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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1961
Page
4
A local editorial praises the Boy Scouts of America for their 51st anniversary slogan Strengthen America Character Counts. It extols Scouting for building character and citizenship among millions of Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Explorers in the Appalachian Council and urges support for local programs and leaders.
The piece argues voters generally sit in a broad political center and shift only in crises. It notes California Oregon history where Democrats won by reclaiming pre empted turf and speculates Republicans may move toward conservatism, warning such a shift risks political peril and may not pay off in presidential elections.
In a March of Dimes fundraiser for Earl Wilson and “Man of the Year” honor, a starry lineup including Ethel Merman Zsa Zsa Gabor Carol Channing and Marilyn Monroe filled the Astor ballroom with jokes jibes and glitzy names. Guests sparred with quips about dinners and fame while Joey Adams conducted the toast.
Charleston’s 55th Legislature nears mid-session as debates over an income tax heat up. Gov Barron’s revenue plan centers on a personal income tax despite public discomfort, while a heated hearing on liquor by the drink tests temperance leaders, clerks tally petitions, and the Forestry and Conservation committee schedules a public hearing on the Natural Resources Bill.
Dick West notes in Washington that status symbols for federal workers have rapidly changed with the Kennedy administration. A year ago a study on status seeking in the capital identified four government levels, but current observations show new symbols redefining social standing in the federal sphere and city life.
Fragmented humor piece outlines categories where items are labeled in or out. It lists education, neighborhoods, medicine, art, families, vacations, weekends, weather, clothing, and finances with varied judgments such as Harvard in, Johns Hopkins out, Georgetown in, Maryland suburbs out, and snow in while rain and sun out.
J W Dearing bought the Fair Store from J G Meador. W B Wade and W G Caperton formed a Beckley law partnership with offices opened. H Stansbury and C Scott also formed a law partnership to open at Lester. In Chicago the Court of Domestic Relations will open to address husbands who stay home while wives work.
Publication details Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists pricing for daily and Sunday service by mail and home delivery. Rates show annual and half year options with tax note. Independent contractors operate carriers and distributors. company disclaims responsibility for advance payments.
A reader asks if rattlesnakes date to every state and is told yes. The tallest monument is the San Jacinto Memorial at 570 feet four inches, commemorating Texas independence. The XII Amendment was added in 1804. The oldest national flag is the Danish flag.
A humorous column notes how an old golf club and a new husband can be better rug beaters. The quip suggests getting out of bed on the wrong side beats sleeping all day in a playful domestic vignette.
Byrd's Eye View outlines financial aid options for West Virginia public and private high school graduates. It details federal loans up to 1000 dollars yearly, 750000+ other scholarships, 77000 college loans, and 288500 work study jobs, with need and merit considerations and forgiveness for teachers. Alaska's name origin is also noted as Alaxsxaq.
A prayer attributed to Roland R. De Lapp of Anthony Junior High School Minneapolis asks to widen faith beyond understood acts. It requests openness to God working in new ways and urges accepting responsibility for actions to align with God’s purposes through Jesus Christ.
Practical guide from Fay Henle on reducing repair costs and extending appliance life. Emphasizes shopping with solid warranties, choosing dealers with service, knowing guarantee scope, and using manuals. Advises caution against unneeded repairs, and notes typical appliance lifespans and costs. Includes a brief note on Columbus landing site dispute and cattle diseases.
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