06 May 1956
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Newspaper
Council Bluffs Nonpareil
Location
Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1956
Page
1
The author reflects on aging and youth, arguing imitation drives behavior and language from example. He contends parental pretense fuels youthful rebellion and that adults should model better conduct to teach moral principles rather than moralize.
Mrs Russel Goodall of Davenport says she has begun the second year of her second existence after her heart stopped for minutes during an operation a year ago. Doctors revived her by hand massage and she now weighs 127 pounds, up from a low of 70. A second patient also recovered after a heart stoppage this week. She looks forward to meeting them both when well enough.
Decreasing cloudiness and cooler temperatures are forecast for Sunday across Iowa and Nebraska. Highs will be in the upper 60s with Sunday night in the low 40s, fair and cool with no precipitation expected. A cold front earlier Saturday dropped temperatures across the region from the 70s to the 40s, affecting both states with 40s in the north and low 80s in the south.
Sidney Nebraska reports Omaha salesman Robert Helgerson, 30, killed in a Saturday auto crash near Sidney. His northbound car skidded into a tank truck at a U.S. 275 intersection. Police say the car lost control on a curve. Tank truck driver Dwight Dugger was not seriously hurt. Helgerson wore a safety belt and was alone in the car.
A House Foreign Affairs subcommittee said the Geneva summit weakened anti-Communist sentiment in the Middle East and Asia, warning that U S delay and a softer stance toward the West’s enemies fostered distrust. The 213 page study covers 26 countries and urges a new policy to separate from colonialism, treat Asians as equals, and boost U S aid against Communist offers.
Seoul witnesses reported protests at the gates of President Rhee's palace after the death of presidential candidate P. A. Shinicky. At least 15 injured, one hit by a police bullet, and 380 taken for questioning. National Police Chief Kim Chang Heung cited five injured officers and confirmed arrests of several demonstrators. Shinicky, 61, of the Democratic party, was knee in the article.
Inside feature highlights ten secrets for getting ahead from Family Weekly. The piece promises a simpler path to success for readers who follow the listed rules. Page references point readers to related stories on page 1-B 4-B 7-B and 6-E.
A rosy cheeked 19 month old orphan, previously found in Amsburg Germany and named Mike Hendryk, moves to Davenport with the Stewart family via Catholic Charities. The Stewarts plan to finalize adoption in about a year, while Mike adjusts to life in America and learns English.
Robert Beebe said a Saturday injunction filed by Mae Woodrow seeks to curb state safety investigators, alleging harassment and a move to restrict the state in its probe. Woodrow and Stella Kendis face conspiracy indictments over alleged gambling operations. the grand jury reconvenes Monday as Beebe defends state officers cited by the petition.
Marvin J. Deede, 33, of Mount Pleasant, was elected president of the Town Junior Chamber of Commerce. He won a tight contest Saturday over Don McCoy of Clear Lake.
Regional traffic tolls from Iowa on May 5 1956 show multiple fatalities across counties. Authorities report casualties among drivers and pedestrians with ongoing investigations and routine accident inquiries pending completion.
Mrs Christensen 38 of 309 Freming Street is hospitalized after her car overturned one mile west of Red Oak on Highway Aer while attempting to pass. She suffered severe bruises. Her daughter Judy five, a passenger, was unhurt.
Columbus report says university morgue theft exposed soon after discovery. Chief William Parser notes the body was highly embalmed and cannot be kept hidden for long, as campus police investigate the Saturday incident.
The Hargraves Construction Co. plans a 26 block resurfacing project at Second Ave and Eight St pending weather. Public Works Director Forest Grover announced start plans after delays. Work includes patching holes and installing curbs, gutters. plan to resurface streets with asphaltic concrete.
In Washington AP report Rep Daniel A Reed proposes a top to bottom three point revision of individual income tax schedules and immediate study of broader tax cuts. Senators Craufman and Bixler back tax cuts this year amidst talk of a treasury surplus. Reed warns the budget must permit and aims to reduce every bracket with a higher top rate, while tightening loopholes.
Needles, the 8 to 5 favorite, came from behind late to win the Kentucky Derby by a half length over Fabius. Come On Red finished third in a field of 17 three-year-olds. Jim Bailey defeated John Landy with an American record performance in the mile at Los Angeles, both sub four minutes. Details in sports section.
From the Denver Post city room comes a typed confession by Helen Habulsell accusing her half brother Joan Graham of bombing United Air Lines Flight 629. She declares she loves him yet believes he is guilty and deserves death, detailing a painful family history and her fear of the grim aviation tragedy.
General Maxwell D. Taylor, U S Army chief of staff, arrived back in Washington by air Saturday after completing an official tour of Europe.
In a Washington inquiry the Senate subcommittee questions bank records of officials suspected of favoring contractors for army garments. Kennedy says hearings will probe how certain contractors were treated, with officials asked to explain deviations from specs and others’ profits. Names are withheld pending hearings.
Paris reports NATO leaders approve a mobilization of money and resources to counter Russia. Communique claims Soviet aggression redirected, urging a coordinated economic offensive and public defense measures. Leaders vow vigilance while aiming to ease tensions and unify Western powers against perceived threats.
Des Moines attorney Sunday was chosen state chairman of the Iowa Young Democrats in a tight election over Max Grassfield of Behendort. Markman secured 146 votes to Grassfield's 112, with Davis McGuire of Cedar Rapids elected national committeeman and Beverly Crane named committeewoman.
A freakish accident Saturday blocked a road three hours as a semitruck veered and spilled onto the shoulder. John Worley reported the truck left the shoulder and the cab seemed to cut in. No other traffic was near the scene. Worley and Jennie Edmundson Hospital were noted with injuries treated.
Johnny withdrew 10 cents from his savings on Friday then redeposited Monday. The teller notes he kept a little cash on hand over the weekend. The joke hinges on the boy’s thrift and sly mischief rather than any real banking act.
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