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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1956
Page
4
Flag Day 1956 Tribute Urges Vigilance for Old Glory
The piece recalls flag displays across towns and homes on Flag Day 1956. It emphasizes that the flag’s freedom was earned in blood and urges Americans to stay vigilant against forces at home and abroad seeking to undermine Old Glory and promote communism.
Highway Bill Faces Davis Bacon Wage Debate
A pivotal point in the federal highway bill centers on the Davis Bacon prevailing wage requirement and Case Fulbright amendments. Senators from both parties pressure Congress amid concerns of higher costs, state cooperation, and potential wage distortions across regions. Senator Byrd discusses the bill’s purpose versus wage controls and their economic impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. Department of Labor
Case
Secretary of Labor
Fulbright
Congress
Sen
Byrd
Serious challenge to states rights and federal power cited
The piece warns that Supreme Court rulings are stripping states of powers and concentrating authority in Washington. It cites the preemption doctrine and quotes Senator Byrd and Senator Long, urging Congress action to preserve states’ rights and local governance amid rising federal reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Supreme Court
Washington
Congress
Virginia
Harry Bird
Senate
U. S. Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Byrd
Russell B. Long
Dem. la
Advocates of Big Government Target State Highway Spending
The piece argues that highway costs could rise 10 to 20 percent and that all other road programs would see funding cuts and mileage reduced. It critiques a shift of power to Washington, aiming to veto local agreements and wages, and warns this federal standardization erodes local self government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timates
Washington
Editorial Digest Highlights From Daily Papers
Below we publish the most interesting editorials culled from the 40 newspapers coming to this office daily. The digest showcases progressive opinions, policy debates, and reflections on national affairs presented by varied editorial voices.
Ground breaking honors for Winchester-Frederick War Memorial Center
Burr P. Harrison spoke at the Winchester Frederick County War Memorial Center ground breaking ceremony. Other notes include local civic leaders re elected and education milestones such as VPI graduate degrees. Historical items also mention a 30 dead in a LeMans race crash and regional social visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burr P. Harrison
Winchester-Frederick County War Memorial Center
Lemans
France
Charles A. Harris
Winchester Association of Life Underwriters
Forest Fire In Eastern Arizona Still Out of Control
A Clifton Arizona dispatch reports a forest fire in Eastern Arizona has scorched over 3000 acres and remains uncontrolled with containment uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifton
Arizona
Views Clash in Capital Over Khrushchev Speech
In Washington two starkly different readings of Khrushchev’s revelations emerge. One faction says the speech changes nothing and serves domestic aims, while another urges a cautious but clearer shift toward engagement with Moscow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Khrushchev
Moscow
Stalin
United States
West
White House
State Department
Capitol Hill
Washington
How's Your I. Q.? A Daily 10 Day Quiz
A reader quiz lists 10 questions across topics like memory, science, Bible, nature and word lore. It offers scoring by daily accuracy and hints at correct answers on page 2.
Hotel Berghaus Jungfraujoch Highest European Elevation
The Hotel Berghaus at Jungfraujoch in Switzerland sits at 11,340 feet above sea level. It is reached by a mountain railway from Interlaken and offers year round snow and an underground Ice Palace with skating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Berghaus
Jungfraujoch
Switzerland
Interlaken
Rainfall Totals Against 43 Year Averages
Rainfall figures show no rain in the past 24 hours up to 8 30 a m. June rainfall totals are 143 inches for 1956 and 15 19 inches overall. Average annual rainfall over 43 years is 36 95 inches with monthly means from 1912 to 1955 including January 2 45 February 1 95 March 2 98 April 3 10 May 3 90 June 2 90 July 3 69 August 3 99 September 2 65 October 3 22 November 2 57 December 2 46.
Mild exercise advice for aging athletes warns against overdoing activity
The piece cautions that adults, especially those over 35, should avoid strenuous routines like long golf rounds or softball doubleheaders. It notes arteries age faster than muscles, signs of overexertion include fatigue and poor sleep, and that mild exercise can boost mood. It also discusses goiter treatment with iodine or propylthiouracil under medical supervision.
Strength For The Day By ft i glass
Commentary on honesty in business discussing crime rates and embezzlement in banks. The piece opines that despite some dishonesty, most people in the United States and Canada are generally honest in business dealings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. i Glass
United States
Canada
Prewar cars on the road and a woodpecker’s pole damage
The discussion notes 8 200 000 prewar cars still in use, part of an expected 62 million 1955 registrations. It adds the pileated woodpecker digs large holes in telephone poles, reportedly drilling 9 by 5 inch holes through 24 inch poles, earning the nickname tree chopper extraordinary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Television Schedule Roundup for Channels Four Five Nine
A dense listing of prime time lineups across Channels 4 5 and 9. Highlights include Superman Dinah Shore News Caravan Project 20 Fireside Theater Circle Theater Big Town Tonight with Steve Allen Happity Skippity Doo Western Marshal Baseball Washington vs Kansas City and The $64 000 Question plus late night Talk and variety programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flight
Newsome
Superman
Dinah Shore
News Caravan
Fireside Theater
Circle Theater
H.R
Big Town
Sprague
Waether
Paul
Steve Allen
Daytime and Evening TV Guide Highlights for Channel 7
The schedule lists daytime and early evening viewings across multiple programs and hosts. Highlights include It Could Be You, Feather Your Nest, Matinee Theater, Queen for a Day, I Married Joan, The Edge of the Night, Mickey Mouse, Guiding Light, and The Bob Crosby Show among others with air times from noon to 6 PM and into the evening.
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the Fireball
Mickey Rooney
Pat O'Brien
Tennessee Ernie Ford
Joan Susie
Ann Sothern
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