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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1965
Page
4
Quote urging focus on shared bonds over decades of division. Queen Elizabeth I, speaking during a West Germany tour, calls for renewed effort to remember what unites people and to build a better future through common links.
The piece laments coal strip mining near Grandview West Virginia six years ago and again upstream, arguing laws are weak and public will insufficient to halt destruction of beauty. It recalls Grandview Park’s rescue effort five years ago and warns the great scenery may vanish under strip mining.
Miss Pat Moore daughter of Dr and Mrs F J Moore of Affinity will represent The Raleigh Register at the annual North South football game in Charleston. Maj Gen Henry H Arnold announces a new bomber capable of flying NY to Europe to LA will be in the air this fall. St Stephens Protestant Episcopal church closes its church school as Raleigh County records a second infantile paralysis death.
The New York mayoral contest centered on Rep. John Lindsay raises questions about his Republican status. Buckley and conservatives challenge Lindsay as not a true Republican while Lindsay pursues cross party appeal with liberal and splinter groups. Goldwater stance adds to the debate on party purity and future GOP direction.
Washington UPI reports that the United States and Russia agree Germany must not control nuclear weapons, but differ on how to guarantee it. Other obstacles include France and Red China developing independent forces, and internal political pressures in India, Sweden, and others to pursue weapons. President Johnson orders continued negotiations to find a solution.
The article notes U S and Russia clashing over a draft treaty to ban transfer of nuclear weapons to non nuclear states citing a loophole for organizations that could enable a NATO or European nuclear force under US or UK veto. US officials seek broader acceptance while warnings of wider proliferation grow with India Sweden Switzerland and Middle East nations showing interest.
Beckley columnist Lon Woodrum's guest piece surveys the Piney gorge city dump run by manager G R Jewell. He describes discarded items from tires to caskets, the odor and smoke, and notes the dump as a local sight seen by Tolley field airmen. The piece ends with a reflective prayer.
Am Margret turned down Playboy for her figure while Diane Basehart plans a Shakespeare company in Hollywood. Herman's Hermits sign for MGM, Moon the dog insured for 50000, hay fever on a haystack scene, and Chris Robinson joins 12 O Clock High. Jul iet Prowse eyes Broadway musical. Pamela Tiffin Italianizes for Paranoia in Italy with Mastroianni. Berkeley philosopher discusses language and emotion, urging readers to note how words drive passion.
Ralph T. Moore urges vigilance against candidates who campaign as part of a mass movement. He argues true leaders rise above environment and circumstance, becoming extraordinary and objective public servants who represent all people, not just a clique or class.
Ray Cromley argues that censorship in the Vietnam War eventually harms the United States. He recalls Tokyo’s 1941 internment of American correspondents and argues that once censorship starts it expands, shielding even accurate news. He warns broad limits would erase essential knowledge for decisions.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions including yearly, half year and daily options. Carrier terms and tax policy are noted along with disclaimer about independent contractors and address change procedures.
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