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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1956

Page

2

Editorial Thought on Kindness by Bailey

Editorial Review quotes Bailey on human nature and gender equally urging kindness. The aphorism suggests both men and women err when they fail to be kind, framing kindness as a universal duty in daily conduct.

Union Dues Rise Across Major Labor Unions

The article notes dues increases in several unions including Steelworkers and ITU as rank and file oppose higher costs. It cites a $2 monthly rise to $5 for Steelworkers, salary boosts for top leaders, and plans for a referendum on dues. It also references broader union funding, a 1955 AFL CIO framework, and a NICB survey detailing average dues and initiation fees.

United Steelworkers of America Steelworkers Convention Los Angeles David J. McDonald McDonald I.T.U. — International Typographical Union International Union Defense Fund Oil, Chemical & Atomic Workers Machinists Convention United Auto Workers Ford General Motors Auto Workers Afl-Cio AFL CIO Executive Council Canada National Industrial Conference Board Lsted U. S Friendly Society of Engravers and Sketchmakers

Charity rackets thrive in Yuletide

The season prompts warnings of charity rackets as promoters take large shares of contributions. Estimates claim 100 to 250 million dollars last year funded fake charities, with examples from New York officials backing charity balls that exploited donors. Legislators sought tighter 1954 charity rules but backed by welfare groups. Leader Francis E. Waller urged giving through recognized channels for Hungarian aid to ensure funds reach refugees.

American National Red Cross Averell Harriman New York Robert F. Wagner New York City Enterpriser New York State Francis E. Waller D-Pa House Judiciary Committee

Letters welcome to public forum at The Register

The Register invites signed letters on local or national issues for publication in the Public Forum. Briefer submissions have a better chance of printing, and writer names may be deleted upon request though letters must be signed. The newspaper assumes no responsibility for statements in letters.

The Register Public Forum

Sweet Little Jesus Boy performance at Methodist Temple

Members of the Methodist Temple congregation were deeply moved as Mrs. Ralph Amick sang Sweet Little Jesus Boy. The program notes describe Negro spirituals as intimate expressions sung to oneself, reflecting troubles, hopes, and a personal communion with God, and praise the song as a beautiful example of such music.

Methodist Temple Ralph Amick Jesus Boy Robert MacGimsey America Lille Jesus Boy

Beckley Beckley Newspapers Rate Card and Delivery Details

The showpiece rate card for Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines home delivery options by carrier daily and Sunday, with monthly and yearly subscriptions and tax notes. It lists associate offices, advertising representation, and contact details for subscriptions and changes of address.

Beckley Newspapers Corporation Beckley W. Va Hinton C.J. McQuade Associated Press AP News Prines Yee STORY Brooks & Finley, Inc New York Philadelphia Chicago Detroit Boston Cleveland Atlanta Los Angeles San Francisco West Virginia Davy Wwe Ace Independent Tualractors

Sweet Little Jesus Boy and Cancer Society Faith Address

West Virginians joined the American Cancer Society annual meeting in New York where retiring president Dr. G B Brindley praised faith hope and service guiding the society. He noted more than 27 million dollars raised this year and urged rededication to an expanded cancer control program. He said the program rests on faith within the organization and with the American people.

West American Cancer Society

Pharos name gives rise to lighthouse term pharology

The name Pharos became the general term for all lighthouses and pharology refers to the science of lighthouse construction. Woodcocks feed in early morning and at dusk on worms or small crustaceans. The quantity of food consumed is very large.

Pharos Pharos Island Alexandria Egypt

Hollywood insiders jostle Florida hotel scene in Miami Beach

The piece chronicles a star studded Miami Beach stay at the Americana with Perry Como’s team, Groucho Marx pacing in Bermuda attire, Eddie Fisher courting a Coke ambassadorship, and NBC CBS tensions over TV appearances amid a celebrity powered Palm Beach style gathering.

