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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1960
Page
4
A reflective line by Froude notes literature as the sole occupation where pay does not reflect the quality of work. The remark underscores the mismatch between artistic merit and compensation in creative fields.
The American National Red Cross begins a month long 1960 fundraising campaign calling it one of the most critical peacetime efforts. In 1959 the drive raised about 83.0 million dollars. the 1960 goal is 95.0 million to support 3700 chapters and programs. The organization cites disaster relief, blood distribution, hospital care, military and service families support, and Junior Red Cross activities as major outputs. It notes 2 million volunteers generate services valued at 30 dollars per public dollar and contrasts with potential government program costs of 600 million if government funded services were replaced.
Hal Boyle writes on the idea of rebirth as a woman, arguing against it with humor. He notes women control wealth, live longer, and perform vast domestic roles, from chef to chief executioner, making a male return to earth as a woman unlikely and unappealing. He contrasts simple cave life with modern domestic workload.
The Dallas Times Herald highlighted teen motivation when 400 students from 17 high schools volunteered to train as babysitters for handicapped children. The effort, led by the Women's Guild of United Cerebral Palsy in Dallas, paired practical service with ongoing instruction from psychiatrists and therapists, creating a pool of qualified sitters and proving youth dedication lasts.
The FDA grants many one year extensions to food processors and chemical firms to prove the safety of additives and packaging materials. The 1958 act requires proof of safety before use, with an 18 month grace period and potential prohibitions after. Some common additives like carbon black await studies, while imports get relief from a sudden crackdown. Anti cancer provisions face industry resistance as efforts continue to regulate coal tar dyes and color tolerances.
The Daily Oklahoman notes a Senate backed $2 billion federal aid bill for public school construction and teachers salaries as the nation leans on federal help even without a local crisis. It contrasts with Grover Cleveland’s veto of seed corn aid and moralizes about government versus people in funding debates.
Beckleyan Nicholas F. Cody and the West Virginia Wesleyan team won the Speech Festival contest at Marshall College sponsored by the West Virginia Intercollegiate Forensic Association. The Beckley district reported 20 263 unemployed people registered with the unemployment service in the first 18 months. Delta Theta Phi at New River State College elected Mary McDermitt to a second term as president Raleigh County girl daughter of T J McDermitt of Glen Morgan.
The Raleigh Y Register details subscription prices for Beckley Newspapers Corporation with daily and Sunday options, rates by mail and home delivery, and taxes. It lists carrier responsibilities and notes independent contractor status for carriers and distributors.
The piece contrasts James William James with a poor artisan of a city, noting Henry James the novelist and William James the psychologist as sons of the elder Henry James. It discusses how rich opportunities shaped the former and how the city youth faced gaps, suggesting perversions may arise from inadequate upbringing.
The AP reports that the Senate faces chaotic Civil Rights battles as leaders Johnson and Dirksen push for around the clock sessions and a passable bill without full committee approval. Dozens of proposals have stalled in committees, risking vague votes and last minute amendments. In La Porte City Iowa Angels Cafe owners John and Mrs Angel sold the business after 11 years at Heavenly Corner across from Bible's Barber Shop.
The Waldorf tribute to Jack Benny features a gallery of stars including George Burns Danny Kaye and Eleanor Roosevelt in affectionate roasts and remarks. Benny quips about a past million dollar court win while peers praise his generosity and humor as they toast his humanitarian award prospects.
Junior Editors quiz notes Vikings as sea roving Norsepower for two centuries. They sailed ships to Ireland England France and beyond seeking homes and riches. Some historians suggest Norse reach of America pre Columbus with Leif Erikson among famous explorers. Claudia Hafsbrough of Fort Sheridan wins ten dollars.
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