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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1971
Page
2
Thought for Today quotes Numbers 12 7 8 highlighting Moses trusted by God to reveal his form and speak clearly. The passage contrasts Moses close relationship with others who face fear when questioning his leadership.
A State Road Commission cable sign setup near West Prince Street in Richmond misleads left and right turns with a tilted, wind blown indicator. The left turn sign blocks a lane due to parked cars, while beer and soft drink trucks double park on Prince and Neville Streets posing ongoing traffic disruption.
The Little Red Schoolbook, a controversial 11 to 16 year old handbook published in Britain, draws praise for promoting student autonomy but was seized by Scotland Yard on March 31. Richard Handyside faces a court summons on May 8 as the book faces potential U.S. and international editions. The text argues teachers are equal to students and urges open discussion of sex, drugs, and contraception in schools.
The Paris Air Show will feature the Tupolev 144 and the Anglo French Concorde. Debates rage in Britain and the US over SST noise pollution and its impact on society. Benn argues quieter operation in 1974 while critics warn of environmental harm.
In London reporting, Anwar Sadat dismantles much of Nasser's apparatus, purging police and administration while keeping the army intact. The shift signals a domestic liberalization aimed at new policies, with the army’s role seen as pivotal and regional governors to be replaced by Sadat loyalists.
Jerry Bruno, a famed political advance man, writes The Advance Man detailing how campaigns draw crowds and how live campaigning shapes democracy. He discusses ethics, the Johnson era, and his belief in the value of visible, interacting candidates.
CBS newsman Walter Cronkite told the International Radio and Television Society he suspects the Nixon administration is orchestrating a campaign to undermine the credibility of the press, especially television, to aid their electoral chances. He named VP Agnew and GOP Chair Dole as fronting the effort and urged the president to reject such antipress policies.
In a firm stance, Berry urges defense against ongoing attacks both overt and subtle aimed at shaping a divided, confused public. He argues persistence in self defense against charges used by foes of freedom.
John Hodell critiques Raleigh County Health Council coverage and physician influence. He argues health policy should be openly reported, standardized medical care pursued, and lay participation protected against physician dominance.
Proposed constitutional amendment calls on the Joint Chiefs of Staff the President and other leaders to spend a reasonable amount of time in the front line of combat. The measure is introduced by Sen George McGovern as part of his draft law proposals.
Senate Banking and Currency Committee set to begin hearings on June 7 over a proposed government guarantee for up to 250 million in loans to Lockheed. The move aims to avert bankruptcy or nationalization amid losses on the C 5A contract and the RB 211 engine setback. Critics warn of welfare for private firms, while supporters cite national security and jobs at stake.
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