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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1956
Page
4
The Winchester newspaper copy cites editor H F Byrd Jr and national representatives Gallagher DeLisser Inc. It notes office contacts in New York City and Winchester mail details. The issue includes religious quotes from Psalm 42 3 and biblical reflections on faith.
The National Safety Council warns 1956 may set a record with about 40,000 highway deaths, surpassing 1941's 39,696. Vehicle growth and miles driven drive the rise, though some big cities like Los Angeles and Chicago have seen lower rates. The public can prevent many deaths with known, applicable measures.
In Athens Greek rioters attacked United States Information Agency offices over Cyprus. Police repelled the mob as barbed wire protected the American Embassy. The clash follows years of anti American sentiment tied to Cyprus, while Washington notes U S aid and effort to secure allies.
The article notes synthetic rubber now makes up 61 percent of new U S rubber consumption and could reduce reliance on imports from Ceylon Liberia and Malaya. It cites wartime disruption and praises civilian scientists for keeping U S forces supplied. Goodrich Gulf Chemicals expects the lab product to become cheaper than imports.
A concise briefing collecting notable editorial opinions from multiple newspapers. Highlights reflect diverse perspectives on current events, policy debates, and public concerns as editors weigh implications and call for action.
A new scientific development aims to produce synthetic natural rubber matching the composition and properties of the real material. Since rubber prices rose in the early 1900s U S scientists have pursued a true substitute. World War II produced general purpose synthetics, but this breakthrough seeks closer parity with natural rubber.
A six year old, sick and in bed, pleads to see her father, a clergyman. The mother explains he is busy and must not be disturbed, but the child repeats her request insisting she wants to see her minister.
Two matronly women consult a travel agent seeking total seclusion away from civilization yet within close reach of a pleasant shopping district. They request a peaceful retreat with accessible retail amenities.
Admiral Radford testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee charging the American press with creating a “picture of confusion” that harmed foreign policy. He blamed reporters for reporting shifts and inconsistencies while others note his own past roles in military policy and diplomacy. The piece critiques the administration and press for confusion shaping NATO and U.S. stance abroad.
A 10 day 100 question quiz rates memory prowess with daily scores. Questions cover Magellan circumnavigation Bible dispersion Diaspora and more including science chemistry boxing cats and drowning myths. Answers appear on page 2.
Rainfall for the 24 hours ending 8:30 a.m. today shows trace May rain for the date. Cumulative May rainfall to date is 0.31 inches in 1956, with year to date at 11.83 inches. Average annual rainfall over 43 years is 36.95 inches. Monthly averages from 1912-1955: January 2.45, February 1.95, March 2.98, April 3.10, May 3.90, June 3.90, July 3.69, August 3.99, September 2.65, October 3.22, November 2.57, December 2.46.
Dr Bundesen offers frame selection tips to complement facial features and skin tone. He advises frame width for balance, nose-bridge height for nose length, and outer corner ornamentation for close-set eyes. Color choices should harmonize with eyes hair and complexion for different hair colors and eye shades.
General Ridgway questions civilian cuts and plans to retire as army chief of staff. General Taylor to replace him. Bradley testifies on MacArthur dismissal, saying the US is not prepared for a global showdown with Russia. Bailey Brothers General Merchandise closes after 47 years. Private Lewis at Camp Polk, and Miss Emmons wed Alex Evans.
A brief retrospective notes that in 1946 T Newton Oather was named to a school position, reflecting the career change and local education leadership at that time.
Mr and Mrs H K Russell hosted Miss Marie Brown of New York as a guest. Mrs Alexander Barrie traveled to Philadelphia for a week's visit. Mrs Grace Homar of Gaylord visited her sister Mrs Henry Renner at Summit Point.
The query asks about the use of you with a singular verb and whether the author of the song line is known. It notes historic grammar usage and seeks authorship information for the farewell line.
In French Equatorial Africa a farmer named DuBois is forced from his land by encroaching desert and his neighbors leave. His property becomes snake infested, yet he adapts by mastering cobra handling as a survival response.
A man in DuBois extracts venom from snakes and ships it to a laboratory. He built a flourishing anti-snake-bite serum business and adapts to circumstances with remarkable faith. If denied his living, he would still find snakes as his lifeblood, a striking example of resilience.
A dense TV guide lists programs across channels with shows from I Married Joan to The Late Show and movies like Easy Riches and One Woman's Story. Notable guests include Raymond Massey Bruce Seton and Rene Ray with sports and news interludes throughout the night.
A dense guide lists daytime and early evening programs across channels, naming hosts and shows such as Tennessee Ernie Ford, Feather Your Nest, Susie, Inga, Queen for a Day, Pete's Place, The Edge of the Night, and more. It includes film titles like Tom Brown's School Days and Turn the Key Softly with cast notes and time slots.
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