New Record Highs In Exports Of Farm Products Expected
Washington predicts new record highs in value and volume of farm product exports for 1956 57. Raymond Koanes of the Foreign Agricultural Service cites favorable outlook for field crops, cotton, wheat, rice, soybeans, and vegetable oils while noting reduced feedgrains and tobacco. He warns unsettled world politics could affect long term demand and highlights government programs that boosted exports last year.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Raymond A. Koanes
Foreign Agricultural Service
FAS
Joanes
Department
Suez Canal
Europe
United States
U. S
Ioanes
Quotes From The News Roundup
Camp Keller witnesses refugee tensions as Coltah S Ujhelyi recalls Communist agents fleeing Hungary. Knowland urges sanctions on Russia if Hungary defies UN. Tanya Cieczek’s return to the U S brings happiness. Eisenhower jokes about turning around from chilly drizzle. Ginger Rogers denies divorce rumors amid a disagreement. Senator Ralph E. Wright is noted.
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Keller
N. Y
Coltah S. Ujhelyi
Hungary
United Nations
William F. Knowland
Texas lawmakers weigh ethics and lobbyist limits
A rising number of Texas lawmakers express concern over unethical lobbying and influence peddling as the January 8 legislative session approaches. Rep J C Zbranek and Rep Ted Myatt urge strong lobby controls amid pending study by the Texas Legislative Council.
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United Press
Austin
J. C. Zbranek
Hull- Dassetta
Ted Myatt
Cleburne
Texas Legislative Council
House
Senate
U. S. Trust and Guaranty Co
Charles Hering
Public Education Critic Blasts Modern Schools
Flanders of Vermont denounces progressive education calling it a sham run by professors of what he calls a pseudo science of education. He says the system neglects mathematics in favor of slogans and hard work on unrelated goals.
Flowers with foul scent attract insects for pollen
Some flowers emit a disagreeable odor to lure pollinators that feed on decaying matter, aiding pollination.
Army Private Gets Chance To Play Navy Lieutenant
Army Private Bill Trotman, once a brown potato on stage in Winston Salem, rose from stock parts to acting in Alaska where he may play a Navy lieutenant in Mr. Roberts. A UNC alum with stage work in Strange Bed Fellows and Arsenic and Old Lace, he later trained in New York and Michigan before auditioning for No Time for Sergeants and becoming a radio and television announcer.
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Navy
Harman W. Nichols
United Press
Washington
Bill Trotman
Winston Salem
N.C
Army
Alaska
J.G
Mr. Roberts
University of North Carolina
South
Bill
New York
Michigan
Samuel
Trotman
Letters to Santa from Kirkland area children seek gifts
A collection of childhood wish lists from Kirkland Texas and nearby towns requests a variety of toys and gifts. Children ages 6 to 12 ask for dolls, toy guns, trains, nurse kits, outfits, candy, and a few personal items while expressing concern for siblings and other children.
Mrs. Bailey Suffers Arm Injury in Fort Worth Fall
Mrs. Fred Bailey of Childress is recovering in a Fort Worth hospital after a fall on November 29 fractured her arm. She was visiting her daughters Estelle Steitz and Velma Vann in Fort Worth when the accident occurred.
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Fred Bailey
Childress
Fort Worth
Bailey
Estelle Steitz
Velma Vann
Hide Donations To TB Hospitals Slow During Warm Weather
A statewide report shows deer hides for occupational therapy at TB hospitals slowed slightly in warm weather. Sportsmen are urged to donate hides to aid patients with instructions on salting and shipping to Austin Taxidermist Studio. Funds for tanning are sought via Bucks for Buckskins contributions to the State TB Hospitals Volunteer Council.
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Austin
L. M. Rathbone
Fredericksburg Road
Buckskin Committee
Grady Hill
San Angelo
Volunteer Council For State TB
Box S
Capitol Station
Chairman Hill
Black Rapids Glacier Marks 115 Feet Per Day Speed Record
In 1936 measurements show the Black Rapids glacier in Alaska moving at about 115 feet per day for several months. This notable speed record highlights the glacier’s rapid flow during that period.
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Black Rapids
Alaska
Seattle Port Proximity to Orient Highlighted
Seattle Washington stands as the closest U S port to the Orient emphasizing its strategic position for maritime trade and navigation.
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Seattle, Wash
U. S
Arizona Farm Lands Prove More Profitable Than Mines and Cattle
Arizona's fertile fields now generate greater revenue than the famous mining districts and cattle country combined. Agricultural output leads in value, with farmers expanding crops and markets across the state, signaling a shift in economic emphasis away from resource extraction.
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Arizona
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