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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1956
Page
1
A nationwide AP poll shows GOP leaders firmly backing Nixon for the presidential nomination with Eisenhower's choice expected to be Nixon. Stassen's bid to replace Nixon with Herter faded, and most leaders expect Nixon to secure the nomination at the San Francisco convention.
Paris fashion news reports Christian Dior presenting a magnet line with ankle length dresses mixed into a short skirt collection. The show drew gasps and applause amid expectations of scandal while previewing a possible New Look with broader hip shaping and daring necklines. Also noted is a Dutch skirt style and emphasis on shoulder bust and hips.
Navy doctor testified at the court martial of S. Sgt. Matthew C. McKeon that he was sober about 9 p.m. after leading 74 recruits into Ribbon Creek marsh where six drowned. The defense challenged drunkenness while the government prepares to close its case.
Frederick County farm incomes rose above regional levels in the past year with a gross income of 7.747 million dollars and 6 100 residents. Crop and livestock incomes totaled 3.085 million and 3.835 million respectively while per capitas averaged 1 270. SRDS cites mechanization and efficiency as drivers with optimism for future farm policy and distribution of surpluses.
Virginia Democrats prepare a convention plank blasting the Supreme Court desegregation ruling and civil rights legislation while endorsing interposition and States rights reaffirmation. Governor Stanley leads a resolutions committee to back an anti integration program, as Republicans avoid bold court talk to aid Eisenhower.
The Gray Commission debated two compromise options on pupil assignment with opponents seeking to withhold funds from integrated localities and supporters proposing funds cuts only after disorder. Governor Stanley backed the plan minus the assignment phase while seeking authority to withhold funds from integrated schools. Arlington County plans to admit about 60 Black students in 33 schools as Southside factions push a massive resistance stance.
Frederick County officials depart for the State Democratic Convention in Richmond. The delegation includes John F. Anderson, Fred C. Braithwaite, G Grover Teets, Edgar S. Marple, Earl S. Bailey, W Erle Edwards, and 25 others with alternates listed. The convention begins tomorrow morning.
Mike Sibole, four, in Orlando has his left artificial eye fitted after cancerous eye removal. He asks, Do I look pretty again as he leaves bandages off. Surgeon approves immediate fit. a better match will follow. He plans a Miami trip next month and attends preschool for blind children.
Harold Stassen announced he will avoid adverse comment about any Republican until a new sentiment poll on a party vice presidential candidate is released. He spoke after a breakfast with GOP Chairman Leonard Hall and reiterated his support for Gov. Chris Herter as Ike’s strongest running mate. Stassen said the poll should be ready in about a week.
The State Health Department announced that adults in Virginia may now receive Salk polio vaccine shots. Previously the vaccine was limited to children under 20 and pregnant women, but it can now be made available commercially in drug stores for adults.
The 84th Congress pressed toward adjournment with key measures in play. Final bills include a $3.77 billion foreign aid package, a Social Security bill for disabled workers and early retirees, a housing program, and last money measures for military construction and atomic energy projects. The Senate and House trade enactments as civil rights efforts stall.
President Syngman Rhee urges new and modern weapons for U N troops in Korea amid armistice bans. He cites alleged Soviet and Communist arms buildup in North Korea and warns against misreading any easing of military strength as reducing danger to the free world.
Summer weather returned after heavy rains with 86 degrees today and a forecast of hot humid conditions tomorrow. Showers are possible in the mountains today with scattered chances tomorrow afternoon or evening. Tonight's low is expected 60 to 66 degrees, while last year at this date saw 92 degrees.
After a nine hour overnight recess negotiators resumed talks in New York seeking a three year no strike contract to end the steel walkout. An outline reportedly agreed earlier faces detailed settlement delays as industry chiefs and union leaders push for committee approval of wage and benefit terms including a 50 cent hourly package.
Two men in rubberized colored masks robbed the Bristol Country Club night manager Howard Henninger of about $700 as he deposited receipts. Police have two suspects for questioning with no charges filed. The holdup occurred about midnight after guests left. the men forced entry, demanded the safe, and fled with mixed bills and silver.
Chief J Thomas Boyd announced the citys first policewomen to serve as school crossing guards. Three were selected from about a dozen applicants: Mrs Betty Lee Giffin at John Kerr School, Mrs Eloise B Clark at Quarles Elementary, and Mrs Louise F White at Virginia Avenue School. They will cover three crossings, wear uniforms, and work 2 hours 40 minutes daily during school sessions with three daily shifts.
A fog bound collision off Nantucket between the Italian liner Andrea Doria and another oce an liner resulted in three deaths and hundreds of injuries. Rescue ships saved all 1,634 passengers and crew before the Doria sank mid morning.
Passengers named aboard the Swedish motor ship Stockholm collided with the Italian liner Andrea Doria off Nantucket. Listed travelers include Miss Lina Abt of Martinsburg West Virginia Henry Wolffsen and Mrs Wolffsen of Hagerstown Maryland.
Coast Guard radio messages describe the liner Andrea Doria sinking in 225 feet of water at 10 09 a m. after collision with the Stockholm. The ship went down about 11 hours after impact with limited crew still aboard trying pumps to stem the list.
The Andrea Doria and the Swedish liner Stockholm collision stranded hundreds of Americans in Italy. The Andrea Doria was to sail to New York on August 14 with over 1,100 booked guests. Italian line officials said Guilio Cesare was reassigned to help handle peak North American summer traffic and other liners may fill gaps.
Mostly fair conditions with a chance of mountain showers and warm humid Friday. East region highs near 65 to 70 while west reaches 60 to 66. Scattered showers expected in the after noon or evening.
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