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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1968
Page
2
The writer notes a mild stretch with sixties temperatures and budding crocuses and jonquils. They celebrate sun on the back and expectant mood while warning that snow could still derail advancing vegetables and fruits before May frost. They conclude by addressing Mr Weatherman to wait a bit longer.
A fragmented critique of a Democrat turned Republican Peter, Huntington and Washington, arguing West Virginia needs a governor who enjoys luxury, moves his family into the manse, renames the state New Virginia, hosts two weeklong inaugurations, and treats politics as entertainment. The piece mocks campaign finance and personal income as bogus issues, suggesting such a figure may teach the state to laugh at its problems rather than solve them.
The 33rd annual North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference begins in Houston. Speakers warn that highways, airports, suburbs encroach on open land, pollute waterways, and pesticides kill birds and mammals. Garry Commonnett cites environmental stress nearing collapse, urging preservation to safeguard humanity.
Bruce Bross tracks Nixon as he battles in the New Hampshire race amid withdrawals by Romney and Rockefeller allies. The piece notes Nixon’s struggle to consolidate anti-Rockefeller support while backers attempt a revived push led by John A. Teckett and former governor Tight Gregg, facing stiff resistance from Rockefeller and supporters.
A fragment from Beckley WV coverage outlines Nixon Romney Johnson campaign dynamics in New Hampshire. The piece notes Nixon’s pacific rhetoric, Romney’s push, and Romney’s confrontation with Johnson as voters weigh a possible primary outcome influencing the GOP battle.
The piece explains the New Hampshire presidential primary as a crucial early contest that can shape momentum for candidates. It notes its small electoral vote impact yet outsized media attention and outlines how independents can vote in primaries, the role of student organizers for McCarthy, and the variety of candidates and write ins on the ballot.
In Panama a sharp power struggle unfolds as opposition in the National Assembly seeks to impeach President Marco Hobbes amid charges of election rigging by Arnulfo Arias and allies. Col. Holiday Vallarino leads Panama’s National Guard to potential enforcement if impeachment proceeds, with Hobbes vowing to resist removal. Nearby, B E Meadows notes sheriff efforts curb stray dogs and notes improved local conditions in Winding Gulf.
Plott Phipps and Roy D. Millvan of Beckley are among eight local men serving as Red Cross Field Directors in army camps, naval stations, and air fields. They link service members with families back home, forming vital chapters at military posts. Others serving include Fred Hart, Wills Guimee, John Paul Tosh, Merel Progles Harvey Awley and J Ta.
Charleston reports on Capitol attendants uniforms and weather guarded booths at four entrances amid BPW debate. Meanwhile politics stir, with George Wallace campaign moves and discussions on segregation. Public works reorganization and a new state information chief also surface as duties shift.
A reader vents about vanished local merchants and aging customer service in Beckley. Frustration over finding lamp shades and sense of merchandising shifting prompts reflection on modern shops, starved for ready inventory and flexible ordering. Also notes a state map mix up omitting a town name. May consider starting a service to source hard to find items.
A prayer asks Heavenly Father for help amid troubles misunderstandings fears and darkness. It asserts God’s unwavering love and promised faithfulness and seeks trust when the path is unseen. The plea ends invoking Jesus’ name with signature Ames W Dale Oldham Anderson Ind executive director of Christian Brotherhood Hour.
Ray Cromley reports ordinary Londoners express sympathy with the U S position on Vietnam though not through scientific polling. Some draft dodger fund efforts and antiwar demonstrations appear limited, with small marches outside the U S embassy and quiet public attention elsewhere in London.
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