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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1962
Page
4
A compact aphorism notes that praise masked by a qualifying “but” is the meanest form of compliment. The line critiques insincere praise that follows praise with a caveat. The voice mirrors moral reflection common in brief newspaper epigrams.
Beckley moves toward a major economic expansion as Oak Hill clears the way for Ash Craft textile plant of New Kanawha Industrial Corporation. NKIC stock subscriptions near 100000 dollars trigger a projected 100000 dollar monthly payroll in Raleigh County and potential future plants in Princeton Bluefield and Welch. General offices planned for Mount Hope with Beckley seen as a possible future headquarters.
The editor critiques West Virginia Centennial Commission chair Charles Hodel’s proposal to rename the state Lincoln. He notes long-running discussion, sentimental opposition, and the impact of sound and emotion on name choice. A four-syllable alternative with better phonetics might improve reception.
In the California primary Nixon faces a rising challenge from Joseph Shell, whose mobilized conservatism risks splitting the GOP and imperiling Nixon's November bid against Gov. Edmund G. Brown. Lubell notes little party realignment. Nixon must consolidate Republicans and woo Democrats to win. The June 5 vote marks Nixon's first large state test in 12 years.
Washington analysis foresees population doubling by 2000, prompting a second industrial and technological revolution. It warns of 200,000 on average jobs lost yearly from automation over the next decade, while urging retraining, full employment, and social adjustment to turn workers into economic assets and prevent recession harm.
United Press International reports that Senate Joint Resolution 12 would amend the Constitution to elect electors by district rather than by slate. The plan would allocate two statewide electors and others by congressional district, reducing influence of urban big-state blocs and labor and racial groups allied with the Democratic party.
UPI report notes 62000 refugees crossed into Hong Kong showing the effect of Red rule. Most accepted return to mainland with little resistance, few seeking asylum. Also covers East Germany Yugoslavia ties cooling, De Gaulle speech expectations, and Pakistan reevaluating SEATO CENTO ties amid possible talks with Peiping on Kashmir.
A young woman in a white Ben Casey style blouse appeared in the Charleston Statehouse corridor, signaling a fad said to be passe in Chicago. The employee vanished before identification, and the trend’s West Virginia debut drew attention but may not catch on locally.
A miscellany of quips and notes fills this column. Topics range from a skunk in a car seat and wet paint to summer beauty contest musings, fashion, and humor about self making, speed, and aging. It also covers flood damage in Charleston, floodwall work, and staff moves including Gus Douglass returning, Robert Bowers among 53 travel directors, and Chauncey Browning Jr. succeeding Hodgson as Public Service Commission chair.
The 1937 Raleigh Register notes the third Communist International reconciled with its parent body the Second Socialist Internationale and urged a united front against German and Italian intervention in Spain. A new Scoutdale playground at Sprague pool opens June 7 as a Works Progress Administration project. Mary Gill and McKinney will lead the morning and afternoon sessions respectively.
Opinion by Donald Meadows argues haircuts and barber pricing reflect social patterns. He traces rising costs from 15 cents to 150 dollars daily implications and reflects on dignity, work and public perception in a reflective close with a religious benediction.
Hollywood star Jane Fonda dominates headlines with Walk on the Wild Side earning top praise. She discusses her breakout Yon, her insecurity after The Tall Story, and learning from director George Cukor before filming The Chapman Report. She jokes about unzipping her dress and notes producers seek Jane Fonda parts. The actress reflects on growth and the pace of her career.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation announces subscription rates by mail and home delivery options with weekly and monthly pricing. Details cover West Virginia tax, change of address procedures, and responsibilities of carriers and distributors.
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