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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1962

Page

4

Suburbs as the Nation's Growing Frontier

A Penn studies expert warns that suburbs will drive U S population growth through 1980 as central cities stagnate Politicians must rethink representation and strategy to win rising suburban votes Kennedy carried six of 13 metro centers in 1960 signaling shifting political dynamics and the need to address suburban expansion and its implications for urban policy and planning

William Wheaton University of Pennsylvania Institute For Urban Studies Kennedy U.S. Department of Urban Affairs Supreme Court Tennessee

Names Can Hurt Us in Democratic Society

A Washington article discusses democratic ideals facing rhetoric at a California Republican gathering and critiques attempts to label opponents as enemies. It also outlines Kennedy administration hopes for transportation legislation, noting 32 major programs, hearings, and new interagency studies, with a Civil Aeronautics Board deadline to curb subsidies and a forecast that simpler policy parts may pass.

Washington NEA Kennedy Congress Capitol Congressional Commerce Civil Aeronautics Board

Washington transport overhaul faces slow rollout in 1961 program

Peter Edson outlines Kennedy administration plans to delay much of the long range transportation reforms until 1962 and beyond. He notes Congress will be out campaigning and that only part of the program could take effect before 1965, with new business needed in 1963. The piece praises the sweeping approach while stressing regulatory bodies remain in place.

Congress Kennedy America Department of Transportation Interstate Commission Civil Aceeemes Board Maritime Commission Housing and Home Finance Agency

President’s Transportation Policy Push Seeks Private Race To Efficiency

Byrd notes the Presidents basic objective for a fast safe economical transport system relies on unsubsidized private facilities and maximum competition. He argues for less government ownership and regulation while addressing labor policy, automation, and the impact of mergers on workers through retraining and severance aid.

Department of Justice

The Grim Game Of Missiles Background

Washington based report describes Soviet research on radical defense concepts for ICBMs and related technologies. It notes experiments with artificial lightning, concentrated light beams, radar, high altitude tests, and potential countermeasures, while highlighting uncertainties about readiness and U.S. testing plans.

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Liz and Eddie All Pau headline Hawaiian letters page

A Honolulu pacific scene reports Liz Taylor and Eddie All Pau front page news with “PAU” meaning done. The column muses on MGM pampering of Liz, Mickey Rooney, and Judy Garland, plus Hollywood shifts in Diamond Head casting and mentions Dan Dailey and a Swahili chief with past film roles.

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Thought For Today Ambition Drives the Human Spirit

A succinct quotation highlights Machiavelli on ambition as a powerful passion. It notes that no matter how high we reach, satisfaction remains elusive, prompting reflection on human drive and aspiration.

Machiavelli

Reapportionment Debated Across State Legislatures

Bruce Biossat notes that state legislative apportionment mixes area and population in most states. Only 13 Senate seats and 11 lower houses are purely population based. many rely on area or mixed systems. Despite calls for population-based reform, entrenched constitutions and current practice favor area representation, with only modest shifts since 1960.

Supreme Court Senate House University of Virginia Paul T. David Ralph Eisenberg

Naleigh and Register Publisher Rates and Distribution Info

Beckley Newspapers Corp lists address and contact details plus United Press International affiliation. Subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions by mail or home delivery shown, with tax note and instructions for changing addresses.

West Virginia Con

Ramps Signal Spring In West Virginia Caves

A public service column by U S Senator Robert Byrd extols ramps, wild leeks of WV mountains, as spring harbinger and diet booster. The piece notes ramp aroma, medicinal virtues, and a mountain tale of a pig rooting in a ramp patch before winter.

U.S Robert C. Byrd West Virginia Appalachian

Ramp Feasts Draw Gourmets to Spruce Knob Traditions

West Virginia ramps fuel a legendary spring gathering at Spruce Knob where conservationists writers and gourmets convene in late April for ramp feeds. Local cooks favor simple rural dishes though ramps can be eaten raw or added to salads as tales grow about their delicacy and fame.

Spruce Knob West Virginia Highlands

The Burden Of American Folklore

Arthur Lord Dear argues that American folklore shapes attitudes toward the elderly, noting youth's valued usefulness and the marginalization of older adults. He cites social workers’ bias and advertising that favors youth, urging readers to see aging as living heritage rather than waste, and to expose myths that fuel prejudice.

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Qs And As Vice President In 1920

From what does the cock er spaniel get its name The breed earns its name from its ability to hunt woodcocks. Whos

Lenten Message From Rev Frank M Ross urges inner search

The sermon urges a Lent of self examination and commitment to Jesus. It links spaceflight milestones to spiritual doubt and invites abstinence and temptation as paths to Easter renewal. The message emphasizes God dwelling in hearts and human relations, promising forgiveness and new life at Easter.

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