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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1962
Page
4
A reflective Thought For Today quotes Lord Herbert asserting that studying anatomy grounds belief in God, arguing that the complexity of the human body supports faith rather than atheism. The line prompts readers to consider science and religion as interconnected.
Rescue Squad operations are presented as part of the Beckley Fire Department with all members trained to handle health emergencies on call. The department responds within minutes to aid convulsions heart failure or paralysis strokes, operating 24 hours a day eight hour shifts, with on duty members joining the squad vehicle for rapid mercy missions.
A sweeping look at Equity's ban on performers before integrated audiences contrasts with civil rights theater moves like National Theatre opening to Negroes and Leontyne Price in Dallas. The piece also covers a Washington Post critique of desegregation in stage listings and Peter Edson's report on a new inspector general's bureau in Agriculture to curb Estes case operations and reform management under Secretary Orville Freeman.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation issues subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions with annual and semiannual options and home delivery by carrier. The notice outlines rates, change of address procedures, state sales tax, and disclaims responsibility for advance payments to carriers and distributors.
Atty A A Lilly and wife travel to Hot Springs Ark for health recovery Mrs Lilly to stay weeks while Mr Lilly returns soon Dr A B Abshire starts brick business house on Mary W Conway lot New structure to be built from material on ground A Charleston man to join a crack Shots team traveling to Stockholm Sweden next month to compete in marksmanship Cap C L Burdete of the West Virginia national guard ordnance department leads the Cog City squad as top marksman
Tokyo dispatch analyzes Peiping's soft line on religion as China seeks influence in Southeast Asia and border regions. It notes official coverage of Buddhist and Christian services and claims of religious freedom while detailing historic church closures and Vatican tensions. China may use tolerance rhetoric to win Buddhist, Christian, and prewar Christian heritage support across Laos Burma Vietnam Korea Nepal and India.
West Virginia plans a 100th birthday celebration with a roughly 1 million dollar budget. Spending would depend on public contributions starting June 20, requiring concrete proposals. Local committees will raise funds and promote tourism, while statewide plans may be reprogrammed if gifts fall short.
A UPI report notes pure oxygen does not cure hangovers or treat hay fever, asthma, migraine, or fatigue. Medical authorities and the FDA warn against home use for many conditions and warn athletes against its claimed performance benefits.
A handwritten subscription note from Dr and Mrs J H Greene from Chickasaw Alabama announces discontinuation of their Raleigh Register mail. The piece recalls Greene in local education boards and notes the editor’s reflections on long-standing readers amid railway spray car chatter and train service critiques.
The prayer praises the Creator Father and thanks for nature’s bounty while asking for prudent use for the common good. It asks to curb selfish desires and to share possessions so Thy will and Thy kingdom of love may prevail among men, offered by Alfred N Sayres of Lancaster Pennsylvania emeritus professor at Lancaster Theological Seminary United Church of Christ.
Helen B Shaffer examines high school dropouts in the United States. Many teens leave before 16 to summer plans, then struggle to rejoin school life or find work. The piece notes economic change and demand shifts reduce job options for youths and highlights efforts like New York City’s Higher Horizons to involve families, counselors, and community programs to keep students in school.
A reflective column with quirky bits about duty calls a doctor body and neighbors who keep the talk alive. It touches on headaches, elephants, and the idea of circling circles with second hand cars and good friends.
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