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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1962
Page
10
Dr Harold Thomas Hyman writes for the Newspaper Enterprise Association about safeguarding the health and development of children with mental retardation. The piece outlines early prevention, parental guidance, and community support to improve outcomes.
An article credits a team of ten women volunteering with a widowed mother to care for her mentally retarded son. It argues prevention is stronger, proposing PTA exposure to rubella, prenatal clinics, disease avoidance guidance, and nutrition. promotes breastfeeding and warns against infantile eczema. No fundraiser needed. Dr. Hyman’s leaflet can be obtained for 10 cents.
After a mem ber revaluation the Beckley Raleigh County Chamber decided in 1962 to enforce dues payment policy. New rule requires applicants to follow exact schedule. previously some paid less based on business volume. President R L Webb stated they will reject obviously misclassified applications and suspend actions for two weeks. in good standing members can object, prompting a three member committee to review and approve or disapprove the application.
Electronic Specialty Co. of Charleston sues L. C. Lawrence Electric Wipperman Construction Wick Lanes and Recreation Center Bowl Wick Inc and trustees over a 1341.52 bill tied to electrical work at Bowl Wick Building. The note on Bowl Wick entities is secured by a 125000 claim in Bank of Raleigh.
Okey Mills business manager at Pinecrest Sanitarium spoke to Beaver Lions Club on benefits of the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce and invited members to join. Announcement: Beaver-Bradley Lions basketball game at Shady Spring High School gym March 28 to benefit club charities.
Mrs. Sam Pilliteri, Raleigh County Unit director for the American Cancer Society, will attend a state-wide conference in Charleston from today through Wednesday. Speakers include John H. Yeatts and Walter James, with talks by Dr. Bernard Zimmerman of WVU and Bernard Woodahl on patient service. Regional Representative Courtney will discuss ACS development and history. Robert L. Daniels and Jack C. Whiting also on program. Kenneth Coghill hosts social hour. conference ends at noon.
An old column blends brief predictions for the zodiac with a note on January 16 1826 when the National Academy of Design formed in Samuel Morse’s New York studio. It mentions future dental inoculation hopes and lowers expectations about marriage amid potential scandal and disapproval from parents and employers.
Robert Hamilton of the Beckley Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce cautions residents about schemes offering to take over payments on sewing machines or vacuums. He warns buyers may be urged to purchase a different, off brand model after initial contact, with no recourse for refunds once a down payment is made.
Mabscott street will be repaired and resurfaced by the State Road Commission after a report to the Mabscott Town Council. Spring or early summer paving was forecast, with Old Soak Road access petition awaiting appointment with the SRC via Sen. George C. Porter. A Teen Town request for Mabscott was tabled. partial beer license payment was accepted and Surplus Sales Information Service pamphlets ordered.
Reverend L A Garten of Daniels reports growing support for a fund to guarantee emergency hospital care for Medical Assistance to the Aged program eligible patients. He cites a parishioner denied admission and treatment, and notes Beckley Hospitals no longer participate in MA. Garten seeks monthly dollar contributions, says 20 may help, and awaits further talks with hospital and bank officials.
The Rev. Henry Du Bois announces New Hope Baptist Church shifts to weekly Sunday worship due to growing membership. Irving Stone discusses his inspiring moment in the Jan 21 Family Weekly Magazine. Plus a note on Kabobs Artichoke in the cookbook section.
Public notices include divorce action, creditors claims, estate filings, and a trustee sale. William M. Greer Jr named in divorce suit. creditors urged to present claims by July 12, 1962. estates of Patricia Porter and McCultie Claytor referenced. Beulah Beard trust deed subject to sale January 30, 1962 at 1:00 PM. notices dated January 1962 from Clerk C Harold Hanks and Commissioner Roy A. Cunningham.
Robert Fletcher Blevins 61 of Midway died Friday night after an extended illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday January 18 at First Church of God Midway with Rev W F Tolliver and Rev S D Wolford officiating. Burial Sunset Memorial Park. Active pallbearers named. Flowers by Ladies Bible Class. Williams Funeral Home Sophia handling arrangements.
The Clinton family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness during the illness and death of Mrs. Carrie Clinton wife mother and grandmother. Special thanks to Rev. G E Huffman Ronald Meadows Funeral Home and all who sent flowers food or helped in any way. May God bless each of you.
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