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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1972
Page
2
A George Gallup excerpt argues polling gauges public opinion like a thermometer for weather, noting leaders should consider public views without slavish obedience. It highlights democracy requires public input in legislative goals and cautions against overreliance.
A critic argues against financing roads with bonds urging taxes instead. The speaker claims bonds divert half funds to bankers and the rest to roads, leaving taxpayers to pay twice over. They insist roads should be financed with taxes to avoid perpetual debt.
Biographical sketch recalls Billy Wilder’s praise for Monroe’s on screen freshness and places her among rare actresses. It notes her death in 1962 from a sleeping pills overdose, the public reaction, and her difficult early life including abuse and abandonment. The obituary reflects on how her fame outstripped her acting contributions and mentions her marriages to Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller.
Washington reports reveal Pentagon officials and White House aides privately criticize Nixon for not bombing North Vietnam dikes to end the war. Military advisers say deliberate dike destruction would be counter-productive and not a quick end, while noting potential immense flooding and widespread damage to crops and cities.
A satire by Tom Wicker notes Clark MacGregor plans suspense at the Miami Beach convention awards show. Hugh Scott wins the Orwell Award for worst Newspeak mockery. Agnew takes the Westmoreland prize for “seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.” Rockefeller rumored to receive the Lindsay Oratorical badge after nominating Nixon.
A critical briefing from Miami Beach outlines GOP convention honors and awards, naming Reagan and Nixon as potential recipients. It recalls the GM prize, the Dita Beard Cup, and the Alsop Medal, while noting controversy and undisclosed details around prize disclosures.
The piece riffs on Augusts calendar history and lists quirky August observances. It notes Julius Caesar and Augustus, political jostling, and a parade of quirky anniversaries and events from nudist resort conventions to Lizzie Borden and Hoboes, ending with a cheeky nod to Fischer and presidents born in August.
A speaker group discusses uniting nostalgic memories of high school times with modern political contention. Quotes from Cleveland DJ Dick Liberatore contrast golden oldies with abortion and legalized pot debates. Governor Askew and Spiro Agnew respond to national unease amid Nixon era politics.
A UPI survey quotes Catholic and Jewish leaders noting a shift from Democratic loyalty to GOP support driven by economic concerns abortion and Israel. The piece cites Rabbi Louis Bernstein and discusses Nixon's stance and McGovern’s positions, suggesting defections may occur in the 1972 election.
The Newspaper Guild endorsed Democratic nominee George McGovern on July 13 prompting quick backlash among reporters and editors who questioned the propriety of the move. Critics warn it deepens Republican suspicions of press bias while Guild leaders defend the stance as a political action within a labor union.
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