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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1956

Page

2

Coal Institute Sees Bright Future for Bituminous Coal

The Bituminous Coal Institute, part of the National Coal Association, reports optimistic demand from steel mills electric utilities and overseas buyers. It notes modernization costs about 20 million to open a two million ton mine and calls for policy relief on taxes noncommercial coal purchases and railroad freight rates to support expansion and new steelmaking technologies.

Bituminous Coal Institute National Coal Association The Coal Institute Minnesota Michigan

March of Events Inside Washington

Washington waits for President Eisenhower to decide if he will run again. Some Republicans fear delaying the decision could hurt GOP chances in 1956 by highlighting Ike’s health and complicating party readjustment if he does not seek reelection. Benson’s potential resignation if Ike bows out is also discussed.

Central Press Association Washington Eisenhower GOP Benson Ezra Tait Benson Tor & S Eigenhower New York Stock Exchange London Paris Amsterdam Toronto West Point

Spelling Bee sponsorship praised by Raleigh County principals

The Raleigh County Elementary Principals Association voted to co sponsor with The Register the annual Spelling Bee. The piece applauds Guy Rumberg for backing his student and notes last year’s co champion decision. it also highlights printed word lists and a heartening tale of Amos the seeing eye cat guiding Rover the dog.

Raleigh County Elementary Principals Association Register Ott Stover Sherman Akers Guy Rumberg Shady Spring Rumberg Rover Springfield Ohio Amos

Beckley Newspapers rates and delivery terms printed

The Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists home delivery options and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions. It notes carrier and distributor independence and states the company does not assume responsibility for advance payments to carriers or their representatives.

Brooks & Finley, Inc New York Philadelphia Chicago Detroit Boston Teveland Atlanta Los Angeles San Francisco West Virginia Beckley Newspapers Corporation

Eisenhower weighing second term in wake of world conditions

In June 1962 Ike rode a train toward a presidential bid after town hints that world conditions could push him to run again. GOP leaders cite unifying goals while allies note his cementing influence in the party. Analysts question how an imminent transition or illness might affect his decision.

Gueen Washington Dwight D. Eisenhower Kansas Wheat Fields Abilene Gop Teaders Citizens For Eisenhower Lucius D. Clay Eisenhower Army Clay Otter Stevens Joe McCarthy R-Wis Denver

Secret TV pair Bill Cullen and Ann Macomber wed in hush

New York gossip notes Bill Cullen and Ann Macomber marked a quiet month of marriage after a private ceremony officiated by Judge Morris Eder. Ann, daughter of Heinz Roemheld, and Cullen teased secrecy before public chatter.

New York Bill Cullen Ann Macomber Los Angeles Barberry Bill Supreme Court Morris Eder Milton Berle Ann Berle Heinz Roemheld Ruby RCA Bimbo 365 San Francisco Clarence Nordstrom Milllburn N. J

Quiet Weekend Gossip From Showbiz World

A roundup of backstage chatter and social notes from Hollywood and New York. Mentions include Victor Borge buying drinks after a baby’s arrival, Joan Crawford at Ruth Gordon’s chair, Gogi at the Charterhouse birthday call, Laura Sands singing at the Vogue Room, and other industry flings and party updates.

Mama Palm Beach Eva London Magda Nassau Zsa Zsa Victor Borge Gilmore's Joan Crawford Ruth Gordon George Raft Mike Romanoff H'wood Gogi Charterhouse Laura Sands Bklyn Morty Gunty Vogue Dagmar Adele Boston Nanette Fabray Caesar John Raitt Julie Wilson Jack Philbins Jackie Gleason Buddy Hackett H’wood

Survival kit beyond groceries in atomic age Sermon of the Mount

New York column argues against mass panic and personal stockpiling after atomic threat. It cites Dr. Warren and urges a collective response over fear, proposing the Sermon on the Mount as the enduring survival kit for civilized mankind.

New York Curbstone Hiroshima Stafford L. Warren University of California At Los Angeles Detroit Congressional

Answers to a Newspaper Quiz on Historic Facts

The page asks seven multiple choice questions: car dealer stock on Jan 1 1985 vs 1986. Benson’s state of origin. Moscow shirt price. fraction of crude oil for gasoline. Pius XII birthday age. steel shafts ban in golf. meaning of scatologist.

Lec'y Benson Middle West Rocky Mt Pacific Coast Moscow U.S Pope Pius XII

Pause & Praise technique in sales and teaching

Case 9318 reviews the Pause and Praise method for engaging others and gaining cooperation. It emphasizes pausing before answering to validate questions, praising the inquirer to boost confidence, and using the Reversible Why to involve the other person in problem solving.

Prayer of thanks from Pacific School of Religion leader

The message offers gratitude for friends and saints who bring love, service, and moral guidance. Stuart LeRoy Anderson of Berkeley, California, president of the Pacific School of Religion, signs the prayer with praise for thoughtful companions and guidance in Christ.

Stuart LeRoy Anderson Berkeley Calif Pacific School of Religion

Las Vegas clubs seek top acts to lure gamblers and crowds

Hollywood observes that night clubs on the Las Vegas strip rely on star power to pull in gambling patrons. Executives note that profit hinges on big names and strong audiences, with Las Vegas venues balancing high entertainment costs and 24 hour temptations.

Vegas Las Vegas Garsning Joe E. Lewis Frankie Laine Martin and Lewis Sophie Tucker Tony Martin Ray Bolger Donald O'Connor Frank Sinatra Kay Starr Lena Borne Jimmy Durante Betty Hutton Danny Thomas Gene Murphy The Desert Inn Beldon Katleman el Rancho Vegas Nevada California Arizona Utah Katlemaan Lewis, Tucker Eartha Kitt Milton Preslie Sahara Marlene Dietrich Aan Blyth Mae West Neogit

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