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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1965
Page
4
A brief Thought For Today mirrors a Henry Wadsworth Longfellow line urging generosity. The maxim suggests that sharing what you possess can outweigh confidence in one’s own effort and encourage altruism in daily life.
The piece discusses a California case where two prostitutes appeal a conviction after police enforced unequal enforcement against women. It links this to Civil Rights law and social shifts brought by the pill, noting police bias and the broader impact on sex and professionalism, then shifts to New Year pricing and tax repeal on cabaret and theater admissions affecting entertainment districts.
Defense Secretary McNamara says Mao could have an intermediate range missile by 1967 68 and that the United States must push missile defense to deter Chinese pressure. He notes Asia and the West face potential blackmail and urges stronger European and allied aid for Southeast Asia, citing Europe’s meager contributions versus Korea Australia and Japan. Rusk and McNamara press for real cooperation in Southeast Asia defense.
United Press International notes that since 1961 deficit spending has surged under the Kennedy Johnson era. It compares past presidents and warns the Johnson administration faces difficulty balancing war costs with Great Society aims as the 1966 fiscal year closes and the federal debt grows from about $22.5 billion at Hoover’s departure.
The piece argues the 1967 federal budget will run about 322 billion dollars and that American debt has grown since 1933. It cites a projected interest payment of 11.346 billion and discusses LBJ facing a choice between Vietnam war costs and a large domestic program. It warns of evolving political pressures and possible tax increases to ease deficits.
Paris sources say De Gaulle’s second term will stress domestic issues like housing wages and costs ahead of parliamentary elections. Foreign policy changes are expected to be minimal though three areas receive focus independence Europe and Vietnam. Gaullist officials plan to seek a revision of NATO command to end French subordination by 1969.
Mrs. John Anderson and several guests hosted the Beckley Woman's Club with Christmas themes noted. De Gaulle seeks negotiated peace in Vietnam, warns of 1969 NATO pullout, favors a loose European federation, and foresees no immediate peace talks though hopes for future influence.
A travel essay recounts a late Sunday night trip to New York with relatives and fellow passengers. The piece contrasts crowded trains, noisy riders, and uncomfortable sleeping, then reflects on class differences, wartime attitudes, and the value of sympathetic strangers who bridge language gaps and offer aid to travelers in need.
A Lubbock Texas minister offers a devotional piece calling for moral renewal amid world unrest. He asks God to strengthen belief in Jesus Christ and acknowledges collective sin including pride, complacency, and neglect of others' needs. He closes with an Amen.
The column argues the choice between the Great Society and Viet Nam costs, urges restraint, and notes Americans must sacrifice at home or afford the war. It recalls Roosevelt’s shift during past crises and compares Red China to Nazi Germany, urging steady resolve without tax hikes or space program cuts.
23 Years Ago From the 1940 Files Of Elkins-Robert N. Brown, manager of the Elkins city restaurant, was appointed by the Randolph county board of education to succeed Capt Frank Wimner as coach of basketball and track at Elkins High School, a position Winner had held for 21 years. Guest soloists for the cantata at Woodrow Wilson High School, The Story of Christmas, will be M. W. McCollum, D. O. Means, and J. C. Kinzer. Miss Anna Fern Palmer is to be the accompanist as light technicians will be Thomas Bibb and Charles Honaker.
National Advertising Representative Ward Griffith Company lists subscription rates for mail and home delivery, including daily and Sunday plans for one year and six months, daily only options, and weekly carrier charges. Taxes apply in West Virginia. Distributors are independent contractors. Beckley Newspapers Corporation not responsible for advance payments to representatives.
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