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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1965
Page
4
Mrs Lyndon B Johnson salutes the Girl Scouts saying she takes her hat off to you and there will be more and more like you. The remark emphasizes admiration for the group's character and potential.
The Senate rejected cloture on Clause 14-B of the Taft-Hartley Act, signaling that the long standing use of unlimited debate to stall legislation remains entrenched. The vote showed the chamber’s reluctance to curb filibusters, reflecting broader tension over free speech versus time-wasting tactics.
Psychiatrists sociologists and religious leaders met at George Washington University Medical School to study death by own action. The talk highlighted underestimation of suicides with 20510 deaths last year and eight attempts per completed death. It noted a leveling rate of 10.7 per 100000, down from prior years, and stressed that most crises are brief and preventable with awareness of danger signals.
Lyle Wilson notes political courage is needed by Senators who filibuster to block national compulsory unionism under Taft Hartley 14-B. He cites LBJ and organized labor as powerful opponents, but argues public support may favor anti compulsory unionism if Senators present a strong case. Historical recall of Truman's 1950 clash with labor over Taft Hartley underscores public backing for independent stand.
John Hodell reports Calvin Keitel director of the United States Community Relations Service told editors and publishers in Washington that democracy depends on tension not violence. He urged broader civil rights focus across the country, decrying Afghanistanism and urging media to illuminate the meaning of Negro protests while reestablishing communication with ghetto residents.
A Brethren Church pastor from Oakton Virginia offers a daily prayer praising God's beauty in creation. He thanks God for roses, a wren's song, the night sky, clouds, and the ocean, and asks to walk in reverence so the beauty of the Lord shines in life and work through Christ.
Ronald Reagan and Steve Allen are urged to reconsider bids for major office. The piece argues actors lacking political experience risk becoming front men for others and stresses the value of gradual, professional public service over rapid ascent. It notes John Glenn briefly considered a run, then paused.
The National Education Association details Clarence Bradshaw of Akron Ohio who after nine years of night classes earned a degree and teaching certificate and became an elementary school teacher. He accepts a lower pay as a teacher earning $350 less yearly than his former janitor wage.
Critics say modern education is impractical and of little use for daily life. They point to Michigan Technological University at Houghton offering freshmen a wilderness survival course on campus in the upper Michigan peninsula amid vast forested land.
Washington reports mixed views on 1965 inflation with economists noting a 1.3 percent rise in consumer prices for eight months and a 0.2 percent drop in August. They see potential for 1.5 to 2 percent yearly gain but argue underlying stability and limited risk from current price trends amid tax cuts and wage contracts.
The House Un-American Activities Committee plans public hearings this month to probe the Ku Klux Klan. Historical precedents show mixed results, with past investigations prompting debate over legality and potential legislation. The 1920s Klan scale and power, plus current political reactions, shape a cautious path toward possible legal action amid concerns from civil liberties groups and other lawmakers.
Berry's World notes August secret hearings on the Klan. Rep. Weltner cites internecine Klan warfare over money and power. Rep. Willis promises legislative proposals from UUA investigations amid skepticism. The piece contrasts past Klan destruction with the current fragile, possibly growing movement.
Twenty years ago in Raleigh the Clemens family of Leroy and his wife with their children prepared to move back from Beckley where they had lived about four years. Leroy Clemens had secured a lucrative printing clerk position in the workmen's compensation department. While in Beckley he worked in the theatrical business and as a printer.
Twenty three years ago from the 1940 files Mrs. M C Banks was elected commissioner of the Raleigh County Girl Scout Executive council at a luncheon meeting with council members and troop leaders at the Beckley Hotel. She succeeds Mrs. S C Ballengee and the new officers include Mrs. John E McKenzie deputy commissioner Mrs K D Bowers secretary and Mrs. Isabel Morton registrar and treasurer.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists subscription rates by mail and home delivery. Rates include daily and Sunday plans, one year at 21.50, six months at 12.00, daily only 18.00 yearly, and delivery options with weekly or monthly costs. change of address requires both old and new addresses. 3 percent state sales tax applies in West Virginia. carriers are independent contractors and the publisher not responsible for advance payments.
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