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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1963
Page
4
A concise reflection attributed to Charles Dickens urges focus on present blessings shared by all rather than dwelling on past misfortunes common to everyone. The message emphasizes gratitude and mindfulness in daily life.
The essay argues for a second Stephen's Lake levy vote despite prior rejection of 1.2 million Area Redevelopment Authority funds. It contends the lake offers significant value at a quarter of usual cost, pledges to publish legal notices for a second election, and notes local apathy is unfounded. The piece asserts public improvements can benefit all, with hopeful, pro‑growth tone and a call to reattempt the levy unless a nuclear bomb intervenes.
A Ra leigh County Landfill No 4 near Route 3 on White Oak Mountain was shown to be an open dump. Water runoff from the trash could reach Cooper s Creek and Beckley s reservoir, prompting Beckley Water Company officials to demand action. Cleanup is underway with a bulldozer moving trash back from the slope and covering it with dirt. The writer defends orthodoxy and notes diverse religious views while reflecting on local environmental and social issues.
A lighthearted column recounts a Swarthmore College astronomer Dr Peter van de Kamp confirming planets beyond our solar system and muses on life in the universe while a Beckley clerical joke turns into a plea for stapler safety as Harmon the jinx cripples office gear and a punchy call for a stapler mechanic, then a humorous prayer closes.
U S watches Egypt Syria and Iraq form the United Arab Republic uniting 38 million Arabs under strong Egypt influence. Washington weighs risks for U S interests amid questions of central finances taxation oil royalties and regional reactions from Jordan Saudi Arabia Yemen Lebanon and Israel. The policy aim remains noninterference but seeks a Palestinian refugee settlement and possible Israel accord within a shifting Near East balance.
Opinion urges readers to vote, arguing that participation improves politics and may attract better candidates. It rejects the idea that lesser contenders always win and notes many envy the US voting franchise, highlighting the value of informed ballots and exercising the right.
Archibald W Campbell born April 4 1833 in Jefferson County Ohio grew to become a leading West Virginia journalist and statesman. He edited The Daily Intelligencer in Wheeling and backed the Republican cause. Campbell helped form Restored State of Virginia and influenced Lincoln to sign the West Virginia statehood bill. He stood up at Chicago 1880 opposing prearranged convention outcomes and Garfield later tapped him as ambassador to China. He never held office but is remembered as a pivotal West Virginia figure.
Mabscott's council, seeking to join the Beckley proposed sewer system, creates a committee to advise the Beckley sanitary board. Mrs. C. C. Sanders, regent of the Captain James Allen chapter DAR, will attend the 47th Continental Congress next week in Washington.
In 1913 Raleigh County records Beckley to hold a May Day municipal cleanup as urged by the Woman's Club which is expanding into civic cultural and musical activities. W. A. Burwell a coal operator officer and Nellie E. Gandy of Beckley wed secretly in Charleston last week and have returned to Beckley to establish their home.
London reports that Britain will remain an aircraft base for many years as America plans a new buildup of nuclear equipped planes. U.S. missiles will withdraw from Europe as Polaris submarines come online, with B-47s gradually replaced by supersonic fighters and new control centers to support a long stay in Britain.
A reader urges voters to approve a second levy to restore moral stature. The letter recalls local ties, mentions a farm pond on Cameron’s land used by boys, and laments distrust and dollars over youth. It ends urging a strong yes vote and repentance.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists subscription rates for mail and home delivery. Rates include daily and Sunday options, six and twelve month plans, and regional taxes. The notice notes change-of-address requirements and disclaims responsibility for advance payments to independent carriers.
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