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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1972
Page
2
A moral axiom attributed to Thomas Jefferson argues that ignorance can be preferable to error, asserting that those who believe nothing are closer to truth than those who hold false beliefs. The line reflects a caution about certainty and a call toward慎慎 inquiry.
A Seeley Mudd Law Building dedication speech warns of gradual erosion of rights in the name of security and progress. The piece notes Nixon lifting meat import quotas, beef prices rising about 14 percent, and per capita beef consumption increasing from 88.8 to 113.3 pounds yearly, with international demand and shortages shaping future costs.
The piece argues abortion on demand is not a simple political issue but a clash of rights. It contrasts women's rights to control their bodies with the fetus as a developing human life, noting strong moral and medical disagreements and the difficulty of compromise.
At a Raleigh County Health Council meeting doctors joke about rising house call fees and hospital investments. The spoof dialogue touches on malpractice insurance and the ethics of care as they discuss unused dental equipment and the need to sanitize their thoughts.
Two researchers from Harvard outline a licensing system for narcotics and a comprehensive care program. They argue for policy assessment, social research, and rapid update of laws every few years to reflect findings. They classify users into three groups and urge shifting focus from policing to informed treatment and research.
Kurdish leaders led by Gen. Mustafa al Barzani renew their long struggle for autonomy as Iraq and Iran clash. Baghdad faces a costly, stalled 1970 agreement with Kurds, who demand Kirkuk be Kurdish and cabinet representation. Soviet-Iraqi ties intensify the regional power balance amid oil interests.
A reader in August 1972 criticizes Richard M. Nixon for peace rhetoric while approving heavy air attacks on North Vietnam and damaging dikes and irrigation systems. The letter reflects South Vietnam and Thieu era concern over U.S. policy.
A Raleigh Register reader asks if Raleigh will join a national four lane expressway network amid federal state and city agreement on an interstate plan. The letter critiques Nixon 1968 actions, noting continued war funding, vetoed health education and labor bill, and GOP convention dissent suppression.
Rev William Meade of the Moundsville church will hold August services at St Stephens Episcopal Church Beckley. Howard Hatch and his wife from Cincinnati arrive to manage the Beckley Hotel replacing Fred Grant who has resigned after several months in charge.
Chicago Sun-Times correspondent describes McGovern campaign mood, the Nixon lead, and campaign mechanics from Ohio to Lordstown. He notes aides Dutton and Dougherty drafting speeches, the danger of the Re-Election committee, and unions like United Auto Workers rallying for McGovern amid a harsh antiwar climate.
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