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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1962
Page
4
A concise reflection cites J. W. Howe on how life needs the ideal to fill real gaps or remain empty and unproductive, urging contemplation of purpose and fulfillment.
The January editorial argues against accepting liquor as inevitable, urging a stand against alcohol’s harms. It contrasts public apathy with the need to protect families, citing drunk driving injuries and social costs, and urges action with religious conviction and faith in divine aid to win the fight.
Observers say modern presidents face constraints from Cold War pressures and a sprawling budget. They note that even a leader like Kennedy or Eisenhower cannot ignore popular myths nor act freely, as daily governance binds them to complex realities.
items include Harvard leaves vacancies amid Kennedy brain trust, Adm Burke’s garage outburst, Minnesota governor quips on VA notes, African invitation mix up with Chiang Kaishek, Kennedy’s memory slips with aides, and civil defense dreams of escape rockets and surplus submarines for fallout shelters.
President Kennedy gains unexpected backing for a plan to have the United States fund a 100 million dollar purchase of United Nations bonds. He will need help to push the effort forward and secure support from lawmakers and officials.
The Congo government deposed pro secessionist Gizenga and may sway U N bond votes as Washington weighs Congo policy. The piece notes U S and U N focus on Katanga while Gizenga looms, critiques double standards, and mentions Goldwater’s critique of leftist support for Castro. It also covers Kennedy era seapower moves near the Dominican Republic and OAS pressure on Castro.
UPI reports fire prevention agencies face growing hazards from inflammable liquids and new materials. Air Force trains on Purple K potassium bicarbonate extinguishing agent for missile site fires, with a special M-113 based vehicle capable of delivering 1,200 pounds of chemical within two minutes.
In Charleston UPI reporter Jerry Gould notes a coal carrying pipeline exhibit near the House chamber with a telephone receiver that plays proponent talks. Lawmakers encounter a public retirement system bill and a 78.75 dollar proposed employee contribution for 1961 and 1962.
Hollywood critics predict 1961 Oscar winners led by West Side Story for Best Picture and Best Actress Natalie Wood. Spencer Tracy cited for Best Actor. Rita Moreno and Jackie Gleason noted for supporting roles. News includes Hugh O’Brian Broadway break, 55 Days at Peking filming near Madrid, and Cary Grant Rock Hudson on Universal lot adopting private offices and message machines. Elvis Presley’s Kid Galahad remains prolific. Elvis plans slower pace after heavy schedule.
A minister from Ann Arbor Michigan offers a prayer asking God to inspire America to a new birth of freedom. He calls for reverence of Abraham Lincoln’s memory and urges love and respect for all, aiming for a nation united under God with liberty and justice for all.
New York NBC stalled signing a $3 million, 30 weekly show deal with Jack Paar, who quips he’s busy waxing his car. He plans final Tonight appearance March 29 and tapings in England in mid March with Buddy Hackett. later work for a new weekly show and Far East material.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation provides delivery by carrier and mail options with rates for daily and Sunday editions, including yearly and half year subscriptions. The notice lists distribution areas Beckley and Hinton West Virginia, contact info, and state tax details, plus notes on independent contractor carriers and payment responsibility.
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