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July 31, 1953
The Coastland Times
Manteo, Dare County, North Carolina
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North Carolina's new U.S. Senator Alton Lennon describes his demanding first week in Congress, working over 14 hours daily, presiding in the Senate, and managing 3,000 letters in Washington.
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CAROLINA'S NEW SENATOR FINDS LIFE NOT SO EASY
Washington.- North Carolina's new U. S. Senator, Alton Lennon, isn't ready to admit that being a member of Congress is a life of ease.
He's been at work in his office everyday since he arrived-and that includes Sundays. He did take time off to attend church services. His working day has averaged a little more than 14 hours a day.
Twice during his first week in the Senate he was called upon to preside in the absence of Vice President Nixon. On one occasion, he presided for almost four and a half hours.
He has answered some 3,000 pieces of mail which poured in after his appointment was announced.
His longest single day began at 8 a.m. and continued until 2 a.m. the following morning.
Washington.- North Carolina's new U. S. Senator, Alton Lennon, isn't ready to admit that being a member of Congress is a life of ease.
He's been at work in his office everyday since he arrived-and that includes Sundays. He did take time off to attend church services. His working day has averaged a little more than 14 hours a day.
Twice during his first week in the Senate he was called upon to preside in the absence of Vice President Nixon. On one occasion, he presided for almost four and a half hours.
He has answered some 3,000 pieces of mail which poured in after his appointment was announced.
His longest single day began at 8 a.m. and continued until 2 a.m. the following morning.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
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Senator
Congress
Busy Schedule
Alton Lennon
Washington
What entities or persons were involved?
Alton Lennon
Vice President Nixon
Where did it happen?
Washington
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Alton Lennon
Vice President Nixon
Location
Washington
Story Details
North Carolina's new U.S. Senator Alton Lennon works long hours in Congress, including Sundays, presides in the Senate, and handles 3,000 pieces of mail.