Military Leaders And The Presidency Debate
A historical survey examines Eisenhower and MacArthur as potential presidential candidates. It traces past generals who became presidents or failed bids, weighs democratic checks versus military authority, and argues endorsement of civilian leadership over military command in the nation’s highest office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eisenhower
Eral MacArthur
General Eisenhower
General MacArthur
Washington
Jackson
William Henry Harrison
Taylor
Theodore Roosevelt
Grant
Harrison
Roosevelt
Pierce
Hayes
Benjamin Harrison
Cass
Scott
Fremont
McClellan
Hancock
S. B. Buckner
Virginia Water Board considers three-industry funded Shenandoah survey
The State Waters Control Board will meet to evaluate a Virginia first plan. Three public spirited industries would finance a comprehensive biological survey of the south fork Shenandoah River directed by Dr. Charles E. Renn. Cost likely over 75000 dollars with four spring seasons. The board would supervise and publish findings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Waters Control Board
Virginia
South Fork
Shenandoah River
Charles E. Renn
Harvard University
Waynesboro
West Virginia
Water Control Board
L. L. Hedgepeth
Hedgepeth
We Disaffiliate There Is No Fellowship in Tyranny
Commentary questions John L. Lewis leadership of the United Mine Workers. It argues his control and clashes with other labor bodies undermine unity, suggesting his influence hurts the AFL CIO and that he pursues rule over compromise. The piece notes Lewis’s harsh stance epitomized by the phrase We disaffiliate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Lewis
K. C. Adams
AFL
CIO
Green
Strength For The Day Mind And Heart In Religion
The article argues for a firmer religious belief across society. It notes many church members lack concrete convictions beyond surface rules and highlights a tension between intellectual respectability and heartfelt faith. It suggests people love God in theory but seek personal comfort in practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Christa
Plainness and Certainty in Biblical Teaching
A short reflection on what Christianity is and our duty toward it. The writer notes the plainness of biblical teaching and its certainty can be disconcerting to readers.
Ex-GIs Turn Prewar Hobby Into Furniture Business
Carroll Hinkle and Johnny Harris, former GIs, organize a company to produce period furniture. Northern Virginia Power Co. workers string lights on the community tree at the courthouse. Lester D. Arnold of the Virginia Horticulture Society speaks at Richmond. Pvt. David Ruffner has landed in Iceland. Dr. Wilson visits at the Presbyterian manse party hosted by Mrs. Ronald Wilson. Lions enjoy a playlet by Miss Sue Jolly's grade school class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Hinkle
Johnny Harris
Northern Virginia Power Co
Court House
Lester D. Arnold
Virginia Horticulture Society
Richmond
D. I. Ruffner
Pvt
David Ruffner
Iceland
Ronald Wilson
Presbyterian Manse
Dr. Wilson
How's Your I. Q quiz on labor and civil rights
Seven quiz questions asking about the General Confederation of Labor in Italy the length of GI veterans reinstatement limits a nationwide guardianship system for civil rights and a Federal agency examining stock exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Confederation of Labor
Italy
Commission
Seo Stock Exchanges
Cain's Senate State and 80th Congress Facts
Senator Cain, Republican, represents which state in the U S Senate. Correct the sentence I don’t believe I will be able to come. Name the former State Department official who wrote The Time for Decision. How many new members were sworn in when the 80th Congress ended its recess and resumed its first session on November 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cain
U. S. Senate
State Department
What is the unit of currency in the U S
The unit of currency in the United States is the dollar, abbreviated USD in financial contexts. The dollar is subdivided into 100 cents and is issued as banknotes and coins by the federal government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
U.S
Down Country News Notes On Hunting, Horses And Hounds
Mrs. J. Gray Beverly contributes to Down Country which highlights hunting and horses. A fire in an East Street apartment house furnace room destroyed a two story dwelling and damaged another structure, totaling 25 000 dollars in losses. Robert and Charles Harper, Hampden Sydney College seniors and freshmen, arrive tomorrow for the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Gray Beverly
East St
Robert
Charles Harper
Hampden-Sydney College
Vehicle crashes into Grove Furniture window. $100 damage
A truck out of control struck the Grove Furniture Co show window at Main and Piccadilly Streets, causing more than $100 in damage. The American Legion post announces a charity ball with committee members J. W. Arthur, H. C. Browne and Ralph Rosenberger named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove Furniture Co
Main and
Piccadilly Sts
American Legion Post
J. W. Arthur
H. C. Browne
Ralph Rosenberger
1897 Fifty Years Ago Edward Hunter Receives Pipe
Edward Hunter receives a briar root pipe from Thomas Cover Jr captain of the Princeton University football team. Scott Ferguson, a post office employee during Cleveland's term, secures a clerkship in the local glove factory. Frank Gibson seeks to revise The Press and hopes for Republican support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Hunter
Thomas Cover Jr
Princeton University
Scott Ferguson
Cleveland
Frank Gibson
Republi
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Winchester Evening Star
H. F. Byrd, Jr
Winchester
Evening Star Publishing Co
Winchester, Va
National Representatives DeLisser, Inc
E. 44Th St
New York
Star
West
Leonard Wood
Wood
Lowden
Warren G. Harding
John v. Pershing
Zachary For
Gene
Richmond News Leader
Mark Bill OF Rights
St. Paul’s Church
Eastchester
Roland B. Gittelsohn
Rockville Center
Long Island
John P. Zenger
International
Lamp Motor CO
Willys
Smithfield Ave
Santa Claus
N. Main St
Miss Sue Jolly
Bell Clothes
Winchester Front Royal
I. Q
Easy Terms
Pine Motor Co., Inc
Secretary of the Treasury
C. B. Smalts & Son
National Avenue
New Comfort Valley Weatherstrip & Awning CO
Hill
Billy
Duff S
Andrews
Joseph
Mir Bist du
Count Basie
the King
Blue
Your Deep
Charlie Barnet
Caravan
Joe
Lena Horne
Les Brown
Firm Fram
Carmen Cavallaro
Brazil
Carioca
Frankie Carle
Hoagy Carmichael
Lionel Hampton
the Lamplighter
Punch and Judy
Hamps
Bing Crosby
Connecticut
Tommy Dorsey
Marie Marie
Cutie
Tom Foolery
Duke Ellington
Ella Fitzgerald
Benny Goodman
Blue Skies
Alamo
My Blue Heaven
Bennie
Erskine Hawkins
Xavier Cugato
Drume Neights
el Botelle
Roy Por UN Amor
Duff
E. Piccadilly St
Chris Brewer Ae Co
Strasburg, Va
Phone
Strasburg 253
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