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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1951
Page
5
Belinda and Tommy escape giants by sliding down a castle banister to Santa. A cracked mirror of magic ice softens hearts, revealing the giants’ need. Santa offers another trip to Winnie the Witch and the Frozen Pond for redemption and discovery.
East German Communist drive urges cleaning up German speech dropping foreign phrases and government talk. Propaganda notes condemn billboards and western words while citing Luther and Goethe to push national language purity amid wartime burdock.
Heather prepares for a show while Katherine rehearses with rising star William. He hints at Hollywood and three years away, prompting Kate to weigh leaving Morton and press toward marriage. Their bond strengthens as she accepts the plan despite future blocks.
The Associated Press reports B F Goodrich Chemical Co increases hot synthetic rubber production by 26 percent using sugar and activating elements. The technique speeds the hot process run at 122 degrees versus 41 degrees for the cold method. Goodrich runs a hot plant at Institute West Virginia for the federal government with current output around 102 000 long tons yearly, above its 90 000 ton capacity. Rubber used for shoes insulation and industry.
Vice President Barkley expressed optimism that a ceasefire in Korea could be arranged by December after meeting President Truman and briefing on the Far Eastern trip. He noted United Nations negotiators share the hopeful mood and praised Admiral Turner as patient. He warned of obstacles but suggested negotiations could resume if the December 27 deadline passes without an agreement. Barkley also praised the troops in Korea for their morale, clothing, and meals, saying the army is well fed and equipped and understands their mission.
Uruguay moves to replace the presidency with a nine-member council. The plebiscite passed 196 025 to 168 513, with a 27 512 margin. The new system mirrors Switzerland including a cabinet, deputies, and a senate. Proponents say it broadens governing participation to deter revolutions while opponents warn of red tape and risk of dictatorship.
UN command warns Communists that unidentified vehicles on the Pyongyang Kaesong Road will be attacked by UN planes starting Tuesday. The restricted route allows only Communist official vehicles with cerise panels. Brig. Gen. William P. Nuckals reports 18 to 20 unidentified vehicles daily on the supply route.
Bord W. Farmer aged 77 of Beckley Junction died Sunday afternoon at his residence. Rose Funeral Home will transfer his body to the residence Tuesday morning. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 2 PM at the home, Rev D W French officiating, burial in Cammady Cemetery. Arrangements by Rose Funeral Home.
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