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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1956
Page
4
Thought for Today asserts that true progress comes from opposing the current rather than bowing to it, citing John Neal’s line about no man moving forward in a dead calm and urging readers to confront challenges rather than yield.
Democratic candidate Ferguson praises restoring the Instite wartime rubber plant with state and local support, citing Charleston Chamber of Commerce and Rep. Byrd. Democratic rival Myers vows a road plan tied to regional needs and condemns Marland Hanna influence. Republican Hill aligns with Eisenhower on growth and blasts Democratic neglect. Republican Underwood claims loss of trust in state government and promises clean administration with no jobs or favors in return.
The Daily Worker faces a tax lien enforcement amid claims of free press infringement, while the paper and allies defend it as tax action not censorship. Treasury agents seized papers before notice, drawing critique that the move invites political exploitation despite past closures of other papers.
The piece recalls the fourteenth anniversary of the Fall of Bataan with Magsaysay proclaiming a national holiday in the Philippines. It notes blood drives at Martina Tunnel, prayers, pilgrimages, and memorial services for Americans and Filipinos who died at Bataan and Corregidor, plus U.S. observances and historical context of the battle and Allied defense.
Lois L. aged 19 is described as an attractive coed who kissed a male classmate at a dorm. The tale leads to questions about dating etiquette and signals in relationships, urging open discussion, listening, and verbalizing viewpoints to avoid misunderstandings. The piece cites Abraham Ribicoff and comments on social misreads.
The Bahamas page features Andros Town and Coakley Town legends of chickcharnies and yahoos, with ghost rentals offered by Constable Boyd for 23 dollars. Visitors can rent a ghost by week or month, though ghosts stay on the island. A local woman reportedly rented a ghost two weeks and got engaged during its service.
A short devotional prayer emphasizes living fully in the present, asking for belief that today is the best day and that tomorrow unfolds by present actions. The prayer is attributed to Carl Heath Kopf, minister of the First Congregational Church in Washington, D. C.
Graduating March 10 from recruit training at the Naval Training Center Great Lakes Ill is Zechariah L. Bennett son of James F Bennett 424 Bailey Ave Beckley. Reporting for duty aboard submarine USS Corporal based at Key West Fla is Donald G Pendleton electrician's mate third class son of Guy Pendleton Beaver He reported to the Corporal from the Submarine School at New London Conn Before entering the Navy in November 1953 Pendleton graduated from Nuttall High School and was employed by the New River and Pocahontas Coal Co Assigned to the First Infantry Division 18th Regiment at Fort Riley Kan is Sgt 1 C Cevert A Lewis son of Mrs Hattie Lewis Mount Hope A platoon sergeant in Company H Lewis entered the Army in 1936 By Peggy Kessinger and served tours of duty in Korea and Europe He holds the Silver Star and the Bronze Star Medal His wife Amy lives in Junction City Kan Receiving a certificate of achievement in Japan from deputy commander Central Command was Major Eugene A Dance Beckley Major Dance whose wife Rita lives at 218 S Vance Drive was commended for outstanding service as executive officer of the Central Command s E A Dance Headquarters Troops He has been overseas since January 1954 In the Army since 1941 he holds the Bronze Star Medal with Oak leaf cluster Purple Heart with Oak leaf cluster and the commendation ribbon.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines subscription rates by mail and home delivery terms. Details include daily and Sunday options, six month and one year periods, tax addition, and carrier/ distributor liabilities.
William L. Ryam reports from Beirut that the Middle East teeters on the brink as bullets ripple barbed wire lines and experts warn US and UK action is essential to prevent a wider conflict. The piece warns of economic shocks and danger to the North Atlantic alliance, urging decisive steps now.
A chaotic, gossip filled column notes numerous celebrities and events from Houston to New York. Olivia de Havilland and Pierre Galante expect a July baby. Denise Darcel visits Bermuda to decide marriage. RCA plans a lengthy yacht system, while ASCAP's Paul Cunningham becomes president. Wartime politics in the Middle East dominate the rest, with fears of Soviet intervention and oil's strategic importance.
A readable summary of three candidates for Secretary of State in 1952. O'Brien of Charleston born 1900, with deep state service and fraternal affiliations. Chilton, Charleston lawyer born 1885, unopposed Republican nominee for 1952 race. Byrne, Beckley mayor born 1911, unopposed Republican nominee and printing manager.
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