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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1962
Page
4
Brief adage attributes change to opinions, while character develops through actions. Quotation emphasizes that people evolve in beliefs and attitudes, yet core character remains the lasting measure. Disraeli attribution anchors the reflection to the noted statesman.
The Telstar satellite is hailed as a technical milestone proving global video broadcasts possible, but critics question the value of American commercial programming and the appeal of ads like deodorants and mouthwash to European viewers. Some speculate on Europe’s reception and the future of televised content.
The article surveys beauty contests as a summer fixture, noting profits from promoters and scholarships, with chaperoning as moral cover. It highlights Miss Universe 1963 winner Marlene Schmidt, a German electronics engineer, and recalls past Misses moving to Hollywood or Las Vegas while Schmidt planned to return to Stuttgart.
Palm Springs reports on Stanley Kramer directing It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World with a $6 million budget and 133 days of shooting. The piece notes a huge cast including Sid Caesar Mickey Rooney Ethel Merman and Jonathan Winters and describes the director's perfectionism and the grueling desert rehearsals in 115 degree heat.
The era of quiet colonialism ends as Africa faces a new struggle for its soul. The quote credits Archbishop Joost de Blank of Capetown, warning that atheistic communism or Islam may threaten the continent as great powers court its resources and influence.
Rates and subscription details for Raleigh Register Beckley Newspapers Corp list prices for daily and Sunday editions, daily only options, home delivery charges, tax, and notes on independent carriers and non responsibility for advance payments. Includes managing editor contact and national ad representatives.
Our Lord and Savior, Thou hast given us a kingdom, enable us to enter it. Thou hast invited us to share its riches with Thee, guard us from neglecting its wealth. Thou dost charge us with the tasks of love and truth, strengthen us for this good work. And when we fail Thee, forgive us and restore us in Christ's name. Amen. Alvin N. Rogness, St. Paul, Minn. president, Luther Theological Seminary
UPI Education Specialist DAVID NYDICE discusses how reading instruction must blend methods to suit English irregularities and individual readiness. Parents can foster readiness in preschoolers by listening, questioning, and creating a quiet, pressure-free reading atmosphere.
A columnist urges readers to engage with today’s tragedies and triumphs alike, insisting that one cannot ignore current events. He likens mindful, prayerful reading to a litany praising the Lord, arguing that mercy endures through both sorrow and hope.
Foreign News Analyst in Bonn notes two interlocking issues facing West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer. The CDU lost its majority in North Rhine Westphalia and cracks appear in the coalition with the Free Democrats. Meanwhile Western Europe seeks a political union evolving from the Common Market among six nations.
E Van Dorsey was elected superintendent to replace B B Chambers as Raleigh County Schools undergo a leadership transition. New appointees fill roles of William R Fugitt, George Parker, and O C Daniels with D W Bryson R C Swim and Thomas Allen Gatherum succeeding them. A police chief appointment for Sophia is also noted along with a broader discussion of Franco German British talks in Europe.
A boy named Frank, son of James Clifford, stepped on a tin can in front of Peck and Phillips, cut his foot severely and fainted. He was taken to Dr Abshire for dressing and then home. A column defines political terms with satirical descriptions of reformers and radicals.
The article defends President Kennedy's choice to comment on the Supreme Court school prayer decision, praising his leadership while noting the clash with supporters of parochial schools and civil libertarians. It cites Madison and Black to argue for strict separation of church and state and warns that the prayer issue could avert future strife if managed calmly.
Canadian tour notes a southern departure from Timmins to Northwood Crippled Children's Camp near Kirkland Lake then Kirkland Lake industry gains with iron ore pelletizing for Jones & Laughlin. Visits Jamar Plywood, Bear Island post of Hudson Bay, and Timagami lake cruiser D S Aubrey Cousens V C. Evening travels toward North Bay and Ottawa aboard the Continental with a restful berth.
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