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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1962
Page
4
Thought for Today presents Milton's line death is the golden key that opens the palace of eternity, framing mortality as a doorway to eternal realms in a concise reflective note.
An editorial urges readers to support the Raleigh County United Fund and its agencies including Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Salvation Army Red Cross Association for Mental Health Cancer USO and affiliated groups. The piece argues for collective giving, emotional appeal, and unity of the seven campaigns to maximize impact for local youths veterans and communities.
NASA scientists adjust Venus flyby distance to 20 900 miles from 9 000 with a 3 000 mile error margin. The Voyager probe faces meteor hits solar radiation and potential discovery of life indicators as it journeys toward December conclusions.
Washington analysis warns the Senate House tax reform section on closing tax havens may tax foreign earnings earlier and limit U S subsidiaries abroad. Critics say this could hamper private overseas investment, raise costs for American manufacturers, and complicate balance of payments while oil firms stay protected by consolidated returns.
Phil Newsom surveys a shifting espionage world from 1960s spy craft to U2 and satellite methods. He notes Russia and the United States exchanging expulsions, a German court revealing cyanide killings, and Lodge's 1960 microphone gift at the UN. The piece traces a move from cloaked agents to machines and satellites altering the rules of spying.
In early 1960 Beckley explored a YMCA YWCA start. Local committees formed with James O Billups and Jim Kufahl aiding planning. Enthusiasm grew through luncheons, swim progressions from Guppies to Life Saving, and youth activities amid hopes for indoor pools and community outreach.
A Jacksonville Florida Christian Church minister Richard L James offers a prayer addressing dangers of war death and daily anxieties. He asks for faith in eternal life through Jesus and for strength to focus on today's matters to gain divine commendation.
A humorous look at European airline initials and in-flight quirks during the jet age. Tales include BOAC BEA SABENA derisive backronyms, crew wit aboard transatlantic routes, and a catering scene with hamburger prep on TWA flights. A veteran passenger and stewardess gags unfold amid a stranded flight and a door-to-door awakening prank.
Lyle C. Wilson reports on a new publication by Americans for Constitutional Action ACA offering conservative analysis of the 87th Congress voting. It outlines views against New Social Doctrine and calls for action across parties, with ACA’s nonprofit, nonpartisan stance and its plan to back 147 conservative candidates in the current election, financed by individual contributions.
Wall Street shows wan activity with trading volumes the lowest since 1960. Analysts note lack of public participation and cautious security analysis amid many brokerages cutting back and closing offices. The market remains immune to bad news yet unable to rally with conviction.
Robert L. Davis becomes Mabscott mayor succeeding the late Dr. D L Hill who died September 19. Davis runs the Beckley testing laboratory, serving coal producers across West Virginia and neighboring areas. Dr J L Lineweaver and B E Carter sit as delegates elected from the local Kiwanis club to attend the 18th annual convention in Bluefield. Virgil Miller plans a glass encased Main Street newsstand with a transparent top and open sales window, the rest to be onyx glass.
Assistant Superintendent Cecil Swim reported a 152 student decline in Beckley school enrollment aligning with a statewide trend. He said the drop reflects broader demographic patterns affecting districts across the region.
Twenty years ago Beckley residents could witness strong football this fall if plans proceed smoothly. Aubrey O Smith leads the organizing effort with many veteran and young players on the practice list. A Raleigh County Bank building room will house the city post office business with top notch fixtures soon installed for best arrangement in the area.
Publication notice lists BECKLEY NEWSPAPERS CORPORATION address and contact. It includes National Advertising Representative Ward Griffith Company details in New York and other cities. Subscriptions rates by mail are noted for various durations and home delivery options.
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