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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1971
Page
2
Instructions stress thorough roof checks by timbermen using sight, sound, and vibration. Set temporary supports promptly, follow standard timbering plans, and maintain straight, tight posts to prevent roof falls and ensure safe operation of shuttle cars and mining equipment.
Nearly half of Rhodesia's 228,298 whites are settlers from other countries, indicating a substantial immigrant component among the white population. The figure highlights ongoing demographic links with outside countries and suggests cultural and economic ties shaped by foreign-born residents.
Trap Hill District Woman's Club gave 25 to the Trap Hill High School Scholarship Foundation as the first donor to the 1971 fund drive for interest free college loans to THHS graduates. Since 1964 the foundation has awarded 18 loans totaling 7,243.50, with 2,985 repaid to fund more students.
Sophia High School senior Kathryn Lynne Mace has earned a United Methodist Scholarship to West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon. She plans a business administration major with an education minor and aims to become a teacher. She has held multiple club offices and honors, including model legislature participation and salutatorian in eighth grade.
Local ad promotes chicken box with 3 whole chickens and 24 pieces for 4.59 plus tax. Also features hot dogs at 6 for 1.20. Included contact Pete and Bob's Valley Drive-In Ph. 253-4322.
A single lightning bolt struck during a storm in the Marula district of Rhodesia, killing 27 baboons. The event occurred during the same weather episode that disrupted the region and caused other wildlife fatalities.
Letter to readers from Dr. Lawrence Lamb urges regular breast exams and medical checkups to detect cancer early. Readers share experiences. emphasis on not relying solely on self checks and recognizing heart attack warning signs and prevention.
General Electric recalls all outdoor floodlight and holder kits sold since August due to a possible wiring defect that could cause severe shock. About 40 units may be affected. owners urged to return purchases and dealers to inspect stock at GE offices in Cleveland.
Decrees divorcing eleven couples were filed in Raleigh County Circuit Court. Names listed include Vickie Bennett and Joseph Bennett with former name Caldwell restored, Mona Hill and David Hill with custody of one child, Linda Bowling and David Bowling with two children, Kitty Ellison and Bob Ellison with one child, Mary Ransom and Arnold Ransom with former name Hatcher restored, Janet Foreman and George Foreman with one child, Donna Underwood and Woodrow Underwood with former name Dutton restored, Robert Arthur and Betty Arthur with one child in dispute, John Condia and Joyce Condia with one child, Elmer Ward and Mattie Ward, and Stanley Hargraves and Frances Hargraves with one child.
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