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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1956
Page
2
Market snapshot shows Dow Jones averages and trading volume figures across 130 industrials and 80 transport stocks with reported totals of 916,000 1,200,000 2,260,000 1,200,000. The data reflects early trading activity and overall market interest in heavy industrial and broader index components.
The article recounts Truman facing questions on past statements as the press quotes figures like Sir Oliver Leese and Eisenhower. It notes Churchill and Eisenhower's roles in the Salerno and Anzio landings, their outcomes and casualties, and Eisenhower's view on choosing Salerno. Also mentions a political ad urging votes for Hobert M. Bryant for County Commissioner.
Wall Street rebounds from recent declines with trading brisk around midafternoon. Auto shares stay firm despite layoffs and plant closings while investors watch prices for motors, rail and tools. Major names listed include Ford, General Motors, Goodyear, IBM, Westinghouse and Procter & Gamble.
The piece notes mixed outlooks from government economists and industry analysts. Arthur Ims predicts inflation risks may ease if output per labor unit rises, while the National Association and financial advisers warn keep a close watch on orders, inventories, and consumer demand with no clear summer direction.
A quirky TV listing for Wednesday features Brighter Day and a ferret as part of a playful lineup. Also included are Meorm Mies Mouse and Esiuea 0 Werther 8 Doug Péwards plus Annie Oakiey Tee Wie Bin 5a Bary and THE ESAT Test Pattern 7.9 Geet T Weamer.
Roger Bell addressed the Civitan club at the Sheraton during World War II and stressed the need for counseling to ease civilian reintegration. Tom Brown reported a night session on tobacco concerns and vehicle safety checks. Ed Davis and others were appointed as team captains. Marty Brockman and Jim Strickland won attendance prizes.
President Eisenhower said the H-bomb dropped by a B52 last weekend in the Pacific was somewhat smaller than earlier weapons. Atty Gen Brownell had reviewed the matter about seven months ago and noted no new information at that time.
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