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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1962
Page
4
A brief Thought For Today quotation notes that age is a matter of tempera ment and health not years. It contrasts how some are born old while others never grow old, credited to Tryon Edwards.
Two critics, FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and Father John F. Cronin, urge caution about self styled experts on communism. They warn that many claim expertise without current, reliable facts and advise checking credentials and up to date sources before accepting any analysis.
Washington dispatch notes Congress faces Kennedy era spending bills that may push the debt limit higher. Sen. Harry F. Byrd warns the spending could destroy the government from within as the administration seeks a stopgap $2 billion rise, lifting the limit to 300 billion, with an $8 billion follow-up sought soon.
A column argues voters push government beyond its means, blaming not only politicians but citizens who expect free benefits. It cites New Jersey Taxpayers Association figures showing civil benefits rising 67 percent versus 30 percent for defense, noting 24 deficits in 30 years with two more looming.
Washington impressions on Kennedy's trade expansion show each state and district driving votes. New lawmakers, a divided committee landscape, and a shifting farm and industry map create an unpredictable path for tariff cuts and liberalization under the Kennedy program.
The Civil Aeronautics Board opens a New York hearing to determine a probable cause for the Idlewild Boeing 707 crash that killed 95 aboard. Data from the recovered flight recorder may reveal speed, altitude, and G force. debates over jet noise and safety regulation widen.
Sociologists question whether rapid urban growth harms youth identity and mental health as 4,500 professionals gather at the American Orthopsychiatric Association meeting in Los Angeles. The 1960 census shows 108 million Americans already in 189 metropolitan areas amid rising mobility.
The sermon cheers Lent as a joyful season of growth and self denial. Archdeacon Atkins says Lent helps self knowledge, God knowledge, and service to Christ, framed by Herbert’s “dear feast of Lent.” He notes human cycles require seasons for lessons and urges a Lent of victorious accomplishment for all.
West Virginia centennial leaders will hold a one day session at Jacksons Mill and a two day Cedar Lakes meeting near Ripley. The Cedar Lakes panel will be led by Alfred Stern of New York City and Carl R. Sullivan. Casey Wilson reports a 175 fish haul on 18 trips in Elk River and Mud River. Harmon Marks becomes a public information specialist for the State Road Commission, working with Sam McEwen to provide agency details to the media.
Public service column by U S Senator Robert C Byrd warns of rising risks from international disease spread through modern travel. It notes past smallpox and cholera outbreaks abroad that reached the United States via ships and calls attention to the faster, broader danger posed by air travel bringing contagions to homes within hours.
Beckley’s chamber extended welcome to 1,250 teachers from Fayette Summers and Raleigh counties for the 33rd New River Valley Round Table on March 26. Amelia Earhart Putnam and crew completed a 2,400 mile Oakland to Honolulu flight at over 150 mph. She plans to circle the globe along the equatorial route of 27,000 miles.
The reader learns how medical expenses are deducted on a 1961 return. Itemize on Form 1040, not standard deduction, Form 1040A, or Tax Table. Deductible expenses cover doctors, labs, hospital care, dentures, eyeglasses, and prescribed medicines. Deductions exceed 3 percent of adjusted gross income unless 65 or older, in which case all medical expenses may be deductible. Example calculations show $400 total medical expenses with 3 percent threshold of $180 or 1 percent threshold of $60 depending on age. For help itemizing, obtain Form 2948 from the IRS at no cost.
Publication notice from Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines mailing privileges and subscription rates. It lists home delivery options by carrier and distributor with weekly and monthly pricing, covering daily and Sunday editions and different term lengths. The fragment references Beckley and Hinton West Virginia operations and distribution details.
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