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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1956

Page

2

Wilson defends remarks on Air Force budget questioning

In a tense exchange with reporters, Senator Wilson defended his controversial comments about the Air Force budget. He admitted to misquotation partly, blaming himself and urging others to do better next time. Senator Mansfield pressed that the reporter’s question reflected congressional concerns.

Wilson Senate Air Force Administration Washington Mike Mansfield D-Mont Congress

Temperature Extremes Reported With Daily Readings

The 24 hour period ending 11 30 am Saturday recorded a high of 101 degrees at 3 20 pm Friday and a low of 76 degrees at 2 00 6 20 am Saturday. Readings show afternoon and morning times with temperatures mostly in the 70s to 100s across the two days.

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US Air Mission Welcomed By Russian Officials In Berlin

US Air Force chief Twining spoke through interpreters as a Russian navigator and crew arrived from Berlin for a public air show visit. Ambassador Bohlen greeted the group as limousines arrived and Twining rode in the embassy car with Kirgin to Strasse House.

Pentagon Kietm Twining Berlin Honey Priskly Charles Bohlen Welcomng Bohlen Kirg Strasse House Minibassador

State rights stance on highway projects voiced by Yarborough and Daniel

In separate statements Yarborough and Daniel voiced support for state and federal government aid to cities and counties for obtaining right of way for highway projects. The remarks touch on segregation and interposition as they discuss using government help to advance road construction.

Yarborough Daniel

Bayl or County Rodeo Queen Crowned

Mrs. Joe A. P. Dickson of Seymour was crowned queen of Baylor County Rodeo and Old Settlers Reunion. The event highlighted community ties as families and former residents gathered, including ties to judges and long-time speakers from the area.

Joe A. P. Dickson Seymour Ann Dickson Harrison Dallas W. R. Pearson Amarillo J. O. Reed Bartlesville Okla Jack Collins Terry Jim Collins Jack Dawson Sal Tiio Myrtie Manuel Sterling Loretta Joe King Sidney E. Joiner Tokyo Joiner Japan Airlines Garland Joiner Columbus King Bill Moore Junction W. M. Stiner Tom Williamson Candice Bettina Spear San Antonio Williamson B. F. Taylor Los Angeles Calif T. C. Bailiff Bethania Hospital Wichita Falls Sydney Key Vicki Jess Key Clyde Allsup Levelland Dently Weir Jimmie Nancy Weir A. J. Johnsons Bakersfield Weirs Canton Kansas Johnson Weir Luetta Ann Oldfield Sid F. Spear Washington V. E. Sterling

Reds Yemen sign joint pact at Moscow visit

Moscow hosts Crown Prince Seiful Islam el Badr as Russia and Yemen sign a communique pledging friendship and exchange of diplomats. Premier Bulganin and Khrushchev attend. Yemen seeks uranium and oil potential amid talks.

Moscow Russia Yemen London Little Kingdom Sovietskaya US Air Force Nathan F. Twining Seiful Islam el Badr Nikolai A. Bulganin Communist Party Nikita S. Khrushchev George Malenkov V. M. Molotov Anastas Mikoyan Kremlin Arab League Egypt

McDonald Urges Steel Industry to Meet Union Demands

In a television address McDonald said the union seeks a substantial pay rise and accused the industry of trying to disrupt long standing relations between the steel union and management. He argued the demands are reasonable and affordable for the industry to meet.

Page One McDonald

Democrat adlai backs Johnson as presidential contender

Adlai Stevenson’s ally told reporters that Lyndon B. Johnson is his personal choice for the nomination though not a serious candidate. He said he favored Stevenson and Harriman and cautiously predicted Stevenson would win Colorado’s 20 convention votes.

Page One Democrat Senate Lyndon B. Johnson Texas Stevenson Harriman Colorado

President Eisenhower Recovers as Heaton Aids Progress

Chief House Press Secretary James C. Hagerty said the President did not seem over optimistic about Heaton's assessment. Doctors separated deep abdominal stitches from Eisenhower's operation and planned removal within 24 hours. Eisenhower, in good spirits after a restful night, held his longest business session since June 9 and received a briefing on GOP convention appointments. Hall issued his second term statement after the meeting.

Sherman Adams Hall

Mrs. Kirby Takes Courses at TSCW in Denton

Mrs. D. W. Kirby of Childress completed a course in Educational of Exceptional Children at the Texas State College for Women in Denton from June 6 to 22. She plans to enroll in Teaching the Slow Learner from June 25 to July 13. She earned a Bachelor of Science from West Texas State College in 1955.

D. W. Kirby Childress Texas State College For Women Denton Tscw College of Education

Pool project gains top ranking in drive effort

Lawrence praising the Jaycee Club fund drive led by Bill Adams thanks individuals and firms for generous donations. He notes the pool project is one of the biggest tackled and funds will go to the filtering plant or improvements at the pool. Donations continue to be accepted by all Jaycee members.

Lawrence Bill Adams Jaycee Club

Case Acknowledges Isolationist Risk in Military Aid Cuts

The New Jersey Republican warns that a large reduction in military aid would echo isolationist policy and could undermine allied strength built up over years. He cites cautions from Eisenhower and defense chiefs about cuts.

New Jersey Republican Eisenhower Case

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