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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1951
Page
1
The essay argues that ideological wars hinge on geography and territorial aims. It links past conflicts to current East West tensions, noting treaties and frontiers as decisive factors. It cites Monroe Doctrine, WW II outcomes, and Soviet relations to illustrate how concrete borders shape diplomacy and war.
The notice lists Associated Press rights and paper placement terms. It outlines carrier and mail subscription rates, including 35 cents and 13.00 per year, with West Virginia coverage and inquiries for other zones. It also provides advertising rate guidance and a local telephone contact.
The Senate questions General Vandenberg about why the United States cannot rely on air power in the Far East, citing a 1949 appropriation cut and a president's refusal to spend funds. The hearings reveal defense tensions, including protests by Symington and Vandenberg, and congressional whitewashing of Navy actions.
A reflective note recalls Isaiah about peaceable habitation and secure homes. It contrasts travel amusement with the ultimate desire for rest, citing Southev’s view on life and journeys. The passage blends biblical phrasing with a travel mindset.
The fifth district congressional contest centers on Mrs. Kee the Democratic challenger against Truman alignment representatives. Voters split on Truman Fair Deal policies and Kee’s stance, with warnings that a Kee victory would signal approval of Truman and Washington leadership, beyond party lines.
The article discusses a proposed constitutional amendment to restrict federal taxation to 25 percent of income, profits, and estate taxes in peacetime. It notes state and local governments face deficits competing with the national government and cites Utah as the 21st state to call Congress for a convention. Action by 11 more states is needed.
An opinion argues the Korean War began to restore self government and punish aggression but has drifted due to many nations involvement. The piece claims UN concerns faded to stalemate, risking more American casualties and deviating from principle. 75,000 Americans have fallen in the conflict.
The poem expresses Morning Glory plants seeking to climb a trellis toward a perpetual heaven. The speaker imagines their yearning for a land where flowers never wither and bowers stay green, wondering if the blooms bleed their glorious heavenly hue toward the sky. The verse ends with contemplation of the flowers' color against the sky.
In a tongue in cheek reminiscence the town’s old time reporter Bill Blake, once with WHIS and Telegraph columnist, recalls a carnival guests’ late night disturbance at a Ronceverte hotel. The improvised enforcement included Blake, police, and a naked couple, ending with a door breached and a joke about an ice water telegram.
A fond reminiscence of John Sorrells former executive editor of Scripps Howard, noted for a sharp brain and painter’s eye. The author recalls Sorrells’ tough, generous character, his rules for journalism, and his wish to obtain an elephant tusk in Africa as a mantlepiece tribute.
A tribute piece recalls a reporter named Sorrells, generous with his reporters and known for sharp wit and vivid behavior. The author describes his curiosity, discipline, colorful speech, and playful bust of personality. The note ends with Nairobi and Casablanca references tied to assignments.
Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis stay with Janet's parents in Westwood amid fittings for The Son of Ali Baba before a brief honeymoon. Clark Gable erases memories of Sylvia and cuts ties with her circle, while George and Tom Conway sell their camera patent.
Band member Joel Pressman can spare time from his busy practice. Claudette's marriage is described as a success. Joan Fontaine will not meet Prince Aly when Harry Crocker arrives in Europe. Harry was once married to British actress Elizabeth Jens.
A collection of satirical asides and miscues touches on drug claims price wars door to door solicitors a college student in Britain a lovers lane widening Jolson estate and foreign ministers. It speculates on war costs beef prices and unusual currency values with wry commentary.
Fifty years ago torrential rain swelled Elk Horn valley flooding Keystone and Northfork and causing heavy loss of life and property while a cloudburst struck Tazewell. Two children drowned as their house was swept away. Dr. W H St Clair, once of Tazewell, visited the city.
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