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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1963
Page
8
Charleston Gazette urges Raleigh County voters to approve a 400000 property levy to trigger a 1.2 million federal grant for Stephens Branch Lake near Beckley. The editorial frames the measure as a test of West Virginians willingness to help themselves and attract federal funding for a recreation and tourist facility.
The article argues Raleigh County should approve a $400,000 levy to boost tourism and local development. It warns a rejection would cast doubt on West Virginia’s willingness to back coal regions and question state leadership. The piece urges a Saturday vote as a test of self-help for the century.
Answers explain how to learn future benefits from the Social Security office. A representative can estimate amounts at 65 or earlier retirement, list required proofs, and speed up first checks by planning ahead. It covers filing at 72, earnings effects, and applying before 62 with three months advance allowed.
The industry aims to breed cattle with high intramuscular marbling for top quality eating while minimizing external fat. This would reduce trimming waste and improve meat yield and value across the sector.
Olden Days in West Virginia is the festival theme for the Alpine Girl Scout Country event at the Recreation Building this Saturday from 1 to 4 PM. Raleigh County troops join displays and demonstrations on early homemaking and Scout skills with open ceremonies led by Mrs. I. Wilbur Bays and folk dancing, rug weaving, and a final Scouts Own.
Beckley Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce will place a policy on its noon Thursday agenda about allowing motels on the West Virginia Turnpike. Local motel owners urge support against a proposed 100 unit motel near the Beckley interchange.
The U S Department of Agriculture projects 10 to 15 percent higher fed beef marketing in April through June this year than in the same period of 1962.
Dr. Paul Loflin, Raleigh County dentist, explained the annual dental clinic for second grade students to Beckley Civitan Club. He praised the club for a $500 donation and noted Raleigh County Health Department exams coordinated with 15 Beckley dentists. Clyde McCoy received an honor key and past lieutenant governor pin from N. R. Coleman for service.
The City Democratic Party will open its headquarters at 205 Prince St a few days before the May 28 city general election. The Beckley Democrat Executive Committee and city Democratic candidates approved the move in a joint session. Democrat mayoral nominee John Wesley Smith said a meeting will be held late next week to organize precinct workers and campaign efforts.
The Sophia Onward 4 H Club awarded ribbons at Thursday night exhibits led by William Clark Raleigh County 4 H agent. Members Doug Shupe Sherry Taylor Kitty Maynor Donita Neff won blue ribbons while Tanya Eddins Brenda Ribers Randa Hornbeck Phyllis Duncan Frances Cook earned red ribbons and Imo gene Duncan received a white ribbon. Mrs Leona Burns helped Clark score the exhibits James Lowry leads the club.
Beaver Lions Club will be represented at the West Virginia Lions Club convention in Wheeling by three members, according to club president W. W. Brammer. Delegates to be picked later. Thursday's meeting adjourned early so members could attend the Beaver Elementary School minstrel. Fifteen members attended.
Four men enlisted in the Air Force at the Recruiting Main Station Beckley and have been sent to Lackland AFB Texas for basic training. They are William C. Sullens of Epperly Ol lin Carrington Moore of Oakvale Clay William Randolph Camden of Elkview and Richard Lee Davis of Elkview.
The Community Facilities Administration approved a $162,500 grant to the Paw Paw Public Service District in Morgan County West Virginia for water service facilities. The grant, matched with $167,500 in local funds, supports Accelerated Public Works, creating 210 man months of labor.
Woodrow Wilson High School offers a tuition supported summer program June 5 to July 25 for grades 5 through 12. Registration is June 6 at 9 a.m. with a two day grace period at 3 dollars per day. Courses include language arts and mathematics with one high school unit of elective credit, plus an emphasis on reading, vocabulary, and basic math concepts. Tuition is 15 dollars for half days and 30 dollars for full days, due by June 14. Bus service will be provided without charge.
Eleven convictions were reported by Capt. Raymond Eye District IV enforcement chief as spring weather drew fishermen and outdoor burners into enforcement focus. Names and towns such as McReynolds Bassett Hess Squire Stout Yukon Bibb Shady Spring McDowell Greenbrier Mullens Pineville Wyoming Rockview Hanover Jaeger Jolo and officers Beavers Pizzino Deitz and Bailiffs show multiple fines of 20 dollars for fishing without a license abandonment of a fire illegal burning and fishing in closed streams with magistrates Blankenship Wilson and others.
Four local schools elected PTA officers for the 1963 64 year at meetings this week. Harper Heights named Rosa Johnson as president with Annie Smith vice president Hazel Canaday secretary Gracie Smith assistant secretary and Trusila Haley treasurer. Morton Reaves Elementary elected Cordelia Marshall president William C. Ritchie vice president B C Blaney treasurer and Mabel Dillon secretary. Beckley Junior High chose E R Foster president Westwood Holliday vice president William Shanklin treasurer and Ned Ragland secretary. Summer school at Woodrow Wilson High starts June 6 with English biology history and math courses and credits offered. Music instructor Oscar Williams led seventh eighth and ninth grade choirs in performance. East Beckley PTA installed new officers: Bernice M. Booker president Minnie Haskins vice president Virgie Griffith secretary E Carter assistant secretary Pearl Hodge financial secretary and D D Crawford treasurer. Calendar chair Josephine Hawkins and Program chair Andrew Durgan were named.
The Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee in Beckley announced plans and specifications for a New River Park zoo. Bids will be sought for drawings covering cages for native animals with water and sewage disposal. A fish pond may be added to attract visitors. water is suitable for various fish.
Arizona and southern California show regions with extremely low rainfall. The report notes arid areas across both states, underscoring drought conditions and scarce precipitation in specific counties and deserts. Local agencies monitor moisture levels and water reserves amid ongoing arid climate patterns.
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