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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1956
Page
4
The Winchester Star issue of December 10 1956 features the editors H F Byrd Jr and staff with notices and ads. A standard daily edition notes circulation and regional representation while opening with a biblical quote about worldly wisdom.
Iceland extended the Keflavik air base accord amid economic strain from NATO allies and Russian pressure. The piece notes U S funds fueled inflation and labor shortages, while Iceland pivots on broader alliance mercy and economic ties.
Those Special Days column notes Maryland will not designate December 7 as Pearl Harbor Day. Governor McKeldin cites crowded calendars with many observances and prefers celebrating victories over remembering attacks. He lists overlapping events like Super Market Month, March of Dimes, Ash Wednesday and other weeks.
The passage discusses how spending money abroad freely yields both economic penalties and benefits. It notes impacts on domestic prices, exchange rates, and national balance of payments, highlighting how outward receipts influence inflation and investment returns.
Washington reports that Harry Bridges longshoremen's strike power could block statehood for Hawaii and Alaska in the 1957 session. Democrats oppose Hawaii while Republicans doubt Alaska. Bridges' influence on Capitol Hill complicates admission prospects and ties to broader labor and political calculations.
The Manchester Guardian notes a discussion on the origin of the three cornered sandwich. A. W. S. cites art and a racing crowd favored English recipe from Escoffier to make a Beef Sandwich de Bookmaker with steak, mustard, and horseradish, prepared under pressure for travel to the races.
Ginger the collie guided two New York boys out of a woods where they were lost after a night in the open. The dog refused to follow them, leading to a highway where motorists gave them a lift. Ginger’s notoriety grows as media outlets and world figures note her direction and loyalty.
From the Files of the Star H. B. McCormar Jr. was re elected president of the Apple Blossom Festival. The 1951 Festival cost 26090 dollars. Also noted are auctions, investments, and local civic updates including a dam completion costing 62000 dollars and other regional events.
Sacramento based report quotes Dr. Herman T. Spieth of the University of California as warning that the United States will have to import food by the year 2000 A D if the population continues to rise at the current rate.
The word comb hemp traces back to pulling hemp or wool with a hackle in the 16th century. This act of combing and separating fibers became a metaphor for sharp cutting remarks or heckling in later usage.
Data show past 48 hours ending 8:30 am recorded rainfall .25 inches in December to date .27 inches for 1958 to date .43.59 inches average annual rainfall over 43 years 36.95 inches. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1975 list January 2.45, February 1.95, March 2.98, April 3.10, May 3.90, June 3.90, July 2.69, August 3.99, September 2.65, October 3.22, November 2.57, December 2.46 inches.
A painless heart exam is described with steps from patient history to pulse check blood pressure chest tapping and stethoscope listening. It notes eye examination fluoroscope ECG electrocardiograph and occasional lab tests to diagnose heart and vessel conditions.
A reflection on how greatness is often unrecognized in life and honored after death. The essay cites Jesus Socrates Bach Newton and Bach as examples, noting contemporaries overlook talent while later generations praise it. It urges focus on conscience and honest deeds over public praise.
A brief 10 day IQ style test asks 10 mixed questions from history science and language. It assigns ranks from Memory Genius to Good based on correct answers and directs readers to Page 2 for the correct solutions.
Community groups call for buying and using Christmas Seals to fund tuberculosis campaigns. The effort promotes awareness and raises funds through charity stamps during the holiday season.
Washington reports the United States closed the last fiscal year with a surplus of 1.625 billion dollars. The Treasury Department announced the final figure after incorporating late receipts and expenditures. The result is about 139 million below the July estimate, with receipts and outlays both higher than previously estimated and spending rising more.
Detroit School Superintendent Samuel M Brownell says teachers earn 15 cents an hour per pupil, for 35 pupils, over six hours daily for 190 days totaling about 6000 dollars. He compares this to babysitters who charge more for less skilled care.
A holiday baking favorite for over 25 years, Southern Fruit Cake is promoted with phrases about its fruit and nut content and slow baking. The ad notes availability at grocers in various sizes and gift packaging priced from $1.09 to $6.95.
Channel 5 features Billy Johnson and The Great Gildersleeve with News at 9:15 and a Sign Off after 12:15. Channel 5 also airs The Fun House and The Billy Johnson Show earlier. Channel 7 showcases Sky King Danny Thomas and Rosemary Clooney with News at 11 and Night Show sign off at 12:45. Channel 9 presents Cisco Kid Adventures of Robin Hood Burns & Allen I Love Lucy and Studio One with a Late Show at 11:15.
Daytime and afternoon lineups feature soap operas like Valiant Lady and Guiding Light, plus film festivals, game shows, and variety programs. Notable entries include It Could Be You, Rag ing Torrents, The Green Scarf, The Black Orchid, and My Little Margie with listed hosts and actors.
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