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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1971
Page
2
A Ralph Waldo Emerson remark on liberty declares it as slow fruit that is never cheap and is hard to attain because freedom reflects the accomplishment and perfection of humanity.
Waterbeds rapid rise from youth subculture to suburban use, with firms like Aquarian Wavecrest Neptune Waterbeds and Innerspace Environments offering models from under 50 to 2800 dollars. News notes risks include shoddy products, potential safety issues from leaks, and calls for self regulation amid growing industry.
The Dallas Times Herald notes that Atty Gen John Mitchell has limited subpoenas to reporters after criticism from the news media. He previously defended the practice as aiding investigations but now restricts indiscriminate use, upholding press freedom and information rights.
Report from Washington notes Arab leaders near Egypt’s Sadat tell U S officials they view Russians as a threat and will seek their exit after the Arab Israeli war ends. While some advisers deem statements self serving, others cite Sadat’s frankness and Egypt’s moves against pro Soviet elements.
The piece notes Africa's independence shift and Afro American identity reshaping American Christian views. IFCO forms an International Task Force to oppose racial discrimination and support liberation movements with humanitarian grants. A major Dar es Salaam meeting aims to foster black African church collaboration, signaling a broader ecumenical effort.
Up near Greenfield Massachusetts a hill 12 miles west hosts six standing stones 4 to 5 feet tall arranged in a deliberate pattern atop a mountain 1 858 feet high View extends over 40 miles toward Mt Monadnock The site is linked by NEARA figures to a megalithic culture pre dating Columbus with claims of European contact long before his voyage
UPI reports that Dr. Philip H. Abelson of the Carnegie Institution and Science editor warns genetic engineering is premature and may trigger public revulsion against biochemical studies. He notes current progress is limited to basic understanding and test tube fertilization, with livestock artificial insemination as a likely model for any future manipulation.
A New York City proposal to ship garbage by rail to strip mine sites in West Virginia for use as fill prompts questions of practicality and ethics. Critics warn of environmental harm, road damage, and a broader lesson about false values that prize economic power over future generations and nature.
Yorick Blumenfeld assesses Yugoslavia under Josip Broz Tito who, despite unanimous reelection, contemplates a collective presidency of 23 members. The piece details rising regional tensions between Serbia and Croatia, economic troubles, and fears over a weaker after-Tito government.
John A Williams criticizes political machinery, laments value loss and city emptiness. He imagines Felix the Cat winning support for mayor, illustrating perceived erosion of civic substance and leadership.
Elbert Dupuy, president of the class of 1921, hosted twenty four Beckley High School seniors and faculty for an elaborate four course dinner at his North Kanawha Street residence. The group then attended the Beckley Theatre while faculty members were hosted at a reception by Dr and Mrs B Lacy Hoge.
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