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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1964
Page
4
A brief quotation attributed to Senator Barry Goldwater states I do not intend to be a wartime president. The line reflects a public figure’s stance on leadership during crisis indicating a political mindset and caution about war.
The West Virginia State Police are criticized for poor cooperation with newspapers delaying news delivery. The author cites missed updates on a Beckley fatal crash and a World War II murder as examples, urging Col. W. E. Burchett to improve field headquarters communication via 2 way radio.
A caller claimed Beckley city workers cancel unused meter time when cars leave. The editorial doubts the accusation but urges better lot management. It suggests enforcing rules at the Prince Street exit and improving parking conveniences rather than chasing nickels.
Washington analysis notes Mao Tse-tung may use a nuclear test or other bold action in Vietnam to gain credibility rather than seek decisive victory. Officials see him cautious, boxed by Khrushchev, and seeking psychological leverage in Southeast Asia while managing border tensions and domestic pressures.
A long personal reflection marks a birthday in Boone County recalling early 1900s WV life, World War I, and local memories. The narrator notes hardships and joys, compares past and present, and expresses gratitude for freedom, family, and faith before ending with a birthday cake.
Hollywood chatter questions network choices as CBS first episode of a new series airs weakly on the Rawhide set with Dean Martin guest star. Stars like Tina Louise and John Dehner complain the premiere’s quality and warn not to judge a show by its first outing while other gossip notes cover Remick and Kaye linked to stage and film projects.
A devotional prayer asks for strength to overcome fatigue and find rest and renewal. The speaker requests daily vigor, focus, and joy in work, seeking restoration in leisure and steadiness of body, mind, and soul for another day.
Washington notes Johnson jokes about Miss America at Atlantic City rally as steelworkers. Bud Wilkinson, ex coach, comments on players and politics. Navy buys a book exposing western heroes. GOP Newsletter mocks Democrats Anonymous and GOP abbr. Goldwater Our Problem.
Time ago Chinese river boats could reach Khabarovsk but armed Soviet guards deter access. No links between Manchuria and Siberia exist as border tensions rise over 500000 square miles claimed. Mao accuses Soviet expansionism while Pravda labels Chinese claims as expansionist. Moscow signals imminent formal break between the two powers.
A transcription of the Beckley News Papers imprint lists the publisher address 341 Prince Street Beckley West Virginia and Hinton West Virginia with telephone contact for all departments and editor John Hodel. It notes UPI membership and references the Ward-Griffith Company with multiple city associations including New York Chicago Detroit Atlanta Charlotte Philadelphia San Francisco Los Angeles and Pittsburgh.
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