Huddleston bills to limit federal Supreme Court power
Editorial discusses Representative George Huddleston Jr introducing a bill to reaffirm separation of powers and restrict Supreme Court authority. It cites school integration rulings and Pennsylvanian sedition laws, warns against a nine‑member “Supreme Court and Super‑Congress,” and links Cold War politics to domestic and international maneuvering.
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George Huddleston, Jr
Congress of
U. S
Alabama
Federal
Supreme Court
Senate
Houses of Representatives
United States
America
Congress
Supreme Court of the
Huddleston
Steve Nelson
Pennsylvania
Super
Communists Sow Confusion Over Khrushchev Denunciation
Communist Party leader Nikita Khrushchev denounces Stalin in timed remarks aimed at daily impact. Analysts struggle to determine purpose while noting the orchestrated sequence keeps observers guessing about Moscow’s strategy.
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Communist Party
Nikita Khrushchev
Stalin
Modern tensions blamed for heart disease era note
The piece contrasts modern stress with ancient dangers from saber-toothed neighbors and cites Dr. James Watt of the National Heart Institute. It notes heart disease now accounts for 53 percent of deaths and questions whether environment drives that rise, while highlighting advances in treatment and the uncertain frontier of prevention.
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James Watt
National Heart Institute
U.S. Public Health Service
Walt
Think Breaks for Workers Spark Debate in Office Theory
A UC psychologist proposes think breaks added to coffee interludes to let workers ponder problems without interruption. Critics warn such breaks could harm morale and invite saboteurs, suggesting daydream breaks as a safer alternative. The piece also highlights a 106 year old El Paso resident as a side note.
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Tirza Gonzalez
EL Paso
Tex
Modern Medical Science Demonstrates President Ike Health Outlook
A Washington columnist notes that President Eisenhower’s recent intestinal operation, performed with expert care at Walter Reed, signals improving health prospects and reinforces public confidence. The piece contrasts with earlier administrations and discusses political implications for 1956.
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Washington
Eisenhower
White House
Howard MCC. Snyder
Wonderful Medical Center
Congress
Walter Reed Hospital
Snyder
Meany and unions tied to political power in 1950s critique
A 1956 King Features Syndicate critique argues President Eisenhower relied on George Meany to curb racketeers in unions. It accuses Meany of covert meetings at Sing Sing with Joe Fay, connections to New Jersey and New York politicians, and notes Dewey era political fallout, senate trials, and alleged government corruption tied to labor.
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Eisenhower
George Meany
Meany
Sing Sing
Joe Fay
Tom Dewey
Jersey City
New York
Fay
Dewey
A. H. Wicks
Monticello
Mr. Wicks
Bailiwick
Charles Poletti
Lehman
Sidney Hillman
Hillman
Congress
Harry Truman
Roosevelt
Wicks
Union
Newark
Washington
Judiciary Committee
Senate
Thomas F. Meaney
Justice Clark
Supreme Court
Clark
U. S
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Canyon misadventure fuels Pride and Passion shoot
A narrator recounts a canyon accident in Avila while describing the making of The Pride and the Passion. Cary Grant Frank Sinatra and Sophia Loren work to move a colossal cannon across Spain with mules assisting the crew. The writer hopes to be rescued and reunite with family after the stunt.
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Stanley Kramer
Red Cross
Cary Grant
U.S.S
Missouri
Grant
Frank Sinatra
Sophia Loren
Spain
Kramer
Los Angeles
New York
Sinatra
Miss Loren
Chicago Negro population rises by 150000, new estimate
University of Chicago researchers report Chicago non-white residents, mainly Negro, have grown by about 150000 to a total between 660000 and 670000 since the 1950 census, reflecting a significant urban demographic shift.
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Chicago
University of Chicago
Reds To Get More Trade And Recognition Of Peiping
A 1956 King Features piece argues Red China gains full UN consideration and broader recognition as Britain, Indonesia, Italy, Egypt, and Pakistan extend trade ties. It criticizes U S policy and Eisenhower confidants while noting Peiping's growing military posture and alleged Western liberal tilt.
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Washington
Red China
Community of Nations
United Nations
General Assembly
United States
U.N. Security Council
Peiping
World Organization
Britain
China
Indonesia
Sukarno
Egypt
Nasser
Israel
Pakistan
Southeast Asia Treaty Organization
State Department
White House
U.S
Paul G. Hoffman
Fund For the Republic
Hoffman
Eisenhower
Senate Gop
William Knowland
Policy Committee
Styles Bridges
North Korea
Far East
North
Viet Nam
Ho Chi Minh
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Fire Tears Through Great Northern Railway Maintenance Plant
A four alarm blaze gutted the main passenger car maintenance building of the Great Northern Railway in St. Paul causing about 500000 dollars in damage. A fireman was overcome during suppression.
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ST. Paul, Minn
Great Northern Railway Co
Monroe News-Star June 18 1956 front details
Historical masthead snippet from The Monroe News Star dated Wednesday June 18 1956 shows publication details, staff names, and Associated Press note. It lists publishers Ewing and Bronson, addresses in Monroe Oklahoma, advertising reps, and claims independence in reporting.
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Monroe News-Star
John D. Ewing
Wilson Ewing
Monroe Post Office
News-Star Wors Publishing Corporation
Worth Second Street
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