This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1960
Page
4
A compact moral reflection states that a spouse reflects the partner’s character and moral weight, warning that an unworthy mate can drag a person down through shared influence. The aphorism emphasizes caution in choosing a life partner.
A U.S. News and World Report feature notes many U S cities draw water from major rivers and face pollution, nematodes, and incomplete chlorination. Beckley, drawing from a clean mountain stream, is praised for its source and chlorine treatment, while the article warns the burden on water systems will grow with population and industry.
Hal Boyle reports a collage of light anecdotes and trivia from mail and daily life. Topics include diet and dental health claims about apples, ancient Egypt myths about slaves and garlic, how Americans spend on dogs, fashion for dogs, George Washington’s whiskey profits, thatching in England, demographics of aging Americans, and a Cajun broomstick wedding custom called sautere Balai.
Letters from Herman Monk of Beckley and Charles Keesee of Raleigh County urge diversifying West Virginia’s economy. Monk cites Arizona’s growth and proposes small factories, aluminum boat building, and electronics plants tied to regional forestry and tourism to create jobs. Keesee defends WV against negative national coverage, calling for promotion and salesmanship, noting coal miners and workers share common goals and urging optimism.
A prayer asking illumination and guidance to reach those on the rim of church life. The petitioner Roy H Stetler from Harrisburg Pennsylvania recalls a Christian life as vital to avoid spiritual destruction and to share blessings.
President Eisenhower promises South America disarmament savings to fund peaceful development under Operation Pan America. The plan envisions nine nations pooling resources, but actual funds depend on other sources. Western allies struggle to agree on a single disarmament pact with the Soviet bloc, with Red China’s participation still unresolved and future talks planned in Geneva.
From the 1910 files of the Raleigh Register the Ladies' Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church was entertained by Mrs. R. L. Ellison. Attendees included Mrs. Baker, Mrs. Bumgardner, Mrs. Beckner, Mrs. Derne, Mrs. Frazier, Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. Merrill, Mrs. W. M. Taylor, Mrs. Warren, and Mrs. Zinn. Beckley property demand continues as P. L. Blankenship bought O. O. Zinn’s Oakwood Ave residence for about 6500 dollars. Blankenship plans to reside there with his family. Squire James H. Cook, known county figure, seeks Republican county court nomination.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, mail delivery options, and tax details. It notes carrier delivery, advertising reps, and independence of dealers from the paper, with a brief reminder on change of address procedures.
Twenty five years ago changes erase prohibition from state statutes at midnight but immediate liquor sales plans are not in place. Beckley College delegates Hartman and Santayana attend the American Association of Junior Colleges meeting in Washington. Senator Huey P. Long announces 1936 gubernatorial candidacy in Louisiana. West Virginia Tax Commissioner Fox plans enforcement of river revenue tax on steamers.
Fl Dorado Kansas Times cites Turkey as a steadfast ally yet warns its 1954 press law creates a special court that punishes editors for belittling the government. More than 200 newsmen jailed sparks question if a suppressor of press freedom can be a reliable partner. Palmetto Suncoast News urges vigilance against Communism and its deceptive fronts seeking to infiltrate organizations.
AAP columnist argues the public is denied full facts on U S defenses amid a partisan split. He notes intelligence secrecy fuels disagreement and warns wrong estimates could be fatal in thermonuclear age. The piece urges readers to choose sides between Democrats and Republicans.
The article explains that a solar year longer than 365 days requires an extra day every four years to keep calendars aligned, placing February 29 as that day. It notes century years are leap only if divisible by 400, giving examples like 1600 and 2000, and invites readers to calculate leap years through 2000.
A compact critique of relying on others ideas without scrutiny. It argues that Locke calls borrowed ideas fairy money, offering no real knowledge when unexamined. Aristotle is cited as wise only when his own reasoning is used, not merely repeating another's conclusions.
New York actress Kathy Nolan known as Kate from TV's The Real McCoys faced hotel staff at the Sheraton East hours after midnight when three male press agents accompanied her for an entertainment tour. The hotel intervened, removing the men from the elevator while Nolan denied an engagement rumor and considered legal action. Flowers and an apology followed.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.