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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1972
Page
2
A quoted motivational line by Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt asserts that fear can be overcome by repeatedly facing it until a trail of successful experiences accumulates. It emphasizes persistent practice and measured progress as the path to courage.
The piece condemns the arch Moore forces for a vicious run against Jay Rockefeller, arguing the vulgar attacks reveal low motives. It notes some voters may resist nastiness and that Rockefeller’s steadier demeanor could win support, possibly aiding his election chances.
The 1976 Winter Olympic bid for Denver sparks a fierce funding referendum. Voters in November decide if state and city funds for the Games should be cut or kept, as Citizens for Colorado's Future argues costs and impact, while supporters cite growth and unity.
In a satirical recount, Dr. Kissinger brokers a cease-fire after seven tons of explosives are dropped on East Whiningvian civilians. General Thieu complains of elections under international supervision while Kissinger insists the war remains ongoing as a continued Bombs for Peace program.
The article notes China’s education reform moving at under half speed with Peking University operating below 50 percent capacity. Chou Pei-yuan cites about 4,300 fall term enrollments against a 10,000 capacity, as classes were paused 1966 to 1970 and enrollment resumed under Mao’s Cultural Revolution reforms.
Berry's World shifts from formal entrance exams to practical experience. Students must have worked on farms or in factories and the study period drops from five or six years to three or four, aiming to widen opportunities for peasants soldiers and workers.
Be nkley and Hinton West Virginia carrier network info notes that Beckley Newspapers Corporation publishes Raleigh y Register Democratic with press details and nonprofit mail privileges. It lists address 341 Prince St Beckley 25801 and editor John Hodel and operation by United Press International. It mentions change of address procedures and a 3 percent West Virginia sales tax on subscriptions.
Washington report outlines expected congressional pay rise tied to the 32 percent boost used since 1969 and the 19.8 percent cost of living increase. With February actions by the Commission on Executive Legislative and Judicial Salaries, the house pay would reach about 49000, staying below 50000.
In the Postmaster General's office, Klassen and assistant Henry discuss a chaotic scene with a beehive telephone. Dr. James H. Boren pitches using horse riders for mail, while officers mock the idea and debate feasibility and contracts.
Bechtel president S D Bechtel Jr urges nuclear power as vital for future energy. A French critic quotes President Pompidou on grain monopolies while Ronald Reagan critiques government as an inconvenience, tracing origins back to ancient times.
Tom Wicker reports that California likely favors McGovern but polls show a narrow path with no landslide. Analysts cite uncertain voter sentiment and regional divisions affecting the Democratic nominee’s prospects.
California Secretary of State Edmund G Brown Jr predicts a record turnout of about nine million voters next Tuesday aiding McGovern. Yet observers doubt a California victory, noting shifting party loyalty, heavy Democratic lead but expected Nixon strength in the south, and internal doubts within the Democratic camp about get out the vote and campaign strategy.
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