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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1972
Page
2
Napoleon’s remark contrasts a journalist’s role as grumbler, censor, advisor, and tutor of nations with the danger of hostile papers, warning that negative press can threaten more than bayonets. The line emphasizes press power and accountability in governance.
The piece argues that authorities jail truth tellers while sparing liars and crimi nals under state power. It questions courts' focus on reputation over truth and warns against substituting liberty with order by totalitarian forces.
A commentator argues for a minimum speed limit for trucks and tractor-trailers to ease travel for motorists. Proposes a chart showing max safe uphill speed and suggests a law tied to strip miner loads, with politicians gaining appeal from backing such limits.
Anthony Lewis reports on Daniel Bell’s critique in The Public Interest of equality of result over equality of opportunity. Bell warns meritocracy may erode excellence if quotas govern advance, while advocating a social minimum to temper inequality. The piece reflects mixed support and calls for a balanced path toward a well tempered meritocracy.
A former vice president of Local Union 9690 Itmann District 29 explains he was removed from office after taking a company approved leave to support Miller in the UMWA election. He praises Bowen for running Boyle campaign HQ in Mullens and questions why his stance led to removal while Bowen remained. He urges miners to vote their choice.
A letter criticizes George Romney for forming Truth Seekers and urges alignment with Common Cause. It argues Common Cause is nonpartisan and accuses Romney of aiding a Nixon era conspiracy, urging national unity against megacorporations. The writer calls for wealth and power redistribution to empower the people.
President Nixon signals limited cooperation with Congress as he pursues a broad executive reorganization. He says he will push the plan largely through executive action unless Congress reasserts its role.
The Beckley detachment gains a fifth officer with the transfer of Trooper Walter Hampton from Lewisburg. Company D HQ covers 11 counties with three administrative officers led by Capt. S. D. Duckworth Lt Co. L. Walker and First Sgt. W. E. DeMiss.
The Harper Road segment within Beckley city limits is complete and open to the public. A mile and a half stretch from Oakwood avenue up the hill is finished with active construction beyond. It is the county's first road built to State Road Commission specifications.
Washington reports that Kissinger and Tho fail to seal a settlement as Nixon's peacetime rhetoric collides with Thieu's demands. The Paris talks pause until December while American casualties and losses persist. Analysts say Thieu resists U S aims to leave North Vietnamese troops in the South after a cease fire, challenging the administration. Harvard economist Galbraith signs off with a critical note on four years of war.
Chicago columnist Mike Royeg argues Chicago public schools focus on rules over learning in 1915 era and critiques the Metro High School experiment led by Nate Blackman. He cites high test scores and college rates but notes Blackman faces an efficiency rating and possible removal despite success. The piece contrasts bureaucratic rules with innovative teaching and urges systemwide adoption of effective practices.
John Hodel editor notes UPI style and lists subscription rates by mail and home delivery. Rates include one year 38.11 dollars, six months 19.06 dollars, three months 9.79 dollars. West Virginia tax included. Carriers are independent contractors. corporation not responsible for advance payments.
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