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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1966
Page
4
An elderly speaker reflects on the brevity of life and the universality of troubles. He cites Job and a humorous remark attributed to Mark Twain to illustrate enduring human concerns.
A reflective Christmas column contends that while national war wounds and consumer excess shadow the season, the star of hope still shines brighter in America. It argues peace on earth remains distant, but personal faith and goodwill endure in individuals.
The piece argues against opponents who call the Vietnam Christmas truce hypocritical and urges observing holidays amid conflict. It notes U S and allied units aiding orphans and hospitals, warns the war will resume after truces, and stresses defending future Christmases and the South Vietnamese objective.
A reader defends the Community Christmas Tree fund against critics, arguing the need and spirit of giving, sharing a mother’s gratitude for past gifts and urging continued support despite fraud concerns. The letter reflects local debate over who deserves aid and cites a long-standing community tradition.
Drew Pearson reports that despite the Vietnam war the United Nations closed the year on a constructive note. Arthur Goldberg praised U.N. diplomats for key successes including the Space Treaty with Russia and persuasive support for Thant remaining as Secretary General.
Art Buchwald imagines Dickens era characters in today’s world with unions and TVs. Scrooge seeks relief from Christmas woes as ghosts escort him through childhood, Cratchit’s troubles, and a costly funeral. The piece blends satire with political notes on birth control and U N roles.
In New York City the Communist Party of the U S outlines a three pronged plan to use the Vietnam conflict to strengthen its influence. It aims to instigate protests join pacifists and back a peace candidate in 1968 while promoting a Black power aligned message and raising funds to cover debts.
The text notes a new federal standard for antiques, distinguishing items handed down in a woman’s family from old junk from her husband’s side. It also mentions Salvador Dali portraits offered from about $15,000 and potential costs rising to $200,000 for premium works, as assessed by experts.
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