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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1956
Page
4
Fragmented notices mix subscription rates for West Virginia and Virginia with postal details and a long political opinion discussing Dulles NATO roles. Contains references to Iceland, Hungary, Geneva, and Ney issues, plus a stray line about a political testimony and a lingering obituary-like tone.
A devotional exhortation urging firm belief in God’s constant presence within the soul. It cites scriptures about the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, urges prayer for faith, and encourages reading and meditating on biblical verses to live in divine presence.
Washington expects bolder U S steps post election as Eisenhower era policies face scrutiny. Officials foresee stronger anti Kremlin propaganda and leverage from disarmament overtures while signaling a firmer stance toward Britain and France. Behind the scenes a terse Nixon resignation letter hints at a decisive vote.
United Press reports Turkey may soon dominate the Middle East as Suez tensions rise and Egypt’s Nasser wanes. Ankara’s armed forces plan two week maneuvers, with reservists called up, signaling a bolstering of Turkey’s regional leverage and ties with the West. The Baghdad Pact members Turkey Iran Pakistan and Britain also frame its strategic role, while its military strength and NATO ties reinforce its status as a bulwark between Russia and the Middle East. Turkey’s stance in Syria Iraq and the broader Arab world underscores its potential leadership in a shifting regional order.
W. W. Barron set to become West Virginia chief legal counsel January 14. He told staff that half a dozen assistant attorneys general who wish to remain will be given the chance, with no major changes expected in three other offices. Several other state offices are expected to keep their current staffs. Ted Bowers urged stricter enforcement of floor access rules to improve decorum, targeting Senate and House privilege rules. Arthur D. Little Co. prepared new industry surveys for future expansion and a peace time atom development study. Beckley attorney Thornhill halted a land hearing over gas drilling rights in riverbeds, citing property ownership concerns.
Washington The Federal Housing Administration raised its home mortgage rate by one half percent to five percent effective Tuesday. FHA insured loans carry a one half percent premium, making the total cost five percent. FHA head Albert M. Cole said the hike will help people obtain financing amid tight money conditions and higher rates. Builders note rising home construction this year and housing groups seek federal relief.
The article details Pooley a clergyman and secretary to Charles Jennens who inspired Handel’s Messiah. It covers Jennens control, Pooley’s silenced role, Handel’s hesitant start, and the work’s controversial early reception, including debates over sacred music in theaters and eventual recognition.
Milton J. Ferguson law firm retained to represent Gov elect Cecil H. Underwood in a $65,000 libel and slander suit filed by James M. Donahoe president of the State Board of Control. Case set for the January term of Cabell County Circuit Court in Huntington.
Fragmentary OCR states a health clinic event is affected by delays or relocation. Details about date, time, and venue are unreadable, with references to health services and possible providers. Further readable facts are unavailable in the text.
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