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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1956

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U S Seeks Clarity on Americans Detained by Soviets

The United States charges the Soviet Union holds American airmen from at least two downed planes, calling for a thorough investigation. The note cites a Navy Privateer crew missing since June 13 1952 near the Sea of Japan and Kamchatka and a B29 crew member linked to Magadan area.

Stanley Johnson Oscow United States Soviet Union U. S U.S. Navy Sea of Japan Kamchatka Soviet Siberia United Nations Command Korea U.S Ecene Union Taishet Atone S Vorkuta Ember Magadan

It Over by Robert L. Dieffenbacher D D

A reflection on freedom of choice and self rule in a democracy. It argues people vote with their preferences in economics, politics, culture, and religion. It warns dictatorial rule erodes freedom, urging prayer and worship of God as guiding principles.

Robert L. Dieffenbacher D. D NEA God

Vote Friday GOP Leader Predicts Civil Rights Bill Passage

Republican Leader Martin forecast House passage of the civil rights bill by a margin of about 2 to 1, with a Friday vote expected. Senate remarks from Knowland suggested passage possible if a filibuster is avoided, as debate continued over a measure to authorize civil rights suits and federal court access.

GOP Washington Martin Mass House Senate Knowland Calif Supreme Court Rep Celler D-Ny Celer Ape D-Va South Seana Eisenhower Earl Warren Brown D-Ga Keating R-Ny Bipartisan Investigal Commission Department Justice

Eisenhower Health Improves Say GOP Leaders

GOP congressional leaders report President Eisenhower looks much better and more vigorous after a White House conference on the legislative program. They note his color improved since Gettysburg and affirm he can keep the public informed about his health.

GOP Ike Washington Eisenhower Gettysburg White House Democratic National Committee Sen. Saltonstall Massachusetts Senate Eisenhow Sen. Knowland California Saltonstall Cime

House Acts On Vetoed Measure

Washington reports the House quickly passed a 2.14 billion military construction bill after stripping two provisions the President vetoed. The measure authorizes base construction globally while Congress promises oversight. Vinson argues the veto challenges constitutional powers and defends committee authority.

Washington House Senate Armed Services Committee Defense Department House Armed Services Committees Vinson D-Ga Congress Eisenhower

Lawyer Seeks Public Trial For Marine Drill Instructor

Emile Zola Berman civilian counsel for Sgt. Matthew C. McKeon outlined an informal press frame at Parris Island where McKeon faces a general court martial. He says the case concerns training methods for Marines and the aim to improve morale, while acknowledging potential controversy over discipline practices.

Parris Island S.C Emile Zola Berman Matthew C. McKeon Sacco Oak Sea Berman

Ringling Closes Circus Ends Era of Big Show

Ringling Bros Barnum and Bailey Circus wraps up its road tour in Pittsburgh with a blaze of glitz as John Ringling North notes the tented circus may be a thing of the past. The finale draws a large crowd and signals a shift toward mechanized future shows.

Pittsburgh Mammoth Riesling Bros Barnum &Bailey Gener Ounce John Ringling North Clening North Ea Eoes

Senate Debates Social Security Changes amid Relief Grants

Senate Democrats push to restore House measures adding disability and age 62 benefits to Social Security, while facing tests on funding and cost. Proposals include raised aid for the totally disabled and widows, with new taxes to cover costs, and phased aid increases aimed at millions of recipients nationwide.

Washington Senate Len Kerr Dokla Sen. Eens SA Gad House Senate Finance Committee Eisenhower Long Lar Aigana T

North Carolina Meet of Friends Set for August 7

Greensboro reports the annual session of the North Carolina Meet of Friends will be held at the New Garden Meeting House near Guilford College campus on August 7. More than 500 are expected.

Greensboro North Carolina Meet of Friends New Garden Guilford College

Trials Set In Poznan Uprising

Poland announced 387 persons will face trial for the Poznan uprising last month. Prosecutor Marian Rybicki said 323 will be tried for armed attacks on public buildings to determine who fired first. No trial date was given and casualties vary. final toll given as 300 wounded and 48 dead by state radio, with Western estimates much higher.

Vienna Poland Poznan Marian Rybicki PAP Sara Ties Es Rybicki Ateomy Re. Es' Cats

Summer Storms Hit State Across Carolinas

The Associated Press reports thunderstorms spared the Carolinas but brought rain and minor electrical storms. Hickory lost power briefly while New Bern saw gusts near 30 mph and inch plus rainfall. Concord reported 1.02 inches with a chimney toppled and bricks in a sleeping room but no injuries. Greenville logged 0.22 inch. Wilmington recorded 0.08 inch. No severe damage.

Associated Press Carolinas Yoch Bureau Hickory New Bern Nortennes Wilmington Concord Greenville South Carolina

Arsenic Poisoning Blamed For Ambassador Luce Illness

The Time magazine report says Clare Boothe Luce, U.S. ambassador to Italy, suffered chronic illness traced to arsenic poisoning from lead arsenate in a Rome bedroom ceiling. Symptoms included fatigue hair loss brittle nails and nervous distress before authorities traced the toxin and repainted the room.

Rome Clare Boothe Lace U.S Italy Time Magazine Villa Taverna Sata Ieee Oeais Navy Hospital Naples Luce

Not Guilty Plea Filed At Trial

Marine drill instructor Matthew C. McKeon pleads not guilty to charges tied to a forced march that led to six recruits drowning in a swamp last April. Defense seeks access to Marine poll data and records as court martial proceeds.

Parris Island S.C Matthew C. McKeon McKkeon Emile Zola Berman Berman Bermans Glanc Court-Martia Col Edge L. Hutchinson Woodbury Navy Irving N. Klein Pat Klein Marine Corps McKeon Marines Navy Charles S. Thomas Defense Charles B. Sevier Joolssonville Tew Armnes Ranean McC. Pate York City Pate Seiver Parris Iseland

September election possible for education amendments

The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled an advisory referendum on proposed constitutional amendments by the Advisory Committee on Education may be held in September if it conforms to the usual election timing, which normally occurs in November, after a request from Gov. Hodges.

Raleigh UP State Supreme Court Advisory Committee On Education Gov. Hodges

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