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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1950
Page
3
A civic warning argues that low voter turnout endangers democracy by enabling a single tyrant to seize power. It compares potential dictators to czars and Stalinist regimes, urging citizens to vote to defend checks and balances and prevent authoritarian rule.
The Raleigh County centennial wrap up notes praise for the Beckley Chamber of Commerce steering committee and volunteers who organized the milestone event. Some residents felt outside Beckley were left out, but contributors are thanked for their long hours and efforts to honor the county’s hundredth year.
The piece condemns lawmakers holding state jobs while serving in the Legislature. It cites Cabell County as an example and argues the Constitution forbids lucrative offices in the same chamber. The author urges voters to oppose candidates with existing state employment and to challenge this practice at the polls.
The demon of the open road is blamed for hundreds of Labor Day crash deaths as National Safety Council data show 61 4160 lives lost over 20 years. The piece urges cautious driving and obeying road safety rules to avoid becoming a victim and to ensure a safer return on Tuesday morning.
World War II veteran Don Whitehead recalls American troops in Korea longing for home in New York or Kansas while still attached to Japan. He depicts homesick GIs missing Japan’s scenery, people, and culture as they cope with a harsh Korean war environment, fleas, and guerrilla threats.
Congress expands Social Security to about 10 million people previously excluded, including farm workers, self employed, domestic workers, nonprofit employees, and state and local government workers. Starting Jan 1 1981, survivors and old age pensions become available for many newly eligible groups.
In Hollywood a mid fortyish figure named Leith leads the musical direction for films. He assigns notes and melodies to match scenes and rhythm, aiming for seamless emotion rather than overt attention from the audience. His work blends with violins and flutes as he reads in a close up.
Joseph Alsop reports from Korea that the North Korean offensive stalled, supplies dwindling, and U.S. forces regaining strength. He notes a thinner front, air power isolating the battlefield, and potential to press a rear attack to end the crisis sooner.
U N delegate Jacob Malik complimented Vivian Lowe of the Voice of America after a heated exchange on propaganda. The scene occurred at a reception in New Rochelle, New York, where Lowe defended VOA while Malik called propaganda largely untrue.
The admiral met Woodrow Wilson High School band director Glenn Sallack on his Beckley visit. A thousand-strong crowd greeted Nimitz as he praised the band after prior remarks about beard-growing prowess. The Texan admiral, famed for leading a mighty naval force, shared a cordial exchange and warm applause.
Admiral Nimitz advocated conference and conciliation to avert global division. He warned against banning Russia from the United Nations and urged a clinic where nations meet to seek peace. He also argued U N troops should not stop at the 38th Parallel but advance to end the Communist threat and allow Koreans to build a stable nation.
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