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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1965
Page
4
A letter criticizes Rev. L E Crowson for calling a sin tax necessary and argues the issue is defined by statute not morality. The writer contends alcohol is blameless and that laws, not the chemical, drive abuse, blaming restrictive policies like West Virginia’s for promoting illicit drinking clubs and evasion.
Rich coverage notes rising opposition to capital punishment in the United States. Indiana moves toward abolition with Governor Brannigan poised to sign, while Iowa has already ended the death penalty. New York’s Governor Rockefeller sits undecided amid calls for a moratorium.
In a jail cell Mrs. Smith speaks with Mr. Singer about running for mayor. She accuses law enforcement of favoritism and discrimination, urges equal justice, vows to stay jailed for principle, and predicts political or legal moves to secure her release. The dialogue hints at broader city governance issues and press coverage.
The Financial Statement of the City of Beckley details $524000 in spending for July 1 1963 to June 30 1964 with 152 employees. Top salaries went to H D Gibbs 6600 as police chief Walter L Humphrey 6420 as second highest and Cecil Connor 6116.40 as fire chief. The mayor had 3000 and council members 720 each. Parking meters yielded 35500 and building permits 4196. Acme Construction Company received 13259 while Rish Equipment Company got 24 cents. Details begin on page 10.
A sweeping look at Soviet women’s roles and public life on International Women’s Day. The piece notes high female participation in medicine economics and industry, mentions wedding trends, and contrasts glamor with tradition. It also recounts the killing of Master Sgt. Dennis C. Kidd and the villagers’ alleged revenge in Vietnam.
UPI analyst notes the Yemen conflict frustrates both Nasser and Faisal, with a failed cease fire and a costly toll. Neither side can win, external support from the United States and Soviet Union underpins both factions, and modern Yemen remains divided by tribal and sectarian loyalties.
Education specialist David Nydice discusses teaching machines as tools to support rather than replace teachers. Machines present material, ask questions, and adjust to correct or incorrect answers, potentially easing overcrowded classes and shortages while enabling personalized programs for students.
Berry's World notes routine duties allow review while teachers work with individuals or groups. Advanced students can study material matching their needs. Many possibilities remain undiscovered. The piece highlights problems of waning interest and reduced motivation over time.
Hollywood profile of Don Rickles exploring his on stage brash persona and off stage shyness. He recalls a subway memory with his mother that shaped his confidence, his training at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, and his shift toward gentler stage humor while planning TV appearances and a long Las Vegas run. Also features Gail Hire, a rising model turned actress, noting her New York origins, outdoor hobbies, and thrill at entering film work near Paramount.
Gloria Hilda Goldstein and Billy Hall will be Martha and George Washington at the annual colonial ball for the sophomore class. John Gorsia, with two years on the mound, seeks a life changing tryout in Detroit Tigers spring training at Lakeland Florida opening February 25. A sanitary board meeting with 25 water users discussed finances for a $306,000 sewer system. Monthly interest stands at $1,013 and operating expenses require $3,000. Mayor A K Minter notes 2,419 sewer users.
Publication details from Beckley newspapers list address 341 Prince Street Beckley West Virginia and Hinton West Virginia with second class mail privileges and contact numbers. Mentions John Hodel as managing editor and United Press International membership plus Ward Griffith Company advertising network across multiple cities including New York Chicago and Los Angeles.
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