Cost of living hits new high in December 1956
Washington reports the consumer price index rose 0.2 percent from November to December 1956 reaching 118 percent of 1647 49 prices. Six of the last seven months of 1956 set records. Higher housing costs drive the increase and wage contracts in trucking electrical and aircraft sectors include escalator clauses tied to the index. Factory take home pay rose about 2 percent in December and 5 percent year over year with purchasing power at 128.6 percent of the 1947-49 average.
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Washington
Dember
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Wso
Grace's Baby Made Official Monaco Heir
Grace's daughter, Caroline Louise Marcque, born two days ago, is named heiress presumptive to Monaco. The infant will ascend the throne if no brother is born, with the Grimaldi register confirming her status. Photographs will be sold to magazines with proceeds to Morneco charity, expected over $30,000.
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Monaco
Grace
Prince Rainier
Grimaldi
Monaco State Council
Emile, Hervet
Hervet
Grage
Howell Conant
New York
Morneco
Jets Cross U S in Record Time
The B-47 jet bomber set a postwar record with a 3,650 mile flight from March Air Force Base California to Hanscom Field Massachusetts in about 4 hours and 47 minutes aided by jet stream. Pilot Maj Mont Smith of Arlington Massachusetts reported the time as 4 hours 47 minutes after landing at Hanscom Air Base.
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Redford
Mass
Air Forge
Hanscom
March Air Force Base
California
Maj
Mont Smith
Arlington
Seek Way to Avert Middle East Outbreak
United Nations diplomats convened at U N headquarters amid fears the Hammarskjold report showing Israel refuses to quit Gaza and the Gulf of Aqaba could spark a new Middle East crisis. Washington and London urged deployment of a UN emergency force to Gaza and Sharm el Sheikh, but Egypt and its allies warned against Western troops, while Cairo and several Asian African nations urged sanctions on Israel.
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Tom Hoge
United Nations
N. Y
Dag Hammarskjold
Egypt
U.N
Middle East
Hammarskjald
Israel
Gaza
Aqaba Gulf
United States
Hammarskjold
Gaza Strip
Sharm al Sheikh
Hammarsskjold
USN
Nasser
Gaga
Cairo
Congane
Nalion Asses Bly
Elvis Mail Loss Predicted by Officer In Memphis
An officer asserts Elvis Presley will lose his mailbox status as he arrives in Memphis for medical examinations. Capt. Elvin Rip Rowan, a local official, weighs in on Presley’s induction prospects while recalling past aviation and military processes. a former football player provided comments at a high school event.
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Elvis Prestey
Jose Hig
Aray
Elvin Rip Rowan
Memalis
Rowan
Derlainers
Through Understanding Races Can Be Friendly
New York report recounts Fukuzawa Yukichi's 19th century journey to the United States and his striking impressions of American democracy, hospitality, and cross-cultural exchange. It notes his influence in promoting closer ties between Japan and the U.S. and compares perspectives across the Pacific.
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New York
Japan
United States
Perry
America
Gwa
Yuiichi Fokus Dawn
Pacific
San Francssay
Iiel
Washington
George Washingotn
Founding Mathers
Moscow
San Francisco
Fukuzawa
Lfe
Oth
Adenauer Says Red Troops May Have Nuclear Arms
West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer stated in a news conference that Ukrainian troops within the Communist perimeter could already possess nuclear weapons. He noted Moscow’s warning to the United States over armed missiles at Turkish bases and asserted NATO forces in Europe deploy nuclear weapons, while calling Soviet charges about U.S. bases propaganda aimed at the United States.
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Bom
Germany
Konrad Adoniuer
Jenger
Moscow
United States
Adenauer
United Sets
NATO
Kuivope
University Spotlight at Rotary Lunch Honors Arkansas Institution
At Bridny's Rotary Club luncheon in Hotel Barlow, Stovny Whaley praised the University of Arkansas for loyalty and devotion shaping agriculture, industry, medicine and other fields. He noted widespread support from Hempstead visitors including Elmer Harris and many others such as Andrew Avery Jepmy Arnold N B Coleman W W Bailly Luther Spicer and Moss Rowe.
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University of Arkansas
Stovny Whaley
Bridny
Hotel Barlow
Irelude
Elmer Harris
Hempstead
Andrew R. Avery
Jepmy Arnold
N. B. Coleman
Wo W. Bailly
Senate Okays Waiving Bond Interest on Stadium Bonds
The Arkansas Senate approved waiving $22,000 yearly interest on $500,000 in War Memorial Stadium Commission bonds for 1957 to 1959. The 20 to 0 vote followed Sen. Oliver Williams proposing deed transfer of the stadium to the University of Arkansas to simplify ownership and cut costs, while voicing support for retaining staff.
