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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1955
Page
4
The Daily Telegraph announces subscription and advertising details for West Virginia readers. It lists rates by mail and in person, mentions association with the Associated Press, and provides contact information for advertising and circulation.
Fragmentary religious verse notes Jesus as son of God and savior figures, mentioning the Father’s authority and the risen Lord. The text blends biblical reference with devotional phrases and poetic interjections.
A Chicago dispatch notes Christmas packages will feature spacemen, pastel colors, and opulent wrappings. Traditional red and green remain, but foil papers, metallic textures, parchment with silk screened stars, and gold silver inks appear on deluxe gift wrap as Santa’s presentation rises beyond past years.
Recent weeks reveal gaps in science and higher mathematics in many high schools. Administrators plan curriculum upgrades with patron support, aiming to better prepare graduates for university and college work. Small-town schools can provide strong math physics science and engineering offerings alongside larger cities.
A feature recalls contests where winners could raid toy departments in New York Kansas City and San Francisco with values rising westward. The New York haul reached 668 dollars the Kansas City total 775 and San Francisco topped at 1100 dollars. The piece humorously notes men prefer hardware rewards and wonders about adult versions on game shows.
A reflection on the difficulty of maintaining accurate records in modern times. The statement underscores concerns about truth and accountability in data management and public records.
The piece notes Sherman’s view of war and reminds taxpayers that peace is costly. It predicts at least one more year of conflict, references Khrushchev’s easing, and criticizes a capitalistic warmonger plot. It also mentions fewer Reds in government but persistent red ink in the budget.
The piece notes Stevenson's weak reception in Florida and the South, where Kefauver support persists and Eisenhower loyalists fear alienating voters. It argues Stevenson may recapture some Dixie votes, but the GOP has failed to build a stable Southern Republican base. The column ends: the South may become a two party region under social pressure.
Reporters discuss Cecil B DeMille’s Ten Commandments timing and special effects while Novak, Monroe, and Williams face career moves. Studio battles over publicity budgets, casting rumors, and plans for Bus Stop and Aquacade shifts unfold amid gossip and industry churn.
In a vivid anecdote Robert Ruark recalls an Australian traveler in Port Said faced with intrusive locals. The group is pressed by a crowd and a pest who repeats insults while offering dubious services. Peter stays calm and negotiates a safe exit with politeness.
The writer notes deteriorating ties with Arab nations centered on Palestine and arms. He recalls Cairo riots under Farouk, the risk to foreigners on shore leave, and praises Ambassador Jefferson Caffery for avoiding danger. The piece emphasizes oil as a shared global concern.
Businessmen mix fun with selling as campaigns use weight prizes, oversized advertising, and playful contests. Examples include a Brockton Taunton Gas Co stove gatecrashing a house, a Brooklyn window promotion with keys, Boise广告 offering weight based allowances, and toy department scavenger contests for children.
A satirical look at two enduring ad clichés the phony hillbilly pitch and the inferiority complex advertisement. The piece mocks overblown sales patter and tired gimmicks while noting the irony of clever copywriters and an age of gadgetry.
Washington reports the FTC, after study since 1954, requires honest advertising and labeling in girdle trade. The Corset and Brassiere associations and manufacturers must ensure claims about shaping health or beauty are truthful and disclose material contents. Salesladies and writers must avoid unverified benefits and tags must specify fabric composition.
A report notes a breach of phony price lists and selling seconds as first grade items. The piece hints at doubt over perception, suggesting deception in a tight market and commentary on male certainty.
A columnist notes Senator Soaper advocates selective service changes that could delay fathers from eligibility and recalls a WWI quip about the draft. An atomic scientist claims Hiroshima’s bomb was moved from a cargo ship for jukebox space, hinting at future uses of atomic power. Adlai Stevenson cites his children’s approval as a modern alibi in a campaign bid.
President Eisenhower expresses gratitude for how his staff operated while he was ill. He notes the average worker would prefer not to see the office run smoothly when he himself is off duty.
The piece discusses Republican and Democrat stances in the 1940s campaigns, criticizing the lack of public debate on foreign relations. It notes figures like Teft MacArthur McCarthy and Eisenhower era policy, with references to Teheran Yalta and the need for disclosure of government documents and diaries to fuel campaign arguments.
A Daily Telegraph reminiscence column notes events from fifty to thirty years past. Mentioned are Cc R McCorkle of Richlands on a trip, Henriitte of Welch’s tasting, Mr and Mrs R H Giberson of Roanoke visiting the city, and a Bluefield business trip. General Marshall testified about Pearl Harbor fears amid wartime notes and naval activity along the coast.
The United States navy acknowledged a 200 million dollar mistake in ordering jet planes due to underpowered engines. The miss is presented with sardonic tone as a taxpayer loss and Pentagon misfortune.
Leonard Hall reports to Eisenhower on party finances at Gettysburg session and Dewey aligned aides push for a second term. Officials like Sherman Adams and Herbert Brownell consult Dewey while others doubt Ike will run, planning a cautious public hint and a short convention.
A reflective verse fragment describes autumn scenery and distance to a friend. The speaker notes aging and approaching winter while considering writing a letter that may burn to smoke. The tone advises against writing in sadness and evokes imagery of leaves rain and fading light.
A Philadelphia Bulletin editorial argues for a two decade plan to reduce surpluses without dumping or government loss. It calls for a flexible persistent program with enforcement and high farmer income while keeping consumer prices low.
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