Beckley and Industry: Bentleys Penetrates Regional Labor Edge
The editorial reviews G A Bentley’s strategy to attract industry to Beckley West Virginia by stressing established labor relations and avoiding South’s tax incentives. It notes Southern bond offers undercut Beckley and argues for state legislation via the Industrial and Publicity Commission to counter outside competition. The piece also critiques education policy proposals and endorses Darden’s apprenticeships as relief for crowded schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley
G. A. Bentley
Bentley
South
New England
Dixie
Benkley
Beckley Area
Mississippi
Tennessee
Kentucky
West Virginia
Newport News
The
Register
West Virginia Industrial and Publicity Commission
Mason-Dixon
Darden Aims to Reform UVA Education History
Coluale W. Darden Jr., successor to Thomas Jefferson as University of Virginia president, seeks founder's authority to overhaul education. He argues for restoring traditional educational ideals and questions modern mass schooling trends, aiming to shape UVA's direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Jefferson
University of Virginia
Coluale W. Darden, Jr
Darden
Mass
Small Cities Offer Safe Living Amid Industrial Drain
A survey shows less than ten percent of Muhlenberg county high school graduates stay local while over sixty percent of Kentucky vocational graduates work outside the state. The trend mirrors nationwide industrial labor drain, as West Virginians fill Akron plants. Small cities under 25,000 seek to spur dispersed industry for safer, healthier living and Civil Defense gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muhlenberg County
Kentucky
West
Bicycle Court for Spotswood Teens Would Enforce Rules
Teens in Spotswood NY propose a bicycle court with a teen-age judge and jury to hear minor infractions and school discipline issues. They argue such courts, in which peers judge peers, better correct behavior than adult punishment and could deter future offenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spotswood
Cicadas and spring lore in Beckley newspaper musings
Bug Dust notes the late arrival of spring to some, but declares a lush season for nature in Beckley and Monroe County. The column discusses cicadas due in seventeen years, their impact on vegetation, and local sightings. Also mentions farm editor remarks and a light community tableau with residents Gus Mithoff and friends hosting a spring flower show entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley
Ge. T. Miller
Miller St
Morpheus
Monroe County
Miller
Gus Mithoff
Mary Jo Smisko
Gus
Mihoffs
Charleston
European Army Striped Pants Victory Faces Doubtful Path
In New York commentary on a proposed six nation European army, experts doubt its viability without full British and American participation. France and West Germany clash over commitment while concern grows about a unified command, funding, and the risk of alienating Soviet rivals. The only true multinational force remains the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Korea.
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New York
Europe
Eisenhower
France
West Germany
Italy
Luxembourg
Belgium
Netherlands
Mans
United States
Russia
Britain
NATO
America
Germany
United European Army
United Nations
Korea
Prayer of renewal by Paul S Wright at Portland church
This devotional prayer, attributed to Paul S Wright the minister of First Presbyterian Church in Portland Oregon, asks for spiritual energizing to face the slow decline of the physical body while clinging to eternal hope and faithful love in Christ Jesus Amen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Lord
Paul S. Wright
Portland, Ore
First Presbyterian Church
Occupation Postwar Treaties Tie Troop Status to Defense Roles
In analyses of Japan and Germany peace accords the regime keeps troops in place, reclassifying Western Allied forces in Germany as defense troops rather than occupation forces. Japan allows troop stay for alliance needs, while Germany remains under suspicion as a strategic Europe outpost. Both aims deter communism and shape future European unity plans.
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Washington
Japan
Germany
U. S
West Germany
Pacific
Europe
Russia
The Art of Book Reading by Stella S Center
W G Rogers reviews The Art of Book Reading by Stella S Center. Center urges reader training to make reading a collaborative act with writers, favors thoughtful over speedy reading, and critiques lightweight fiction and distorted classics while praising mature prose and literacy. The critic warns against fragmented reading and predicts radio as a threat to readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Rogers
Stella S. Center
Scribner’s
Dr. Center
Ing
Youre Telling Me By William Hitt
A midwesterner reports a thief stole his tackle and a spade then dug up a fawn for worms. Zadok Dunykopf recalls Casey Sten Sels boys and a reversed allusion to a song The Yanks Are Going. A five cent United Nations commemorative stamp is printed in five languages. Eikichi Araki, JapanWar ambassador to the U.S., leads a Tokyo electrical company. The boy has plenty of spark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zadok Dunykopf
Casey Sten Sel
The
United Natons
Eikichi Araki
Japan
U.S
Tokyo Electrical Company
March of Events and Capitol Briefs From Washington
Inside Washington report warns of Communist agitators infiltrating Korea prison camps via surrender routes and strict screening plus special camps for suspected saboteurs. Dodd and Colson face possible disciplinary action as Pentagon officials admit intelligence gaps. Also: Williams alive as Morse salutes him. Wage Stabilization Board hearings with soft spoken officials. tax and prohibition notes. lumber shortages loom amid defense demand.
