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Newspaper
Middlesboro Daily News
Location
Middlesboro, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1955
Page
1
A political speech in Frankfort features Gov Lawrence Wetherby and challenger Chandler alleging fiscal waste and poor road policy. Chandler accuses the administration of misusing funds, promoting vanity projects, and failing to build roads while promising reform and stronger oversight.
Registration for prospective students at St Julian Catholic School will be held at the school on August 2 between hours of 2 and 4. The event aims to enroll students for the upcoming term, arranging needed supplies and equipment as the school plans to open in September.
Tokyo reports fear that Washington may recognize Red China, prompting concern among Asian allies about Communist expansion. Geneva talks and regional responses from Nehru, Rao, and Pakistan show mixed expectations while U.S. policy weighs compromise against confrontation amid rising Chinese influence in Southeast Asia. Jack Fleck earns first pro title at Texas Open after Open setback.
Obituary notices list Sindy Crest Road Birla and Middlesboro connections with survivors in Birmingham and Detcall Mich. Also Mary Ann Elds and Joe Parsons memorials note family ties across Ohio and Ky. Funeral services announced with local church and cemetery details, including Rose Hill and Pathfork locations, with pallbearers and flower bearers named.
In Valdivia and surrounding districts northern Chile three volcanoes erupted in a violent sequence today. Hundreds fled villages along the Nikhue River as ash and lava spewed, with Mirachuanse and Rinihue reporting heavy activity. Dozens injured and numerous homes damaged as evacuees sought safety near lakes and mountains.
Reports from Honolulu say two Marines were bayoneted during last week’s joint Army Marine maneuvers. One Marine, Corporal Lenn Mann, 22, died at the scene. Another Marine was wounded. a soldier, Petrobert Thomas Marginals, reportedly killed. Army officials said the incident was an accident and warned personnel to cool off amid quick-acting disciplinary threats. Military spokesmen promise a review over the coming days as interviews proceed.
Ground Observer Corps offers training session under supervision of the Professional Woman's Club. The program, directed by Knoxville Field Center representatives, will cover observer duties and the day’s schedule. Open to all interested in Ground Observer Caps work regardless of eye condition.
Chora Wong and rhariaay Teawer, ATMMesbora men, were fined $45 and costs in City Police Court yesterday. They faced charges of violent disorderly conduct during a disturbance on Weyare street. Arresting officers were Sp t Sewell Mirnele and Sp t Tusa Peilt.
The Pineville Homemakers Club schedules its regular meeting on Tuesday, August Ziel at 0 pm with open crafting and jewelry making, straw crafts, and socializing. The American Legion Dewes Guy Post 1 holds a special call meeting tonight at 3 pm. Relack at the Fox Hole Club invites all members to be present.
Lee Garden Club announces a Wednesday afternoon flower show themed KL Lamesy with Planers and Friends. The event includes a tour to Jonesville homes hosted by Mrs I B, Mrs Charles Baker, Mrs Ben Richmond, and Mrs John Riching. Middlesboro Cumberland Park Garden Club members plan to attend and invite all interested to join.
SAN PRANCISCO UP Three turncoat ex-soldiers, William Covart, 22, Dalton Ga Otho Stillsboro Miss and Lewis Grigits 22 Jacksonetta Tex, display nerves amid denial of charges of collaborating with the Chinese Communists after fleeing Korea. They face possible punishment, including death or life imprisonment, if found guilty, after their return from Red China on July 10.
Pretty Patty Williams of Memphis won Miss Tennessee and aims to teach and work with youth. The pageant was held at a college in Jackson with judge Bevan from Covington and Steve Wilson in attendance as Nashville observers.
A Sunday afternoon crash on a Tennessee highway blocked traffic for about two hours. A trailer truck skidded on a slippery road near Mt Gulley’s turn near Artie. The driver blamed the slick surface for the mishap caused by brief heavy wind. No injuries were reported.
Saturday guests depart for Nady home near San Antonio Texas after stopping here to visit Miss Atlee Powers Miss Susan Hurnett and Mrs Gladys Morgan. Many travel from here to Knoxville Burnside and Somerset Kentucky with relatives and friends. Lincoln Memorial University Alumni hold picnic and meeting with Thomas Beatty. numerous local families and LMU faculty connected through visits, weddings, and hospitalizations.
Mrs John Calihan hosted a Friday evening party at Four Pifle Road to honor guest Mev Waller Idol of Middlesboro. Prizes went to Mrs Stelhy Taylor high scare prize to Elger T. Lee and consolation to Geneva Bon Tele. Mayallan punch and cookies served. US railroads paid 861 millions in taxes in 1954.
YWA held a Thursday evening gathering at the Larson home on Oak Street. Miss Donna Miracle chaired the program and presented a short, interesting lineup titled Roads Lead to London. Refreshments included strawberr y shortcake and other treats.
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