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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1964
Page
4
A concise reflection on peace and war arguing that lasting peace demands idealism self sacrifice and a dynamic faith rather than reserving the finest human qualities for conflict
The article notes a New York liquor law change allowing theatres to serve drinks from an hour before curtain to an hour after, with Arthur Cantor starting free drinks at Henry Miller Theatre on Friday. It discusses licenses, financial risks for venues, and the broader Broadway impact. It also weaves in reflections on press freedom and comparisons to historical editorials.
The piece analyzes Saigon politics and U.S. stance during a volatile Southeast Asia crisis. It argues current leaders lack public support, advocates Tran Van Tung's plan for a national union government, and warns that military solutions risk stalemate or Communist dominance. It urges democratic reform over mere election promises.
The author urges autumn as prime fishing season on Greenbrier and New River. Water slicks, fewer boats, and lingering summer crowds fade while bass charge at soft crawfish bait. Leon Shimer and the writer fished New River, found crawfish, and enjoyed some action despite high water.
West Virginia fishing notes praise Greenbrier, New River, and Bluestone reservoirs for clean water and better catches after pollution concerns. Hunters discuss Guyan river cleanup progress, catfish and bass reported upstream and downstream. Oakley Davis Family Fund totals $862.90 for a needy family near Blackberry.
UAW deadlines loom for September 9 while negotiators in Chicago and Detroit show cautious progress. Ford's June remarks and Reuther's stance frame a year of high auto profits and minimal appetite for a long stoppage. Strike funds remain strong, but unions seek justice without risking their resources or public backlash.
Final donations arrive from Carl Palmer Paul Wauhop and others totaling 772 dollars and 90 cents. Oakley Davis will receive the money after his Washington trip to aid his wife’s cancer surgery. Davis children will gain clothing next Sunday from Ernie Haddad and Raleigh County officials note donations but no formal acknowledgments were kept.
In a fond reflection drawn from a Saturday Review piece on old Personal ads, the author recalls haymaking on the Williams farm. Handled hay, wind rows, and loading by team shaped a hot, sunlit, laborious season with blisters and lawns of perspiration, yet it yielded about fifty tons stored in good condition amid family tensions and later literary rejection.
Washington wires describe Mississippi political turmoil after Atlantic City. Desegregation begins in Biloxi with peaceful steps, while Jackson eyes expansion. Gov. Johnson pushes tuition grants, but public schools remain focal. Delegates face loyalty oaths, isolation grows. Goldwater appeal lingers among wary Democrats, as Mississippi Republicans resist cross-ticket plans and consider independent electors.
Beckley Newspapers Corporation lists publication info at 341 Prince St Beckley W Va with second class mail privileges. Includes telephone numbers managing editor and national agency affiliations with Ward Griffith Company for advertising and service terms for daily and Sunday subscriptions.
Mrs D H Johnston of Portland entertained at a five course dinner for Miss Millner of Reedsville and Miss Wickham of Philadelphia at the Hotel Raleigh. The 27covers table featured La France roses and sweet peas. Guests later went to Senator McCreerys residence to play bridge and Forty-two.
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