Bad Chapter Closes on Gambling Opens New One
The Gilkerson conviction ends a local gamble chapter but reveals broader public indifference to organized gambling in Raleigh County. The piece condemns the community’s acceptance of illicit enterprise and calls for action against the growing threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WW. B. Gilkerson
Raleigh
Gilkerson
Gonce
Brice
Raleigh County
Joseph Addison
Beckleyans
W.B. Gilkerson
Snd
Ned Ragland
Harry McCreery
Ragland
Sauce for the goose and gander in state audits
State Tax Commissioner auditors fault County Clerk Harry Anderson for taking 1300 in alleged unauthorized salary. The piece recalls Beckley Newspapers overcharges of 590, paid by court deduction. It condemns lax public official action after murder conviction of W. S. Gilkerson and calls for accountability at the courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Koontz
Harry Anderson
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
West Virginia
Anderson
Gilkerson
Beckley
America
Temple of Justice
Coal Age predicts bright future for coal industry
Coal Age foresees strong output this year with 370,000,000 tons of bituminous coal, mainly consumed by electric utilities, and highlights coal fired gas turbines and gas from coal as growing prospects alongside ongoing synthesization efforts amid rising industry interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thoracie
Coal Age
Bat Steel
Coet Age
No Optimist About Cabinet Picks Yet
Political writers already forecast potential Cabinet selections before the next election, weighing names and expected shifts. Analysts debate experience versus fresh perspectives as a backdrop to campaign rhetoric and governing priorities.
Vacation Notes on Palm Leaf Reflect Florida Boom
Fragmented reminiscence notes Florida growth after war with migration and tourism. References citrus wealth and real estate speculation in Orlando and other cities. Observations include veterans settling, palm beach expansion, and a quirky line on alligator wrestling pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Peninsula
Prayer for neighborly respect and forgiveness
A dated prayer from Alfred N. Sayres of Lancaster Pennsylvania asks for divine guidance to respect all neighbors, see good in others, overcome pride, and foster understanding and goodwill toward all people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heavenly Father
Alfred N. Sayres
Lancaster
Tax Return Rules That Change With the 1951 Law
Washington outlines who must file, filing forms, and exemptions for 1951 income tax. The article covers deadlines, form 1040 variants, joint filing benefits, self employment schedules, social security tax rates, dependent rules, medical expense deductions, and home sale gain tax treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Yoo
Oii
Raleigh Register Evening Edition masthead and imprint details
Publication note for the Raleigh Register Evening Edition published by Beckley Newspapers Corporation. It lists managing editor, Associated Press membership, distribution details, and subscription rates with notices about addresses and delivery, including West Virginia tax information and carrier terms.
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Raleigh Register
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Beckley
W . Hinton
W. Va
Thomas
Stafford
Shrudoar
Associated Press
AP News
SAP News
Brooks.& Finley
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Boston
Cleveland
Atlanta
Los Angeles
Daly
West Virginia
Bug Dust- A call to fight organized gambling
The piece argues against leniency toward gambling offenders and criticizes prosecutors and judges for light sentences. It urges citizens, ministers, clubs, and church groups to form watchdot committees to strengthen moral leadership and conduct open, persistent fights against racketeers and punch boards.
Solons Prep a Smorgasbord of Malfeasance in Capital
A Alsop column argues the new Congress will probe executive malfeasance from Tom Clark and Jack Frye to the Alcohol tax unit and War Assets. It cites ties among Clark Hannegan Hughes and Parker, plus investigations into Snyder era relaxations, State Department loyalty rules, and McCarran hearings, warning the presidential campaign may focus on graft over big issues.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Tom Clark
Theron Lamar Caudle
Texas
United States
Truman
Robert Hannegan
Jack Frye
Trans-World Airlines
Frye
T.W A
Howard Hughes
Hughes
Clark
Hannegan
T.W.A
Equitable Life Insurance Company
General Aniline Corporation
Alien Property Office
General Aniline
General Dyestuff
Civil Aviation Board
Pan-American Airways
Wur Times
John Snyder
Treasury Department
Democratic National Committee
Alcohol Tax
Commodity Credit Corporation
Harold Sayntom
Pat McCarran
Nevada
Caudle
Frank Nathan
John S. Service
State Department
McCarran
Internal Security
Philip Jessup
Dean G. Acheson
Washington March of Events Amid Jessup Fight and Steel Talks
Central Press reports Washington scene as Republicans push to oust UN envoy Jessup while Truman refuses recall threats. Bridges wins Senate leadership easily, health commission draws liberal and conservative support, and steel wage talks edge toward a face-saving settlement with wage gains below the union demand.
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Washington
Republicas
Philip C. Jessun
United States
United Nations Assembly
Senate
Truman
Jessup
Stylesridges
New Hampshire
Dean Acheson
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Buliver
Ned I. Ragland
Er. C. Brice
Sherman Washington
Harry J. McCreery
Roe
Stosine
Tong
Rawland
Orlando
Cy Hal Boyle
Ropolitan
FBI
By James Marlow
By Thomas F. Stafford
By Joseph and
Stewart Alsop
Jessup Oyster Cry
Fonstall
Massachusetts
Bridges
Robert A A. Taft
Ohio
Taft
Salterstall
Eisenhower
Trimar
Health Commission
Ron
Gress
Philip Murray
Cio-Unites
Mur-ray
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