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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1966
Page
4
A brief thought highlights liberty as the most contagious force in the world, attributed to Chief Justice Earl Warren, reflecting a civic minded sentiment.
A 1966 column laments a local scene where a military recruiter was refused membership in a drinking club for reasons tied to race. It notes clubs prize dues, debts, and illicit activity over character, while condemning racial exclusions. The piece also recalls Lyndon B. Johnson’s 58th birthday and political strain in 1966 with reflections on presidential power and public perception.
In New York politics Sen. Robert F. Kennedy breaks with direct endorsements, saying he will not back any candidate before the convention. He hints Democrats can defeat Gov. Rockefeller, but faces behind the scenes entanglements with O’Connor, Buckley, and Steingut as the Liberal Party and Tammany Hall factions maneuver for control.
A UPI analysis argues the 35,000 mechanics strike sits in a regional no man’s land, too big for state action and too small for federal power. It cites Railway Labor Act limits, Taft Hartley constraints, and the role of public opinion in enforcing labor peace. It notes Florida tourism impact and historical penalties on unions and leaders.
Washington UPI reports a decline in Communist morale in Viet Nam boosts hopes among several U.S. officials that the war could end sooner than expected. Some predict possible breakthrough within six months if Viet Cong units begin surrendering. Johnson administration remains cautious and signals a long, costly conflict ahead. A Pentagon study links morale drop to intensified U.S. and Vietnamese action, food shortages, and belief the anti Communist forces will prevail.
The White House rejects forecasts of war end and disavows estimates that victory requires 750,000 troops and five years. Officials expect a major shift as 75,000 more U.S. troops arrive and bombing continues, pressuring Communist morale and prompting a likely choice between negotiations or continued guerrilla tactics.
John Hodell recounts painting work at his home causing disruption. Screens and shutters must be dismantled, insects enter freely during the process. A painter jokes about avoiding the Register and the piece notes family changes, a dog, a cat scare, and a tentative pet decision. The essay blends humor with domestic details and shifts in the household.
A prayer thanking God for the alphabet and letters to form words and sentences. It asks for improved vocabulary to better express feelings to friends and loved ones, through Christ’s name. Signed by Richard L. James, Jacksonville, Florida, minister, Riverside Avenue Christian Church.
A survey of medical ethics shows patients or families often face choices on life extending procedures. Physicians weigh medical chances of success, while religious and legal views vary on mercy killing and withholding treatment. Financial considerations and patient cargo shape decisions in end of life care.
Public notice lists subscription options for Beckley Newspapers Corporation including daily and Sunday home delivery by carrier or distributor. Rates shown include per week, half-month, and monthly terms with a 3 percent West Virginia sales tax. It notes independent contractor status of carriers and no responsibility for advance payments.
Government statisticians report living costs up 3.4 percent in the United States. Butter climbs from 30 1/2 to 42 cents a pound, flour 36 to 45 cents for a 10 pound sack, sugar 52 to 58 cents for 10 pounds, and lard 10.4 to 12.9 cents per pound. Beckley sees 66 degree low despite rainfall. July 30 heat rose to 89.
Twenty years ago from Beckley Smokeless Coal Co. at Resoco four cars of coal were shipped last week marking the first load over the new Stone Coal extension. E. C. Minter, company general manager, is credited with advancing the development. The county court also completed a steel garage for court trucks used to move prisoners and equipment to road work. Concrete walks surround the new jail, and Sheriff Thompson's family planted flowers.
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