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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1956
Page
14
A discussion on spelling literacy and language use in families. Parents’ role in pronunciation and grammar at home is emphasized. Historical note cites World War II illiteracy among 433000 men and the government literacy program that followed.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston reports lower average loan rates for business and mortgage loans in its district compared with the nation. It notes ample loanable funds and export of financing from New England, with October last year’s district rate at 4.2 percent versus 3.0 percent in 1946, a 40 percent higher level.
Newark reports White Bouquet named All-America floribunda for 1957 at the rose festival. Originator E S Boerner holds more patented roses than any hybridizer in history.
A Standard Rate and Data Service study shows Middlesex County had gross farm income of 31.7 million in the year, with 11,700 farms and 2 710 per farm resident income, above the U S average. Crops brought 12.573 million and livestock 18.269 million with optimism urged by Henry Heimann for surpluses disposal and farm modernization.
The report shows wages rising far faster than living costs since the Korean War. For every dollar of cost of living increase, wages rose about 2.67 dollars. Over eighteen months in the six year period, hourly pay climbed sharply while prices stayed steady. The wage gap to purchasing power widened as wages surged.
A record notes three hundred gallons of jet fuel required to taxi a current jet bomber from the warmup ramp to the runway end for takeoff, a typical distance of about one and a half miles.
The Quopalot Guild reminds readers about annual amateur snapshot contests. Local newspapers host weekly prizes and a season grand prize, then city winners enter a National contest for large cash awards. Entries should be clear sharp and have universal appeal.
The bill envisions 41 000 miles of interstates over 13 years costing 32.9 billion dollars with 27.7 from the federal government and 5.2 by states. Federal funds in years one to three depend on population urban and rural road shares. later allocations shift to need. Tax adds 14.8 billion via fuel, tires, retread rubber, truck taxes, and a weight tax.
New England hardware dealers plan the second annual Carnival of Values from September 21 to 28. The event, sponsored by the New England Hardware Dealers Association, features 30 plus manufacturers, 1400 independent retailers, carnival style decor, bargain tables, and broad newspaper advertising across six states to boost local hardware and home goods centers.
Boston, UP reports retail food prices rose in June to 112.1, up 2.2 from May and 12.1 percent above the 1947-49 average. The Labor Department notes the highest local index was 117.3 in June 1952, driven by elevated meat costs.
Reader's Digest editor Margaret Culkin Banning argues the 95 percent of American teens avoid crime and excel in education work and community service. She cites 4-H participation, church activity, and youth organizations as proof of positive youth development despite media focus on delinquents.
Vermillion South Dakota United Press reports Dr H V Cobb psychology head and director of special education at the University of South Dakota outlines a summer program for mentally retarded children aged eight to thirteen. The plan emphasizes direct world experiences through trips and excursions plus adaptive physical education and healthful activity using university facilities.
A cure for sticking rolls or coffee cake on baking sheets uses a generous corn meal dusting. The corn meal creates a crunchy tasty base and helps release baked goods cleanly.
Frances Roth of the Culinary Institute says women make superb home cooks but chef work is heavy duty. She notes most chefs are men, with women better suited to salads and patience tasks. The institute trained 156 this year with three jobs per graduate. cookery tests and evolving techniques highlighted by trial and taste.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces examinations for Accountant and Auditor positions across Federal agencies in Washington and surroundings with some postings abroad. Salaries range from 4525 to 11610 yearly. No written test. qualifications require suitable experience or a mix of experience and education. Contact Mr John C Abatis Marlboro Massachusetts or the Civil Service Commission Washington 25 D C for Announcement No 66. applications accepted until further notice.
In Cambridge Massachusetts residents faced chaos as White Street was made one way by Cambridge without Somerville notification. The city line confusion lingered for several days before being resolved.
About 4387 Soviet visitors reached Paris Wednesday night in the second tour group this month. The delegation comprised engineers, technicians, workers and students from 16 cities across the Soviet Union.
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