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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1968
Page
2
The text notes satisfaction from business people and shoppers as downtown cleanup after a snow job proceeds with a focus on parking lot stalls. It criticizes poorly designed raised dividers hindering snow removal and cites changes made last summer, suggesting timing and logistics align with expected government service.
Raymond La Washington surveys GOP favorite son strategy as a route to the 1968 nomination. Governors and senators count as potential delegates, with about a dozen named and more likely by August. If Nixon falters, the bloc could deny him the nomination. otherwise, they may fade by Miami Beach. States listed include Arkansas 18 votes, California 86, Florida 3, Illinois 48, Kansas 20, Massachusetts 4, New Jersey 4, New York 43, Ohio 18, Pennsylvania 28, Tennessee 28, Texas 48, totaling 588 of 1,93 delegate votes. George Tomney of Michigan is noted as a likely early knockout.
Purdue Survey finds high school voters would back Robert Kennedy for Democratic nomination and president, but experts caution past student polls mirror adult behavior. Javits urges lowering voting age to 18, notes fear of a sudden 12 million new voters reshaping politics.
In Detroit the New Detroit Committee seeks dialogue after last summer’s riots. White leaders like Henry Ford, James Roche, and Walter Reuther back lines of communication with black communities. Militant black separatists reject a $100000 grant due to strings attached. Two militants resign as moderates object, prompting a blistering critique from Rev. Albert Cleage Jr. He says whites have manipulated blacks, while militants fear assimilation.
Washington report shows moderate Republican leaders divided on how to back Nelson Rockefeller for president. Rumors swirl over whether to stay inactive or enter Oregon priority and how much advocates should act. Romney's rising poll numbers threaten Rockefeller's path, boosting Nixon as a potential moderate front, with Reagan as a distant rival.
Educators face a changing profession as major groups push for reforms and greater input. Public schools will need rapid adaptation with more negotiate terms under laws like the Taylor act. Community members and parents must engage in boards and PTA to push for quality educational programs and clear goals.
A Washington report describes political fundraising friction as Bailey presses for contributions from Curtis and other lawmakers. Curtis replies by accusing the Democratic committee of Johnson administration bias while Rep Depwinski and Rep Gallacher question the use and targeting of funds and stamps a lamp and counterfeit money incident. Also noted is a brief White House gate incident and a Canada US phone conversation sweepstakes result with Canada leading in average conversations.
The Raleigh Register notes from 1943 list 21 members of the Meth Dist Temple Men's Bible Class serving in the armed forces. Names include Edward Gregory Millard Freech Dr E Newin Oupwy Grady Allen A G Binzer By Hi Hopkins John Wirtz John Paul Yosh Charles Ts Huttman Platt Phipps Frank Brubeck William Meade Feed Hart D R Moore B E Moore Harvey Palley Wayne Henderson Michard Presley Ry WL Lexi Marel Hroytes and George Stot fovy.
A quirky column blends basic snow science with a dated home garden memoir. It explains snow formation and weight, then shifts to humorous remedies for winter travel and humorous gardening misadventures, reflecting a nostalgic, practical outlook. The piece notes winter etiquette and seasonal enjoyment amid joking distress.
Fragmentary religious notice from Canaan Moravian Church listing ministers and members in a prayer request. Names such as John IL Jolingen Davenport Nak and others appear amid garbled lines about invoking the spirit and praying for Christ’s kingdom.
Ward Cannel argues that only official noncandidate affidavits can influence Oregon's May ballot. The piece satirically lists modern memberships people gain by fate rather than signup, praising the signers of the Oregon primary ballot affidavit and mocking broad affiliation trends in politics and society.
Raleigh Register reports the Stoteshwy hotel nearing completion with plans to open in two weeks. It promises modern conveniences including shower baths for men and notes the E. White Coat Company built the facility for players and traveling public. Tateigh Mining Institute hosted a fellowship meeting with Ciara and refreshments. remarks were delivered by Ernest Chilson, Po. Nrenan, F. Gregory and others.
Raleigh and Register Democratic, Raleigh Prince Street area, lists subscription options with daily and Sunday delivery, monthly, annual, and carrier delivery details. Rates include taxes. West Virginia residents and out-of-state carriers referenced.
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