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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1963
Page
2
A thought attributed to Joseph Joubert notes that opinions born in the heart reflect constant feelings, while those without fixed opinions lack steadfast emotion.
A year after John Glenn’s orbital flight, headlines note the historic closed circle around Earth as the United States leads in space achievement. Plans for Gordon Cooper’s later 22 orbit mission face delays, with Project Gemini and lunar goals shaping the next steps in NASA’s program. Glenn, age 41, may not again fly, but oversees the Anslio Project as the era advances toward moon missions.
The piece argues Kennedy's civil rights promises face political hurdles as he battles tax reform. It highlights Byrd led studies showing welfare in District programs often benefits ineligible individuals. It notes Kennedy uses dynamic politics with African American leaders and events to sway voters, while Republicans face bleak odds in 1964.
A Washington dispatch reports that progress toward a Kennedy Khrushchev meeting hinges on a Russian pledge to withdraw forces from Cuba and dismantle bases. Foster in Geneva signals interest in exchanges and direct talks, while U S hopes for clear disarmament steps before any summit.
The famed New York columnist Oscar Gold Mc IntaTe, beloved for his daily New York Day By Day column, died today in his Park Avenue apartment at age 23 years after a long career that reached millions across nearly 400 newspapers.
A 1960s or earlier ode to road safety urges action after the American Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association lists West Virginia as the nation’s deadliest toll road per vehicle mile. The piece cites truck danger, speeding and driver behavior, calling for stricter enforcement and moral reflection led by Charles M. Crowe of Wilmette, Illinois.
West Virginia politics cools after a flurry of accusations against Gov. Barron and state officials. A Senate probe was proposed but stalled, chambers of commerce disputes and hiring questions linger, and lawmakers tease possible political use ahead of elections. The governor defends the administration as record stands.
In foreign news, Franco German treaty prospects waver in Bonn while Paris watches. Harold Wilson campaigns as pro American though wary of an anti nuclear image. Common Market talks near restart with de Gaulle pressing safeguards on agriculture. Ikeda cancels a leadership meeting amid succession jockeying with Sato and Yoshida.
Name Rockefeller as potential GOP nominee gains visibility after rapid early campaigning on civil rights and foreign policy. Spivack notes Rockefeller's sharper advisory group, contrasts with Kennedy, and highlights his strong stance on civil rights and criticism of Kennedy era foreign policy.
From a distance, archer fish can spray water to knock prey up to about 4 feet away. They show nearly perfect accuracy at this range.
Publication from Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, mail and home delivery options, and delivery address changes. The notice lists prices for annual, half-year, and monthly plans, with West Virginia tax and contractor disclaimer. It notes carriers and distributors are independent contractors and the company is not liable for advance payments.
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