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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1956
Page
2
Editorial note presents a moral reflection on justice likened to lightning that frightens many before its seen by all, attributed to Sweetman. The piece frames justice as swift and fearsome, urging contemplation of its broader societal impact.
The Digest accuses GOP leaders and White House aides of orchestrating a second, more elaborate pressure campaign to keep Eisenhower in the race during his ileitis crisis and two hour surgery. It cites public images of health and calls for more independent medical briefings.
The general civil rights bill faces probable House passage this week despite Southern Republicans and a manifesto against it. The measure would empower the Attorney General to act against efforts to deny voting rights, create a new civil rights division in the Justice Department, and establish a bipartisan civil rights commission.
The 1921 Hampton Roads test saw seven planes drop 2000 pound bombs on the German battleship Ostfriesland, sinking it in just over 20 minutes. The event bolstered air power advocacy by William L. Mitchell, though naval leaders and Congress remained cautious about fully embracing air superiority.
Bug Dust Donald D Hypes Beckley writes to the editor about highway safety and comfort. He references a July 10 paper estimate of highway deaths and shares travel experience across state and national highway systems, arguing that tension from driving in older cars strains drivers.
A 13 year old in 1951 built a scooter with oversized baby carriage wheels, racing on a sidewalk and knocking down a pedestrian. Industrialist Alex Lent witnessed the accident, was inspired to reward the boy with a free college education at Columbia University, where the now 18 year old plans to start next fall.
Washington report notes Congress plans possible changes to Social Security before adjournment. The House already voted some changes last year and the Senate Finance Committee led by Senator Byrd will draft a bill. Proposals include lowering the eligibility age for working women and wives of retired workers from 65 to 62, with final changes requiring joint approval.
A Dayton educational consultant notes political pressure as the Byrd committee pushes to cover widows of deceased workers at 62, while changes affect total disability benefits for young dependents and child eligibility. House fast tracks expanding coverage to self employed professionals except doctors, with Senate plans mirroring but excluding doctors and osteopaths. Both chambers seek farm operator and share-farmer modifications.
Dr. A B Kinzel, Union Carbide research chief, says women make up about one third of workers but only 1 in 200 scientists. He calls for 5,000 to 10,000 women yearly into industrial research, noting salaries from 4000 to 12000 dollars and strong nontraditional opportunities. He argues women are capable, intuitive, and can balance career and family, urging more women to enter science and contribute to U.S. leadership.
A stream of military personnel from Beckley and surrounding areas is noted abroad and on domestic bases. WAC members Marguerite H Bowers and other servicewomen train in Germany after basic at Fort McClellan. Pvt Larry W Greer, a Sind Surgical Hospital medical technician, arrived in Europe this January. Elmer Ray Gearhart returns to duties after Bainbridge training. Pvt Glenn M DeWees takes part in tests at Fort Riley with the First Infantry Division. Sg Mike H Farmer re-enlists in Germany after basic at Fort Jackson.
A travel piece in the Russian Riviera describes vacation habits of Russians at Yalta and Sochi, noting sanitoria culture, luxury hotels, and the mix of elites. It recalls Bulganin Stalin and Tito visiting, prices in stores, and the social scene including dancing and seaside hotels along the Black Sea coast.
Charles L a dynamic college president urges preservation of American small colleges. He proposes higher student to faculty ratios to boost tuition revenue, fund salaries, and support new buildings. He suggests a second educational shift from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. to reduce overhead.
West Virginia’s early settlers faced Delawares Shawnee and Iroquois as tribes moved through the region from 1616 onward. Senecas and Cayugas mingled with Shawnees. Delawares fled to the Alleghenies by 1776. Iroquoian groups spread, with Mingo and Wyandot connections noted, while Pontiac’s war and later conflicts influenced claims, land sales, and migration patterns.
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