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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1957
Page
2
Franklin reflection notes how pride enjoyed abundance while poverty consumed scarcity and infamy shadows the feast. The line frames virtue through contrasts of wealth and shame.
City officials report progress in traffic control but note widespread noncompliance with arrows lights and lane rules. Center lanes are left turn only and right lanes permit straight movement, yet drivers disregard signals, especially at Second Street to Church Street via W Fayette.
The piece highlights persistent disregard for a no entry sign at the Prince Street east exit and illegal turns into Neville Street parking lot. It urges more police presence to curb dangerous violations amid narrow streets and heavy pedestrian flow, noting traffic court costs of five dollars.
Washington fears State department intelligence kept asleep during Kremlin shakeup. Skeptics predict possible intelligence overhaul after Khrushchev ouster as officials scramble for explanations of the Moscow development.
The article explains that the shrimp head houses the heart and stomach while the tail is eaten. It notes the blazer’s naval roots in a British warship, where a fashion-conscious captain first dressed crew in blue jackets with brass buttons, a detail highlighted by the National Geographic Society.
Wil mingtonNC announces Charlie Hurst will become managing editor on July 25 after serving as city editor for two years. He previously worked with The Register and is known for the tongue in cheek gossip column featuring Mrs Murphy and Mrs O Toolie.
The piece quotes Robert P. Goldman claiming medical progress in the last decade saved 1,240,000 lives and doubled drug choices. It notes declines in deaths from influenza and tuberculosis and projects further gains, while stressing a shift toward humane patient care and attention to mind and body in treatment.
Bing Crosby, age 52, contemplates retirement to travel but faces tax needs as the government requires revenue. Plans include a picture about Harry Warren and Al Dubin with Jackie Gleason as Dubin, aiming to introduce Gleason to Europe. Jayne Mansfield heads to New York for public appearances with Mickey Wargoitay, amid talk of competition with Marilyn Monroe and upcoming Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter.
Jumbled society notes from Beverly Hills and New York paste a collage of celebrity sightings. Zsa Zsa Gabor polishes diamonds, a photographer aims for a kitchen shot, and Dave Barry jokes about his wife drivers. Pat Gaston backs out after a fight with Tommy Manville, while Milko Skofic signs movie deals for Gina Lollobrigida.
Rita W aged 20 captivates Frank at first sight but class and habit clash with his family. Tobacco smoke piano tastes and tavern outings spark friction. Rita’s charm fades as Frank’s ideal image dissolves. a playful test kit offers impartial insight into infatuation.
Washington analysts cite Senators Russell Ga Ervin NC and Eastland Miss as the trio driving talking points to divide Eisenhower supporters on civil rights. Lawyer Robert Young on Eastland’s staff aided questions on troop use and informers, influencing Brownell and Senate Judiciary hearing dynamics. A July 11 attack by Eastland emphasized informer power as the old law faced repeal.
Wall Street features a rare portrait of Julia A. Wilson a prominent investment writer and former Time Magazine researcher. The Tennessee born economist turned writer dictates drafts then polishes them three times delivering accessible financial literature for top firms. She balances work with travel and cultural pursuits while rejecting stock tips and stressing lifelong learning.
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