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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
8
Hoover argues in a Republican convention speech that freedom is the job of youth. He praises a new generation returning from war, duty and responsibility, and urges youth to lead America to unity, liberty, and revived purpose.
The Milwaukee Journal laments British press and some MPs backing De Gaulle to push the U S to recognize him. The stance hampers Eisenhower efforts in Europe, with concerns Britain may seek a balance of power under pro British leaders. Churchill is urged to stay with Eisenhower.
Chicago columnist details Earl Warren switching to Dewey, Warren’s coastal influence, and concern over war industries. Describes Bricker’s clean convention, limited funds, and Ohio hurdles. Notes anti Dewey mail campaigns branding him Jewish and linked to leftists, with GOP factions wary.
The St Louis Post Dispatch notes critics fearing the next generation will pay for the war, citing babies Dee Day Edwards of Norfolk and Invasio Mae Renfrow of Dallas born on June 6. It jokes that future children could be named H hour Smith or Eisenhower Jones as a figurative price.
Chicago columnist Westbrook Pegler argues Dewey’s rise mirrors a boxing bout against strong rivals. He contrasts past presidents Hoover and Roosevelt with Willkie Landon and Lehman, praising Dewey’s experience, grit, and oratorical punch while noting McGovern’s defeat in Hartford 1901 as a backdrop.
English kids who spent five cloistered years in America return home astonished their parents. They adapted to bubble gum slang popsicles and colloquialisms, while Brooklyn left them with a love of Flatbush democracy and a taste for Worcestershire sauce.
Chicago dispatch reports a complete Dewey campaign blueprint for summer and fall. Dewey will focus on six Albany speeches and targeted city tours, portraying Roosevelt as the target of his district attorney style critique and skipping long national swing tours.
Sam Goldwyn reportedly told parents not to call a baby boy William as many boys already bear that name. The quip cautions against common naming, reflecting the film icon's witty view of popular choices.
Boston men tried to evade a twenty five cent per gallon tariff by freezing spring water from Canada and importing it in cakes, then bottling it on the border. A New York lawyer suggested the plan and noted there is a duty on ice, which proved effective.
A teacher explains fractions by dividing an apple into half and quarter and asks Willie which portion he prefers. He chooses the quarter saying he doesn’t care much for apples, leaving the class amused by the practical joke and the math moment.
Suburban matron returns home to find a weekly bill from the newspaper boy left at the door with the note I will not be back until no time. The fragment captures a quiet domestic moment tied to a routine delivery.
June 29 Chicago. The convention produced an overwhelming Dewey victory but lacked dynamic militant energy. The silent candidate favored by Dewey backers frustrated voters seeking aggressive Republican reform and stronger wartime leadership. The platform favored tariff protection over foreign policy clarity amid war.
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