Virginia voters face key choice on constitutional convention
In a pivotal issue Virginia voters must decide whether to call a limited constitutional convention to broaden Section 141. Proponents argue it offers a legal path to preserve segregated schools amid the 1954 Supreme Court ruling on school integration, while opponents fear it could threaten constitutional protections.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Federal Court
Washington
United States
Virginia
Virginia Commission On Education
Supreme Court
Editorial Digest: Virginia School Funding and Section 129
The piece argues Section 129 mandates free public schools but may not guarantee them under all conditions. It cites Governor Stanley and Attorney General Almond, notes possible court appeals only on funding, and urges voters to rely on elected officials to provide finance, while warning the private school funding amendment could divert resources in some localities.
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General Assembly
Gray Commission
Stanley
J. Lindsay Almond
The
Roanoke Times
Mr. Almond
Virginia
Supreme Court
Star backs segregation stance in Virginia education crisis
In a clear editorial the Star urges a FOR vote on the convention and a continuation of segregated schools, arguing a favorable Monday vote is a first step to a longer process. The paper aligns with state educators and endorses a FDR vote, asserting voters may follow their convictions in this free country.
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Star
Virginia
Friendship Fire company names new captain for year
Orin Ritter was elected captain of the Friendship Fire company for the coming year. The Star notes Mrs. Marvin Griffin, widow elect of Georgia, is the former Miss Mary Elizabeth Smith of Frederick County. Two Japanese lovers were rescued after 33 hours near a volcanic lava flow. Tony Accardo refused to testify to Senate investigators, facing contempt citation.
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Friendship Fire Company
Orin Ritter
The
Star
Marvin Griffin
Georgia
Mary Elizabeth Smith
Frederick County
Tain
Anthony J
Tony) Accardo
Chicago
Senate
Local Fire Company Leaders Re-elected for 10th Year
Loryn M. Crabill was re-elected captain of the Sarah Zane Fire Company for the tenth consecutive year. Carson C. Dettra was elected president of the Charles Reuss Fire Company. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Siebel of Ellensburg, Washington, visited Mr. and Mrs. John A. Kern on Cameron Street.
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Loryn M. Crabill
Sarah Zane Fire Company
Carson C. Dettra
Charles Reuss Fire Company
A. H. Siebel
Ellensburg
Washington
John A. Kern
Cameron Street
Frederick County Fatalities Rise in Year End Toll
The Star reports that 17 people died on Frederick county highways in the just ended year. George H. Eagle Jr. was reelected captain.
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the Star
Frederick
George H. Eagle, Jr
Educator argues for referendum on Virginia education plan
A Virginia educator defends public schools amid a 1956 referendum debate. He supports Gray Commission proposals to allow tuition grants for white and colored students, preserves local self government, and rejects forced integration while keeping Section 129 intact and compulsory attendance laws unchanged.
How's Your I Q? A 10 Day Question Quiz
A brief quiz lists 10 questions across topics from history to science and language. It asks about firearms in Japan, flag laws, Paul’s citizenship, New England state government, Cleveland Abbe’s nationality, atom versus molecule, robber fly behavior, Bermuda visas, tobacco word origin, and Caesar quotes with a truth bias.
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Japan
U. S
Paul
New England
Cleveland Abbe
Bermuda
Caesar
Parking meter jackpot at Grand Rapids penny haul
Howard Ollman grew annoyed when a Grand Rapids meter refused pennies. He shook the meter and mined a stash of 116 pennies, which he turned over to police.
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Grand Rapids, Mich
Howard Ollman
Letter on school integration in Virginia debate
A Winchester clergyman clarifies his role in a public forum on January 5 about amending Virginia Section 141 to fund tuition grants to prevent enforced integration. He defends nonpartisan intent, notes speakers were invited by civic groups, and argues against sensationalized coverage while urging community service and responsible discussion.
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the Star
Virginia
Washington
Handley High School
Rotary, Kiwanis, Exchange and
Lions
Civic Clubs
Christ Church
Winchester
The Quicksilver Pool Chapter Twenty Seven
Lora tends Jemmy as Hamlin the dog is taken away after an accidental mess in Grandmother Tyler's room. Jemmy blames Hamlin for the trouble while Wade stays out of sight and Mrs Tyler voices anger at the pet's fate. Lora suspects Wade is involved in war work.
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Zora
Wade
Jemmy
Mother Tyler
Mrs. Tyler
Lora
Hamlin
Papa
Ellie
Grandmother
Lorie
Peter
Ham
Regrets and Resolve in a Family Turmoil
Jemmy grapples with his father’s anger and illness as Lora Tyler supports him. Mrs Tyler urges action to save Hamlin while Peter confronts a harmful dog issue. Lora plans to talk with Peter and locate a path to protect Hamlin and reveal family tensions.
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Lancaster
Thomas Jefferson
Virginia Willontinue
I. Q
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R. J. Scott
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Urkestan
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