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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1963
Page
2
Senator Randolph argues that the United States and the Soviet Union already possess enough nuclear power and that aggressive defense spending crowds out vital domestic needs. He cites a 1960 census showing 38 million Americans in poverty and urges up to 5 billion in cuts to reallocates funds while warning against endless arms races.
The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation funded a statewide West Virginia centennial tribute tour by the Pittsburgh Pops Orchestra. The concerts cost nothing for audiences and were subsidized by the foundation, which previously provided 50,000 to the Centennial Commission. This support amplifies the state's 100th birthday celebrations.
President Kennedy remarks on budget priorities criticizing defense spending as untouchable while social issues like minimum wage enforcement school dropouts retraining workers and unskilled labor are treated as waste in the budget. He questions the 1960s budgeting mentality.
A letter condemns Congress as self serving and compares lawmakers to Nero urging restraint on office costs and perks. It cites House building costs and per member expenses, urging fiscal reform and accountability. A second reader corrects misinterpretations of Senator Randolph's bill, advocating regulation of humane treatment in laboratories and recommending further reading on animal welfare.
The piece argues treaties often fail yet praises the nuclear test ban as a practical step reducing atmospheric radiation. It notes Bryan as a treaty advocate, contrasts Cold War politics, and suggests the ban reflects self interest and moral courage while predicting reactions from De Gaulle and China.
The chicken export clash shows the Common Market’s reluctance to budge under US pressure. Exports plunge from 50 million to 13 million dollars as the market’s policy drives a looming loss of billions in poultry and potential cereals trade. The dispute reveals gaps in European negotiation machinery and economics-driven policy.
Rumors swirl that Joe Farland a Morgantown lawyer and former ambassador to Panama may seek the Republican nomination for West Virginia governor next year. Friends say he is a capable but private figure with strong ties to the Eisenhower era and a desire to settle in the Washington area rather than Kanawha River politics.
An Aug 6 1963 letter from Governor George Wallace mocks segregationist Bibles and questions where such texts can be found. The message is addressed to the governor and labeled as from Montgomery Alabama. The item cites page 3 for the full story.
Leading Republicans suspend judgment on the test ban treaty with plans to decide by Halloween. Senator Javits calls the move a standstill Congress though most members remain active. The piece references rail history, vacations, and criticism of defense tactics amid a fragmented political scene.
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