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Washington
Korea
Francis Dodd
United States
Pentagon
Dodd
Charles Colson
Far East
Mark Clark
Talented Woman With 50000 Babies Captures Fame
Connie Bandister, famed baby photographer, keeps 50100 “babies” in fire proof files and fantasizes about more. She recalls nine sisters and five brothers from Tennessee, claims invention of baby humor, and cites her War pin up fame and book satire on Senate investigations. Her NYC studio stocks baby supplies while she nurtures relationships with young models.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poining Kur AP
Connie Bandister
Tony
Connie
Tennessee
Senate
Washington
Saturday Evening Post
Look Magazine
Europe
Charles Fredericks
Air Lifts Inc
Central Park South
New York
Courtie
Inquest Closes Quietly on Death of Claude
The coroner ruled Claude’s death natural after a heart attack possibly triggered by stumbling on his sword. Uncle Raoul remains missing after a late night walk. Jeff suggests checking local hospitals for injuries, hoping for clues about his disappearance and possible link to Grandpere’s death.
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Raoul
Lee
New Orleans
Claude
Louisana
Bountiful
Amedee
Bobby
Peter
Pick
Jeff
Loca
Pever
Grandpere
Duval
Sword mystery deepens in Delphine tale continues
Amelia Long recounts a scene where children confront Aunt Delphine about a sword linked to their grandfather. Delphine claims Raoul gave it to her, hints he’s gone far away, and the group presses for more details as the chapter ends with “To Be Continued.”
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Grandpere
Deda
Cherie
Amadea
Raoul
Tanie
Amedee
Peter
Fire Boss Debate Fails to Tilt West Virginia Election
An analysis shows the Fire Boss Bill did not decisively affect primary fortunes. Of 30 House of Delegates incumbents who backed the bill, 26 won renomination. opponents also fared variably. Key figures include Del. Harry R. Pauley from McDowell County supporting the measure, and Gov. Patteson signing the bill amid predicted political repercussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry W. Ball
Aftra
House of Delegates
State Supreme Court
Senate
Rouse
Patteson
Del
Harry R. Pauley
Saeger
Pauley
McDowell County
West Virginia
Guy Tetrick
Harrison County
William Ke, Flannery
Logan
Nell W. Walker
Fayette County
Oscar Ballard
Princeton
State Senate
Paul Kidd
Gilmer
del. George W. May
Marion
Will Neal
Huntington
Congress
Det
J.C. Powell
Pleasants
del. Thomas
Hancock
del. C. A. Blankenship
Pineville
Ward Wylie
del. E. H. Martin
Mercer
Hiram Phillips
Williamson
Elizabeth Kee
Everett Shafer
Raleigh
W. C. Marland
Marland
United Mine Workers
E. H. Hedrick
Beckley
Cerfisms From Bennett Cert Milly: Duffy Patient Call
In a humorous note, a hospitalized friend describes a hospital scene after an operation. The friend recalls a nurse performing a soft shoe routine into the room and the head surgeon entering during the procedure, adding a comic twist to the medical report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millnois
Duffy
Looking Backward Today Years Ago and 20 Years Ago
A historical page notes L. Lewis removing CIO president Philip Murray from his $18,000 post as UMWA vice president. AG Biddle condemns Communist Party teaching violent overthrow and bars CLO leader Harry Bridges. Marguerite Smith of Beckley joins the Women's Army Corps as Raleigh County’s first female service member. Also recalls the Steagall Bank Bill passage, Troop 66’s Waterdale pool notice, H E Carmichael’s teacher appointments, and Mabscott firm change to Southern Mine Service Company.
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L. Lewis
Philip Murray
CIO
UMWA
Biddle
Communist Party
Harry R. Bridges
CLO
West
Marguerite Smith
Beckley
Women’s Army Corps
Raleigh County
Steagall Bank
Washington
Boy Scouts
Waterdale
Sprague
H. E. Carmichael
Southern Electric and Machine Company
Mabscott
Southern Mine Service Company
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Whodraw Wilson
Thomas Stafford
Halrigh Register
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
W. Va
Hinton
W Va
Thomas F. Stafford
Associated Press
Matiinas
Jack Bazzarre
Robert Sheftler
John H. McCulloch
McCulloch
Woodlawn Avenue
John
Hal Boyle
By James Marlow
Literary Guidepost
William Hitt
Commie
U. N
Kore
John J. Williams
Delaware
Wayne Morse
Oregon
Williams
Morse
House Labor Committee
Wage Stabilization Board
John Forsyth
WSB
Nathan Feinsinger
Graham A. Barden
North Carolina
Rep. Wingate H. Lucas
Texas
Sena
Tors
Puerto Rico
National Production Authority
NPA
Defese
Amelia R. Long
Louisiana
Bennett
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