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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1964
Page
3
Medical columnist Dr Wayne Brandstadt discusses pink disease in a 5 year old boy linked to mercury in water base paint used by his mother. The investigation notes delayed onset, possible inhalation exposure, and that paint labeling should disclose all ingredients to prevent mercury hazards in homes.
A parent considers advancing a first grader to second grade after concerns about readiness. Experts warn maturity, social skills, and physical fitness must align with academic ability, with a firm no advised if doubts persist about the child’s readiness. A second reader asks about a harsh gym routine prompting parental concerns.
Beckley area TB representatives plan to attend two conferences in Morgantown and Clarksburg from Tuesday to Thursday. The symposium at West Virginia University Medical Center Morgantown features Charles Andrews and James W. Raleigh presenting on tuberculosis. The 44th annual WV Association meeting, in cooperation with Harrison County TB Association, will be at Stonewall Jackson Hotel Clarksburg with state and local health officials attending.
Plantation Motors owned by William C Thompson signs a Renault franchise with Eastern Auto Distributors Inc Norfolk Va during a ceremony at the U S 19-21 By Pass plant. Renault cars arriving and a forthcoming garage and mechanic school open Oct 19 with a grand opening planned later.
Revival services start Tuesday at Wesleyan Chapel Church on Johnstown Road and run through October 28. Guest evangelist Rev. Ray Pollard from Wichita Kansas will begin each night at 7 30. Pastor A L Dockum invites everyone to attend.
The Raleigh County Republican Headquarters on Main Street opens daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., managed by Mrs. Peggy Kessinger. The official opening Monday featured a 46 p.m. hot dog sale and a visit by Jim Comstock of The Hillbilly, who quipped about campaign cards and vowed to oppose foreign aid and unneeded spending while championing West Virginia representation.
New York Yankee third baseman Clete Boyer, known as a glove man, tied a World Series record by making six at-bats in a nine inning game on October 12, 1960, highlighting his performance at the plate.
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