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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1966
Page
4
A Zen-like aphorism by George Santayana asserts that suppression of emotion marks a savage and an old man who does not laugh is a fool, reflecting on restraint and folly.
Farm Journal editors report farmers nationwide in a bullish mood amid record 1965 income and high yields expected in 1966. Wool textile demand to absorb 15 to 20 percent of capacity for three months to meet military needs. cattle and meat prospects strong in the West and across Nebraska. Rising land prices and labor shortages temper expansion. moisture strong but drought concerns noted in the 13-state Northeast. W A Sutton of Citizens & Southern National Bank cites expansion in cattle, soybeans, hogs, eggs, broilers and horticultural crops.
The report outlines France’s potential withdrawal from NATO commands and officers from NATO headquarters, a move signaling a Franco French initiative. It notes Soviet and Polish maneuvers over Viet Nam, Heath’s campaign gains in Britain, and Brezhnev’s looming party congress with allied officials traveling across Europe and Asia.
John Hodell recalls family trips to state basketball tournaments in Buckhannon and Huntington during the 1930s. He contrasts those trips with his own teen violin misadventures at the Raleigh County area, recalling band life, local schools, and figures like Ed Ackerman James Wauhop Otto McKinney and Mary Moon.
Almighty God grant that all who reach middle age may have awareness of the promise As your days so shall their strength be Deliver them from futility and cynicism Let the span of life be bright with joy not tainted by youth and a peace treasured in old age for Thy name's sake Amen Joseph R Sizoo Washington D C professor of religion and director of University Chapel George Washington University
Washington NEA profile portrays Vice President Hubert Humphrey arguing he helped shape U S Vietnam policy not merely echoing Johnson He defends his record as steady and pragmatic noting liberal critics are divided with many labor leaders backing Johnson and several ADA figures supporting the policy Humphrey says few critics would embrace his stance but he remains engaged with dissident liberals on the issue.
Editorial argues White House denial of pressuring funds over wage increases is dubious and calls for enforcement of wage price guideposts. It accuses Local 825 of the International Union of Operating Engineers of inflating costs with 7.6 to 9 percent raises, suggesting union monopoly power and potential ripple effects along the East Coast. The piece contends the administration must pressure unions to prevent further inflation.
Hollywood gossip outlines Ozzie Nelson favoring less censorship for late night TV and praising risque humor by Johnny Carson. Paul Anka laments limited film roles and ongoing money and fame pressures while Dorothy Provine and Jessica Walter reflect on careers and film reception.
By Fanny Seiler Charleston UPI voters face a proposed constitutional amendment raising legislator pay from 1500 to 2500 and extending sessions. It would let the legislature set daily living expenses by general law and potentially veto. Debate centers on cost, workload, and whether more pay will attract capable lawmakers.
Washington reports indicate U S armament outlay may match or exceed estimated needs. A high army authority disclosed that the War Department plans to demobilize National Guard units after their one year of federal service, barring a gravest emergency.
Beckley and Town District taxpayers who have paid 2 cents on the hundred dollars valuation into a fund for a modern district and graded school building will soon begin to see the district realizing on their money. The McGinnis property adjoins the home of Senator J. W. ppt on South Kanawha.
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