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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1954
Page
4
Editorial notes on West Virginia Turnpike speed limits and hazards from slow drivers. Advocates a minimum speed law to prevent delays and wrecks, noting scenic overlooks and lane design. The piece also cites London studies on aging, urging individual assessment in employment and lifelong growth.
A California Public Utilities Commission decision raises bus fares while mandating the carrier spend 1250 dollars monthly to promote rides. The ruling notes only 100 dollars monthly had been used for promotion, praising regulatory insight over operator claims and urging citizen vigilance against apathy. The piece contrasts Phenix City Alabama’s past corruption and unresolved murder with a call to public accountability.
A mix of social trends and crisis unfolds as Soviet concern over zoot-suit culture intersects with Alabama turmoil. Governor Persons suspends local authorities in Phenix City, martial law looms as National Guard takes control. A writer notes golf’s global rise and the inner battles of self-discipline driving the sport.
Washington reports tag McCarthy as a potential hindrance or help for GOP campaigns as lawmakers dispute his value. Louis Bean counters his influence while senators and strategists weigh his appeal and reach in tight districts amid broader legislative delays and a flood of bills. Geraldine Farrar donates a Library of Congress archive.
Beclley Newspapers Corporation lists subscription options and prices for daily and Sunday editions. Rates shown include three months four dollars, six months four dollars, and one year ten dollars with West Virginia tax and delivery notes.
In a humorous Olive Earl Poll around New Orleans eateries, residents reveal strong loyalty to olives with only two out of dozens opposing them. The narrator notes personal change from dislike to liking olives after tasting, and cites few exceptions including the editor Paul Sann and his son Slugger.
Washington reports fresh developments may moot past censure charges against Senator McCarthy for actions before January 1953. Three events affect the case: a subcommittee finding some charges moot after the 1952 Wisconsin vote, an Internal Revenue Bureau inquiry clearing tax returns, and a May 1954 statement about receiving confidential information. The piece discusses credentials, possible tax issues, and press rights under the Constitution.
Private Patterson D Peery Jr of Beckley graduated from the Pole Line Construction Course at Camp Gordon Georgia He is the son of Mr and Mrs Patterson Peery 429 City Ave Beckley Midshipman John E Lilly Jr of Harper Road Beckley returned to Norfolk after a cruise aboard USS Des Moines He is a 1949 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and Mercersburg Academy and attending the United States Naval Academy Private William F Butterworth of Sophia assigned to the 503rd Airborne Infantry Regiment after two months in Tokyo Army hospital Cpl Billy Bolen of Coal City injured in Korea while serving as a wreck er driver with Company B 702 Cpl Bolen has been overseas since August 1953 Sgt Estel E Allen of Beckley assigned to Fort Benning details follow the war era roster and training notes.
New York profile of Perez Prado, king of the mambo, who turned Afro Cuban rhythms into a modern dance craze. Details his background, rise, stage presence, and methods, noting his blood beat music, 200 mambo records since 1943, and appeal across American audiences.
The text offers a devotional prayer calling for peace and unity, asking God to grant triumph of right over wrong and love over hate. It credits O. L. Shelton, dean of the School of Religion at Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Washington officials assert the Smith Act remains the main tool to jail Communist conspirators since 1940. Over 81 leaders have been convicted, more than 100 indicted. the act’s constitutionality has withstood Supreme Court review. The McCarran Act would force party registration if SACB finds the group an agent of a foreign power. The outcome depends on Supreme Court rulings expected by mid-1955. Congress and Atty. Gen. Brownell weigh outlawing the party by name versus preserving free speech rights.
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