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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1968
Page
2
A perplexing note references Jialing people and a dramatic blaze described as an attempt to rid a home of a rat. The quoted remark attributes the act to phrases linked with American clergyman Harry Emerson Fosdick.
A local newspaper reports opposing viewpoints on a West Virginia printing contract tied to Governor Smith’s brother. Delegates Call Sayre seeks a legislative probe into alleged use of state paper by Biggs Johnston Withrow for Democratic Party work. A firm executive denies wrongdoing and offers a scathing rebuttal via posted notice noting misstatements about quantities and costs.
A Greenville News editorial recalls vandalism coverage and argues that reporting trouble prompt action. It cites Charlottesville showing censorship worsened crime until officials disclosed facts and acted. The piece defends factual reporting to keep the public informed and prevent sensationalism.
The piece questions if Nixon is a sure thing as polls forecast a Trump like victory. It notes Humphrey’s backers challenge polls while public opinion data influence voter expectations and campaign strategy. It highlights internal polling doubts and cross currents from Wallace supporters and far left groups.
The article surveys Jackie Kennedy's possible remarriage and future life after President Kennedy's 1963 death. Friends from Cape Cod to Manhattan weigh how the public role and media scrutiny shape her choices, with Onassis rumors fueling debate about a protected yet independent future.
Dr Frank French, WV health official, testifies before State Board of Health about Wirt County's health system. He notes no general hospital beds, one physician, one dentist, two registered nurses, and a health center at risk of closure due to funding limits. He calls Wirt an ideal small town with an urgent health care gap.
A candid dialogue with George Wallace discusses campaign strategy, race, and public image. Wallace defends his appeals to “the little people,” argues for states rights, and reflects on his 1960s political stance and potential path to the presidency.
A prayer asks readers to seek a quiet space with God to welcome the Holy Spirit. It seeks renewal of heart to face the day's experiences with faith in Jesus. The note is attributed to Roy H. Stetler Jr of Cheverly Maryland, a Cheverly United Methodist Church minister.
Washington Notebook surveys political rhetoric as Edward Derwinski defends using Polack and pole-axe metaphors from Shakespeare in a clash with Spiro Agnew. It notes odd phrasing by candidate Hubert Irving and a Philadelphia confetti mishap during Edwin Muskie’s parade, with debris narrowly missing bystanders.
In the September 11 issue the name Private Thomas WW Carson appears as killed in action. He was the son of Mrs. Thomas Carson Bragg of Dilton West Virginia and a nephew of Mrs. C. W. Broughman. Residents Buss Griffith and Farla Bailey suffer minor illnesses at home on South Kanawha Street as thal fever remains prevalent with several cases reported in the area.
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