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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1962

Page

4

Thought For Today Sage Quote By Swetchine

A reflective quote attributed to Swetchine reflects on aging and wisdom. It notes that years do not create sages, only aging figures. The line plays on the contrast between experience and wisdom.

De Gaulle Faces Algeria Referendum and Power Question

France prepares for a April 8 referendum on De Gaulle's Algeria plan. Confidence in victory ranges from 80 to 90 percent, aimed at reducing abstentions, while opponents, including Communists, largely back the pro referendum stance despite Algeria’s costs and the ongoing war. De Gaulle seeks sweeping powers to enact measures via decrees as he presses for a long term French-Algerian association.

France de Gaulle Alain Bere Ginuch Algeria Rance Ropkets Communist Party Council of Ministers OAS

Intellectuals urged to learn value of saying no to tyranny

NEA analysis notes American professors and writers publicized by Partisan Review offer evasive stances on cold war issues, nuclear testing, and Soviet aims. Some defend Khrushchev’s regime, others question U S policy, while critics warn against half red half dead attitudes and the danger to world peace.

U.S Leon Dennen Newspaper Enterprise Analyst NEW York NEA Britain Kennedy Partisan Review Lord Bertrand) Russell

The Hook View on Cold War Freedom and Nuclear Fear

Professor Sidney Hook argues the central issue in the cold war is human freedom the right of people to choose their life and say no to tyranny He warns that appeasement under fear of nuclear war would justify Red slavery and insists the free world must maintain strength and will to resist Communist aggression

Khrushchev Stalin United States Robert Lowell Kennedy Schlesinger Jr Moscow Sidney Hook Hook Hitler America

Cry Of Communists In Churches Hurting Faith

Louis Cassels reports that extreme right groups claim communists infiltrate churches, a charge echoed by the Episcopal National Council, United Presbyterian General Council, and NCWC pamphlet. FBI calls the charge a falsehood, but fear and suspicion rise, with critics noting financial motives behind anti communism.

Louis Cassels United Press International America National Council of the Episcopal Church General Council of the United Presbyterian Church National Catholic Welfare Conference FBI Episcopal Presbyterian General Council John F. Cronin NCWC

State constitutions judged by age and modernization

Bruce Bioss discusses how aging constitutions influence state governance and the push for modernization. He notes 38 of 50 state documents predate 1900, with Alaska, Hawaii recent, and only seven updated this century. Georgia Missouri and New Jersey among those revised recently.

Advisory Commission On Intergovernmental Relations Alaska Hawaii Oklahoma Arizona New Mexico Georgia Missouri New Jersey

State constitutions show rigidity and need for reform

A discussion on US state constitutions notes vast word counts in Louisiana and Rhode Island, with California and Tennessee showing varied amendment histories. Experts urge targeted reforms over sweeping conventions, citing tax, budget, and governor-appointment controls as priorities. Michigan is highlighted as a prime overhaul example with several revisions underway.

Hughly Louisiana Rhode Island California Tennessee New Hampshire U. S Michigan

Beckley Newspapers ad lists subscriptions and rates

Beckley Newspapers Corporation shows mail and home delivery rates for daily and Sunday editions. Also notes carrier independence and state sales tax in West Virginia. Includes contact lines and advertising representative details.

Ward-Griffith Company, Inc New York Chicago Detroit Atlanta Boston Philadelphia San Francisco Los Angeles Greenville Pittsburgh Ion West Virginia Beckley Newspapers Corporation

Retreat From Private Enterprise In Syria Signals Nasser Influence

UPI Foreign News columnist notes Syria’s turmoil and a revival of Nasserist sentiment as a pro Nasser revolt arises in Aleppo and private enterprise retreats. Damascus merchants suffer arrests as officers accuse the government and vow to restore socialism amid shifting Middle East alignments. The piece reflects on Damascus exile Abdullah Bitar and broader political uncertainty in Syria.

Phil Newsom UPI Munich Germany Abdullah Bitar Syria Damascus Egypt United Arab Republic Eggem Nasser Middle East Jordan Saudi Arabia Iraq Bean Lalem

Mobile classrooms move in as future schoolhouses

The age of the mobile classroom has arrived with trial models in California and Tennessee and bids expected in New York City. A 30 pupil unit costs around 9000 dollars and can be in service within two weeks. The system promises low maintenance and easy relocation but raises concerns about discipline, budget impacts, and adequacy for modern education.

U. S California Tennessee Chicago New York City Vought Industries Vought

Washington U N Issue Fuse To Powder Key

Washington U N issue sparks a charged debate over U.S. support for the organization. Kennedy administration backers cite public opinion while opponents criticize cost, efficacy, and Soviet influence. proposals include a $100 million U N bond plan and Peace Bonds to fund UN activities as Congress weighs the future of international cooperation.

Washington NEA United Nations Kennedy U.S U.N Adlai Stevenson Gaza Strip Congo Aiken R-Vt Dirksen R-Ill Russell D-Ga Clark D-Pa Senate Foreign Relations Committee Frank Kowalski Dconn State and Treasury Departments Budget Bureau

Lenten Message Urges Faith Unity Amid Suffering

BROOKS HAYS writes a Lenten message urging believers to reflect on suffering and world tension. He says faith must be active beyond the individual, guiding US national responsibility with unity, compassion, and fellowship. An editorial note closes with a quip about a housekeeper theft case and societal cautions.

Brooks Hays Kennedy Southern Baptist Convention United States Emil Brunner

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