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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1966
Page
4
A concise reflection from a scholar on the burden of claiming total control over land at all times. It cautions against overreach and self-destruction from perpetual vigilance. The remark exemplifies leadership insight at Harvard.
California Republicans nominate actor Ronald Reagan to oppose Governor Brown. The piece surveys a possible trend of actors moving into politics and asks if Hollywood may influence future elections and political leadership across the country.
The Greenville News notes a national newspaper ad toutting cars as "previously owned" Lincoln Continentals. The columnist questions whether the euphemism will spread to other brands like the more affordable Ford, suggesting a trend in how used cars are labeled and perceived.
Washington correspondent reports Ronald Reagan, California governorship candidate, shifting from bold budget cuts to accepting escalating state costs. Observers note he may blame Brown for higher taxes if elected, while hard-core supporters push for cuts and eventual tax relief.
Anonymous author argues coal shaped West Virginia badly. He critiques migrant camps, company exploitation, political bosses, and ghost towns as coal declines. Sees ruined scenery, slag piles, and strip mining scars harming tourism, wildlife, and timber. Questions future without coal.
NASA tests on grooved runways show significant reduction in skidding from oil spills and water, with potential nationwide rollout at major airports. A 10,000 foot runway groove costs about 70,000 dollars. industry groups push for early 1967 target dates and pilot evaluations at suitable U.S. airports.
In Caracas President Raul Leoni's administration pushes a tax reform plan seen as moderate yet contested. Opposition factions call it too mild or too harsh while a special congressional session amid threats and insults ends with talks behind closed doors to calm the rift and address evasions in a system reliant on oil revenues.
A reader asks if listing jailed drunks in papers would curb abuse and help families. The answer reviews historic practice of printing jail names, notes publicity rarely reforms habitual drinkers, and discusses impacts on wives and children. It suggests rehabilitation, not punishment, and invites wives to reflect on marital dynamics and possible shared responsibility.
Hollywood correspondence from Bend Oregon notes Lola Albright discussing her Berlin Film Festival best actress award for Lord Love a Duck and the awe foreign honors inspire in Hollywood. She describes the Oregon Trail wagon train shoot, injuries, and fatigue from desert locations while expressing uncertainty about future Western roles.
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