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Liple Rock
WWA Bi
War Memorial Stadium Commission
Arkansas Senate
Oliver Williams
Sheridan
University of Arkansas
Willaims
University
Gbarish
Stadium Commission
Williams
Mer
Allan Borery
Othe Stadium
Alcoa Seeks Rehearing in Arkansas Gas Case
Alcoa petitions the Arkansas Public Service Commission for a rehearing after its bid to force Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co to end alleged discrimination failed. Alcoa claims Ark-LA favors Reynolds Metals Co and asserts preferential contracts suggest bias in service. The PSC previously denied a temporary order and Alcoa now seeks rehearing on the permanent request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Rock
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co
Aluminum Co
al America
Alcoa
State Public Service Commission
Ark-Lais
Ving Reynolds Metils Co
Reynolds
Arle
PSC
Mmereheurpine
Delay Sought on UN Arms Debate
United Nations. The Soviet Union and Western powers move to have the General Assembly skip a disarmament debate and send the subject to private talks. Twelve nations propose a compromise resolution to refer arms proposals to the 12 nation Disarmament Commission and its five nation subcommittee for prompt attention with a progress report by August. The subcommittee includes Canada France the Soviet Union the United States Britain others. It would be the first disarmament resolution with joint sponsorship since 1964.
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United Nations
N. Y
Soviet Union
U.N. General Assembly
Assembly
Politigal Committee
Canada
France
Brazil
el Salvas Dor
Fndig
Depen
Norway
Yugoslavia
Join
Department Store Sales Rise Across District
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis reports department store sales in the district rose 41 percent last week from the same period in 1956. Gains varied by city with Memphis 2 percent, Little Rock 9 percent, Louisville 10 percent, St. Louis 12 percent, and smaller cities up to 42 percent.
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Louis
Federal Reserver
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Memphis
Little Rook
Louisville
St. Louis
Lyei Ugy
Ty Bank
Tax option lets counties levy school district tax
In Arkansas Rep Talbot Feddae proposes counties may impose a tax for county school districts, not raising the state rate. The election would require 11 percent of voters to petition. Other measures include a bill by Rep Contes Jr to fine up to 100 dollars for dumping rubbish on highways.
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Little Rock
Talbot Feddae
Hempstead
Dim Contes Jr
Pulaskd County
House Rejects Another Tax Proposal
MITLE ROCK The House rejects a bill to equalize charges on goods bought out of state and imposes use and sales tax changes. Rep T R B Tyler argues for removing exemptions and aligning use tax with sales tax while opponents warn of lost exemptions for poultry feed and cotton ginning machinery. The final tally is 36 in favor and 138 against.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitle Rock
Sinte Nh Vine
T. RB. Tyler
Pulaski jEounty
Bill to Make Drivers More Responsible
A bill in the Arkansas Senate by Sen. Artie Gregory of Little Rock would require drivers to show liability insurance before receiving an automobile license and registration. The measure aims to prevent license suspension after accidents while pursuing valid claims. Debate also centered on a nursing board reform by Sen. James Baker of West Helena, proposing a seven member board with more registered nurses and a mix of practical nurses.
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Little Rock
Arkansas Senate
Artie Gregory
Rae
Gregory
Yale
Baker
GOC Training Taken by Local Group
The Hope Post of the Ground Observer Corps met January 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vo W Hal with 21 members, including two new members Ray Duke and Alvis Cannon. Post Supervisor Doug presented on sound recognition. Twenty five members are now eligible for training certificates. Red Cross training classes will start in spring taught by local fire department members. Next meeting February 12 at 7:30 p.m. at VW FY Ww. Atul.
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Hope Post
Ground Observer Corps
Vo. W. Hal
Ray Duke
Alvis Cannon
Doug
Shreveport Jpilley Center
HW. T, Waton
Doug Jester
John Keels
George Walden
Mayo Jester
Buddy Carroll
James Chism
Billy Collins
Davott Collins
Thomas Foster
Bill Preeman
Larry Garrett
Albert Hargis
Sue Mouston
Ronald Lockard
Dan Oglesby
Larry Pitterson
William Walden
James Walker
Benjit Walter
Odle Wood Red Cross
Atul
Britain plans to streamline military forces and cut manpower
Prime Minister Macmillan orders a new program directed by Duncan Sandys to trim Britain's armed forces with focus on nuclear weapons. He seeks U S approval as Sandys travels to Washington for talks with American leaders. Sir Winston Churchill’s son-in-law Sandys travels with defense officials and nuclear experts, as Britain contemplates sharing nuclear secrets for American missiles.
