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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1955
Page
4
Brief opinion note presents a Locke quote on education and self-improvement. It frames reading, good company, and reflection as essential to finishing a gentleman, prompting readers to reflect on personal growth and moral formation.
Israel heads to its third Knesset with Mapai led coalition under Mo she Sharett. The Kastner affair is debated after a 1955 court ruling exonerated journalist Greenwald, supporting Kastner's wartime rescue of 600 relatives at the cost of 500000 Hungarian Jews. Religion in civil life and Arab relations fuel tensions among Mapai General Zionists L A hudut Ha avoda Herut and other parties as Ben Gurion shapes defense policy.
Across major papers Washington Post, New York Times, Chicago Sun Times, New York Herald Tribune and Boston Globe praise the Geneva conference. Editors call Eisenhower’s leadership, will toward peace, and candid talks a step toward a modus vivendi and reduced world tensions.
An insert from Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines home delivery and mail subscription rates, noting carriers and distributors act as independent contractors. It lists daily and Sunday, weekly, monthly and annual options, with West Virginia tax adds and address change instructions.
Editors note outlines FEAF and Navy mobility programs to deter Communists in the Pacific. FEAF spreads aircraft from Formosa to Alaska, with B36 bombers and fighter-bombers ready at hours' notice. Navy under Adm Pride stresses rapid redeployment from bases like Subic Bay and Cubi Point, keeping 7th Fleet ready to support Formosa and Pescadores.
A brisk round of show business chatter covers Miss Universe judging in Long Beach, Gypsy Markoff in Paris enjoying corn on the cob, Danny Kaye quips in London, Lilli Palmer and Rex Harrison amid rumors, and Marlene Dietrich seen at Cafe des Paris with Ella Logan and Orrin Lehman. Eleanor Holm attends an aristocratic Madrid dance in lace and gloves as her diplomat escort faces car trouble.
A collage of light society items, celebrity gossip, and upcoming events. Notes on Eleanor and a small European car incident, Evelyn West arranging a Denver wedding, Prince Charles connections, Mary Parker and Mike Parker links, Horace Stoneham and the NY Giants, Eva Gabor in talks, Benny Goodman profile plans, gas lifeguards at the Colony Beach Club, CBS hiring, Ted Williams branching into bowling, Marion Colby and her husband, Helen Hayes' son debut, Wheel of Fortune trio, Leonard Mac Bain, Las Vegas coverage, and a string of quips from Patti Page and Joey Adams.
Washington analysis of the Geneva talks notes the four powers showed civility but produced no tangible deeds. The conference set the stage for future deals by foreign ministers and may yield smaller, quicker agreements before any major concessions or unifications.
A puzzle page asks seven questions about world blocs population cigar smoking movie color count northern states stock issues Israeli elections and U S ambassadors with the correct names to be found on the page.
New York curbside reflections on women urge embracing imperfection like Chinese rug makers. A witty critique contrasts charm with real warmth, arguing men prefer lively, imperfect partners over statues. It suggests women balance poise with humor and resilience, noting humor and ticklishness as flirtatious yet essential traits.
A prayer text invoking guidance from Jesus Christ to live uprightly love sincerely and serve unselfishly. The blessing asks for daily guidance into truth and righteousness so that peace and brotherhood may prevail. Read by Alfred N Sayres a professor at Theological Seminary Evangelical and Reformed Church.
Estes Kefauver born July 26 1903 in Madisonville Tennessee became a U S senator after five House terms and 1948 election. He chaired the Senate Crime Investigating Committee in 1951 with televised hearings seen by millions and later led the Senate Anti Monopoly Committee while supporting the TVA.
Minnesota survey indicates a majority leaning toward pro government views with substantial support for the bloc. Aldrich notes a sizable segment favorable to external allies, reflecting a complex public stance amid evolving international tensions.
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