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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1964
Page
4
A thought for today quotes State Senator Edward J. Speno of New York warning that the automobile is murderously unsafe given current use conditions. He notes it is the only part of the highway carnage complex that can be readily modified for safety.
The Mississippi controversy centers on U S Attorney Robert Hauberg and acting Attorney General Katzenbach being held in contempt by U S District Judge Harold Cox after a grand jury sought indictments the Department of Justice refused to sign. The piece argues such contempt power is misused, urges lawful channels, and calls for education to end hate and injustice.
Washington reports show Khrushchev losing grip as older Central Committee leaders fear being ousted. He cut regional bosses power and promoted younger men, triggering two rival Presidium factions led by Brezhnev group and Podgorny Polyansky Voronov allies.
A Raleigh County reflection urges harsher action against Halloween vandalism such as obstructing highways with felled trees and smashing windows. Police vow to curb damage while noting many acts are not tolerable. The piece also criticizes partisan stances and urges responsible voting for West Virginia leadership.
A Wilmette minister offers a prayer for courage and compassion. The piece then critiques Cecil Underwood in the West Virginia governor race, arguing a Democratic legislature will block his program and urging voters to consider party harmony and the difficulty of coordinating with opposing lawmakers.
The article explains the shift to modern math teaching, arguing it treats math as a system rather than isolated operations. It notes the need for math due to business and science demands and suggests parental tips like quiet homework time, encouraging children to teach back, and using flash cards if needed.
The piece argues that new math deepens understanding rather than replacing traditional math and encourages parental support. It notes drill remains but focuses on meaning first, with parents guiding children to apply knowledge in everyday tasks such as budgeting, mileage, and bill checking.
The pope condemns the destruction around Monte Cassino and the abbey, noting brutal bombing and fighting that killed tens of thousands. Historian recollections describe the strategic fortress, bombardment, and the Allied effort to break the Gustav Line in 1944, with casualties from many nations.
A critical editorial views ultra right and left tactics undermining democracy. It links Barry Goldwater’s campaign rhetoric to totalitarian methods, warns of negative campaigning, and notes attacks on moderates and the President. It cites incidents in New York and Washington and urges focus on real issues.
The Raleigh GF Register lists home delivery rates by carrier or distributor. Daily and Sunday service costs 50 cents weekly, 1.10 dollars per half month, and 2.15 dollars per month.
In 1939 Raleigh, officers of the American Legion Auxiliary were installed September 11 in the Memorial Building with Mrs. D F McKenzie as new president naming committee chairs. The bids for Eccles Elementary surpassed the school budget by about $15,000, prompting the board to ask the architect to revise plans. A White House report said the three largest radio chains agreed to avoid undue suspense in war news, reportedly without government prompting.
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