Ike Looks at Next Four Years in World and Politics
A retrospective on President Eisenhower as he begins a second term, noting past health scares and foreign challenges from Korea to Indochina. It discusses congressional friction, Republican rivals like Nixon and Knowland, and the uncertain path in both foreign and domestic arenas ahead.
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Dumas Store Robbers Sighted After Cash Loss
Police search for suspects at a Dumas farm equipment store after a robbery where about $18,500 in cash and bonds were stolen. A window entry showed signs of forced entry and smoke damage indicated arson-like activity. Authorities described the scene and noted safes at the site had been tampered with while several other safes and wires were left undisturbed.
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Fire hits Hartford cathedral and other churches in year
Arson and fires devastate churches nationwide in 1996. Hartford’s St Joseph’s Cathedral suffered about five million dollars in damage, and nearby St Patrick’s Church incurred roughly 256 thousand dollars. In Trenton, Elser C. Lucas admitted guilty to multiple fires including St Mary’s Cathedral. Additional December blazes struck Cambridge and Springfield churches, with total losses climbing into millions.
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Prescott First Christian Church wed the Clark Bolls couple
Miss Sue Carolyn Clark wed Arlen Jackson Balls at Prescott First Christian Church on December 26. Vows were exchanged before vows with a gladioli arrangement. The bride wore Chantilly lace and satin with a pearl coronet, while attendants included maid of honor Margie Clark and best man Charles Bolls. After a trip to San Antonio, Ball's stationed at Beale Air Force Base. Out-of-town guests and reception details followed with multiple family members attending.
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Hotel Blaze Strikes Ashland Wisconsin Town
A three story hotel named Bull burned in Ashland Wisconsin as northern Wisconsin towns faced a fire that spread while occupants escaped unharmed. Firefighters battled the blaze to prevent spreading to nearby wooden blocks as residents watched the flames.
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Court's absentee ballot ruling nears as governor weighs impact
Chief Justice Edmund W. is hopeful a decision on absentee ballots may come before inauguration time. The high court’s ruling could affect Rhode Island politics with a Republican governor potentially shifting Senate balance and triggering Nixon’s tie-breaking role. The governor has alerted staff to act if the court decision favors the former Democratic office holder who joined the party in 1847.
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Civil Rights Debate Resumes in Senate Over Rules
Civil rights advocates and opponents argued over Senate rules as discussions aimed at reviving a civil rights bill continued. Senator Douglas led and Senator Russell warned of lengthy debate while others pressed to rewrite rules, noting a 14 of 86 vote is needed to limit debate.
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Pro Player Stabbed at Reunion Party in Houston
Police report a professional player stabbed at a New Year reunion party hosted by a 25 year old ex convict in Western Skies Mates area. Victim Paul Cayr, defensive back for the San Francisco 49ers, suffered two stab wounds and remains in poor condition. The host was arrested but not charged immediately. he refused to speak.
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Fire guts timber in Fordyce area aftermath
A forest fire yesterday destroyed timber and homes near Fordyce causing about 40 acres burned and prompting 20 firefighters to respond. Local authorities reported hotel and residence evacuations as winds fanned the flames and slowed containment efforts.
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Business Outlook Bright for 1956 Often Tops 1957 Hopes
Businessmen report 1956 high sales and optimism for 1957 with most predicting even better results. Only concern is a potential tax increase. merchants describe the year as historically strong, with several stores holding strong inventories and confidence rising for the coming period.
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Arkansas Briefs: Stephens Leaves Investment Co Presidency
Little Rock report states W. Stephens of Arkansas is named to the Louisiana Gas Co. board, resigning as president of the W. R. Stephens Investment Co. The move marks a transition in local business leadership with Stephens joining the gas firm board.
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