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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1966
Page
2
A brief aphorism on faith and effort stating that deliverance comes from divine help when one helps themselves, credited to Cyrus H. K. Curtis, noted American publisher.
A signed column laments Sunday parking around downtown churches where cars ignore No Parking and traffic lanes. The piece connects behavior to biblical duty and criticizes lax enforcement and sermon omissions. It also discusses Bluefield State College leadership changes and a Supreme Court ruling on confessions, noting executive and judicial debate.
The Rev. Dr. Harold A. Bosley of Christ Church in New York says ministers face discouragement but continue in the ministry. He notes many quit for burnout yet hundreds of thousands stay, drawn by purpose despite low pay and pressure.
Dr Bossey says three reasons keep him in the ministry. The call to preach and the belief that Christianity speaks to all human problems motivate him. He recalls an Nebraska rural church moment showing the church’s powerful mission and banners flying for millions of Christians.
UPI analysis notes a rising regional push for cooperation among Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, and others. ASPAC formation signals intent, with Australia, New Zealand and Japan seeking stronger roles as Asia confronts Viet Nam and regional security concerns.
A supermarket manager discusses shifts toward bingo counters, department removals, and efforts to balance gambling attractions with core merchandise. He notes concerns about honesty in bingo contests, shopper expectations, and the need to manage stamps, packaging, decor, and staff presentation amid change.
Washington correspondence notes a professional, high spirits staff under President Johnson with Walt Rostow and Robert Kintner adding new weight. Moyers remains central though friction with Marvin Watson surfaces while Califano rises as key domestic policy aide and front-line problem solver.
A tiny blue parakeet named Pepper amuses a Greenwich Village couple then adapts to a larger suburb. Pepper steals the show with playful mischief, from nibbling a mirror to riding a dog’s head, delighting Deborah and Donnie and sparking a housewarming. Joan Berg Victor's illustrations accompany the warm reminiscence.
A Raleigh event last week saw a lumber car derailment opposite a stores, tipping the car onto its side. Flagman Cole and another crewman jumped to safety but Cole suffered serious injuries and was taken to Beckley Hospital, where his condition improves. Delegates from Raleigh County, George Blankenship, T. H. Wickham, Wesley Wilkes, and T. J. Honaker, returned from Wheeling after attending the Republican State Convention.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation publishes the Raleigh Register at 341 Prince St Beckley West Virginia 25801 with second class mail privileges and a public telephone for all departments.
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