Mental health platforms push for expanded state care
Both Democratic and Republican state conventions endorse more facilities for treatment of mental illness. They seek to relieve hospital overcrowding, hire trained staff, and create a separate health department division to run all state mental hospitals and clinics. The push follows critique of custodial care and cites a proposed 1500 bed Beckley hospital to serve southern counties.
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Clements Attacks Nixon and Yates in Democratic Keynote
Gov. Frank G. Clement of Tennessee brands Nixon and Yates as failures tied to Eisenhower in a Chicago convention keynote. He argues the Democratic Party is the people’s party and calls for change in the November election. The piece notes Eisenhower’s waning appeal and a fading campaign aura surrounding his administration.
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Nasser Aims and Arab Unity Vision in The Philosophy of the Revolution
The pamphlet by Egypt’s Gamal Abdel Nasser argues for Arab unity as essential to the region’s future. It highlights three power sources: shared Muslim heritage, strategic territory, and oil as a vital nerve of civilization. The piece notes the Arab League’s revival after Suez, potential oil undermining actions, and parallels to Iran’s 1951 nationalization.
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Pacific species spawn in fresh water then die
Unlike the Atlantic salmon the Pacific species spawn in fresh water then die. The Alaska highway runs 1630 miles from Dawson Creek to Fairbanks. The albatross is the most powerful sea bird on the wing and can reach about 60 miles per hour.
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Letters welcome to The Register Public Focus section
The Register invites signed letters on important community issues for Public Focus. Brief submissions have a better chance of publication and writer names can be deleted upon request. The newspaper assumes limited responsibility for letters.
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Civil Rights Pla n k Aimed To Please All Sides
Chicago report says the Democratic civil rights plank will seek broad appeal to both Northern Negroes and Southern Democrats. No new civil rights laws are likely as filibusters in the Senate would block any action, rendering the plank largely symbolic.
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Civil rights split shapes 1952 Democratic convention
A broad discussion on civil rights within the Democratic Party shows Southerners leveraging their votes to gain concessions while northern and border states contend with a shifting balance. The text recalls past conventions and notes the political value of Southern support amid President Eisenhower’s perceived strength.
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Military Men in News At Home and Overseas
Wartime notices profile several servicemen from Beckley and surrounding areas. Pvt Clarence Sanders completes 10 weeks at Fort Knox training in tank operations and gunner proficiency. Pvt Elvin Cuvelier graduates six months active duty at Fort Eustis. Pvt Warren Merritt finishes recruit training at Bainbridge and returns home on leave. Pvt Franklin Gilkerson heads to Germany with the Second Armored Division. James R Woods completes Air Force basic training at Lackland. Norma Gray finishes Lackland training preparing for specialized Air Force work.
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Hay Fever Sufferers Mark Start Of S Day In New York
The article notes S Day opens the annual hay fever season in the United States with more than five million sufferers. It cites costs from lost work days, mentions antihistamines like Pyribenzime and new drug ptimasin, and discusses ragweed pollen as the cause, plus cautions about air filtered rooms during peak weeks.
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Chicago convention memoirs and a tour of memory
A narrator recalls past political conventions in Chicago noting hotel choices and lodging on Russian Hill and Leavenworth Avenue. He parries with jokes about beliefs in “facts” and recounts meeting reporters, badges, and a notable moment with Quentin Reynolds as a speaker.
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Conventions and Showbiz Echoes from a Bygone Era
A breezy reminiscence traces political conventions and show business icons from the midcentury scene. Names like Taft Walker Sinatra Rogers Farouk Bergman and Reed appear amid anecdotes, quips, and reflections on fame venues and public life.
Case Records of a Psychologist Worry Clinic Case 5339
Paul F aged 34 father of two schoolchildren visited Dr Crane after watching a short film about Dr Edward Jenner and vaccination. He recalls London doctors scoffing at Jenner and ridiculing his work, finding the topic thrilling yet hard to understand.
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Fluoride in Water Sparks Logic Against Mob Attacks
In a provocative column, the author argues fluoridating public water protects teeth and public health, comparing it to iodized salt. He rebuts opponents, notes Deaf Smith County Texas health findings, and urges logical consideration over hysteria and fear.
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