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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1964
Page
10
Mervin Mathews, 31, arrived in London from Moscow to wed his Russian sweetheart despite Reds opposition. He stated plans to proceed with the marriage, aiming to unite despite political tensions and wartime anxieties between the two nations.
London papers warn readers to keep clothes on as nude look dresses hit shops in the capital. Police study laws on nudity while two women lead by example, one paying $14.70 for a dress and the other betting a restaurant visit would land her a job.
Gov. W. W. Barron travels to Washington Friday to testify before a Senate Public Works subcommittee on President Johnsons 228 million Appalachian development bill. He will be accompanied by Curtis Trent and Paul Crabtree. Barron recently testified before a similar House committee considering the same legislation. The Senate subcommittee is chaired by Sen. Jennings Randolph.
A concise quip framing alimony as funds one party pays for the fault of two. The remark casts alimony as a consequence of a broken partnership and the burden on the payer.
The note states that Switzerland remains neutral and is not a member of the United Nations. It clarifies the country's position on international cooperation while avoiding full UN membership.
Toni Lee Shelley a 19 year old North Side dancer faced indecent exposure charges after parading topless on the North Avenue beach. She defended the stunt saying there is nothing indecent about the human body and that if the swimsuit is saleable she has a right to wear it. Shelley planned the appearance with news media and was arrested promptly.
On this day in history notable moments include the 1836 U S Treasury surplus shared among 26 states, the 1931 round the world flight by Wiley Post and Harold Gatty, the 1938 creation of the Civil Aeronautics Authority, and the 1947 Taft Hartley labor act veto override. The entry notes celestial signs and other chronicle items from United Press International.
Irvin Cobb urged laying his ashes at the roots of a dogwood tree in Paducah at the proper planting season. He suggested that if the tree lives, it would stand as his monument.
A fragmentary column blends business tone with astrology and trivia. It recalls the 1851 London Exposition and the Eiffel Tower opening at Paris, noting innovations like artificial legs and a novelty called The Automobile, while urging clear thinking and minimal interference to maintain harmony. It lists zodiac signs with brief, whimsical guidance and cautions about detail neglect and procrastination.
Public sale at Raines Motors Inc of a 1960 Buick LeSabre four door serial 461027557 scheduled for June 30, 1964 between 10:00 and 12:00 to satisfy unpaid debt of George Crank Pine Grove W Va under a conditional sales contract. Terms cash. Ford Motor Credit Company 1036 Quarrier Street Charleston West Virginia. By E R Ball.
The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bonds of matrimony. It appearing by affidavit that Donald Elwood Craig attorney Clay S. Crouse Heatherlin Building Beckley West Virginia must answer the complaint by July 18 1954 or judgment may be entered against the defendant. A copy of the complaint can be obtained from the undersigned Clerk.
Local listings include services like EXPERT CARPET and UPHOLSTERY CLEANING and WELL DRILLING by Willey Brothers in Hinton West Virginia. Classifieds offer buy and sell ads for used trailers pianos boats tractors furniture and appliances with contact numbers and box addresses. job notices for waitress and caretaker positions. and rental or trade offers for equipment and TV rental.
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