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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1954
Page
4
Editorial note presents a quotable line by Francis Quarles on death and fate. The piece frames mortality as an enduring theme, inviting reader reflection rather than reporting events or actions. It channels classic literary sentiment in a concise, period voice.
A nation wide celebration highlights Made in U S A labeling as a symbol of quality. Beckley is described as a busy market with wide brand name merchandise and merchants urging consumer support to sustain competition and drive industry innovation.
The McCarthy Army hearings reveal Pvt G David Schine received 15 passes to leave base within two months, plus weekday pages, far more than typical. Secretary Stevens testified many high Army officials met about Schine, and 65 related calls were logged. Bedell Smith also testified he urged a commission for Schine at Cohn's urging. Was any draftee so favored?
In Canberra Australian security forces boarded a Darwin bound airplane and subdued two pistol wielding Russians attempting to abduct Mrs. Vladimir Petrov, a Soviet embassy code clerk. They seized pistols, freed Mrs Petrov who sought to rejoin her husband, embassy secretary in Western freedom. The incident follows Russia’s espionage exposure in Australia and parallels similar escapes in Canada and Japan as Soviet diplomats and code clerks operate abroad amid rising asylum cases. The piece notes broad concern Moscow may need extra guards for Soviet employees overseas.
The piece argues custom governs law more than statute in English traditions and warns municipal councils against nickel hikes for meter time. It notes motorists contend they pay once for time used and that extra charges amount to double payment, while they see time left on meters as compensation from other meters. It closes with a wry remark about minor operations and the contrast between wine and whine.
In Pennsylvania hard coal country, industrial groups built plants and attracted firms to Scranton and Luzerne County to combat unemployment. The Scranton Plan Corp led 1.2 million plant purchases and Murray Corp leases. the Broad-based building and finance ventures added 50 new plants and thousands of jobs. Wilkes-Barre and nearby towns formed funds and a Committee of 100 to spur new industry, erect facilities, and attract tenants, creating hundreds more jobs. Tomorrow: more case histories.
Raleigh Evening and Sunday Morning edition notice lists Beckley and Hinton WV post office entries. Advertises subscription rates for daily and Sunday paper by mail three months six months and one year with tax details and carrier delivery information. Mentions managing editor Thomas F. Stafford and AP news rights.
Geneva commentary notes the 1950s summit as a pivotal chance for negotiated peace. It analyzes Soviet aims and Western restraint, arguing that a single major breakthrough could declare success. Emphasizes urgency, potential informal talks, and the need for good faith guarantees to avert failure.
A playful city picnic tale in Central Park with the Wilsons and April Kent among the crowd. The piece mingles street humor with celebrity snippets and a slice of mid century New York life, ending with light reflections on spring fever and island fantasies.
Hollywood reports a running verbal duel between young actor Robert Wagner and veteran Spencer Tracy during filming. Wagner flaunts a banquet plaque calling him a star of tomorrow while Tracy jokily recalls his own early praise and second Oscar.
New York reports National Baby Week as babies become a central force in the economy. Jack Turck, an industrial figure, expands from blankets to 300 workers across three factories, producing 75 baby products as rising birthrates drive demand.
A devotional prayer attributed to O. L. Shelton of Indianapolis Indiana, dean of the Butler University School of Religion. The text asks for divine care in every situation and for strength to carry out daily tasks.
Washington reports a grim view of Geneva talks with 19 nations including Dulles debating peace in Korea and Indochina. US stance rejects Red China UN seat while pressing Korea unification and Viet Minh withdrawal. French appeals for aid push Dulles into a tight spot ahead of possible truces. Geneva judged a sweatbox more than a conference.
Three area men are promoted to private first class after 10 weeks at Parris Island. Floyd R. Rock Leroy Hundley and Eugene J. Holland are named. Sgt. Anderson C. Spain volunteers 24 months active Army duty and reports to Fort Knox. Sgt. Jack P. Chamberlain returns from overseas to Fort Meade. Pvt. Danny O. White receives advanced training in military tactics. Arch Oboler predicts future motion picture projection will be circular seating with electronic character projection and sits with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg. Pvt. White joined November 2 1953 and trained at Camp Gordon and Camp Chaffee. Jimmie R. Rubin completes 30-day leave before duty in the Philippines. he is with the Air Force and has served at Francis E. Warren Laughlin and Tinker AFB. Marine Sgt. Norman E. Branch serves in Japan with the First Marine Aircraft Wing. Pfc. A Reid attends tractor equipment operator course at Camp Lejeune.
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