Thought For Today A false modesty is the meanest pride
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Raleigh Register in Beckley, West Virginia
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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1960
Page
4
Vice Presidency Reemerges as Key Political Prize
The article notes the vice presidency’s rising importance as Nixon is poised to win the Republican nomination in Chicago. It discusses how past vice presidents rarely reached the White House, Nixon’s potential as the first since Van Buren to ascend without death, and speculation about Rockefeller’s stance and the evolving dynamics of the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard M. Nixon
Chicago
Nixon
White House
van Buren
Lyndon Johnson
Rockefeller
Johnson
U.S. Senate
John Kennedy
Kennedy
Nelson Rockefeller
Shecky Greene
Shecky
Chicago Bears
Marshall College eyes Raleigh Boone Logan counties for SBA survey
The Register reports Marshall College under SBA direction plans a survey across Raleigh, Boone, and Logan counties to sample residents attitudes toward small business. The project aims to reveal backgrounds and interests to spur local development and keep wealth within West Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register
Marshall College
Raleigh
Boone
Logan
Small Business Administration
West Virginia
Rayleigh
Beckley Business Development Corporation
New England
Switzerland
Europe
Paul D. Stewart
Containment Policy Faces a Soviet Gambit in 1950s
James Marlow argues containment failed to keep the Soviet Union behind its frontiers as Russia broadened influence through economic and military aid to Latin America and Africa. He notes Cuba and China as bold examples, predicting more aggressive moves and a shift in power toward the USSR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Marlow
Associated Press
Washington (Ap
United States
Russia
America
George F. Keneman
State Departement
United
Kennan
Soviet Union
New York
Nelson A. Rockefeleer
Fredel Castro
Cuba
Africa
Raleigh and Beckley Newspapers Terms and Rates Ad
Beckley Newsp apers Corporation announces subscription rates and home delivery charges for Raleigh and Beckley Hinton areas. Includes daily and Sunday options, mail rates, tax note, change of address instructions, and carrier independent contractor disclaimer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Hal Boyle Play Trombone And Be Lonely By Sid Moody
New York AP columnist Hal Boyle jokes about taking up the jazz trombone as a solo hobby to escape family life and stress. He describes bandmates among journalists, a yearly boat trip on a mule-drawn barge near New Hope, Pennsylvania, and carefree performances aboard a canal cruise with beer and pretzels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sid Moody
Hal Boyle
New York
Sweet Melodies
New Hope
Poisoned Babies and Insect Stings Highlight Medical Cautions
AP summarizes cautions on child safety with medicines and toxins. Norwalk pediatrician Dr Alfred Youmans warns against giving meds around babies as children imitate adults. Other items note heart bullets found by angiocardiography, insect sting treatments, safe antacid choices, dirt and lead risks, tailored diets, and tentative Vitamin E fatigue findings for athletes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Alefred J. R. Youmans
Norwalk
Conn
Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Israel Steinberg
New York City
David G. Rimer
Marjorie Frank
Land of Los Angeles
Journal of the American Medical Ass
Sydney S. Gellis
Boston University Medical School
University of Michigan Medical Center
Ann Arbor
Betsy Biggar
Queen's University
Belfast
Ireland
Wilson Johnston
Lancet
Johnston
Rainbow colors and light refraction explained
A junior editor quiz explains that a rainbow forms when sunlight refracts in rain droplets and splits into seven colors red to violet. Although seven colors exist, observers often see four or five. Charles Cox of Duluth Minn wins $10 for the question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orient
Central
Europe
Charles Cox
Duluth
Minn
Beckley
Mailbag urges statewide fund for miners dependents care
The Evening Mailbag urges a statewide appeal to raise money to secure doctors and hospitalization for miners dependents and the author notes the move is not union aimed. The letter from Rev. W. D. Kelley of Beckley calls for church and civic support across the state to aid a public relief effort.
Tiny blessings brighten a weary day and a poll text
A personal essay notes how small experiences lift mood after a rough week. A hummingbird, a California sister visit, friends dropping by, and flowers from a preacher’s garden turn a dull Sunday into a pleasant memory. The piece then shifts to political caution about pressure groups and premature speaks of the House Speaker race, warning candidates to read bills before pledging support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Huntington
Beckley
House of Delegates
Prayer of thanks for faithful pastors in small churches
A Steubenville Ohio minister from First United Presbyterian Church offers a blessing praising humble rural and small-church pastors. He thanks God for spiritual gifts seen within the church and asks for doubled strength through Jesus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasetors
Jesus
George U. Martin
Steubenville
Ohio
First United Presbyterian Church
Earl Wilson Chicago Changes To More Refined City
Chicago social scene shifts from gangster lore to refined entertainment as comedians, actors, and venues embrace a chic image. Mentions of Al Capone, Shecky Greene, Marilyn Maxwell, Jackie Coogan, and Joe Levine illustrate a changing city vibe and nightlife dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Danny Thomas
Shelley Berman
Mort Sahle
Marilyn Maxwell
Jackie Coogan
Becktley Team Defeats Quinnimont 12-10 At East Park
50 Years Ago From The Raleigh Register details changes at New River Collieries with L F E Yoder resigning to join New River Company as chief engineer. Harry Pinkney moves up to division superintendent. United Lumber starts cutting McCreery pine tract inside Beckley city limits. Beckley small boys battery led by Fred Hawley and Price Hawley beat Quinnimont 12-10 at East Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yoder
New River Collieries Co
Eccles Mines
New River Company
Harevey
Harry Pinkney
Piney Branch
United Lumber Company
McCreery
Beckley
Fred Hawley
Price Hawley
Quinnimont
East Park
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