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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1956
Page
2
Gen. David M. Shoup, inspector general of the Marine Corps, visits Parris Island after six recruits drowned during an unscheduled march. He says recruits will not be pampered and vows no leniency, while discussing logistics and training changes with Brig. Gen. Wallace M. Greene.
In a moderately higher session in New York, railroads rose modestly while other sectors showed mixed moves. Early gains faded to a narrow range with about 2.3 million shares traded, led by activity in Studebaker Packard and a 3 percent surge in Southern Co during the second hour.
At Parris Island Marine recruiters reinforce policy that felons cannot be returned to active duty. Captain Wood confirms that any Marine convicted of a felony faces court martial or an undesirable discharge, with disposition decided by court or board. Judge Warlick notes felons may not be rehabilitated within the service.
Advertises PRSTeTH alkaline powder to keep dentures in place and reduce odor. Claims teeth feel more secure, do not sour, and prevent embarrassing plate slips. Available as PASTEETH at drug counters.
The list shows daytime and early evening programs with times: Brighter Day at 3:00, Secret Storm at 3:15, Edge of Night at 3:30, Child at School short, Navy Log at 7:30, Let's Visit at 8:00, Then Test Pattern at 6:45, Good Morning at 7:00, and Weather at 7:85.
Channel 10 in Roanoke airs This Day at 2 00. Modern Romances follows at 3 15 and Queen for a Day leads into See this Animal Talk at 3 30.
A dense list of daily programs with times from 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM including life drama shows, children’s segments, news, weather, theatre features and devotions. Notable items include Pinky Lee Howdy Doody News Caravan Tonight and Romper Room plus Matinee Theatre.
Thieves stole nine metal light posts from a South Side parking area. Each 17 feet long and weighing 1,500 pounds, they were destined for the 7900 block of Halsted Street, a widened area. Loss estimated at 3375 dollars.
Broadcast listings note that Eastern Local Time is used with one hour subtraction for Central and two hours for Mountain. Stations may alter relay times to fit local schedules and last minute changes are not included.
A listing of prime time programs with network labels and host names. Notable items include Truth, Consequences with Jack Carson on CBS at 8, Giselle Mackenzie on CBS at 8:30, Amos and Andy on CBS at 9:30, and This Is Moscow on ABC at 10:15, plus News and Commentary segments throughout the evening.
The Dow Jones average figures show industrials and utilities with reported values and total trading volume indicated. Furnished by Bache & Co the data lists multiple line items including volumes 960,000 and 1,440,000 for different categories.
New York cotton futures rise five cents a bale as May contracts edge up while May and Oct deliveries show varied prices. Trading included 32,000 bales for December and notable quotes for March and October positions, with several listed company names and industrial stocks appearing amid the market activity.
SAM DAWSON reports a mixed outlook with economists predicting a sideways national economy before a possible downturn. U.S. Steel urges steady 10 year capacity expansion while auto makers plan expansions. Steel negotiations and stockpiling loom as mills keep output near capacity amid uncertain prices and a looming strike.
In West Virginia and New Mexico, candidates vie for Democratic and Republican nominations. West Virginia sees races for U S Senate governor and GOP hopefuls while New Mexico counts show Gov Simms leading for Democratic governor with Mechem unopposed for the GOP nomination. An extended ballot slowed tallies and no presidential preference votes were indicated.
A New York accountant testified that Hattie Dodson told him her $3,875 1946 salary belonged to congressman Powell. Dodson and her husband Howard face federal tax charges for falsified returns 1948 1951 and tax evasion. Dodson former Powell secretary claims the money was kickback to the congressman while her husband alleged to file false dependents and evaded taxes.
A committee of judges and lawyers in New York acts to defend Marine S Sgt Matthew C McKeon in a court martial linked to a disciplinary march at Parris Island that led to six drowned recruits. Emile Zola Berman will lead the defense with Thomas P Costello and two Navy Marine officers.
A paleoclimatology note states Boston was buried under a glacier about 50,000 years ago with ice up to 1,000 feet thick, indicating extensive glacial cover in the region.
Dr. Harry T. Davis announced a cattle egret specimen donated by David Adams an N.C. State College ornithology student presented to the State Museum of Natural History The bird was caught at Kelly Bladen County on April 29 and is believed to be the first specimen found in North Carolina The buff backed heron feeds on insects flushed by grazing cattle and the species first appeared in the Americas in Venezuela in the 1930s high winds likely carried the initial flock from Africa to South America.
Mrs. Milton of Dayton Ohio withdrew police charges over her daughter Elaine 21 and Greek fishmonger John Sideris 31 who wedlock plans after nine months of correspondence. The public prosecutor urged withdrawal. the couple kept plans secret but hope to marry soon.
Bedford Sales Co at 430 N Wrenn St High Point accepts out of town collect calls and provides local phone service.
President Eisenhower urges balanced military power including air capability while backing a broad security posture. He plans a July Panama City meeting of American Republics leaders to mark 130 years since liberation. He hopes for a lasting Middle East peace after UN mission progress and comments on Shivers and the Oregon Senate race. An interior secretary successor is expected soon as McKay resigns. An ancient solar eclipse was noted by the Chinese in 2158 B C.
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