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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1961
Page
10
A diarist aboard the Santa Maria records a ten day Atlantic voyage marked by revolution rumors, pirate encounters, and a tense standoff with the Portuguese navy. The entries depict pirateiros asking for passports, broadcasts about the missing ship, U.S. Navy contact, and a final disembarkation with Brazilian officials after a dramatic voyage.
In Girard, Kenneth Cushman and his wife defend keeping a mare, chickens, three dogs, six puppies and two cats in their home. Neighbors and authorities have complaints, but no action has been taken. Cushman tends Lassie the 10 year old mare recovering from pneumonia and even moves other sick animals inside. The family includes daughter Mrs Charles Jordan and two young grandchildren. Lassie is said to "earn her keep" and signal danger by weighing when the fire dwindles.
Caroline Kennedy's cat Tom Kitten has moved into the White House with a light cold. Assistant press secretary Andrew Hatcher initially said the cat was resting, then announced he would pose for pictures as Pamela Turnure guided the feline into the press room. Caroline will reunite with Tom Kitten when she returns from Palm Beach to move into the White House in about a week.
Almanac notes historic moments on February 6 including Massachusetts ratifying the Constitution in 1788 Henry Clay’s 1850 speech in the Senate Eisenhower's 1943 North Africa appointment and King George VI’s 1952 death Elizabeth II succession Thought for today quotes Henry Clay on power and public odium.
Financial outlook shows ups and downs with cautious action advised. Profit possible if correct choices are made. Readers are urged to explain or write instructions clearly. Also notes that Germany pioneered social insurance in 1883-84 and that social security programs are now common in Europe.
A 1961 astrology column lists sun sign horoscopes from Aries to Pisces with cautions about confusion, risk, honesty, patience, and realism. It notes varied guidance for personal and social matters and ends with byline Field Enterprises, The.
A TV reviewer covers Ed Sullivan's crowd poll on Clark Gable's death effect for his last film, Dinah Shore's Denmark visit with commercials, CBS and NBC schedules, and shifting series. Notes Henry Commager on Meet the Professor, Bud Palmer on Sunday Sports Spectacular, and Cronkite's Ireland piece. Mentions Asphalt Jungle debut, Our American Heritage, The Spy Next Door postponement, Autumn Crocus cast, and Palm Beach bookings.
Public notice states that the undersigned will not be responsible for debts or obligations made by anyone other than Harry W. Smith and Mary E. Smith. The address listed is 311 Chestnut Street Mabscott West Virginia. Dated February 13 and noted as Monday.
United Press International reports the Supreme Court will soon rule on whether Sunday rest and worship laws are constitutional. The cases from Massachusetts Maryland and Pennsylvania test government power to grant a day of rest a special status. If upheld such laws could be justified by health welfare social custom or traditions.
A brief note on written Chinese stating it comprises about 40 000 characters with many heavy brush stroke symbols. It notes that each character carries the same meaning across China while pronunciation varies by provincial dialect.
A member of the Portsmouth Aero Club jumping practice landed on the grounds of a hush hush electrical factory project, causing embarrassment to all involved.
A Linn Missouri weekly, The Unterrified Democrat, earned its name during the Civil War era when the editor vowed the paper would stay Democratic and "unterrified" despite threats. The nickname reflects steadfast party identity and local journalism history.
Obituaries report death notices for Erastus Bee Sweeney 89 of Beaver and Lacy G Thomas 67 of Mac Arthur with funeral details at Rose and Quesenberry Chapel and Sprague Church of God. Mike Marinko 78 of 2203 South Kanawha Street also listed with requiem mass at St Francis de Sales and Sunset Memorial Park. Flowers by Dias Floral Co. In memoriam for Sally Coleman five years after her death on February 6.
Todd's Grocery and Hardware Beaver offers floor sander and edger rentals. E Shrewsbury advertises DRAMEXING and home improvements. W A Callahan provides painting and paper hanging. Buckley Photo Service markets complete commercial photography including weddings, advertising, and industrial work at 220 Church Street. Educational instructions mentioned.
This non profit institute offers high quality graphic arts training recognized by employers. Courses include Hand Composition Linotype Intertype Letterpress Presswork and Offset Lithography with free placement service. Demand for graduates exceeds supply. Write for free information. Southern Institute of Graphic Arts 1514 South Street Nashville Tennessee Delivery Service.
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