Nightlife Buzz and Hotel Openings Highlight 1950s Showbiz

Gossip column surveys stars and events from a Mexico City hotel premiere to NBC Tonight show shifts. Mentions include Johnnie Ray earning a gold record for Walking in the Rain, Martha Kaye pestering Nick Condos’s wife, and Sid Caesar visiting an auto show. Also notes Frank Sinatra finishing a Joe E. Lewis bio, Red Buttons in Sayonara, and Pat Boone top casting options.

Sterling Kitty Kallen Johnnie Ray Johnnie Harold Gruder The Mercury California Earl Mike Wallace M. C NBC Steve Alten Hy Gardner Martha Kaye Miami Nick Condos Barbara Mexico City Martha Hyer Richard Egan Frank Sinatra Joe E. Lewis Joe E Sid Caesar Red Buttons James Michener Pat Boone Bernardine Marguerite Piazza Jane Morgan Dick Taymes H'wood Wigsler Neila Ates Fanny Tyrone Power Eddie Lane Dee Drummond Biltmore Sonny Foxes D.C. Bizz Atty Brownell Gov. Goody Knight Frankie Laine Eileen Barton Australia Thailand Pat Ward Nbc-Tv Jonathan Winters Wish Id Sammy Kaye Youny Frank Cernlli Joe Howard Arthur Miller

Case Records of a Psychologist The Worry Clinic Case 7350

Psychologist explains chronic alcoholism as a fire escape from an inner inferno of pride and ego. The 40s age panic, impotence fears, and therapy are discussed with Paul R a successful attorney battling liquor and loss of clients. Wives advised to seek help and a booklet on impotence.

Paul R Paul Bates Alcoholics Anonymous

Welsh centenarian attributes longevity to daily walks

A Welsh man nearing his hundred credits daily walks and constant pipe smoking for his long life. He says his routine is shaped by habits and the need to please his spouse who objects to his puffing indoors.

Nehru's wary stance mirrors a mid course between West and communism

The piece portrays Jawaharlal Nehru as cautious and calculating, wary of Western intentions yet committed to India’s modernization. It notes his long fight for independence, private rebellion, and belief in nonviolence as policy, while urging patience as India develops industrially to contend with both East and West.

Washington Jawaharlal Nehru Eisenhower Nehru India Britain Frank Moraes England Moraes United States Russia Asia Neare

Prayer for love and patience from Agnes Scott College leader

Today's Prayer asks for divine love and patience to guide judgment and actions. James Ross McCain of Decatur Georgia Agnes Scott College president emeritus requests forgiveness for unfair criticism and uncharitable condemnations, seeks cleansing of hearts and strength to serve Christ.

Christ James Ross McCain Decatur, Ga Agnes Scott College

Luxury Resort Dreams Realized by Tisch Family in Miami Beach

Al and Sadye Tisch and their two sons became leading resort owners with the 17 million dollar Americana hotel in Miami Beach. From a single million-dollar investment in the 1930s they built a hotel offering indoor rain forest and golflike spaces, art collections, and access to vast amenities. The family portrays a tight knit operation, funding expansion from profits and later deals as demand for Florida tourism rises despite concerns about overbuilding.

Miami Beach Fla. A Comonarch Ocean Sadye Tisch Larry Bob Florida United States Four Tisches Jack Mere New York City Sadye Laurel - In - the- Pines New Jersey Belmont Plaza New York Ambassador Atlantic City Tisches Las Vegas Sadge Lay NBC

Hollywood Film Code Survives Reforms Since 1929

The Production Code, launched to self regulate Hollywood, faced repeated challenges from moralists and protests but endured. Initiated in 1929 to curb racy content, it was refined in the 1930s under Will Hays as major studios resisted external censorship. Over decades changes followed, yet theaters and majors largely kept to the code amid antitrust realignments.

Bob Thomas Hollywood Will Hays U.S Sangster G-inen

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