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Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1955

Page

2

State Ready to Distribute Salk Serum in Commercial Channels

West Virginia plans rapid distribution of 9 198 shots of anti polio vaccine to private physicians and drug stores and public agencies. About 80 percent for private providers and 20 percent for public agencies. Direct orders will go to manufacturers, with copies to the State Health Department. Public agencies may buy later if funded.

Charleston West Virginia N. H. Dyer Marland Dyer National Foundation For Public Health Service State Health Department Health Department Department of Public Assistance Congress

Education Conference Delegates To Receive New State Brochure

Charleston portion notes a color 30 page brochure published by the West Virginia Department of Education for the Sept 22 23 conference. State Supt W W Trent says the brochure mailed to about 400 delegates includes six key questions and statistics on resources population income schools teachers and students prepared with George Peabody College aide and Charles Neppper of Lewisburg. It outlines questions on school aims organization efficiency building needs teacher supply financing and public interest.

Charleston Department of Education W. W. Trent Trent Craig Wilson George Peabody College For Nashville Tenn Charles Nepper Lewisburg Greenbrier County

Nation's Polio Cases Decline

The Public Health Service reports a drop in polio cases this year versus 1954 in both the disease year starting April 1 and the calendar year starting January 1. Last week saw 812 cases nationwide, up from 567 the prior week, with 4,432 total since April 1 and 5,495 since Jan 1. Paralytic cases total 1,670 since April 1 and 1,670 compared with 2,347 and 2,132 respectively in 1954.

Washington Public Health Service

Purdue notice says cows yielding under 6000 pounds not kept

A Purdue University notice to dairymen states that cows producing no more than 6000 pounds of milk in a ten month period are not worth keeping for dairy operations and should be culled or replaced.

Purdue University

West Virginia study to compile 5000 student case histories

A West Virginia Education Association study group will compile a 5,000 item file of student case histories as a ready reference on student personality and social problems across grade levels. Led by Robert Gibson of West Virginia Tech, the project was announced at the 11th annual WVEA Conference at Camp Caesar Webster County.

Charleston West Virginia Education Assn Robert Gibson West Virginia Tech WVEA Camp Caesar Webster County

NCA creates new department under sales engineering

Tom Pickett of the National Coal Association announces Carroll F. Hardy of Appalachian Coals Inc Cincinnati Ohio will become director of sales engineering effective Sept 1. He will head the new department to promote coal marketing and efficient use. Hardy 48 has 18 years in coal, chiefly with Appalachian. former Chrysler engineer. Purdue attendee and active in engineering societies.

Washington Tom Pickett National Coal Association Carroll F. Hardy Appalachian Coals, Inc Cincinnati Ohio Hardy NCA Chrysler Corp Purdue University

Johnson hearing delayed as moonshine raid unfolds

In Knoxville Tennessee the court hearing for Johnson on moonshine possession was postponed to 2 p.m. Police arrested him at 11 a.m. with 33 half gallon jars of moonshine in his possession.

Knoxville, Tenn Arfield Johnson Johnson

Windermere Theater Faces Crisis On Stage And Personal Night

The Windermere Little Theatre group struggles with the balance between amateur passion and professional rigor as Eric confronts a faltering cast in Young Adam. Amid rehearsal tensions and a sudden family emergency, Landon grapples with honesty, fear, and loyalty as they rally to support Rowena and navigate an anxious night.

Landon Scott Eric Windermere Grand Theater WLT Windemere Young Adam Grand Uisuall Tom Reynolds Adam Reynolds Royal Academy of Arts England Tom Bill Kennedy Merry-o Merry Gran Rowena Trace Fellowes Trace Fellows

Doan's Pills Offer Quick Relief for Backache and Bladder Irritation

Nagging backache and headaches from overexertion or stress ease with Doan's Pills. They soothe bladder irritation and act as a mild diuretic, aiding kidney output. If you feel miserable and exhausted, try Doan's Pills for the familiar relief enjoyed by millions for over 60 years.

Dean Doan

Prosperity as a mild villain in inflation threats

Prosperity is cited as the unlikely foe fueling inflation in England and possibly nudging the US toward renewed price pressure. The piece notes high employment, rising wages, and strong consumer spending in both nations, with UK costs up sharply and steel and metal prices climbing. It warns that sustained prosperity could spur overbuying, inventory buildup, and excess credit, risking inflation unless spending tightens.

Sam Dawson New York England United States Britain

Parent Classes To Begin Friday

CHARLESTON The first leadership conference in parent education at West Virginia colleges opens Friday at Morris Harvey College. Additional sessions will be held at Marshall College in Huntington and Fairmont State College to help PTA officers plan next year’s programs. The 194? national theme is For a Lifetime of Mental Health. More than 100 PTA officers and leaders from the area are expected.

Charleston West Virginia Morris Harvey College Marshall College Huntington Fairmont State College PTA Morris Harvey

Doll Manufacturer Apologizes to President Eisenhower

David Rosenstein, president of the National Doll Manufacturers Assn., disavows a publicity release claiming the industry is shocked by President Eisenhower’s Swiss doll gifts for his grandchildren. He says the release was mistaken, unauthorised, and contrary to his own views, noting he has bought such dolls himself in Geneva. Rosenstein mentions other members criticized the release and anonymous letters followed.

New York David Rosenstein Eisenhower Rosenstein Assn Geneva Doll Association

Wind Tunnel May Tip Scales in Event of War

TULLAHOMA Tenn If a third world war comes its outcome could be decided in a man made wind tunnel near the edge of this peaceful little town Speed would be a more important factor than ever before in the delivery of explosives into enemy territory Thats why the United States has.

Tullahoma Tenn United States

Motoring Privilege Ties to Unpaid Judgments Exposed

Charleston legal opinion warns that driving privileges will be suspended when a judgment from a vehicle accident remains unpaid, regardless of how long. Asst. Atty. Gen. Bangert Jr. notes certificates show old unpaid judgments may trigger revocation unless the debtor complies with safety law provisions. Another opinion finds Calhoun County assessor cannot be paid beyond base salary for work on land books.

Charleston Asst. Atty Harold A. Bangert Jr Joseph P. Condry Condry Bangert Calhoun Victor Hamilton

Wind tunnels push speeds to supersonic test limits

A large investment funds a series of high speed wind tunnels in middle Tennessee to test flights at 3,500 mph or more. The project aims to advance aerospace research and potentially influence war outcomes by enabling supersonic testing capabilities.

Middle Tennessee

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