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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1956
Page
11
Janis Thames told The Denver Post her brother John found a turtle near their home described as monstrous with a shell about 12 by 14 inches. A hook appeared to be used to lead the animal, suggesting it was rigged for a dog leash.
Western Electric Co announced a one year contract covering 28 000 telephone equipment installers with the Communications Workers union. Local 1290 CWA in upstate New York gains wage increases holidays and reclassification boosts while fringe benefits expand.
Lloyd T Binford a famed Memphis censor whose career shaped port and theater regulation died in Newark at 89 after a life in publishing and shipping governance. Police quoted him in Newark claiming retirement funds and a tense incident in a theater lobby involving two seamen and a knife.
Heath described the heated discussion over the state of Baltimore shipping noting the trouble began during a debate and stressing concerns about the industry’s condition and future prospects.
The National Council of Churches warns that advancing technology may displace workers and create pockets of unemployment across the United States. It commends industry efforts to stabilize production and secure workers' income while urging progress on wage fairness and equal economic opportunity. The statement cautions against overreliance on material values.
Chicago designer Frank Lloyd Wright unveiled a plan for a mile high building to house about 100,000 government workers in Spring Green Wisconsin. Critics including Charles Murphy Sr question structural feasibility under Chicago laws and safety considerations. The site near the planetarium drew further scrutiny amid debate over centralization and feasibility versus existing skylines.
John Strachey warns India could drift toward totalitarianism if the second five year plan falters. He notes India’s path to industrialization might yield a predominantly socialist society while preserving democratic institutions. He speaks after visiting India's Statistical Institute and discussing a 1 billion dollar development scheme with the planning commission.
In Willoughby suburb a bait shop operator, Larry Cooper, converted a cigarette dispenser to release worms after hours for local fisher folk. Patrons insert a quarter, pull a plunger, and receive a worm.
Southampton England Charles Yetman 28 discovers his old suit sold for 14 cents by his wife Winifred. He had hidden seventy two dollars in the pockets and fears loss of the money. The incident highlights a small domestic dispute over a thrift bargain.
A Better Homes and Gardens feature promises seven do it yourself decorating inspirations to make a home look luxurious without high expense. Includes tips for stylish touches, with promotion for the September issue.
A fragment describes Ramsey Island near St David's in Wales offered for sale for 42000. The note mentions its tiny population of four and lack of telephone service as a peace issue, along with a legend about the ghost of St.
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