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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1955

Page

4

Lawrence Blasts U. S. Appeasement in Editorial Sequels

Columnist David Lawrence laments appeasement moves toward Red China, urging a new code of conduct for governments sending soldiers to war. He cites UN stance, prisoner experiences, and Ford Foundation reports as evidence of a broader trend away from accountability and transparency. He warns about incentivizing future soldiers amidst growing subversion and selective disclosure.

David Lawrence Red China Lawrence Geneva United Nations Capi Tals China Security Council Japan Germany United States Ford Foundation McCarthy Senate

Plans to honor unknown WWII soldier at Arlington

The Defense Department revives a postwar plan to entomb an unknown armed forces service member from World War II at Arlington National Cemetery beside the Unknown American Soldier of World War I. The selection, intended for Memorial Day 1951, was postponed by Korea and later notes recall Sgt. Edward F. Younger’s 1921 tribute and Sgt. Samuel Woodfill’s associated honors.

Washington, D. C Potomac Arlington National Cemetery France Defense Department Congress Arlington Independence Hall Philadelphia Memorial Alaska Korea Edward F. Younger Chalons-sur-Marne U. S Washington Adm Dewey Olympia Capitol Samuel Woodfill Pershing Woodfill Indiana

March of Events and Political Shifts Across Seas

US consumer travel likely to ease for Soviet visitors if Moscow relaxes in kind. current US barred 27 percent of land area to Russians, Soviet bars 3 percent for Americans. Hillings cleared for Russia and four satellites signals thaw. Chandler wins Kentucky primary, Rayburn presses gas bill, Clinton era power plays noted. internal party tactics frame 1956 presidential ambitions.

Washington United States Ussr Russia America State Department Soviet Union Kremlin Stratford. Con United Pat Hillings California Richard M. Nixon Hillings Nixon House Europe Moscow Poland Hungary Czechoslovakia Romania Red Happy A. B Happy Chandler Kentucky Chandler Senate Earle C. Clements Alben W. Barkley Sam Rayburn Rayburn Clements Congress Chander

Lack of Education Enters POW Study

Washington reports a government committee faulted the U S armed forces for not preparing POWs captured in Korea to resist Communist indoctrination. It urged joint efforts by agencies, schools, churches, and patriotic groups to boost understanding of American ideals. Many POWs knew little about U S politics and history, while captors’ propaganda succeeded.

Washington Korea Karl Marx United States Marx

What’s The Answer? Democracy education proposal

The piece questions WOC meanings in Washington and quiz topics from transport and architecture to audience with the Pope. It argues for broad democratic education in grammar to college, stressing political philosophy as a solid base for preferring democracy over fascism or communism.

Beckley Newspapers Subscription Rates Notice

Beckley Newspapers Corp publishes rates for home delivery and subscriptions. The notice lists daily and Sunday options, payment terms, and carrier responsibilities, with remarks on address changes and sales tax within West Virginia. It notes distribution by Beckley branch and Associated Press affiliation and states carriers are independent contractors.

West Virginia Beckley Newspapers Corporation

Tracy Ann Happy On First Vacation

A Massachusetts vacation notes a 26 month old girl Tracy Ann exploring Tracy Ann tracks the Atlantic, meeting a pretend Davy Crockett and a landlord's son Billy during a week on Martha's Vineyard. The piece reflects on childhood wonder, first ocean experiences, and the sting of farewells as they return to city life.

Martha's Vineyard Mass Tracy Ann Massachusetts Coast Tracy Europe Davy Crockett Davy Billy Young Billy

Prayer for polio relief from heedless scourge worldwide

A prayer from W Emory Hartman of Bexley Methodist Church Columbus Ohio thanks God for polio relief through physicians and scientists. He asks speed toward universal deliverance and free protection for every person on earth.

W. Emory Hartman Columbus Ohio Bexley Methodist Church

Bob Hope Seeks Dramatic Turn With New Roles

Hollywood star Bob Hope pivots from comedies to drama with The Seven Little Foys guiding a serious shift. Upcoming works include That Certain Feeling with Eva Marie Saint and Not for Money with Katharine Hepburn. He vows never to imitate heavy dramatic poses, plans eight TV hours, frequent travel, charity golf, and numerous speaking engagements. His nerves once spiked during a golf match with President Eisenhower.

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Waryard and Walgreen: true aristocracy of American toil

Case Records of a Psychologist examines Myrtle Walgreen wife of the Walgreen founder. The piece elevates her as industrious and cultured, contrasting her with Opal's mother from a prior note. It praises hard work, judgment, and domestic support behind industrial success, urging readers to contact Dr Crane for a psychological chart.

Myrtle Walgreen Walgreen America da Vinci Red Cross Henry Ford Goodyear Wright Brothers Opal W. B. Garrison Crane

Beverly Hills Birthday Bits From A Dining Log

A chatty birthday note from Beverly Hills ties a lavish L Escoffier Room opening to light banter about calories and a playful line about a mother-in-law. It includes a retro portrait of GENE KELLY born August 23 1912 with Broadway and Hollywood credits and career highlights.

Gene Kelly Pittsburgh University of Pittsburgh Pal Joey

Simple Little Escoffier Room Dinner Delight

A two hour dining event at Beverly Hilton offers a wine tasting and fruit desserts for charity. Guests debated smoking at the table while Dr. Maynard Amerine from UC Davis comments on palate effects. Some guests proposed prices of up to $100, but charity rate台s kept costs modest for attendees.

L'Escoffier Room Claude Philippe Escoffier Jim Beard Hilton Europe Ohio Indiana Maynard Amerine University of Calfornia At Davis America Beverly Hilton Mellon Frank Toots Shor’s New York Mr. Wilson Midnight Earl

Marilyn Monroe in Russia and Atomic Gold Curiosities

A playful column riffs on Marilyn Monroe visiting Russia and the charm of her presence. It notes scarce Monroe photos in Moscow, comments on the Gregorian calendar, and muses that gold could shield nuclear reactors, suggesting quirky bets on fame and wealth.

Moscow Marilyn Russia

Government Service Without Compensation

A concise query yields six facts: 1. Serves Government without compensation. 2. About 60 miles. 3. The South. 4. Has. 5. 31 and 40. 6. About 1 1 2 inches. 7. Orchestra old name for oboe.

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