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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1961
Page
4
A concise reflection contrasts talking with speaking well, attributing the idea to Ben Jonson. It notes that talking can be foolish, while wise speech requires skill. The line explores the distinction between mere words and effective communication.
A 14 nation Geneva conference including the United States Britain Russia and Communist China opens to seek a political Laos settlement. Pathet Lao hold northern provinces and much of the Vientiane to Luang Prabang corridor as Souvanna Phouma emerges as potential neutral leader yet signals a pro Communist tilt. US aid totals rise, with doubts a neutral regime will endure and partition may be discussed if diplomacy fails.
Adjutant General Williams and Lt. Col. Miller attend the Adjutants General Association conference in Wichita. A Thai police official visits to study U S crime detection methods. Parole Board Chairman Creasey cites a two to three week timeline for a parole release progress report after new rules cut queue backlogs. State Police instructors taught at the Greenbrier hotel training, and Commerce Department studies of Webster and Logan counties push toward federal aid criteria under the area redevelopment act.
The Maids and Matrons Social Study Club plans a music recital closing National Music Week with guest artist Mrs. William Taylor, founder of the Monday Music Club. A dramatic mock history note mentions Il Duce and the crowned Miss Myrtle Stewart of Woodrow Wilson High School.
A columnist receives a sharp defense from Douglas Watson of University Park Maryland. Watson challenges the piece on the State Department recognition of Castro and questions the FBI’s evidence and objectivity. He accuses the column of smearing and warns against a McCarthy like witch hunt while urging solid evidence.
Excerpts from remarks by medical and newspaper figures express concerns about malpractice suits and press influence. The exchange references Castro’s rise, CIA reports, and calls for congressional investigation into U.S. recognition decisions.
A Beckley reader urges stronger faith in God, tougher self-reliance, and home life to revive Raleigh County and West Virginia. She recalls old values of work, frugality, and home cooking, urging citizens to improve their communities and preserve Mountain State pride.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation outlines subscription rates for mail and home delivery, with annual and half-year options and a 3 percent West Virginia sales tax. It cautions that carriers and distributors are independent contractors and not responsible for advance payments.
A dialog about will distributions contrasts equal shares with needs based fairness. Arthur and Stella Dear discuss equity, while modern readers note a Raleigh Register column mix including social notes and a Socrates quotation on virtue.
A series of historical questions and concise answers on topics from Trotsky’s murder in Mexico to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse and early presidential inaugurations. It covers notable figures, engineering feats, and genealogical inquiries with brief factual responses.
Earl Wilson reports on Toots Shor’s launch plans for a new drink torium set to open in October, with Toots predicting crowded afternoons at the bar. The column weaves in party anecdotes, celebrity notes, and playful asides about Hollywood names and social life, reflecting the era’s gossip tone.
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