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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1957
Page
2
An editorial note from the Raleigh Register presents a Today Thought attributed to J. A. Kare, contemplating the paradox of expressing hell through love not felt, prompting reflection. The fragment reflects 1897 Raleigh Beckley publication voice and style.
West Virginia taxpayers, bottlers, and the petroleum association mount protests urging tax reform. They argue the tax system is unfair, with drivers bearing the burden and sales suffering. calls include new assessments of real property across counties to restore revenue and fairness.
The page outlines a broad clash over right to work laws as states consider prohibiting union security agreements. It cites Taft-Hartley constraints, Labor-Management relations acts, and varied state votes in 1956 1957 plus positions of Eisenhower Mitchell and party platforms. It notes involvement by the U S Chamber of Commerce and National Association of Manufacturers and mentions Nevada Washington and Kansas political dynamics.
Becktley Civitan Club reports fruitful international ties with student exchanges. Receipts include two letters from India one from Rai Rameshwari Prasad, the first foreign student in the Beckley program, and a greeting from Prasad’s father dated December 12 1956 praising U S India relations and leaders Eisenhower Nehru.
A letter from Prasad’s father lauds Civitan International after his son’s 1954 visit. He emphasizes the movement’s value for youth citizenship, global friendship, and potential contributions to human welfare, and expresses hope for future cross national exchanges and visits.
The Raleigh Register lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions by mail and delivery, with rates for daily only, six months, and one year. It notes West Virginia sales tax, address change procedures, and that carriers act as independent contractors with no responsibility for advance payments.
New York interview notes Gene Kelly on dancing, stigma against male ballet, and his career. He recalls a club incident, his rise from roller skating to stage, and plans around The Happy Road film and television. He discusses gender expectations on the dance floor and how real men like Astaire and Bolger fit the art.
A collage of show business notes recounts Gene Kelly resisting gendered dancer stereotypes while pursuing choreography work in early Broadway through screenwork with Mary Martin. Other items highlight Frank Sinatra in Palm Springs pre Copa, Grace Kelly and babies, and NBC critic clashes.
Case T-368. Mary D., 23, wife of Larry, confesses shortcomings in their marriage while describing a college town arrangement with no roots. Crane stresses building home roots through church, social ties, and weekly dating, urging daily emotional effort and love calisthenics. He offers a 200-point husband and wife test upon request.
The U S Weather bureau uses a red pennant to warn small crafts of moderately strong winds. Historic note recalls England as a European center for horse breeding.
A syndicated column critiques Eisenhower's Middle East plan as vague and largely not new. It questions how economic aid and arms would be used, whether Congress will approve steps, and if standby military authority is offered for preventing Soviet influence. The piece notes Dulles's past stance on emergency action without Congress and ponders the plan’s real urgency.
Household odds and ends fill a Hal Boyle column with quirky notes on actress Jayne Mansfield, silent film stars, and Hollywood gadgets. The list also trash talks chemistry myths, hotel luxuries in Miami Beach, growing driver numbers, and surprising trivia from presidents to pearls.
Hollywood impresario Michael Todd stunned industry observers by financing Around the World In 80 Days with his own money, turning it into a major hit and a top Oscar contender. He plans European tours and confirms wide U.S. and international openings with full houses and no empty seats.
Wisconsin plans a school for new legislators as a radio debate questions if Russian students' political leanings are unhealthy for the Kremlin or the students. The note implies students may be presumed elected after first exam.
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