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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1962
Page
4
A concise maxims style line from Thomas a Kempis notes that true contentment comes from a pure conscience and inner peace. The aphorism urges moral integrity as the path to lasting satisfaction.
A reflective editorial argues that government overreach and secrecy create dependency, citing Sugar Grove telescope and Beckley’s Valley Drive. It warns paternalism undermines democracy, urges state independence in funding, and questions the cost of “security” censorship and federal aid.
United Press International reports Americans fear a decline in pride in themselves and the American way of life. British analyst Colin Clark and economist G Warren Nutter challenge doom predictions, noting Soviet and U.S. production trends. The piece argues the doom prophets may mislead the public about relative gains.
Defense Secretary McNamara heads to Hawaii in late July amid mounting American casualties in South Viet Nam. Reports of dissatisfaction with U S use of forces and intelligence failures surface, while Diem's cooperation remains weak and Decker seeks to temper AP findings. McNamara calls for patience as a long, hard struggle is seen ahead.
Washington insiders say Robert Kerr of Oklahoma has emerged as the Senate’s power broker as Medicare battles fade. The oil magnate and former finance committee potential chair wields influence via key posts, shaping tax policy and pork-barrel spending while courting loyalty from fellow lawmakers. Kerr’s wealth and ambition raise questions about his influence on Kennedy administration goals and a possible path to higher office.
A collection of historical quotes references changing governance and political ambition. The lines cite July 4 1776 reforms, Rep John M Ashbrook remarks, Peter Kapitza cosmic rockets remark, and Nelson Rockefeller on reelection plans. The source juxtaposes republican critique with presidential ambition and scientific comment.
West Virginia's 150th Armored Cavalry Regiment and the 364th Ordnance Company are returning from almost a year on active duty. The piece traces Guard lineage from colonial minute men through War of 1812 and Civil War to WWII and Korea, noting the 201st Field Artillery Howitzer Battalion carries both Confederate and Union streamers. It highlights current units, including the 16th Special Forces Group and the Air National Guard, and emphasizes the Guardsmen' s service to the nation and state.
UPI reports Ivan Schwartz of New York started an organization to supply temporary offices for executives operating in crowded Manhattan. The service targets visitors needing an office during certain periods rather than year round to ease space constraints.
The Raleigh Register notes plans to name and dedicate the Mount Hope cemetery in eastern Mount Hope, marking the grave of William Blake Jr. and recalling the area’s first white settlers. It also covers local politics in Rhodell with T. G. McConnell winning a council seat and Sam Lilly elected mayor.
William Redden, among Raleigh County's oldest residents, died at his Crow home from dropsy after months of illness. Grandma Davis on Main Street marked her 92nd birthday as Beckley preserves its oldest building. The governor appointed several notaries including Geo W Warren and R E Barrett. The state board set the state levy at 1 cent per $100 valuation, the lowest ever, while total property value tops over 1.25 billion. The state constitution forbids removing all state taxes.
A cynical patron avoids barbers during televised skill and science contests while barbers clash over clipped nostril hair and a frayed TV picture. The scene features Maris and Mantle and ends with a dream of a deluxe haircut with muted TV and gagged barbers.
A prayer urging God to illuminate life’s meaning beyond wealth and to invest the self in generous giving. It thanks Christ for the path through giving to living and seeks praise to God forever. Attributed to Scott Brenner, editor of Today, Westminster Press, Philadelphia.
Washington reports outline Souvanna Phouma’s task to balance relations with noncommunist and communist states as Laos grapples with rival camps. Since 1956 he sought neutrality, but Sino Soviet and American influences, plus new ambassadors, created a high stakes diplomatic struggle in Vientiane and Luang Prabang. Leonard Unger arrived as new U.S. ambassador to Laos in July.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation issue contains subscription rates by mail and home delivery details for Beckley and Hinton West Virginia. It lists annual and six month options for daily and Sunday editions, carrier delivery, tax inclusion, address change instructions, and notes that carriers are independent contractors and not responsible for advance payments. Strong entities include Beckley Newspapers Corporation Ward Griffith Company West Virginia Prince Street and Beckley Hinton WV.
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