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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1954

Page

2

Red Leaders Active In Asian Countries

New York A State Department official said Chinese Reds now exercise increased control over Communist parties in free Asian nations. Deputy Undersecretary Robert Murphy warned that free Asian countries are vulnerable to Communist influence as Beijing builds an Asian base. He urged wider American markets for Japanese exports to reduce reliance on China and offset U S force withdrawal costs.

New York State Department Robert Murphy Reds Murphy Red Japan U. S United States

Ambulance Tire Change Delays Medical Run in Indiana

In Indianapolis an ambulance skidded to a stop with a flat tire. Sheriff’s car sped the intern to a patient. Dr. Charles Miller decided on immediate hospitalization and called for a second ambulance. Before it arrived, farmer David Lydy, 55, said he had changed the tire, and the doctor took off with the patient.

Indianapolis Charles Miller David Lydy Miller

Traveling Lad 5 Faces Women Disruptions on 14-Mile Trip

Norman Cohen a five year old travels solo from school to home a 14 mile interstate journey via two bus transfers. Women mistaking him for lost often intervene and recently turned him over to police in downtown St Louis. He is the son of Rabbi Benjamin D Cohen and attends H F Epstein Hebrew Academy in Ladue.

East ST. Louis Norman Cohen Norman St. Louis Benjamin D. Cohen H. F. Epstein

Reward Offered for Bank Robbers Across South Carolina

A statewide $2,500 bounty is offered for information leading to arrests and convictions of bank robbers in any South Carolina bank. The Citizens & Southern National Bank of South Carolina extends the standing offer after three bank robberies this year across the state.

Columbia, S. C Citizens & Southern National Bank of South Carolina

Trevett Heirs Scramble For Farm In Upstate New York

In upstate New York, three inheritors of Josh Trevitt must hold the farm for three months after his death or relinquish shares to survivors, with the final resident to control the entire property. Jennie Todd arrives to prepare quarters as Wick Middleton, the estate lawyer, encounters Dan Dooley and Cindy Todd, the heirs’ ward, amid plans to house them and settle the probate.

Josh Trevitt New York Josh Jennie Todd Trevitt Place Wick Middleton Trevitt Estate Wick Nettie Jim Meese Jim Trevett Farm Pete Morey Trevett Hester Wilmer Buck House Net Middleton Thomas Todd Dan Dooley Tommy Mr. Dooley Jehosaph Commy Cindy Dooley Brigit Dan Covington West Coast St. Louis Mr. Middleton Old Josh

Misfortunes Trail Family in Lansing

Ken neth R. Little and his family faced a run of misfortunes in Lansing including a back injury, paralysis, a car crash injuring his wife and killing their child, a barn fire on a neighbor’s farm, a rebuilt tractor, and a home fire. Yet community aid appeared with $160 from merchants and an offer to rebuild the house foundation free.

Lansing Mich Kenneth R. Little Flint Shirley Little St. Johns

Pastry Tube Decorating Set Uses Across Desserts

A pastry tube decorating set adds festivity to desserts and savory dishes. It can frost cakes and cookies, create decorative mashed potato borders on casse roles, top canape spreads, and whip cream decorations for chiffon and other pies.

Suit Blouse Ensemble Pattern No 2899 Ad

The 1954 55 fall winter Fashion World edition features easy to make patterns including a collared blouse a bolero and skirt set in sizes 12 through 42. Pattern No 2899 lists yardage for size 18 and instructions to order by mail with price 25 cents and two week delivery.

Beckley Raleigh Register Old Chelsea Station New York 11 N. Y Fashion World

Births in Beckley Hospital Report

Announcements of newborns at Beckley Hospital with parents names and birth details. Debra Jo Wad dell born Nov 11 at 6 15 p.m. weight 7 12. Patricia Ann Wilson born Nov 12 at 10 50 a.m. weight 6 4 ounces. Billy James Holdren born Nov 13 at 11 32 p.m. weight 8 6. Richard Elbert Bennett born Nov 13 at 11 50 p.m. weight 6 14. Alberta Lynn Washington born Nov 13 at 10 15 a.m. weight 5 15. Johnnie Ray Waters born Nov 14 at 10 20 a.m. weight 6 1.

Ralph William Waddell Crab Orchard Debra Jo Beckley Hospital Patricia Ann Thomas Wesley Wilson Jr Beckley Billy James Benjamin James Holdren Affinity Elbert L. Bennett Hope Richard Elbert Alberta Lynn David Washington Jr McAlpin Johnnie Ray Ray Waters Mt. Hope

Shady Spring Seniors Present Three Act Comedy Play

Shady Spring High School senior class schedules a three act comedy titled And Came The Spring for December 7. Directed by Mrs. Preston Crosby, the cast lists many students led by Mr. Jeffrey Hartman and several Hartman family members. Authors Marri Jane and Joseph Hayes wrote the play published by Samuel French. Production staff roles remain to be filled.

