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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1962
Page
4
M. Henry offers a pithy maxim about choosing wakefulness and purpose over early rising with a reminder that awareness matters more than the clock.
The Register laments absenteeism due to influenza but argues for voter engagement. It endorses the liquor control amendment and the State Executive and Budget Amendment, opposes the Sheriffs Succession and Fair Representation amendments, and supports the Legislative Amendment with cautions about reform and accountability.
Foreign cables show Italian Communist leader Palmiro Togliatti cautious about Khrushchev after the Cuban missile withdrawal. Togliatti praised the Soviet-Cuban deal but avoided direct support for Khrushchev, signaling concern Moscow’s moves may weaken him.
Dr Josephine Davidson in Carlisle England tested self hypnosis on 70 pregnant women against 70 taught physical relaxation and 70 with routine care. Among first births, average labor times were 10:11 for self hypnotized, 16:30 for relaxation, and 17:52 for routine care, with 30 of 45 self hypnotized avoiding drugs. Many self hypnotized women reported a pleasant labor and high eagerness for more children.
Washington reports on unofficial reactions to Red China's border actions against India. Viewpoints vary from mockery of Krishna Menon to deeper concern about Mao Zedong's power struggle with the Chinese army, economy, and relations with the Soviet Union. The piece links domestic U.S. attention to Cuba with broader implications for Asia and global power dynamics.
Washington notes Khrushchev’s pledge to dismantle Cuban missiles as a potential thaw but sees no US relaxation. The exchange centers on bargaining over Western Europe bases, Turkey, and NATO missiles, with Kennedy promising blockade end and noninvasion guarantees after verified dismantling. The piece also outlines key Kennedy negotiation points including a test ban and broader disarmament talks.
A commuter lights a cigarette awaiting a signal as talk of Guantanamo echoes in daily life. The piece reflects on how ordinary people carry out routine tasks under the looming fear symbolized by headlines about Cuba.
ERSKINE JOHNSON notes Bette Davis and Joan Crawford reunite as sisters Jane and Blanche in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane, delivering a sharp screen duel and shocking, strong performances amid a shifting Hollywood mood. Also reports on First International Film Festival 1963 plans, Gene Tierney's Toys in the Attic look, and Geoffrey Shurlock’s morale survey of cinema’s tone and box office.
Be cl ey Newspapers Corporation issues a rates and delivery notice covering subscription prices for various periods, home delivery charges, and policy on address changes. It lists Managing Editor John Hodel, advertising representation, and notes independent contractor status for carriers and distributors with tax and payment caveats.
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