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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1957
Page
2
Editorial note reflects on wisdom gained from others through their experiences. Aimed at guiding readers toward prudent thinking and self-improvement, contrasting self serving gains with tested insight.
Attorney General Herbert Brownell Jr calls for new federal legislation to allow district courts to appoint public defenders for indigent defendants. The proposal aims to supplement state and local systems without overlap, backed by ABA support and a 1955 57 study noting wide use and costs of public defense across several jurisdictions.
The National Health Service faces its biggest crisis as about 21 000 general practitioners threaten a strike unless the government grants a 20 percent pay rise. Doctors insist no patient care will stop, but many would resign from the NHS.
A Chicago Tribune clipping portrays Southern hillbillies as a violent, lawless migrant group fueling skid row crime. Nor ma Browning’s report describes dives, opium parlors, and clan codes, with youths 14 to 30 drawn by easy money.
New York readers hear Phil Harris talk of Bing Crosby's kidney scare and a cafe pledge to drink less. Harris jokes about a wreath for Jack Daniels and recounts dinners at Toots Shor's after a TV win. He cites TV tediosity and shows Lewis Silvers and Van Doren anecdotes while Atlantic City dancer Ken Hammon tries for stage time.
Phil Harris entertains town with stories of Crosby and stage acts featuring Jerry Lewis fans and backstage antics. Notables like Don Ameche and Bea Lillie appear in brief vignettes while gossip notes on TV, theatre, and Hollywood mingle with humorous quips and quotes from industry figures.
Case records of psychologist Dr Crane describe Roger D a 27 year old dentist who dates Marilyn. He advises using a pushing away tactic to break Marilyn’s emotional dependence and tests her with cousin Nancy. Marilyn realizes she loves Roger, they marry a few weeks later.
The Finnish coalition cabinet fell after six ministers left amid a violent quarrel over butter and margarine prices. The piece also notes a British earl auctioning snuff boxes and Burma’s premier change in leadership, with a Chester man confessing burglary after slimming from 223 to 170 pounds.
Washington researchers present divergent views on foreign aid with a common conclusion that aid will continue long term. The President's commission led byBenjamin F. Pearnitz stresses private investment though warns it may not replace government help. MIT group says private capital cannot carry most of the burden and favors government protection for investors. Congress remains pivotal as Senate studies likely shape policy, with loans and grants debated while broad principles prevail.
James W. Kennedy, rector of The Church of the Ascension in New York City, offers a prayer asking for protection from bitterness and despair. He seeks the ability to live in the forgiving present with faith, hope, and trust in the future belonging to the divine.
A column contemplates shifts in prosperity from a one-home standard to a two-home, two-television era. It warns of rising materialism, mental health concerns, and medical needs as Americans pursue more gadgets, cars, and comforts.
Graduates from Fort Bliss Army Anti Aircraft Artillery and Guided Missile School include 2nd Lt. Oliver C Hembrick age 23 son of O C Hembrick Beckley West Virginia who completed the Nike surface to air missile officers basic course. Also listed are Airman 3 James R Woods son of Mr and Mrs J W Woods Beckley and Specialist 2 C Audrey N Painter son of Mr and Mrs L M Painter Mount Hope who completed tele type operation course at Fort Gordon Georgia.
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