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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1962
Page
4
Colton offers a concise reflection on ambition and loyalty noting that striving to outdo others may attract foes while lifting others can win friends. The saying anchors daily mindset with emphasis on character over competition.
A provocative column questions Motor Vehicles Commissioner Jack Nuckols over a 1372.83 travel expense. It notes a questioning board includes Governor Barron, Attorney General Robertson, and Secretary of State Burdett and jokes about budget zeal and West Virginia’s image. The piece suggests tensions over Nuckols’s usefulness and public perception.
In this commentary the author cites Will Rogers on liberty and explains how debates over academic freedom, campus speech, and state rules reflect a broader national struggle. The piece frames liberty as personal responsibility and explores how individuals must “get in” to work out their own freedoms.
A discourse on freedom, debate, and moral values argues liberty requires inner discipline and faith. It discusses fascism and communism, the Christian heritage, and the responsibility of citizens, schools, churches, and homes to preserve true freedom. The piece reviews The Ugly American authors new Fail Safe novel about nuclear brinkmanship and the peril of a Moscow-targeting bombing plan.
A tense account of a dangerous space mission showing near collision with the Kremlin, military mutiny fears, and a rare peace-itself optimism. The piece blends global power plays with satirical notes on Kennedy era politics and public figures including Rubel Hope Tower Schirra and Hirshfield, framed by a Washington scene and a religious flourish.
Washington novelty story notes Guinea's President Sekou Touré announcing a shift away from Moscow after Russia-backed aid and influence. Guinea joined the World Bank IMF, attracted U.S. investment, and sought more Peace Corps help while maintaining a socialist model and curbing foreign cultural presence.
Publication notice from Beckley Newspapers Corporation inclining circulation details and rates. Lists offices and staff connections, advertising representatives, and subscription pricing for West Virginia readers with tax and delivery notes.
Parents face confusion over new arithmetic methods aimed at building understanding of number systems and operations. Guidance includes familiarizing with textbooks, using multiple resources, memorization, and collaborating with teachers. Encourage child teaching you, schedule conferences, and form study groups to support learning.
A discussion on how profitable firms fund public projects through donations and responsible operations. It argues only profitable companies can sustain community services, fund new theaters, hospitals, and safety measures, while outlining risk as a key factor in profit potential and investment choices.
Twenty five years ago Chiang Kai Shek's Chinese armies halted a Japanese assault on the Shanghai front after six days of heavy fighting. The Japanese spokesman said the advance of over 100000 men aided by tanks planes and bombardments was slowed down. Mrs Clifford Muller was unanimously elected president of the West Virginia Federation of Republican Women and four from Beckley returned from the Charleston convention. Others included Mrs W W Koiner Mrs Lacey Warden Mrs C M Bruce and Miss Flora Mae Jones.
From 1912 files of the Raleigh Register Rev B H Shadduck, pastor of Beckley M E Church, is returned for another year and has strengthened the church. Voter returns show the constitutional liquor ban carried by a large margin, all counties voting heavily dry. Pence Springs hotel in Summers County burned, origin blamed on steam pipes or rats with matches. John W Ball injured after a fall on a stair causing serious bruising and confinement to bed.
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