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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1955
Page
4
Thought for Today quotes Wolcott on how opinions and affection travel through speech, suggesting speech shapes trust and warmth in public discourse. The aphorism links kindness and dialogue to smoother social roads and personal connection.
The polio season peaks in late summer while the U S Public Health Service reports 2138 new weekly cases ending Aug 20, up 20 percent from the prior week. The Cutter incident prompts safety concerns but the license remains, with continuing mass vaccination under evolving testing standards and federal aid plans. Sen. Stevenson criticizes the program as a master mess while public skepticism grows.
The Unitarians and Universalists move toward merger after forming shared education and public relations units two years ago. Detroit meeting outlines plans to coordinate further church activities including ministry, as presidents from the Liberal Churches note the two groups’ similarities and growing regional reach.
The Register invites letters on important local state or national issues. Briefer letters have a better chance of publication. Names may be deleted upon request, though letters must be signed, and the paper assumes no responsibility for statements contained.
Raleigh Countians are urged to donate 1350 to the American Red Cross to aid victims of the recent hurricane flood. Raleigh County Red Cross leaders organize committees while the National Red Cross aims to raise 8000000. donations should arrive by Friday at the Bair Building offices.
State laws appear not to apply at the West Virginia State Fair in Greenbrier County where a bingo stand operated by deputies and others drew players including a barefoot 15 year old girl risking money. A car raffle for Glen Rogers High School band went off Beckley streets to Greenbrier amid Raleigh County Sheriff objections and Beckley council approval. Police monitored the stand nearby as sponsors relocated to evade enforcement, prompting questions about Beckley’s compliance with state motor vehicle safety checks.
A reader quiz asks seven questions covering population growth rates mosquito biting patterns and other trivia. The article notes recent vehicle inspections in the city with three patrol cars failing and no passing stickers yet issued.
Beclky Newspapers Corpora tion presents subscription rates by mail and home delivery. Details include daily and Sunday plans, six month and one year terms, and tax guidance. The notice lists address change instructions and notes carrier responsibilities and payment obligations.
Audie Murphy, America’s most decorated WWI veteran, recalls fame, failed careers, and a war shaped outlook. He now earns about $2,000 weekly, has a six year contract, and dreams of ranch life while wrestling with his kids and seeking peace through simple joys.
A religious prayer reflects gratitude for field and lake, asking for overwhelming peace and joy in simple living. The note credits Norman D. Kennedy of Regina Saskatchewan, minister at First Presbyterian Church, with the blessing.
Hollywood profile details Ricou Browning an underwater stuntman turned star of Creature From the Black Lagoon and The Revenge of the Creature. The Florida native works as a publicity director and is famed for underwater scenes. Browning discusses his fame, family, and the Creature’s appeal versus Lon Chaney Sr. era monsters.
Entertainment column notes Earl Wilson quips about dating with raw meat ethics. Mentions Zsa Zsa Gabor pocketing a Yorkshire terrier, Nathan Peiser's death, Joyce Mathews and Billy Rose Europe bound, and various showbiz tidbits. Includes observations on Miss America celebrant Bess Meyerson and other society items.
The text notes Charles Fe. Hohlen born August 30 1904 in Clayton New York became U.S. ambassador to Russia. He trained for the role persuasive to the State Department funded his Russian studies at age 20 and lived with a Russian family in Estonia during college breaks. Fluent in Russian he aided Presidents Roosevelt and Truman in Moscow talks.
Susan M a 19 year old art student in Chicago confides panic and loneliness distant from Tennessee kinfolk. The psychologist urges adopting kinfolk through smiles compliments and spiritual bonds, urging readers to practice the Golden Rule and write for a psychological chart.
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