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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1956

Page

7

Primaries Start Across 19 States and D C

Primaries spread through 19 states Alaska and the District of Columbia beginning March 13 in New Hampshire and ending June 5 in New York California Montana and South Dakota. Delegates and votes shape a path to the national nominating contests for both parties with varied rules and potential campaign impact.

Washington Alaska District of Columbia New Hampshire New York California Montana South Dakota GOP Kefauver Tolas Stevenson Eisenhower White House William Engwland Adlai Stevenson Minnesota Labor Party Kefany Hjalmar Petersen Wiconsin Eiseshower Walter Kohler Hower Knowland Knight New Jersey Maryland Indiana Ohio West Virginia Nebraska Alabama Hampshire Oregon Pennsylvania Illinois

New Uniform Drive For SSHS Band Requires $500 More

Shady Spring High School Band Booster Club aims to raise at least 500 dollars to fund new uniforms. Since December, Dr. Eva Teter and boosters have gathered contributions totaling 306 dollars, enough for about 22 coats and 7 caps, with many local businesses donating.

SSHS Boosters Club Shady Spring Eva Teter Beaver Pany Henry Lilly Henry’s Market Is. Wilcox Lonnie Queen Lilly Hardware Woods Super Market J. E. Mays Tracy Shannon Shannon’s Kenneth Keaton Keaton Amoco Rakes Hardware F. B. Lynch E. S. Pittman Evely Roberts Cool Ridge Andrew Epting Andrew Epting, At Top Vonna Epling Flat Top L. P. Bragg Glen Morgan Yecaute Shady Spring High School Band Leff Sherman Shumate Shelby Callahan Joan King Steve Collins Elia Sue Phillips Shady Spring High School Band Booster Club Miss King Reaver Teter Daniels Eniferms Saet

Judge Rules Teen Must Respect Father Says It Is For Her Welfare

A Superior Court judge told 17 year old Jane Turner to cooperate with her father Joseph Turner a Sierra Madre cafe owner after she sought removal from his authority. She claimed he abused paternal control by fining her for minor chores and asked $300 monthly for education and support.

Los Angeles Papa Elmer Doyle Iane Turner Joseph Turner Sierra Madre Miss Turner Chicago

Brother of Beckleyan Succumbs in Roanoke

The Rev. Robert W. Childress brother of Mrs. Bess Cecil of 2119 South Kanawha Street Beckley died Sunday in a Roanoke hospital. Funeral arrangements are in complete.

Beckleyan Roanoke Robert W. Childress Bess Cecil S. Kanawha St Roanoke Hospital

16 Year Old Victim of Russian Roulette in Utah

Joseph Ciarus, 16, tried Russian roulette to prove bravery. He fired a 22 caliber revolver with one chamber loaded, aimed at his head twice as friends watched, and survived the first two attempts. A subsequent shot proved fatal three hours later at a hospital.

Price Utah Joseph Co Ciarus Albert Pasek Detroit Municipal gun/Authority

Lawmakers tour Lakin State Hospital for drug therapy demo

West Virginia lawmakers visited Lakin State Hospital in Mason County to witness a drug therapy demonstration for mental patients. The trip, organized by the State Board of Control, aimed to show hospital needs and potential funding to expand therapy programs and reduce inmate populations and costs.

West Virginia State Capitol Lakin State Hospital Senate House Mason County Charleston State Board of Control

The Best Policy Pete Is a Successful Merchant

A profile outlines Pete as a thriving merchant whose business acumen drives growth and community impact. He builds networks, expands offerings, and maintains steady client trust while navigating market shifts.

Beattie Promoted To VP Of Operations At Elk River Firms

J. G. Bradley announces Harold L. Beattie named vice president of operations for Elk River Coal & Lumber Co. Widen and Buffalo Creek & Gauley Railroad Co. Dundon effective Dec 15 1935. Beattie will oversee coal at Widen Swandale lumber and Dundon railroad operations. credited with boosting daily coal output from 4000 to over 5500 tons and modernizing mining methods.

Widen J. G. Bradley Elk River Coal & Lumber Co Buffalo Creek & Gauley Railroad Co Dundon Harold L. Beattie Coal Company Railracd Company Beattie Swandale

Candidate Listed Incorrectly in Raleigh Address

Coal City resident John Cooper was announced as a Democratic committee man candidate but was shown as living in Raleigh in the Sunday edition. His correct address is Coal City.

John Cooper Raleigh Coal City

Democratic Candidate Seeks Constable Post in Raleigh District

Victor Giammerino of Surveyor filed Monday with the Raleigh County Circuit Clerk seeking the Democratic nomination for constable of Trap By District. The action aims to win the office through the upcoming election.

Victor Giammerino Raleigh County Joffice Samel Crawford Traphy

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