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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1971
Page
2
Quote attributed to Thomas Carlyle on life asking whether we measure by gains or by what we do. It emphasizes action over possession and the moral weight of effort in daily life.
A Times Herald reader questions mayoral accessibility and city service levels. The letter argues for full time city management and critiques a proposed pool funding by by pass. it ends with a satirical nod to population topics and future policy ideas.
The piece argues the local parish remains central to Christian strength despite critiques of irrelevance and poverty in clergy salaries. It cites studies on ministerial pay and dropout causes, and urges seminaries to realign training toward parish leadership to attract and sustain pastors.
Louis Cassels argues that police suffer from stereotype twofold modern views. He warns that praising all cops hides misconduct and that condemning all cops breeds distrust and violence. The piece urges accountability to prevent crime and protect civil order.
UPI analysis notes the debate over restricting trade with Communist nations. It highlights a Mack Trucks deal with the Soviet Union worth at least 750 million dollars over 2 to 4 years and a broader potential for expanded U.S. exports to the USSR amid broader policy shifts and labor concerns.
White House officials privately view the Paris seven point plan as similar to Hanoi's last September proposal. They note no real shift in positions with Hanoi insisting on a U.S. withdrawal and Thieu’s government replacement. The administration remains cautious while pressing for clarity on withdrawal deadlines and continued aid.
Naleigh D Neaister is identified as a Democratic publication in Beclky News Papers Corporation. The item lists the publisher address 41 Prince Street Beckley West Virginia and notes second class mail privileges. It includes editor Sahn Woda and advertising reps Ward Griffith Company with multiple city offices. Subscription rates are provided for Davy and Sunday and daily options with annual and seasonal pricing.
A column recounts Beckley temperature highs from 1931 to 1960 and lists specific record days at the VA Hospital station and airport. It notes 97 degrees on Sept. 2, 1953 and 90 degrees on July 14, 1966, with broader commentary on climate reporting and regional comparisons.
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