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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1962
Page
4
A brief devotional note reflecting on frost as divine ploughing that tills and softens all ground. The quote by Fuller frames winter frost as a sacred, cleansing force shaping every inch of land.
The article argues that despite fears of world government, government insiders see rising nationalism as a counterweight to communism. It cites Yugoslavia Albania Red China and African Asian independence movements, noting that new nations resist Soviet influence and that communist world unity faces broad skepticism amidst ongoing Cold War tensions.
The Cape Canaveral launch of history’s first international satellite, a 132 pound instrumented by Great Britain, aims to study cosmic rays and the ionosphere for a year. A Canadian satellite will follow from the West Coast. Seventeen nations and other entities are involved, with 23 nations sending scientists for training. The effort supports President Kennedy’s March 17 proposal for broad joint space projects, contrasting Soviet caution in sharing space exploration.
The Kennedy tax plan faces Senate scrutiny as a 1963 deficit is forecast at 4 to 5 billion dollars. Treasury Dillon says the 63 budget will balance, while urging debt reduction over tax rate cuts to strengthen the economy and national defense. George Champion argues rates could drop 10 percent with trimmed government spend to fund debt relief.
NY NEA report sketches coin operated dry cleaning as a growing $60 million annual market with 38 manufacturers and forecasts of $1 billion yearly by 1967. Consumers, investors, and professionals weigh the techs and trust issues as automators expand from laundries to wig vending and beyond.
NATO commander Norstad ends remarks to meet the President. George Romney appears among the 10 best dressed men, with a trousers rip in Lansing. Carl Rowan jokes about optimism. Enzo Stuarti recalls early jobs and keeps auto tools. McNamara eyed for president? Mrs. Rowe guides daughter on urban renewal. Mundt critiques a new frontier family plan. Gardner touts satellite telephony for teenagers. Norris Cotton quips about moonlight and a phone code. Pentagon sign mocks Bell and telephones.
Biblical scholars disagree on Mt Sinai's exact site but commonly place it in the southern section of the Sinai peninsula between the two arms of the Red Sea. Alexander Stephens, former Confederate VP, was elected to the U S Senate but barred from serving.
Dear Abby explains the Department of Labor budget figures for a couple aged 65 or more living in urban two or three room apartments. The budget family spends $2,650 to $3,400 annually, but individuals should assess their own spending by reviewing three to five years of past bills to shape a personal retirement budget.
A collage of quotes and reader questions covers Cold War era caution against idolizing political systems, skepticism about peace risks, and a letters column addressing Social Security benefits. Arthur Lord answers retirement planning questions while Fort Knox security is described as bombproof with guards and fences.
Foreign News Commentary by PHIL NEWSOM notes Charles de Gaulle’s Turin visit to push his Europe of Fatherlands concept. Allies fear his plan weakens NATO and U S unity, while pursuing a third force and independent nuclear capability. Ministers plan talks in Paris on April 17 as suspicions persist.
An Annapolis editorial lauds West Virginia for economic revival and tourism efforts, noting State Commerce Department programs, a 1960 Kennedy primary impact, and reduced reliance on federal funds. Also: new motor vehicle accident report forms to gather better data, and boat and disaster recovery payroll and tax forms. The Commerce Department ran a March Business Week ad highlighting Green Bank and Sugar Grove facilities and inviting inquiries.
The Rev. Roger H. Crook urges a stark view of truth over peace in a Lent message. He cites Matthew 10 34 and stresses a clash between worldly and spiritual values, warning against compromising convictions for harmony and urging reliance on God over self and materialism.
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