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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1961
Page
4
A reflective note quoting Pascal on true worth, humility, and religious piety. The message urges avoiding self-promotion, while Christian devotion suppresses the ego and worldly civilities.
A global view on gun laws cites hundreds of small firearms entering cities monthly with minimal restrictions. States vary from licensing to bans, while FBI Director Hoover urges stronger penalties and theft protections. officials warn criminals exploit easy access, suggesting uniform laws to keep guns from criminals.
An educator reports that in some middle income suburbs parents steer students toward traits deemed prestigious, avoiding industrial skills. This selection biases youths away from technical outlets and may deprive industry of needed talent as skilled work gains status and pay.
About 100 scholars and leaders gathered in upstate New York to declare that the industrial managerial class in America are the working class with 40 hour weeks and paid vacations. The remark, branded as a pro position, was made and debated by attendees from diverse countries and professions.
Washington analysis likens Kennedy and Khrushchev to poker players at Geneva. It weighs Kennedy’s doctrine of freedom and past missteps in Cuba Laos and Laos talks against Khrushchev’s three way control and possible separate peace with East Germany. The piece notes American strength as a counter and warns Khrushchev’s concealed Kremlin moves.
President Kennedy handed prizes to winners at the White House News Photographers Association annual dinner. He quipped that being married to a photographer is rough and drew polite laughter. Edward R. Murrow urged understanding USIA aims to educate foreigners about America while noting unusual questions from the public. A lock-picking party at the National Press Club offered $500 for opening a new lock but drew few entrants. Mayflower head waiter Eric Meder retired after 34 years, saying he wants to enjoy his wife’s cooking at home.
Published by Beckley Newspapers Corporation this notice lists home delivery charges by mail and carrier for Beckley West Virginia and Hinton West Virginia. It notes rates for daily and Sunday service, one year six months and per week or month, adds a three percent West Virginia sales tax, and states carriers and distributors are independent contractors.
UPI notes the world’s first group plan began June 1, 1911 at Pantasote Leather in Passaic New Jersey providing about 700 dollars of life coverage for 121 workers. The next major plan started July 1, 1912 at Montgomery Ward serving 2900 employees with nearly 6 million in life coverage. The concept spread from Ward talks in 1910, growing into a nationwide system that now underpins hospital, disability and major medical coverages for over 100 million Americans.
Washington UPI column notes Kefauver antitrust subcommittee hearings under the Senate gym where boxer Rocky Marciano testifies in favor of a federal boxing commissioner. Marciano argues for regulation, cites extenuating circumstances, and jokes about intellectual peers.
A piece urges embracing vocation across professions amid unemployment and easy living. It argues training pastors and other workers, notes shortages in social work education and nursing, and champions meaningful work over mere possessions. It ends with a prayer for balanced life and character.
Earl Wilson surveys American wonders from coast to coast and notes luxe Beverly Hills bungalows, flaming sword dishes at Chicago Pump Room, and Washington Jefferson Hotel charm. He shares anecdotes of famous names, witty quips, and pricey NYC eateries while inviting reader ideas on America’s marvels.
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