Beaver ANS Shady Spring High School Preston Crosby Shady Bob Cole Jeffrey Hartman Jack Wills Elliott Hartman Burnice Bucklin Buzz Lindsay Robert Lilly Keith Nolan Charles Fink Freddie North Howard Mays Mr. Fields Jerry Moses Allan

PLAN CHRISTMAS PARTY WITH TEN TEEN CLUB

The November meeting of the Ten Teen Club was hosted by Shelby Elkins in Skelton. Nancy Bowyer presided in Wanda Rose's absence as by laws were read. Members voted to hold a Christmas party on December 23 at 2 p.m. at Patsy Meadows home in Dry Hill with eight members present and refreshments provided by sponsors Mrs. C Elkins Mrs. Virgil Meadows and Mrs. Carl Bowyer.

Shelby Elkins Skelton Nancy Bowyer Wanda Rose Patsy Meadows Dry Hill C. Elkins Virgil Meadows Carl Bowyer

Make Ahead Potatoes with Sausage Links and Cream Sauce

Plan extra potatoes for another family meal. Peel and dice cold baked potatoes into a seasoned cream sauce and heat. Serve with browned pork sausage links and a vegetable such as peas or beans or a green salad. A quick lunch or supper option.

Junior High PTA Carnival Tonight at Beckley

The Isadore Wein led Beckley Junior High PTA hosts a dance carnival bazaar tonight from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Recreation Building with Hilltoppers Band for square dancing. Vendors set booths and games with popcorn hot dogs and drinks. many parents and teachers volunteer for setup and staffing.

Isadore Wein Beckley Hilltoppers Recreation Eugene Lusk Blaine Tanner Robert Short Wayland Redden A. S. Cappellari Berk Lynch Woodrow Bales Kyle Kinzer T. R. Wilson Jr I. Wilbur Bays L. A. Landers Steve Pachuta James Kessinger Ezra Ashworth Otis Lyons Elmer Swarthout R. L. Reid L. C. Mollohan W. G. Pierce Jack Beard Bernard Martin Albert Wheley Clement Schulte Robert Long J. S. DePaulo W. L C. R. Mounts Noel Christian Mariel West Sam _ St. Clair Kermit Locke Oscar Williams Ross Irle J. J. Vargo Ross Hutchens French A. Harper Breck Mellen James MecNeish C. D. Musnon Jr Sam Tucker

Marriage Permit Applications in Raleigh County

Six couples applied for marriage licenses in Raleigh County Court at the clerk’s office yesterday and Saturday. The list includes Howard Vance Acord and Fannie Daniels of Saxon. Freddy L. Hatcher and Evelyn Marie Dodson of Flat Top. John Swatzyna Raymond and Irma Lee McGuire of Beckley. Charles Turner and Willie Jean Strock of Cleveland and Crab Orchard. James Clyde Sutphin Jr. and Mildred Louise Lively of Raleigh and Beckley. Andrew Sylvester Penn and Vivian Robinson of Lester.

Raleigh County Howard Vance Acord W. F. Acord Ravencliff Fannie Daniels William Daniels Freddy L. Hatcher Luther Hatcher Evelyn Marie Dodson Dorcas D. Dodson John Swatzyna Raymond W. V. Swatzyna Beckley Irma Lee McGuire J. C. Sutphin Raleigh Mildred Louise Lively Robert Lively Andrew Sylvester Penn C. B. Penn Lester Vivian Robinson Jack Robinson

Shortcake Season for Winter Desserts with Fish Sticks

A compact guide to serving frozen fruits and ready baked goods with fish sticks. Use ice box biscuits baked at 450 degrees alongside fish sticks for a quick, coordinated dessert and main course plan.

Helen PTA Sets Party on Friday

The Helen Elementary School PTA will host a community party Friday evening. Children will be entertained from 6 to 8 p.m. and 8 to 10 p.m. with games such as guess cake and walk cake, plus dancing. Refreshments will be sold, and the PTA meeting starts at 7 p.m.

Parent-Teacher Association Helen PTA

Rosy Apple Dessert for Pork Roast Dinner

Peel and cut apples into thirds then simmer in a pink sugar syrup. Serve warm or chilled with whipped cream and toasted nuts for a simple, fruit based finish after a pork roast.

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Free Fee Jane Abbott Pyriam Chapter Colgate Shady Spring Junior High Pta Johnny Spinelli Randy Light Blaine Casali Jodie Gorsica Benny Mahoney George Thompson Sam Allen Willie Highlander Mike Howery Jimmy Hawkins Jimmy Hoye Barney Pippin Buddy Bales J. B. Cole Coy Nicely Carlos James Barbara Baker Marlene Moore Jeannie Ransom Robbie Snyder Mary Ann Butterworth Kitty Walker Susan Johnson Brenda Stump Martha Wray Ann Janutolo Judy Coram Jenny Wilkes Shelby Dozier Norma Law Jackie Hollandsworth Sharon Goodwin Helen Pta AERO Ward-Evans Motor Company South Oakwood Central Avenue Beckley, West Virginia Modern Auto Sales & Service Oak Hill West Virginia Capitol City Woodrums South
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