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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1958
Page
2
A concise moral reflection warns that salvation hinges on overcoming sin, stating that even minor transgressions pave the way to greater evils. The piece emphasizes vigilance against everyday faults as a route to spiritual safety.
The piece weighs shifting focus from March of Dimes to broader disease battles led by the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. It suggests keeping funds local, reducing bureaucracy, and exploring foundation collaborations while continuing polio immunity work and vaccine support.
Aden, a British protectorate on the Arabian Peninsula between Yemen and Oman, is a high priority in Nasser’s drive for Arab unity. Britain cites Aden as a bunkering and transshipment hub with an oil refinery, while Egypt and the United Arab Republic press anti British moves on Cairo radio.
Peggy Kessinger reports on Marines of the Second Battalion, Second Marine Regiment, re-embarking from Beirut aboard the attack cargo ship USS Capricornus to reinforce the Sixth Fleet Amphibious Force in the Mediterranean. The piece notes maintenance course completions and service records of Beckley area servicemen, including Pvt Frank L. Collins and A Roles Jr, with family ties in Mullens Beckley and Dover.
Hal Boyle reports Gregory Peck emerges as producer with partner William Wyler on a four million dollar color Western. Peck promotes the film on a three week nationwide tour and notes actors now pitch like old-time salesmen, with studios funding package deals and taking smaller profit shares.
Gregory Peck discusses why actors turn to directing and producing, saying the major share of blame follows success and that after 15 years in acting one can deserve behind the scenes work. He cites discipline, good work, and growth as creed, noting 28 films since his 1960s start have performed well at the box office.
The political fight over labor reform pits Democrats against Republicans as Congress fails to pass Eisenhower’s 12 point plan. The House blocked the Ives Kennedy bill despite Senate approval, with party lines and union and business groups shaping the clash. President Eisenhower urged a stronger measure, while lawmakers brace for a heated campaign.
Junior Editors presents a quiz on frogs and Calaveras County lore. The piece notes the annual Angels Camp contest, the 1954 Lucky record, and the biology of frogs. readers are invited to spot a frog near ponds. Bobby Bell of Bay Village wins ten dollars for this question and is asked to send another query.
Harry E. Anderson named Beckley Chamber of Commerce managing director and Raleigh County Day declared during the 1959 State Fair. Anderson led a Raleigh County caravan with Beckley and Alderson officials, WWNR radio coverage, and display booths praised by fair organizers. Lew Blakely won a blue ribbon in a woodshop display, and plans were formed for next year’s Raleigh County Day with the Woodrow Wilson High School Band.
Atlantic City buzzes with a lavish party for Mrs. Mary Roebling in honor of her 52nd birthday at the Sheraton Ritz Carlton. Guests include Mrs. Earl Wilson and Elaine Stewart, with Sammy Davis Jr. performing into the early hours. The night features impersonations by Davis and remarks on Hollywood figures and society life.
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