Morocco Sees U.S. Bases as Cash Source
Rabat backed party press calls for immediate Moroccan government action to lease or sell U.S. military bases on Moroccan soil. Al Alam argues bases should be paid for, noting previous French and U.S. arrangements and the high costs of building and equipping the sites.
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Convention 'Whoop and Holler' Fades in Chi cago
Report on the Democratic National Convention in Chicago where keynoter Governor Frank Clement failed to kindle heat and Sam Rayburn’s speech drew a tepid response. Wayne Morse attacked Eisenhower policy while delegates largely ignored speakers, focusing on TV crews and theater-like pacing.
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Tennessee
Gore as Adlai Stevenson's possible running mate
A New York Times report cites reliable sources that Senator Albert Gore of Tennessee was Adlai Stevenson’s personal choice for the Democratic vice presidential nomination. Gore reportedly reluctant due to political pressures and Stevenson aides denied any commitments before Stevenson’s own nomination.
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Voting Machines Discussed Here In Raleigh County
A noon Beckley Hotel meeting called by John Nusbaum of Indianapolis discussed purchasing voting machines after Raleigh County approved a refer endum for machine use at the May 8 primary. July arrests totaled 50 for traffic offenses with fines and receipts listed. 33 accidents were investigated, 118 of 122 offenses cleared by arrests. 99 intoxications and 18 other offenses.
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Four robbers flee after failed narcotics theft in Moundsville
In Moundsville UK today four robbers bound and gagged a physician and his family while attempting to obtain narcotics. They escaped with $500 as the criminals fled the scene, leaving investigators to search for the suspects and secure the residence.
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Nasser Open to Supervised Suez Canal Operations
Cairo notes President Nasser agrees to consider maritime advice on canal management while preserving Egypt's sovereign right to run the Suez Canal. Foreign Minister Chowdry and Egyptian press reaffirm Egypt’s sovereign control as U S Secretary Dulles seeks a covenant with nations to safeguard navigation. The talks in London aim for international oversight amid Soviet resistance and Arab world support.
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Woman Arraigned On Arson Charge
Mrs. Daisy Sorrells of 802 F. St. Waived preliminary hearing to Raleigh County Grand Jury on arson charge after fire damaged her home about 3:20 p.m. Tuesday. Thurman set bond at 2500 dollars.
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Driver Jailed After Accident
A Prosperity resident Bud Stanley was jailed in Raleigh County on a driving while intoxicated charge after an 11 50 p m Tuesday collision on Temns Mountain. Police say Stanley drove left of center and forced Harold Dean Lilly of Crab Orchard off the road.
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South Korea Inaugural Sparks Rhee Chang Rift
South Korea witnessed the inauguration of President Syngman Rhee and Vice President Chang Myun as tensions rose. Chang criticized past governments while Rhee’s term faced calls for reform amid claims of corruption and constitutional violations.
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West Virginia Weather Forecast and Temperatures
Weather summary for West Virginia shows scattered showers tonight then fair skies. Five day outlook cooler with temperatures 2-3 degrees below normal. precipitation around 1.3 inches. Normal highs in north 72 and south 73 with recent highs and lows noted at Bluestone Reservoir and Greenbrier region.
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Evening sky guide with planetary visibility
The Sun sets at 7 18 p m and rises on Thursday. The Moon sets at 1 16 am and is near full Aug 2. Mars rises at 9 19 pm and will be in the south at midnight. Earth’s distance to Mars is about 38 million miles, the closest approach in years.
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Stevenson Quiet In Face of New Truman Attack
Adlai E. Stevenson kept calm amid fresh criticism from former President Truman. Campaign manager James Finnigan said Truman's opposition would not derail Stevenson's bid for the Democratic presidential nomination.
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Mitchem Sentenced to 1 to 10 Years on DWI Probation Violation
Bucy Mitchem of Shady Spring had probation revoked by Raleigh County Judge Harry L. McCreery after driving while intoxicated and driving with a revoked license. He was ordered to serve 1 to 10 years in the State Penitentiary at Moundsville, having previously pleaded guilty to grand larceny and received probation. Mitchem had also faced six months in jail and a $50 fine for the drunken driving and related charges.
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Bucy Mitchem
Moundsville
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Beckley
T. N. Thurman
Raleigh
Beckley Woman Responds To Anti England Talk
A Beckley resident Mrs W F Crouse writes to the Register defending English pride and language amid American doubts. She rejects views of English people as slaves for having a Queen and asserts equal learning prospects when tested against American children.
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Trusty Flees Wyoming Jail in Possible Escape
A trusted inmate at Wyoming County Jail is missing during a 3 am headcount and may have walked off Tuesday night. Sheriff reports last sighting at 8 15 pm speaking with Franklin Cox as investigators link to a stolen car. Police say Cox still free on bond for a breaking and entering charge at Island Creek Coal Co store.
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Grea Rogers
Paul Goode
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Sabine
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Island Creek Coal Co
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Glenn Rogers High School
Civil Rights Plank Rejects Proposals For Use of Force
The platform draft at the Conrad Hilton Hotel rejects all proposals for the use of force to interfere with court determinations on desegregation. It affirms government of laws and the Supreme Court as a separate branch, while criticizing Republican attempts to portray the court as partisan. The drafting vote was 125 with Dixie members opposing the wording.
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Adlai Stevenson Gains Michigan Against Williams Support
Michigan delegates lean to Adlai E. Stevenson as Gov. G Mennen Williams backs him, boosting Stevenson's push at the Democratic National Convention. New Jersey pledges 36 votes, while Ohio undecided and Wisconsin gives Stevenson a 4-2 edge over Harriman in a murky race for the nomination.
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