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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1963
Page
4
Quote attributed to Benjamin Franklin notes that God oversees everyday events and that even a sparrow cannot fall without His notice, extending to the rise of kingdoms and providence guiding human affairs.
A Beckley editorial argues against assigning blame for the Little League loss in the Centennial year. It condemns racial discrimination as an ongoing issue, urges truthful probing, and warns that neglecting the problem could shape future attitudes and delay progress in West Virginia and the nation.
Washington weighs deeper US involvement if Indo China war renews. MAAG India expands as Nassau aid promises reach about 120 million, with over 60 million this year from US funds. India builds defenses along the 2000 mile border, seeking roads, transports, and air defense support amid a long conflict prospect. Pakistan and Afghanistan receive aid as regional ties factor into defense planning.
A writer describes a river trip as antidote to newsroom stress. He recalls wading shoals, casting, and imagining pioneer days amid New River and Greenbrier waters. He notes fishing for channel cats below Bluestone Dam, learning crawfish are preferred bait, and spots a preacher along Coal River.
Roy Lee Harmon recounts a fishing day along the Greenbrier and New River canyons. He lands catfish and bluegill, recalls a missing dog, and laments river pollution while thanking God for a calm, restorative trip. The piece blends simple fishing details with reflections on nature and humanity.
The Malayan dollar is described as the region’s strongest currency, used across the Malaysia territories and Singapore, and seen as a key factor in forging a Malayan federation despite opposition from Indonesia. The piece notes Singapore’s potential revenue shifts, Malay leadership under Tengku Abdul Rahman, and economic improvements like road building and irrigation as Britain’s legacy evolves.
A petition presented to Oak Hill city council urges against annexation of the East End or China Town into the town corporation. In other news, El Harris plans a southpaw start to try for a two game series sweep over Bluefield Blue Grays while Lefty Barr is set to pitch the final Bengals game. Foreign reserves near 900 million dollars. In Tokyo, Prince Rahman met Sukarno to halt months of insults. Disparities noted between two men of similar backgrounds, both Malayan and Muslim. Rahman criticizes Malaysia’s federation and seeks Western cooperation. he warns against coexistence with communism and China. Indonesia’s stability remains key and Sukarno’s territorial aims are hinted at as unlikely to be satisfied.
Airmail edition of the London Sunday Observer June 2 reveals shop and clothing ads, Pope John XXIII news, warm weekend weather with forecasts, traffic jams, and Whitsun business. Also odd humor in Uncle Shelby’s Children’s Corner and debated au pair ads with user submissions. Endnote quotes Lyndon B. Phifer on teaching the young.
Washington columnist James Reston and others urge the President to seek dialogue with the South and avoid new legislation after Negro protests for civil rights. The piece critiques reliance on patience and explains why many Negroes feel betrayed by political promises and housing orders.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists offices in Beckley and Hinton West Virginia with national and advertising representatives. It details subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, carrier delivery options, and tax notes including a 3 percent West Virginia sales tax.
Members of the grand jury for the next term of criminal court to convene June 9 are as follows: G. M. Brammer, Alfred Maxwell, William R. Dew, Jesse H. Brammer, C W. Reed, John M. Lemon, James P. Winston, George Dillon, Mason Richmond, Sylvester Patton, Hazard Bragg, John A. White, S. M. McKinney, Alf. Lilly, Obediah Tabor, Lewis Gates.
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