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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1956
Page
1
A nine ton mountain of chocolate blocked a road near Torbole Italy after a candy truck overturned. Local authorities worked to clear the site and manage traffic as chocolate spilled across the roadway. No injuries were reported.
President Eisenhower enters Walter Reed Army Hospital for a head to toe medical examination with emphasis on heart recovery. Doctors say he appears in good condition though a thorough weekend exam will provide a clearer picture. Weight discussed as 168 pounds with goals near 172. He will leave Saturday to attend the Gridiron Club banquet.
Governor Herman Talmadge announced his bid for the US Senate after Senator Walter F. George quit the race. The Georgia Democrat vows to fight federal desegregation orders, warning of upheaval if race policies are overturned and pledging to defend the state and Southern way of life on a national stage.
Iowa sees a sharp rise in traffic deaths with young drivers and speed a major factor. In the first quarter of 1955 teenage drivers in fatal crashes jumped to 30, speeds of 70 mph plus rose from 8 to 29, and drinking drivers involved increased from 20 to 40.
The Washington School Board plans five new buses with Wayne bodies to serve routes already laid out. Chassis type remains under study with a possible Friday special meeting for a final decision. The county board must approve all routes to prevent overlap among districts.
AP reports the State Medical Association warns first aiders apply tourniquets too often. They say most external bleeding can be controlled by firm direct pressure with a cloth pad. Tourniquets should be reserved for severe life threatening hemorrhage when other methods fail.
Rev. Sam Morris of San Antonio sits in the office of Iowa Insurance Commissioner O. P. Bennett to press his reinstatement as president of Preferred Risk Mutual Insurance Co. after being ousted for hiring drinkers. He vows daily 8 to 8:30 and 4:30 sit ins until reinstatement, action by the commissioner, policyholders’ meeting, or divine call.
The House Ways and Means Committee tentatively approved taxes on tubeless tires and on record players, tape and wire recorders, aligning them with existing phonograph taxes. It also recommended repeal of taxes on waxers and floor polishers and on gas operated incinerator units to curb tax-advantaged competition.
Washington Youth board members discussed a May 26 dress up dance for high school age youths at the Youth Center. Larry Cochran led the meeting naming committees for decorations and arrangements. A new record player will provide music and a $15 gift from Y-Teens was designated toward it. Earlier plans covered summer cleaning and redecorating.
Washington reports major insurers rejected President Eisenhower's plan for a voluntary health pool due to antitrust obstacles. Insiders say small firms may still join, keeping the idea alive while officials hint at reviving a federal reinsurance approach. Marion Folsom pushed for broader benefits amid the impasse.
West Chester hosts a charter night with 110 guests from Lockridge Crawfordsville Wellman Keokuk and Fairfield. Cliff Thoma National director lauds Lions International founded 1917 in Dallas Texas and praises Crawfordsville sponsor. Charter presented by Glenn Hill Keokuk. entertainment by Fairfield and local seniors.
French forces faced rebel bands shouting Jihad as they attacked in spring offensives across eastern and western Algeria. Reports indicate heavy rebel losses with estimates up to 1,000 killed, while FLN units struck in the Oran and Constantine departments and near coastal and Saharan zones.
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles told the House Foreign Affairs Committee that a $4.9 billion foreign aid program is vital to national and world security. He warned against reckless cuts, seeking only slight adjustments if necessary, while noting ongoing improvements in peace prospects.
The Washington Public School system announces a full staff hired for the 1956 57 term. Twelve new teachers signed contracts including Mary E Rehmel Delores Mitchell Neela Kubicek Patricia Smith and others. Transfers and new principals John Phleger at the high school and John Calkins at the junior high school are also noted with several duty changes among current teachers.
About 2200000 automobiles are registered in Venezuela and an estimated 90 percent are American-made according to the report.
Pella Iowa hosts Tulip Time for its three day festival featuring 25 000 tulips city tours parades Dutch street dancers and an amateur production of Call Me Madam Sandra Cummings a Central College sophomore 19 will reign over the festival with a new opening scene tying the musical to the festival themes.
United Press reports Senator George D. Aiken questioned a compromise feed grain provision in a farm bill backed by Eisenhower administration farm leaders. The Senate Agriculture Committee approved the measure 8 to 4 but Aiken withdrew support after reviewing a printed copy, while Chairman Ellender expects a presidential signature. The piece notes the coyote’s size and resemblance to a jackal.
Britain faces a parliamentary clash after Labor pushes a debate on the disappearance of retired Cmdr Lionel Crabb, believed to have died under a Soviet cruiser during Khrushchev and Bulganin's visit. Eden's government, under pressure, agrees to discuss the mystery next week.
In Montreal a late mediation session between seamen unions and two Great Lakes companies stalled with no agreement. A noon strike deadline passed with no visible walkout, though Federal Mediator Goldenberg believed the strike had begun. The Upper Lakes and St. Lawrence Transportation Co. reported canal boats in Montreal harbor still operating.
Gov. Leo A. Hoegh said he will not ask for a drought disaster declaration for southwest Iowa now after a report shows 26 of 27 drought threatened counties voted against it. Appanoose County approved 54 to 39. concerns over meeting notice and survey validity were raised by farmers. Lucas County warned of possible disaster in two to three weeks.
Ames Iowa UP The largest student run festival in the nation opened at Iowa State College with about 175 000 expected over three days. Eight thousand five hundred students work on the Veishea festival a major open house with parades musical and theatrical shows a horse show and athletic events. Diana Baker 19 Peterson will reign as queen. A two mile parade features high school bands and 80 floats. An ROTC helicopter patient lift and 105 mm howitzer display will be featured. Veishea derives its name from department initials.
Scattered thunderstorms roll north tonight with extreme northeast brief Friday morning. Partly cloudy in the southwest tonight and Friday. Central areas to see scattered storms late Friday. Lows 50s north and west, 60s southeast. Friday highs 60s northwest and 80s southeast. Saturday brings scattered showers and thunderstorms with mild temperatures.
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