Farley predicts Democratic wins in 1960 and this year
James A. Farley marking his 70th birthday voiced confidence in Democratic victories in the current year and in 1960. The former postmaster general urged Congress and the public to cooperate with President Eisenhower as he noted his election campaign leadership under FDR. Farley, now Coca Cola Export Corp. board chairman, hinted at possible future political moves but did not commit to a Senate bid.
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Teamsters Protest $350,000 Legal Fees
The Teamsters union protests that 350000 dollars in legal fees for attorneys who handled the Hoffa obstruction suit are excessive. The case ended with Hoffa taking office and a court panel monitoring union affairs. Judge Letts will decide the fee award.
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96 Year Old Man Wins 75000 Life Insurance Payout
John DeWolf at 96 will collect 75000 life insurance after surviving odds of 100000 to 3. He plans to visit Paris and Europe next year to see friends, though he jokes about the girls. He bought six 20 year policies from Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. over 56 years, paying about 17000 in premiums. The insurer pays the death benefit now.
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Charlottesville Gordonsville Banks to Merge
Directors of Peoples National Bank of Charlottesville and National Bank of Gordonsville approve a merger. Stockholders vote June 16 and June 17. If approved, Gordonsville becomes the Gordonsville office of Peoples National Bank. Gordonsville resources exceed 1.85 million dollars while Charlottesville exceeds 65 million dollars.
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Davis Birthday Observance Asked
Gov. Almond urged Virginians and Davis admirers nationwide to observe the 150th birth anniversary of Jefferson Davis on June 3. He called it a fitting prelude to the approaching centennial of the Civil War.
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