brutal medieval justice.
Farmer Brown of Middleboro and the goofus water hoax
Paul Gallico critiques a Middleboro farmer’s claim of a goofus water that makes corn grow ten feet, chickens swell, and rabbits fight dogs. He notes authorities will review the elixir, comparing it to past “magic” cures and age-of-science hopes while urging skepticism and caution.
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Farmer Brown
Middleboro
Mass
Brother Brown
Ponce de Leon
Brown
Phonus Balonus
Brother Coue
Voronoff
Farmer John Brown
Barbs on prison reform and public wits
The column mocks prisoners in a western prison demanding shorter hours higher pay and every other day off while satirizing calls for sport roadsters black stockings and non splashing tires. It jokes that worrying and advising friends hold similar value and wit.
Civil rights debate stirs in Georgia Senate race context
In Washington a writer notes shifts in civil rights discourse amid national politics. He recalls past racial tensions, Black officials in White House eras, and current Georgia Senate race where a Black candidate seeks the seat against Senator Dick Russell, signaling evolving national attitudes.
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St. Louis
Birmingham
Satchell Paige
Cleveland Indians
Washington Senators
Oscar de Priest
White House
Hoover
de Priest
Congress
Rep. Dawson
Chicago
South
Georgia
U. S. Senate
Dick Russell
Wiping Out Mason-Dixon Line Through Blue and Grey Game
Drew Pearson notes Southern leaders and North South differences while praising local reformers and a Montgomery Alabama effort. Champ Pickens organizes an annual football game pairing Confederate Grey and Federal Blue teams to foster understanding.
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Talmadges
Rankins
Bilbos
Mason-Dixon Line
Champ Pickens
Montgomery
Ala
North
Cradle of the Confederacy
Broadway Hatman Reveals Cross-Country Secret Plot
In Lindys on Broadway, Harry the Hat describes plans involving a trip to Brazil and a long-ago college circle, including Mac in insurance and Marty engineering. A National Geographic clipping hints at Marty’s article and a stolen dentist’s copy sparks talk of distant Tumuc Humue mountains.
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Broadway
Harry
Amazon
Lois de Fee
Brazil
Lindy’s
Forty-second Street
America
Tumuc- Humue Mountains
Columbia University
Mac
Marty
Tumac- Humue Mountains
National Geographic Magazine
Silk Topper Mystery From Brazil Sends Laughter Across Ocean
Billy Rose recounts a tale of Marty interviewing headhunters in a Brazilian village famed for their odd customs. A plan to send a silk topper to Marty leads to a long misdelivery and a cheeky reply signed by the chief Pujabima. The hat eventually reaches Marty, revealing a comic misunderstanding.
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Marty
Pujabima
Mac
Xsat
Brazil
Harry
Idaho Slot Machines Raise Revenues and Controversy
The Salt Lake Tribune notes Idaho slot machine revenue flows from citizens to government coffers, funding street projects, sewers, hospitals, and tax cuts. It warns gambling losses and social costs, urging scrutiny of legality, graft risk, and long term public impact.
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Utah
The
Salt Lake Tribune
Idaho
Ord
Salt Lake
Gem State
Mt Vernon clears name for new city dump site
City officials designate a 64 acre tract as the Mt Vernon Development Receiving Grounds a rebranded waste site avoiding the term dump. The location is set to handle municipal refuse and related development needs. Local residents react with cautious acceptance as plans proceed.
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MT. Vernon
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Joe Stalin
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