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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1962
Page
4
A brief quotation notes that even the humblest person exerts influence on others for good or evil, reflecting on the power of everyday actions and character in shaping those around us.
The New York Times highlights two English creators of the first general use Christmas card Sir Henry Cole's 1843 card by John Calcott Horsely and a 16 year old William Maw Egley Jr who produced a year earlier a multi scene card. Cards now reach about 3 billion yearly in the United States with 12 million postal revenue from stamps and Hallmark leading the trade.
The article notes today as the deadline for regular stock sales for capital gains counting in 1962 and discusses how losses from the Great Bear Market persist. It cites heavy tax selling by institutional and mutual funds, the anticipated year end rally, and historical patterns showing markets often rise in early January after late November levels. It also reflects on 1962’s January to June fluctuations and investor uncertainty ahead of a potential rebound.
A column argues Kennedy grew through criticism, citing his handling of the Adlai Stevenson affair, steel crisis, Cuba, and Mississippi. It credits critics with guiding decisions while noting JFK’s intelligence and independence. It suggests he prospers when challenged and falters when isolated from scrutiny.
columnist compares Democratic televised spectacle The Kennedys with Republican The Ev and Charley Show. Notes Kennedy White House press conferences and first lady appearances boost Democratic appeal. GOP TV image seen as harming party prospects. Kennedy performance described as more engaging and effective than any Republican effort.
The Milwaukee city council debated an ordinance to replace round toilet bowls with elongated ones at private homes, costing $12.50 more. The proposal raised questions about measurements, oversight, and possible hidden motives, prompting humorous gloom and a reflection on public overreaction. The column also notes Roswell Park Memorial Institute’s cigarette ban and critiques tobacco marketing, ending with holiday wishes and a religious closing by Joseph R. Sizoo.
A 17 year old Bob Owendoff of Falls Church Virginia has devised a sun based shadow tip method to find east west without a compass. The Air Force and Army adopted it for survival training and he received a $500 paycheck after his mother submitted the idea to an Army suggestion box. The method marks two shadow tips 10 minutes apart to draw an east west line with an average error of about 8 degrees, and no more than 30 degrees in extreme cases.
In a Christmas reflection PH1 NEWSOM notes a weekend of parties and a holy day of selflessness while contrasting joyous observance with the harsh reality for those on Berlin’s east side behind the wall.
25 Years Ago Jacob W. Bowers, 88, retired businessman, died at his Mabscott home December 22. He was a prominent former official of the Beckley Water and electric light companies before Appalachian Electric took over. The obituary notes his role in the local community and long service in regional utilities.
Rev and Mrs W F Dunaway welcomed 17 guests at the parsonage on Oakwood Avenue for a B Y P A event. The group included Mrs C H Blain Mrs J E Gibbs Mrs E E Bibb Mrs A S Abshire and others. W W Daubenspeck, a Green Sulphur Springs leader, plans to sell his farm to John P Mullens and move to Florida after a Beckley visit with son Will.
Washington reports show a heated debate on the 1964 foreign aid program as Kennedy plans seek to balance security needs with calls for reform. New AID head David Bell and a nine member advisory panel will review aims, while critics push for tighter grants, multilateral funding, and stricter conditions to boost self help and reduce American costs.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation publishes subscription rates for mail and home delivery. Rates show daily and Sunday one year 21.50, six months 12.60. daily only one year and six months 10.00. home delivery weekly and monthly prices listed. The notice requests address changes with old and new addresses and notes 3 percent West Virginia sales tax. Independent contractors handle delivery and the company not responsible for advance payments.
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