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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1966
Page
2
A young Pfc. Terry Hinson of the 173rd Airborne Brigade speaks in a stark voice about war courage and fear. He describes carrying a dying comrade, the weight of combat, and the paradox of legal youth yet lethal duty, noting his lifelong scars and early life in Livingston, Texas.
House and Senate pressure builds as labor leaders push for 14-B repeal and quick action on Dirksen filibuster. Montana Democrat faces criticism for delaying around the clock sessions. Democratic leaders fear extended standoff could cost party support in labor ranks.
Washington (UPI) Senator Smathers of Florida announces he will not seek re election, citing health issues and a hernia. He steps down amid pressure from leadership, as fellow veterans Saltonstall and Byrd also consider retirement this year. The 52 year old lawmaker has served in the Democratic Conference leadership and will leave a complex political scene.
The article notes attempts to enact improved minimum wage and unemployment legislation and to secure a Senate vote to repeal. It cites President Johnson facing opposition from AFL CIO figures and labor leaders. Organized labor contends Johnson’s chances remain slim amid token campaigns and internal divisions.
General Branch found only an off slick in the Edwards Air Force Base area. An X15 rocket ship and other items were at the base, with Boeing Co. involved in activities there.
Fragmentary text shows Bailey discussing future plans and his current position. It mentions Concord College and Lee University in Lexington Virginia, with unclear context about his campaign or roles and possible support from associates. The readable portion hints at a career transition and seeking assistance from a colleague.
Japan's fisheries yield the world's highest catch, amounting to more than six million tons, representing over half of the global total. The milestone underscores Japan's dominant role in marine harvesting and its impact on international seafood markets.
Washington reports a man watched three bowl games and part of a fourth from 2 p.m. to 10:50 p.m. EST on New Year’s Day, with only a few disruptions. Doctors say no permanent harm expected, though the test notes a temporary loss of wife and alienation of children. Footnotes joke about future TV scheduling and marital impact.
Funeral services for Diar Ed 73 will be officiated by Elder Wesley Scott. Burial will follow at Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation is after 1 p.m. Wednesday, with a Wright Home arrangement until transfer to the church one hour before services.
Capt Paul L Gormley will have funeral services at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia after his body arrives from San Francisco. He was killed in action in South Vietnam during Harvest Moon. Survivors include his wife Joan Carmen and her parents Mr and Mrs JC Carmen. Graveside rites for Delena Honaker death noted in Beckley hospital with surviving half brother Patrice Leonhart.
Funeral arrangements are announced for Terry Blake Bowling 68 of Princeton with services at Vid Teenies Come Methodist Church led by Dr James Fisher. Burial follows at Resthaven Park Cemetery. Bowling died Saturday in New Smyrna Beach Florida after a heart attack while wintering in Florida. He was born January 3 1897 in Lashmeet son of the late John E and Josie Muncey Bowling. He was a former general manager of Elkhorn Valley Grocery Co Keystone. A foster son Lt Wetzel Mays was killed in World War II. He leaves four sisters Sue Kinser Beckley Virgie Mullens Pearl Thompson and Audrey Miller Rock. Sever ae Princeton is in charge of arrangements.
Two companies of the 173rd Airborne moved into a three-hut island complex in the Mekong Delta after reporting at least eight Viet Cong on dry land. They destroyed a hut belonging to Le Van Gia, aged 70, and his wife, then the Viet Cong withdrew. Sgt. James Allen apologized for the shooting to a Vietnamese interpreter. Catholics in the unit held Mass earlier near Father Culig in New York as the troops tended swamp wounds.
James R. Venable of Atlanta, chairman of the National Association of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan, accompanied Swenson as attorney as hearings examine United Klans of America. The article notes multiple Klan groups, including National and Original Klan factions, and indicates activity in Louisiana.
Charleston UPI reports Brown challenges actions amid flood relief scandal. Former businessman Alex Dandy and ex State Commerce Department employee Ruth Maley remain free on bond pending appeals to 1 to 10 year terms. Maley convicted of falsifying flood fund records.
Essex County sheriff’s officers arrested Joseph Benny Pezzino on charges of breaking and entering larceny impersonating a female possession of pornography barbiturates and stolen property. Thousands of obscene slides negatives and pictures were found at his Newark shop with many models believed to be teenagers under investigation by investigators.
FBI state and county investigators pursued a case involving a shooting at a station. SNCC disputed statements about the events claiming Young was shot twice in the back after a dispute over restroom access. Young, a Tuskegee Institute student, was said to have worked in civil rights campaigns.
The Very Rev. Joseph T. Cahill said the St John’s dispute is academic, not a labor matter, with faculty staying from classes. Union leaders claimed student involvement and said Brooklyn and Jamaica Queens campuses would be bolstered by teachers and students from other colleges. They cited financial support from non academic unions and promises of respect from the Joint Council of Teamsters and the Central Labor Council.
Washington UPI report states the need for coal in New England will rise as the Eagle States area grows. Byrd said a study by the U S Office of Coal Research will determine actions to keep coal prominent and reduce transport costs while projecting a doubling in demand over the next decade.
New York reports a transit strike cutting Broadway box offices as one show announces a Saturday closing and another faces possible closure. Telegraphed exchanges and cancellations flood in as audiences struggle to reach theaters and attend performances.
Officials appealed for drivers to return to work as a subway and commuter rail strike shut lines. Mayor Lindsay warned of losses and urged public patience while courts debated civil contempt for union leaders. He walked miles to City Hall and urged stay-aways to pressure a settlement over fare hikes.
BAYFIELD Wis UP I reports the Indian tribal council voted to invite Judy Rothman 20 and Jill Hunt 22 back to Red Cliff reservation after their defiance of an order banishing them The two VISTA volunteers said most Indians supported their return and hoped to rejoin the poverty relief effort They had been removed by VISTA officials amid fears of violence and the reversal marks a shift in community stance
Radford described a car attack where a man demanded privacy then beat him with an object. Police traced the suspect’s vehicle, Baker was arrested within minutes inside city limits. Radford received more than two hours treatment at Appalachian Regional Hospital with 17 stitches for head wounds.
Hollywood reports on Roy Thinnes starring as a spear carrier in The Long Hot Summer. The Chicago native, paid 28 dollars per spear, aims for a movie break after TV hurdles. He cites Broadway and off Broadway as failing routes to success, planning to rely on luck and connections.
Ronald Reagan, 54, a former radio sports announcer turned actor, will formally announce as a Republican candidate for California governor. He has waged an unofficial campaign with a 30 minute prerecorded TV announcement, aiming for the GOP nomination in the state with 2.8 million Republicans.
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