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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1962
Page
4
A compact aphorism notes that broad study of past deeds enhances the ability to choose correct actions. The saying credits Benjamin Disraeli and reflects on the value of historical awareness for decisive conduct.
The government moves to try the Communist Party U S A in Washington on charges under the 1950 act. The party risks heavy fines and possible indictments of leaders for failing to register as agents of the Soviet Union. Legal battles loom over self incrimination and grand jury issues amid a waning membership and strained morale.
Bruce Biossat argues that leaders in US and UN aid circles increasingly favor targeted, knowledge based assistance over broad grants. He envisions using precise inventories of a recipient country’s resources to guide development, with stronger agricultural extension and technical education from American land grant and technical schools. The piece notes this approach is sensible yet not widely implemented.
The seventh annual National Electrical Week highlights Electricity Powers Progress. The piece argues private utilities supply about 80 percent of U.S. electricity, with the nation holding a leading capacity versus global peers and Russia. It warns against government socialization and monopoly in power, noting private enterprise built the industry before federal involvement.
The piece notes views from Dr. Morris Kaplan about TV exposure affecting John ny and cites Sen. Ellender. It then reports Kennedy’s tense press conference after Sarah McClendon named security-risk State Dept officials, provoking wide editorial reaction and national mail.
Commentary on Mrs McClendon's critics and supporters as well as the presidential news conference. Questions from reporters are debated as to whether conferences serve as a cross examination or provide essential information on actions and policies. The piece ponders ethical bounds and future conduct between Mrs. McClendon and the President.
The piece argues that Senate inquiries into military muzzling distract from real duties. It accuses armchair generals of overreach, urges separation of military and civilian policy, and calls for incompetent officers to resign rather than critique the State Department amid mass murder tech advances.
C J McQuade argues generals should not read speeches on politics and notes Marine Gen David Shoup avoids discussing communism. He says military leaders lack domestic insight and should train for battle, not political economics, urging leaders to follow the pattern of not mentioning communism. The letter ends with a prayer from Scott Brenner of Philadelphia.
Industry executives at trade shows project 1962 may mark the first $5 billion in U.S. retail furniture sales as consumer spending strengthens. Analysts expect durable goods to lead gains, with a broad rebound in home building and population growth driving orders from New York to High Point. Milford McMurtie and Edward Welch forecast double digit gains, aided by latex foam cushioning and higher priced lines.
UPI analyst notes Syria moves toward Iraq amid waning Nasser influence in the UAR. A Syrian Iraqi defense alignment emerges while Jordan grows isolated. Riyal Cairo broadcasts fuel tensions as prospects of a greater Syria reemerge linking Iraq Jordan Syria Palestine and Lebanon.
An editorial notes a visiting preacher in Charleston reviving hellfire doctrine, while critiquing Judge W H Sawyers candidacy for secretary of state. The piece also surveys Middle East politics, detailing Jordan's isolation, Syria and Iraq rift, Egypt-Saudi tensions, Nasser's stance, and Soviet maneuvering amid regional shifts.
Washington Time Seems Best Solvent By Peter Edson notes how long reforms take to become law. From Civil War income tax to 16th Amendment, 1920 suffrage, and New Deal urgency, Congress has varied pace. Postwar measures, defense and space, and trade plans show bursts of action, but peacetime lag remains. Time may ease acceptability of ideas.
Q What type of religious sect are the Primitive Baptists A A small group of fundamentalists who emphasize hymn singing and preaching. Ministers are called elders and receive no pay.
A subscription rate notice from Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists mailing options for Beckley and Hinton West Virginia. Rates shown include daily and Sunday one year at 21.50, six months at 12.00, daily only one year 18.00, six months 10.00. A 3 percent sales tax applies to West Virginia mailings. requests to change address require both old and new addresses.
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