Thought For Today Quotation On Inner Defense
A concise reflection cites Horace on inner armoring as armor for the innocent, urging virtue as a shield and clear screen against harm.
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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1961
Page
4
A concise reflection cites Horace on inner armoring as armor for the innocent, urging virtue as a shield and clear screen against harm.
The Washington CORE plans a nonviolent freedom ride along Route 40 to protest racial discrimination in eateries, despite advice from allies. Gov Tawes opposes a special session and a public accommodation bill, noting Maryland constitutional gaps could shield counties from reform.
Bruce Bioss notes sober diplomats worry Nehru's U S visit may widen the gap with America rather than narrow it. India's stance on Russia's nuclear tests and Menon's hard line complicate efforts to win American support. Even warm talks with Kennedy may fail to impress while Menon undermines neutrality.
WASHINGTON UP I reports W E Johnson executive secretary of the South Dakota Retail Farm Equipment Association denounces a government agency for attacking free enterprise. He cites an ASCS display at the state fair showing a derailed train labeled free enterprise wrecked this train, later altered to oppositions of the farm program wrecked this train. Johnson suspects Department of Agriculture influence and condemns the thought.
Washington reports a breakthrough from the Agriculture Department in chemical sterilization of pests. Chemo sterilants reproduce the sterilizing effect of radiation by rendering male and female insects infertile, potentially eliminating houseflies, mosquitos, boll weevils and fruit flies. Early field tests in Bahia Honda Key, Florida nearly wiped out local houseflies, though non insect effects remain under study.
New York UPI reports psychology researchers Demetrios Papageorgis and William J. McGuire propose a method to immunize individuals or others against influence attempts. They claim experimental success showing a potential counter to mind changing tactics akin to disease immunity.
The Raleigh club discusses international relations and compares Franklin D Roosevelt to George Washington. A psychological study by Papageorgis and McGuire is cited, showing how exposing people to weakened counterarguments can strengthen beliefs. Minds immunized by chosen refutations resist persuasion better than those exposed to supporting or unweakened views.
The Register reports John W. Bowers raised the season’s best potato crop in Shady Spring with about 500 bushels stored and similar amount for sale. Morgantown marked a gala week as Dr. Thomas E. Hodges became WVU president amid hundreds of returning alumni. WVU beat W&J as incoming trains arrived. Wyoming County faces a mandamus to force a special election on moving its county seat from Pineville.
Hollywood legends Bob Hope and Bing Crosby return to Shepperton for The Road to Hong Kong. The cast includes Joan Collins Dorothy Lamour and guests Zsa Zsa Gabor David Niven and Peter Sellers in a space age spoof with new stunts and gadget gags. The duo promise more insanity and box office laughs as the long running road comedy continues.
A devotional prayer by Roy H. Stetler of Harrisburg Pennsylvania asks for forgiveness for broken resolutions and a rededication to trust in God. The speaker seeks divine guidance to embrace sinners with love and to advance the evangelical life through faith in Jesus.
A lively Hollywood hairdo saga centers on Ernie Adler negotiating Judy Garland’s TV show styling in 1962. Adler contrasts with rival Mr Kenneth who dressed Jackie Kennedy, while other stars like Carol Lawrence and Rosemary Clooney surface in anecdotes. The piece mixes quips about fees, travel, and fame with a parade of showbiz names and playful gossip.
Beckley Newspapers outlines subscription rates for daily and Sunday delivery, including annual, semiannual, and daily options, plus carrier delivery and third party contractor notices. It notes a 3 percent West Virginia tax on mail rates and independence of carriers from Beckley Newspapers Corporation for advance payments.
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