Both Parties Enter New Era Pulling In Same Direction
In 1956 Eisenhower and Stevenson face a shared path built on New Deal and Fair Deal foundations. The era ends with no bold new fields, as both parties extend established programs while standing on a broad base. Henrik Ibsen is noted as a father of modern drama.
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Question Quiz: Historical Figures and Facts
A classroom style quiz asks if Eisenhower golfed after surgery by Aug 24 or not. Lincoln’s rank among Republican nominees. Suez Canal traffic on a typical day. Meany at the 1956 Democratic convention. Duncan Phyfe’s profession. Hoover’s longevity post Civil War. and the location of Mother Careys Chickens. Answers appear on Page 1A.
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Planes May Beat Clock Across U S
San Francisco reports optimism that commercial air travel could cross the continent in under three hours, aided by 1000 mph fighters. Lt Gen Jimmy Doolittle cites Bendix Trophy history, noting the 1931 LA to Cleveland to New York run and the 1954 record by Edward Kenny in an F86 Thunderjet at 616 mph.
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Revolutionized Surgery by Sir Joseph Lister
Sir Joseph Lister known as the father of antiseptic surgery for his theories on antiseptics in wound treatment that transformed modern surgical practice.
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Federal tax rise decried by Gov Hodges at tax meeting
Gov Hodges told Southeastern Association of Tax Administrators the federal government now takes 71 percent of tax dollars, up from 23 percent two decades earlier, while local and state shares fall. He criticized public relations on the 25 billion dollar federal highway program and warned about state competition for industry. He spoke at Hendersonville to the North Carolina Chamber executives.
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Thom McAn Earns Good Housekeeping Seal for Kids Shoes
Thom McAn becomes the sole nationwide maker to wear Good Housekeeping Guaranteed Seal for children's shoes, a standout claim highlighted as the most important statement about the brand.
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