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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1967
Page
2
A devotional line cites Isaiah 3 6 about a man assuming leadership within a family home. It frames the moment as a call to rule over a heap of ruins, highlighting guidance for rightful authority and responsibility.
The piece defends a new one way street pattern while noting confusion among elderly pedestrians and drivers. It discusses raising the speed limit to 30 mph and directing all right turning traffic into the far right lane at North Valley Drive and Prince, with left turns planned for Neville Street. The author mocks those who resist change and praises the sense of superiority it creates.
A rising movement backs uniform Monday holidays for nonreligious observances. Washington’s Birthday would become Presidents Day, Independence Day would fall on the first or third Monday in July, Memorial Day would shift to the last Monday in May, Veterans Day to the last Monday in October, and Thanksgiving to the fourth Monday in November. The U S Chamber of Commerce backs federal bills like S 1217, arguing benefits to productivity while noting holiday dates vary now.
Comedian Bob Newhart and publicists are cited as examples of slick political publicity. The piece notes Senate members planning Israel visits, including Dan Brewster and Vance Hartke, with Bayh and others traveling after the mini war, plus a census improvised question about sharing a shower. Rep. Dan Kuykendal recalls a Memphis meeting after his victory.
Members of the New River Alumni Chapter Beta Theta Pi attended a semi occasional banquet at the Beckley Hotel last week. Six courses were served and Beta songs were sung as fraternity spirit was renewed. Participants included Ernest M. Merrill Dr. Geo W Johnson Ray Richards Herbert Stansbury and Rev C E Rostoffer.
State Senator Paul Kaufman weighs a possible Democratic primary bid for governor. He cites anti poverty program effects and a push for higher level political dialogue as key factors influencing his decision. Kaufman has toured 55 counties, emphasizing Civil Service expansion and stronger environmental and mining laws.
UPI reports the Pentagon doubling the 4531st Tactical Fighter Wing at Homestead AFB near Miami with F4D fighter-bombers. The expansion adds 30 to 36 planes and about 1,340 personnel, raising speculation of a renewed clash with Castro’s Cuba while Washington denies any Cuba link.
Parents can volunteer as class mothers to assist teachers during field trips class parties and lunch supervision. Duties vary by school and teacher. typical tasks include organizing tea meetings assisting with medical checkups library work and coordinating with the nurse or doctor.
A family takes an aluminum canoe to Prince on New River for a rapid run. Despite misgivings about safety and back strain, the trip proves exhilarating for all, ending with smiles and a tale of cautious adventure.
A devotional prayer extends thanks to God for His love and mercy. It asks for constant awareness of God’s presence and for time thoughts and talents to be devoted to service, urging ministers to serve all people in Jesus name. Amen.
Washington column argues Howard's prestige declined as militants push a back to all-Negro stance. It cites disruption of a Hershey talk, Nabrit's planned retirement, and scholars like Dr Kenneth Clark urging non-racial, modern education.
Publication details for Beckley newspapers list home delivery options and subscription rates for West Virginia and nearby regions. It notes carrier independence and the publisher Beckley Newspapers Corporation with contact and advertising references.
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