Thoughtful Peace Talk and Women’s Strike Era Reflections
A column reflects on Women Strike for Peace petitions to the White House and Soviet Embassy, noting First Ladies Mrs Kennedy and Mme Khrushchev’s responses. It discusses women’s labor force participation, projections of rising female employment, and potential global impact if women staged a true work stoppage.
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White House
Mrs. Kennedy
Madame Khrushchev
Mme. Khrushchev
Margaret Chase Smith
R-Me
United States
Soviet Union
London
Moscow
U. S. Department of Labor
Labor Department
U N General Assembly Sees Bond Approval Amid Congo Tax Needs
The sixteenth session of the United Nations General Assembly resumes after a Christmastime recess with a $200 million bond authorization securing solvency for another year. Congo funding and a growing Afro-Asian majority shape debates on Portuguese Angola and Ruanda Urundi, signaling future directions.
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United Nations General Assembly
Dag Hammarskjold
Goa
U.N
General Assembly
Kennedy seeks Congress approval for UN bonds purchase
Washington report says President Kennedy is taking a large risk by requesting Congress to approve the purchase of 100 million dollars in United Nations bonds. The move aims to back UN operations amid Cold War tensions.
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UPI
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Africa
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Human Events” Political Action Conference
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David Schoenbrun
Kennedy risks United Nations bond backing plan
Kennedy risks strong opposition in Congress as he ties US policy to the United Nations amid doubts about UN finances and legitimacy. Critics say the bond proposal could fail and endanger the UN, while building trends show housing and construction boosting local economies and tax bases.
Building Boom as Codes Block Growth Across Cities
Bruce Biossat argues construction anchors many communities yet is hindered by outdated codes zoning and labor practices. He urges leaders to remove roadblocks while noting Bemis calls for balance between massive responsibility and restraint. A Methodist bishop prays for scientists engineers and statesmen to advance life for all.
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Jesus Christ
W. Ralph Ward, Jr
Syracuse
N. Y
The
Methodist Church
Washington Notebook Predictions Jump Through Time
Washington Notebook reports Frank Thompson and various correspondents making humorous 1962 forecasts from January to December, spoofing political figures, agencies, and events. The piece notes staff discussions, media quips, and light satire about federal offices, press coverage, and New Frontier era politics.
Berlin crisis moves toward test of talks
From Bonn word comes that Chancellor Adenauer and Prime Minister Macmillan expect decisive steps soon in the Berlin crisis. They see cautious optimism that Moscow talks led by U.S. Ambassador Thompson have opened a possible basis for negotiations, and the exploratory phase may end shortly.
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Phil Newsom
UPI
Bonn
Konrad Adenauer
Harold Macmillan
Berlin
Moscow
U.S
Llewellyn Thompson
Real estate transfers and political notices of 50 years ago
J A Campbell and wife deed property to W D Caffee on Heber and Neville streets Beckley WV. Coal and Lumber Co leases 2600 acres in Raleigh Fayette and Kanawha counties Gallego Survey. Hon C W Dillon Fayetteville Republican candidate for governor. third GOP candidate after Swisher and Hatfield. Also quotes on medicine alcohol policy and international diplomacy featuring De Gaulle, Macmillan, Khrushchev, and Rusk.
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W. D. Caffee
Heber and
Neville Streets
Beckley
W. Va
Coal & Lumber Co
Gallego Survey
Raleigh
Fayette
Kanawha
C. W. Dillon
Fayetteville
Dillon
Charles W. Swisher
H. D. Hatfield
Electric hoist speeds coal work at Glen White shaft
In 1937 Raleigh Register notes electric hoist replaces steam at the 300 foot Glen White shaft. E L George says operation began December 28 with final adjustments this week. Forecasts of rain relief and river rise fears are mentioned along with local Kiwanis activity and distant geopolitical musings.
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E. L. George
Koppers Coal Company
Kiwanis Club
W. R. Fugitt
Redeem Time in the New Year by Loew
Ralph W. Loew argues that the new year should redeem time by renouncing old hurts and unfinished tasks. He cites St. Paul, Stevenson, and Moffatt to illustrate choosing effort over despair. Forgiveness and God’s power enable restoration rather than baggage, guiding readers toward hopeful action.
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Ephesus
Times
Robert Louis Stevenson
Pacific
James Moffatt
God
Christ
Barbs by Hal Cochran
Hal Cochran offers witty quips on New Year habits and social quirks. The column notes the average person writing in 1961, hints at talkative partners, mentions the cold thermometer in some places, and suggests supporting Christmas seals through practical acts.
Raleigh & Register Advertising and subscription rates notice
Beckley newspapers announce subscription and delivery terms for Raleigh and Register. Rates cover daily and Sunday periods, with West Virginia tax added. Details include mail and carrier options, change of address guidance, and carrier contractor notes.
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West Virginia
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
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