To Be frank Not Fearful Editorial
Readers sometimes irritate editors with harsh letters and complaints. The piece defends the newspaper as essential to democracy, arguing it challenges power, upholds public information, and exposes faults while inviting disagreement and scrutiny from citizens. It stresses newspapers’ patriotism, integrity, and duty to inform and provoke thoughtful debate.
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Nixon's 1956 prospects hinge on four more years
Vice President Nixon remains uncertain about his future as Eisenhower weighs a second term. While Nixon could be a top contender for the 1960 Republican nomination, staying on as vice president strengthens his 1956 re election odds and preserves a path to the presidency if Eisenhower dies or steps aside. Internal party opposition may temper his push, yet many Republicans see value in keeping him on the ticket for continuity and future advantage.
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First Panhandle Governor Hope In Myers Bid
Martinsburg editor John G. Byrer backs Berkeley County candidate J Howard Myers as the Eastern Panhandle’s first gubernatorial hopeful. A 1952 Democratic primary recap shows Hedrick carrying seven counties and hints Myers could win the 1956 nomination based on past voting patterns and endorsements.
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John G. Byrer
Martinsburg News
J. Howard Myers
Berkeley County
Eastern Panhandle
Myers
E. H. Hedrick
Beckley
Cyrus 8. Kump
Elkins
Wm. C. Marland
Glen Rogers
Everett Ray Shafer
Dr. Hedrick
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers Union
Cyrus Kump
Wm. C.marland
Everett Shafer
Boone
Fayette
Logan
Mercer
Mingo
Raleigh
Summers
West Virginia primary forecasted votes and candidates
The Raleigh Register reports on the 1956 West Virginia gubernatorial race with candidate breakdowns. It estimates state-wide support for Burdett Ferguson Mollohan Myers and Viller, outlining how vote splits among blocs from 1952 may shape the primary results.
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Kump
Marland
Shafer
Joe Burdett
Pt. Pleasant
M. J. Ferguson
Wayne
R. H. Mcllahan
Fairmont
J. Howard Myers
Martinsburg
A. D. Viller
Clarksburg
Burdett
R. H. Mollohan
Sen. Neely
U. M. W. Union
Ogden
Old Guard
Okey L. Patteson
West Virginia
Mollohan
Viller
Dr. Hedrick
Myers
Ferguson
Utah Mormons Favor Eisenhower Amid 1960s Campaign
A Utah survey shows strong Eisenhower support among Mormons, aided by Ezra Taft Benson’s influence and church ties. Voters cited prosperity, Benson’s role, and Eisenhower’s farm and water policies, while Republicans and Democrats weigh Nixon’s impact and local political splits.
Planes TV Dust Campaign Trains Planes TV Dust Campaign Trains
Hallmarks of the modern campaign plane and TV era reshape presidential coverage. Belman Morin recalls the reporter’s mobile newsroom on the campaign rail, with stops, crowd contact, and clashes of old and new media. He notes Eisenhower and Stevenson moments, eavesdropping at crowds, and a memorable press car life.
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Belman Morin
Hal Boyle
New York
Gen. Eisenhower
Adlai Stevenson
Seattle
Eisenhower
Western Union
Grace Kelly Adored N Y Keeping Fifth Ave Apartment
Society notes recount Grace Kelly retaining her Fifth Avenue apartment in New York while preparing for her forthcoming country life. The column weaves in playful asides about Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds anniversary, NBC secrets, and various Hollywood happenings centered on Grace Kelly and friends.
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New York
Grace Kelly
Monaco
Eddie Fisher
Debbie Reynolds
Luchow
Lena Horne
French Riviera
Toots Shor
Las Vegas
Don Ameche
Joe DiMaggio
West
Phoenix
NBC
Eddie F
Dinah
Case Records of a Psychologist Case R-316
Norman R. aged 23 seeks marriage to Joan, a girl he knew since school. He cites parental pressure and a test rating of Very Superior, but his feelings resemble sister affection. The analysis notes parental opposition often strengthens such matches while blessing can prompt rebellion.
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Benson
Frank G. Shelley
Utah Farm Bureau Federation
Norman R
Joan
Norman
Love's Rule Turns Neighbors Into Lovers
The columnist urges Norman to date his neighbor Joan, arguing that a proper kiss breaks the brother sister barrier and sparks real romance. Citing psychology, a past case, and Dr Crane’s booklet offer, the piece promotes dating to arouse true feelings and ends with a request to write for more pamphlets.
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Norman
Joan
Dr. Crane
Prayer Passage by John W. Shackford from Churchland Va
An excerpt titled Today’s Prayer offers a devotional meditation by John W. Shackford a retired Methodist minister from Churchland Virginia. It reflects faith in finding light beyond dark moments and ends with an Amen commitment to God.
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John W. Shackford
Churchland
Ancient cloth pattern and Gulf Stream factoids
The text mentions an ancient Egyptian decorative cloth pattern and notes the Gulf Stream’s main current running about 450 miles off New York coast. It presents two distinct facts without a unifying event or narrative.
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Egypt
New York
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