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Newspaper
Kenosha Evening News
Location
Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1955
Page
4
The Kenosha 1955 graduates are urged to apply their classroom learning to real world problems. They are encouraged to pursue college degrees, use extracurricular experiences for civic participation, and move from political spectatorship into leadership in community life despite uncertainty and danger.
The piece notes Washington residents lack presidential voting rights and local self government. Representative Joel T. Broyhall introduces two amendments to grant D C residents a presidential vote and to restore local governance, addressing grievances about Congress neglecting District affairs.
The piece suggests oil may be found in the Niger River Delta marking Africa south of Egypt’s first major offshore potential. Nigeria today relies on agriculture but oil discovery could attract large industry and alter the economy. Observers speculate on possible moves toward national independence driven by economic change.
Key items include Jay B. Glerum presiding at Green Bay convention opening sessions. Diplomas awarded to 20 Kemper Hall graduates. Kenosha identifications list Gertrude Allen Genesse Gark Virginia Holly Ruth Sokow. 1939 Wisconsin vehicle registrations show Kenosha County at 16042 while state total hits 865982. Local junior high and Kenosha High School commencements outline 641 and 400 plus diplomas.
Voice of the People letters urge careful public review of the Rules of Council ordinance at the June 6 hearing. The writer flags democracy versus efficiency, executive sessions, and expanded public participation as core issues for Kenosha officials and citizens. Ethel M. Schwalbe of the League of Women Voters signs, urging study and attendance.
The text states snap ping turtle eggs are good to eat but do not boil as hard as hen eggs, reflecting a practical cooking observation from the period.
Dr Edwin P Jordan outlines two vascular disorders Buerger's disease and Raynaud's disease. Buerger's causes inflammation and possible blockage, linked to tobacco infection ergot rye. treatments emphasize tobacco avoidance and hydration, with possible drugs, devices, and surgery. Raynaud's features vessel spasms from cold or emotion. avoid triggers, tobacco cessation, and consider sympathectomy though cure is unlikely.
The 1909 flag hoisted at the North Pole by Admiral Peary was not preserved intact. Fragments were kept at memorable spots and the flag now resides with the National Geographic Society.
A British columnist defends Princess Margaret and Captain Townsend against invasive press scrutiny. He argues the Royal Family deserves privacy, criticizes Fleet Street's push to expose private feelings, and warns editors against turning romance into public spectacle. He notes Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson era hypocrisy and urges restraint.
A dated self test asks husbands if they phone home, lunch with wives, discuss problems, share news, assist with concerns, and avoid blaming wives for car trouble. It stresses that yes or no answers reveal respect and support to a wife and affect her wellbeing.
A travel snippet explains Burma as a republic formerly under British rule. It notes the Golden Country nickname from golden rice fields and Happy Land for cheerful people. Burma’s population near 20 million, area similar to Texas, with Mongolian heritage and small Hindu or Muslim minorities. Some Karen women wear neck rings, brass bands stretching the neck to about twenty rings and up to 12 15 pounds.
Stanford psychologist Ferguson reports a town survey of 4000 showing women remember ads better due to bargain hunting. Pittsburgh's G A Yoakum finds textbooks outperform many students by 2 to 24 percent in understanding, with lower class children disadvantaged by vocabulary gaps.
A fragmented snippet mentions threats of a Royal Decree exiling Lord Beaverbrook to Zululand if issues aren’t resolved. It also notes Roman chariots using homing pigeons to summon relief legions in war zones, reflecting a mix of historical and sensational language.
Statements from Henry M. Jackson and Jim Wright reflect ongoing U S concerns over nuclear propulsion and defense spending. Separate remarks mention Soviet lag in long range aircraft and a pistol punch of political humor about maps and overdrafts.
The passage notes Simca expanding to Rotterdam Stockholm Dublin and Rio de Janeiro Renault building in Spain and Japan Citroen in Brussels and London and Peugeot in Australia and South Africa highlighting a trend of overseas production by major auto firms.
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