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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1972
Page
2
Thought for Today quotes James Madison urging care as the first experiment on liberties begins. The note recalls the 4th U.S. president and emphasizes prudent steps in establishing rights and governance.
A reader urges West Virginia and Beckley authorities to fix a dangerous drainage problem on West Neville Harper Road between Hillcrest Drive and Sunrise Avenue. Water seeps across the sidewalk and road after rain or melt, freezing in winter and causing frequent damage and accidents. The author asks for a permanent solution beyond seasonal abrasives, noting prior incidents and unsafe design.
Commissioner Nicholas Johnson of the FCC proposes that taxpayers pay for toll free calls to officials in Washington. At eight cents per letter or call, Americans could contact any official, expanding lines of communication and potentially interrupting government work. The State argues such free access would disrupt Washington work habits.
A Chicago Daily News column jokes about a school bulletin from Walt Disney Magnet School using opaque educatorese. The piece follows attempts to translate the language into plain English and notes the principals’ defense of in service training and an integrated, non grading setting.
Miss Nora Janutolo and Bill Lively will be heard in the Beckley Radio Workshop presentation of Manhattan Miracle on WCFC this week. Other cast members include Glynn Cook Betty Baker Dick Smith Mary Ann Pachuta Carla Zorio Alice Reed and Ruth Akers.
The writer describes reluctance to speak publicly due to fear of a biased moderator and miscommunication. After initial agreement to appear, they learn the moderator lacks staff ties and holds biased views. They withdraw and explain the decision to readers, apologizing for any confusion.
Mayor John Lindsay says New York City faces too many slobs and calls for residents to clean up. He emphasizes U S ties with allied powers and warns against creating a Europe opposed to them.
An analysis notes drivers ignore seat belt safety messages despite data that belts could prevent up to 20,000 of 56,000 highway deaths annually. It cites lax discipline, failed ads, a 1972 buzzer rule, and calls for mandatory use as Australia shows drops in traffic deaths after similar laws.
Publisher Earl G Graves argues that African Americans own a $42 billion GNP and can build wealth through targeted ventures. The magazine, launched August 1970, has profits of about $1.5 million in its second year and a paid readership of 125000 with 400000 pass-ons. Graves urges method within the system, highlighting black firms in transportation, retail, auto, and services. He has a Green Beret past and ties to community work, including the Boy Scouts.
Beckley News Papers Corporation lists subscription prices for Raleigh B Register Democratic. Rates include daily and Sunday yearly at 38.11 and six months 19.06. three months 9.79. Home delivery per week 0.70 and per month 3.05. Change of address requires old and new addresses. Taxes included for WV deliveries.
Vice President Agnew warned governors against abusing federal revenue-sharing funds now sent to 35 000 jurisdictions. Pittsburgh Mayor Flaherty outlines a 1973 budget relying heavily on these funds for capital and public safety while arguing the program could fund long term city needs and tax relief amid broader federal spending concerns.
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