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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1965
Page
4
A quote from Rev. Robert Castle an Episcopalian reflecting on Jersey City race riots criticizes white residents for being bland on the race question and claims the issue remains ignored in the city.
Everett Dirksen, a dominant Republican figure in the Senate, is honored with a $500-a-plate fundraising dinner. Known as a pragmatic conservative with a strong civil rights record, he wields influence across parties and is trusted by leaders including Johnson and Mansfield. The piece also notes a forthcoming Treasury proposal to replace silver in coins, potentially devaluing current silver coins, with Congress urged to act swiftly on alloy substitutions and anti-hoarding measures.
A 1960s analysis notes equal employment rights for women under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and predicts increasing female participation in the U S labor force. It highlights future lawsuits over hiring and promotion and cites expected coverage thresholds expanding to smaller firms by 1968. It also discusses shifts in occupational distribution and raises talk of a proposed Men’s Bureau.
Lyle Wilson critiques President Johnson's Great Society as massive philanthropy funded by the U.S. Treasury. He recalls FDR's era, argues projected programs will expand the debt beyond $324 billion by next June, and labels FDR a piker in spending compared to LBJ. He warns of hidden costs and escalating deficit while invoking church and civic sentiments.
In Charlottesville and Richmond Virginia leaders signal a shifting political landscape as Negro voters gain influence. Lt. Gov Mills Godwin courts support, backed by Byrd allies yet seen as moderating the old guard. Both parties push mobilization, with Republicans naming Clarence Townes in state leadership and Linwood Holton as a potential rival to Byrd. The 1966 general elections may test whether the Byrd machine declines or adapts.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation publishes notices at 341 Prince Street Beckley West Virginia 25801 with circulation details and subscription rates. It lists contact numbers and staff, states home delivery options and policy on change of address and independent contractors for carriers and distributors.
National Park Service director for the capital area T Sut ton Jett testified March 3 about the White House lawn. He discussed diseased grass last year, outdoor parties’ impact, and improvements from sodding the South Lawn two years ago, with hope for better turf this summer.
A reader asks for clarification on political verses judged as satire of press and party politicians. The letter mocks media self censored truth, party loyalty, and job holding while warning of moral drift, with an editorial note about the paper's need to spur stronger coverage.
A reflective column notes a brief visit from Randolph Norton, former Register editor, and contemplates the local education system. It questions merit scholarship guidance, parent–school communication, and the impact of public critique while referencing a rumor about a social item involving Tommy Williams of Whipple.
Mae Evans Reid, East Park School teacher, learns her reader Our Little Friends was accepted by Dr. Clifford Woody of the University of Michigan as partial fulfillment for a master's. The book will be published after his introductory statement. She is wife of William C. Reid and daughter of Angus and Viola Evans. Beckley Junior Chamber joins state chamber after Clarksburg convention, with Beckley and Fairmont chapters welcomed.
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