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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1966
Page
4
A brief biblical quotation from John 1 50 emphasizing belief and future signs. Jesus tells Nathanael that he will witness greater things than what he has seen, underscoring faith and revelation.
Honey in the Rock opened its sixth season at Grandview State Park with strong local support for the Civil War drama. The show’s manager Norman Fagan urged continued attendance to boost tourism, while critics note slow concession service during intermission. Suggestions include an assembly line or automat to speed up hot dogs and drinks, with coin-operated dispensers proposed. Enduring global tension is discussed, including European fears of nuclear proliferation and Cold War-era disarmament talks led by Lord Chalfont. Riverside honors a Chinese resident with Wong Way street name.
Hollywood columnist notes Fred MacMurray restricts his own film choices to protect young viewers. He cites The Happiest Millionaire as acceptable and recalls a fan criticizing The Apartment. Other industry tidbits include Joan Caulfield reviving My Favorite Husband, David Karr considering a repertory company, and Jim Hutton's move with Paula Prentiss.
UPI analysis notes Chou En-Lai’s Romanian trip failed to elicit a denunciation of the Soviet Union on Romanian soil and exposed Romania’s neutral stance. Romania’s nuclear tests and growing Western trade ties, including with the United States, drew Chinese concern. Sino Soviet tensions and protests in Asia are linked to broader strategic pressures.
SEATO members meet in Canberra on June 27 amid criticism the alliance is misnamed and largely driven by self interest rather than collective Southeast Asian defense. Only Thailand and the Philippines are true Southeast Asian members. France Britain and the US show limited action in Laos and Vietnam.
At Mrs. W. W. Hume home a Raleigh club meeting approved expanding the club from 25 to 50 members and splitting work into Literary Music and Civic departments. Future gatherings move to Beckley Hotel parlors with hotel staff serving light refreshments.
A Seoul conference saw Japan join eight others to form the Asian and Pacific Council, ASPAC, focusing on political economic and social cooperation. The group remains non anti Communist, with neutrals welcomed and discussion of possible future defense collaboration.
Berry notes ASPAC expands beyond Australia and New Zealand with Korea Thailand Philippines and Nationalist China among founders. Laos attends as observer while Indonesia ponders entry into ASPAC and revived Association of Southeast Asia. Australia New Zealand Malaya linked by ANZAM and ANZUS with the United States.
Bug Dust Benjie Murphree, a Mullens-born hair stylist, was identified as the real Robert Fenton on a TV panel show last night. The piece notes Murphree’s family background in Greenbrier County and his career path from Koppers Stores to The Raleigh Register and state travel magazine editing.
A concluding prayer asks for renewal of heart mind and body through Christ Jesus. It seeks rest from daily burdens and patience while returning to daily routines. It emphasizes reliance on divine promises and spiritual strength derived from nearness to God as offered by Harry C. White minister of Rogers Memorial ARP Church in Rock Hill South Carolina.
A Washington NEA column argues the FBI is legally authorized to use wiretaps and bugs with written AG approval since 1940, countering claims of secret surveillance. It urges Congress and the administration to clarify and end hypocrisy, noting DOJ guidance on legal use and disclosures.
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