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London
Macmillan
Britain
Duncan Sandys
U. S
Aidou
Sandys
Tne
Sandy
Eisenhower hosts diplomats at Washington welcome
The first postwar reception in two years drew about 1,200 guests as President and Mrs. Eisenhower hosted diplomats in the White House residence. The event marked a return to formal entertaining in Washington with high-level attendees from numerous nations.
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Disenhower
Washington
Eisenhower
Presbyterians to Hear Jack Lowe at First Presbyterian
Jack Lowe will teach the Men’s Bible class at First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, January 27. A freewill offering will be collected and doughnuts will be served after the session.
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Jack Lowe
First Presbyterian
Chuck
Tay Gry
Ae Os
Eisenhowers Welcome 1200 Guests in Yonk ers Event
Mrs Majorie Guevieris left a hospital parking lot to seek a car repair. a VW garage arranged a repossession job after police followed a theft report. The garage then returned the car to the lot and the reconditioning work cost nothing to Mrs Guertleri.
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Yonkers
Nvy
Majorie Guevieris
Army Plans to Revolutionize Pay System
A New York Times report says the Eisenhower administration plans to seek Congress in March to replace the current service pay structure with a Green Pasture plan. It would base pay on skills and performance rather than length of service, gradually abandoning the present system. experts say productivity would determine compensation, with a Defense Advisory Committee drafting the plan led by Ralph J. Cardiner of General Electric.
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New York
New York Times
Eisenhowe
Congress
Mareh
Washington Dispatch
Times
Green Pasture
Ithely
Defense Advisory Committee On
Secretary of Defense
Wilson Ast May
Ralph J. Cardiner
General Electric Co
Three Airmen Die in Crash Near Webb AFB
Three Airmen were killed when 183 jet trainer aircraft collided at about 1200 feet near Webb Air Force Base in Big Spring Texas. The fallen were Lt Kenneth Aur ipason 24 of Ball Lake City Utah Lt Carson R Virden 24 of Robstown Texas and Lt William H Charbonneau 23 of Yakima Washington.
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Big Spring
Tex
Webb Air Force Base
Hare
Senneth AL Auripason
Ball Lake City
Utais
Carson R. Virden
Robstown
Tes
William H. Charbonneau
Yakima
Wash
U. S. to Build Two Schools in Blytheville Ark
A federal grant of 185 0979 dollars to finance the construction of two school buildings in Blytheville Arkansas has been approved by the Office of Education. School Superintendent W B Nicholson and Representative Guthings conferred with the office on the matter yesterday. The grant comes under a law aiding small lay school districts with nearby federal installations.
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Waslington
Blytheville
Ark
Office of Education
W. B. Nicholson
Rep. Guthings
Senate report cites housing costs pricing out middle class
A Senate banking subcommittee report concludes rising housing costs push middle income families out of the market. It notes production fell by 200000 units last year and could drop further this year while land costs, zoning rules, and mortgage incentives for larger homes drive prices up. The study urges aid for middle income buyers via more favorable mortgages, direct government loans, and cooperative housing support.
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Washington
Senate
Siamf
Hougitay
Na- Hon'g
Othors
Kashmir Crisis Deepens as U.N. Urges Plebiscite
The United Nations Security Council, with the Soviet Union abstaining, calls on India and Pakistan to honor a pending Kashmir plebiscite. Troops remain in separate sectors, while Nehru and Menon defend the council’s stance amid protests. Maharaja Hari Singh’s stance and Pakistan’s claim of lost authority fuel the dispute as 77 percent of Kashmir’s 44 million people reportedly oppose terms.
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U. N. Security Council
India
Pakistan
Kashmir
Princey
Nimrayas
U. N
Soviet Union
K. Krishna Menon
United States
Australa
Colombia
Cuba
Britain
U.N
New Delhi
Nehru
Council
Subcontinent
Sir Hari Singh
Arson Suspected Fire Damages Denver Church
Arson investigators from the Denver fire department examine the ashes of the Holy Comforter Chapel at St. Mark's Episcopal Church after a blaze caused about 5000 dollars in damage. Assistant Fire Chief Murry Wolgsild said the fire yesterday appeared incendiary and centered in the chapel.
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Denver
Denver Fire Dept
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Murry Wolg
Weather Forecast for Arkansas Dips Below Normal
January 25 to 30 forecast shows temperatures 2 to 6 degrees below normal with maximums around 26 to 36 and a high of 56 on some days. Expect cooler air, moderate precipitation, and scattered rain and thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday with occasional showers.
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Eatenrer
Arkansas
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