Eisenhower confirms run for reelection in TV address
President Eisenhower ended months of speculation by announcing in a televised address that he will seek another term. He stressed the decision came after careful consideration and said his choice would not bar other candidates from entering the race. He noted his health and readiness to serve five more years, and left open the possibility of his running mate, with Nixon as a likely choice though not yet decided.
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Mothers Voice Fear for Children Amid Global Turmoil
Beckley attendees hear Miss Sally Butler, educator, urge unity and responsible childrearing as a path to peace. She notes women from 35 nations fear war, cites U S home as central to world harmony, and recalls lessons from travels in 35 countries.
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Beckley preps to honor Kilgore at funeral service
Beckley prepares for a formal tribute to U.S. Senator Harley M. Kilgore who died at 63 from a brain hemorrhage. The body will reach Beckley at 7 39 p m with escort, then proceed to service at First Baptist Church. Full military honors are planned at Fort Myer and Arlington National Cemetery. Local officials close banks and city offices for the observance. Kilgore’s death triggers succession talk as Gov. Marland may appoint an interim senator before November election.
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Bacontown Principal Faces Assault Charge Amid School Turmoil
Bacontown Principal Ingale is charged with assault and battery after a confrontation with a student’s mother Mrs Gillespie at the Bacentown School. Witnesses say the incident involved hair pulling and a fight outside the building. The board also considered staff leaves and bus driver changes as reforms proceeded.
A Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous Tonight at Memorial Building
A meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous, open to the public, will be held tonight at eight o'clock in the Memorial Building. An insurance from Richmond will be principal seen er.
Leap year traditions fuel hopes of marriages and plans
Ex staff writers note leap year proposals and the idea that unattached men select partners, citing opinion from Kim Novak and Tab Hunter, with a focus on social norms and psychology. The piece moves to Baltimore hospital funding for Sinai and a new plan to cut nursing duties, using a nurse manager to coordinate care and reduce personal contact strain on patients.
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Eisenhower Confirms Bid for Second Term at News Conference
President Eisenhower announced he is willing to run for a second term at a packed news conference. He praised the Red Cross and Italian President Gronchi while urging Congress to act on farm and Upper Colorado Basin legislation. The room hosted hundreds of reporters as he spoke calmly then swiftly, signaling a definite decision.
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President Eisenhower to address nation on run for second term
Washington reports President Eisenhower will announce his decision to seek a second term in an informal 10 p.m. EST address on all television and radio networks. The White House secured a half hour, but network timing not guaranteed. He will speak from notes and may be accompanied by Mrs. Eisenhower out of camera range.
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West Virginia Democrats buoyed by Eisenhower move
In Charleston and Mullens West Virginia Democrats expressed calm about President Eisenhower's planned run. Leaders cited his health and popularity while GOP figures voiced confidence. The political tone contrasted with mourning over a local accident and the death of Marine Arnold Vanhoy, age 19, in Camp Vieques incidents.
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Wreck Victims Named In Fatal Raleigh County Collision
James Hale Jr 79 Epperly husband of Ella Hale 76 died in the two car crash near Glen Morgan on Raleigh Sullivan Road. Ella Hale was killed in the wreck. Clarence Bennett 28 Bluefield driver of the taxi in fair to satisfactory condition with chest injuries. Darrell Deeds 36 Beaire in good condition. Mrs Ella Hill 43 Epperly passenger in taxi listed fair. Two passengers in Deeds car treated and released. State Police continue investigation with no charges filed.
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Leap Year Twins Born To Mr and Mrs Kelly Brooks
Twin boys born today at Wyoming General Hospital Rockview to Mr and Mrs Kelly Brooks. First at 7:45 am weighing seven pounds two ounces second at 7:30 am weighing five pounds twelve ounces. The couple’s fifth and sixth children with no names yet. Fair warmer west tonight low 23 to 22 west and 13, 425 east.
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