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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1952
Page
2
A writer contrasts court sentences for election fraud and telecom sabotage, arguing equal severity. The piece urges felony status for election violations and stricter punishment. It then shifts to a weapons report praising the Patton 48 tank with advanced armor and firepower, noting Secretary Pace's praise and lessons from the Korean War.
A 10 county trade center notes reduced average car use to 9020 miles yearly due to traffic jams worn roads fear of accidents and scarce parking. Editors suggest building off street parking facilities to improve conditions and trade amid rising congestion.
The Army has revealed full details of a new medium tank after initial previews, highlighting its enhanced firepower armor and mobility. Officials emphasized improved survivability and battlefield versatility amid growing concerns over armored threats.
A reader urges concrete roads over blacktop citing a Portland Cement Association study including 28 states over 29 years. West Virginia shows maintenance costs of 156.45 dollars per mile for concrete versus 288.87 for bituminous surfaces, highlighting ongoing budget strain and frequent upkeep.
In anniversary reflections Bug Dust notes how seven years after peace began nations race toward a new arms era. He recalls wartime idealism, the nuclear threat, hydrogen bombs, super missiles, and radar guided weapons that could devastate regions, warning of humankind’s peril.
Relman Morin with HAL Boyle recalls a 13 year old girl Mary touring Washington. She absorbs presidents, the Declaration, and landmarks on a summer trip, linking TV and memory to history while noting war fears and a wish for a safer world.
A brief prayer asks to classify none as superior before God and to reject racial or linguistic prejudice. W. Dale Oldham of Anderson Indiana, pastor at Parkside Church of God and radio host of Christian Brotherhood Hour, voices the plea for universal brotherhood and divine impartiality.
The piece describes Iran's funded crisis after Mossadegh nationalized oil, shrinking government revenue. It notes wealth disparities, landowners, sharecroppers, and looming real estate taxes while warns of Tudeh Communist growth and political instability ahead of possible parliamentary votes.
A batch of service members is highlighted including Cdr. Lummie E. James son of Beckley residents, and S/Sgt James T. Farmer son of A. C. Coldiron. Farmer earned honors at Parris Island boot camp and received Bronze Star and Purple Heart after Mediterranean and Korean service. Howard Buchanan, recently transferred from Nellis to Amarillo jet specialist school, and Pvt K E Ruble who trained at Fort Meade and Indian Town Gap are noted.
Captain E S Duckworth retires from the West Virginia state police after 30 years of service in Charleston. His career spans motorcycle patrols in the 1920s, a record 100 justifiable arrests in one month, and bravery citations for intervening in rugged Randolph County incidents. He also served as physical instructor and department supply officer, with early work in Morgantown Fairmont Clarksburg and Barboursville.
Officials dismiss saucer scares near Washington as imagination or weather balloons. Radar history and wartime tales frame the debate as defense authorities weigh secrecy and possible experimental craft amid public panic.
Hollywood star Janet Blair has devoted two years to the road show South Pacific cutting back on films. She recalls never missing a curtain despite illnesses and talks of future TV, film, and Broadway opportunities while cherishing her Nellie Forbush role and its good pay.
Hollywood columnist notes Gilbert Roland served as a judge at the Miss Universe pageant in Long Beach. He dismisses judging guidelines, comments on beauty traits, and cites his top picks among Miss Finland, Hawaii, and Hong Kong. He recalls ex wife Constance Bennett and shares views on makeup and attire. He mentions future TV plans and other brief items.
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