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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1972
Page
2
Thought for Today notes a brewing mini revolution in bras as firms push for bare breast advertising in European publications. North American publishers fear puritanical backlash while noting nudity appears in movies and Broadway shows, raising questions about reader tolerance in hometown papers.
The American Horse Shows Association bans abnormal doses of Vitamin B-1 after tests found high B-1 in several horses. AHSA cites masking drugs as reason. critics note sportsmanship concerns. The column also notes Ann Arbor Michigan’s lenient pot law and low fines for offenders.
A speaker laments how youths view America through its failures and wars while recognizing the enduring idea behind the nation. He urges future generations to reclaim faith and pride in the core concept of America, beyond past injustices, to safeguard the nation’s health.
Public notice from Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including mail and home delivery options, with prices for annual, six month, and three month terms, plus weekly and monthly carrier rates and tax details. It lists contact details and the editor and service areas in Beckley and Hinton West Virginia.
Congress debates a proposed Democratic Party charter overhaul written by Reps. O'Hara and Fraser. The plan creates a large biennial national policy conference and replaces the national committee with a smaller executive body, funded as the party carries a $9 million debt.
The piece blends lore on St Swithin Day and July rain with long odds from Abe Weatherwise, predicting heavy July rain periods including July 13 15 and 29 31. It marks July as National Barbeque Month and lists notable dates and birthdays including Coolidge Adams Armstrong and Proust, ending with a brisk calendar of events.
The Supreme Court’s 5 to 4 split ruling on capital punishment could shift if new justices are named. Public opinion has moved away from deterrence claims, and governors fear political backlash from executions. Some argue capital punishment be kept for select crimes like murder of a guard or officer.
The piece weighs public opinion on Calvin Coolidge, born July 4, 1872, with historian rankings and quotes about his presidency. It compares views of Coolidge to peers, notes his economy stance and subdued image, and cites later cult figure examples and a forthcoming 150th birthday anniversary.
25 years ago in 1947 Washington debates action to prop up China’s sagging economic structure. President Truman and Secretary of State Marshall weigh options on U S involvement amid global economic strain and political risk.
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