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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1956
Page
4
A devotional excerpt contrasts the proud tongue with humility, noting that God abhors pride. It suggests that weak men boast falsely while great men tend to be the humblest, aligning virtue with restraint and sober judgment.
The piece argues that Russia conducts more secret nuclear tests than the United States, despite U S tests being publicly announced. It notes public protests and a World Court threat over tests at Finwe tok, and contrasts American aid with Soviet secrecy on foreign aid. It also mentions Indian delegate Erichna Menon and a general perception gap about who tests more.
The article notes a trend toward spending above necessities due to low time deposit rates. It reports New York banks raising time deposit interest from 2 to 2 1 2 percent as a turning point.
The piece discusses possible shifts in savings rates as New York banks consider boosting from 3 percent to as high as 31 percent. It examines effects on U S securities, state and local bonds, and broader borrowing costs while noting potential benefits of higher personal savings.
Harold E. Stassen warns that the H bomb secret now held by Britain Russia and the United States could gradually spread to all nations within about a year. He fears small fanatical states might use the weapon to dominate others if disarmament progress fails.
A column compiling the most interesting editorials culled from daily arrivals from forty newspapers. The digest highlights varied opinions and commentary on current events, reflecting regional perspectives and public sentiment.
The Oregonian notes a fashion shift among high school girls from flats and shapeless skirts to bright prints and puffed petticoats. The piece, tongue in cheek, highlights changes in teen dress and the social gaze of young men.
A look back at 1955 highlights includes Hilly Graham invited by Queen label to preach at Windsor Royal Lodge and luncheon with the Queen and Duke. A four ton elephant killed a man in Texas after a truck overturn. Red Gate Farm Aberdeen Angus sale records $25,000. 3951 strawberry crop forecast at 6,127,350 crates, up from 1940s averages. Allied tank force crossed Korea’s 38th parallel during a major advance. Adrian J. LaRue USS Boxer in Korean waters. Nationwide rail strike disrupts economy with no quick settlement. Local families visit Chestertown and Virginia Beach. social events in Leesburg and Tyrone households.
A friend in Pennsylvania sent Mr. Thomas W. Steele a five foot black snake. Mr and Mrs George W Oyler celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their home on South Kent Street. Mr Charles Shiner left for Roanoke to pitch in a baseball game between the Roanoke team and Lynchburg.
A slow national mood leads to minimal primary crowds and low political energy. Eisenhower remains unopposed but tops opponents in votes, while Stevenson Kefauver Harriman fade. Analysts cite no dramatic figures or fresh issues and predict a dull election drive.
A reflection on bargaining and gullibility shows how the desire for a bargain leads to poor purchases and moral slips. The piece warns against marketing tricks and the devilish lure of hurry and false promises, noting liquor ads promise distinction and family happiness with hidden costs.
The film presents reports from credible witnesses who claim to have seen flying saucers and reproduces many photographs. After a press preview, newsmen described it as dealing with credible observers of relatively incredible things.
Report shows 24 hour rainfall ending 8 30 am today with May total 1 01 inches and year to date 12 77 inches The average annual rainfall over 43 years is 36 95 inches Monthly averages from 1912 to 1955 list 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 67 December 2 46
A compact guide for diabetics traveling by plane or auto. Carry candy for insulin reactions and a detailed identification card with insulin dosage and diet. Insulin may heat and flow faster at altitude. injections can be done discreetly. Test urine for sugar to monitor control and use self heating tablets in a travel kit.
A quiz claims daily scoring bands from Memory Genius to Good. Page 2 provides the correct answers for a 10 day test with ten sample questions across oddity ordnance Bible science and language topics.
A dense TV guide listing evening programs. includes I Married Joan Howdy Doody Footlight Theater News Caravan and Flintlike entries. Notable items feature Robert Cummings in Lets Live a Little, Boxing J Summerslin vs Satterfield, and The Late Show Terror Street with Dan Duryea and Ann Gudrun.
A dense listing outlines Thursday programs across channels with times from 12 noon to 4:30 PM. Programs include Tennessee Ernie Ford Sh, Feather Your Nest, High Lonesome, Susie, Date with Life, Queen for a Day, Pete's Place, Love of Life, Guiding Light, Jack Paar Show, and The Big Pay-Off.
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