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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1964
Page
4
A concise quotation attributed to Sir Winston Churchill states that courage is the root of all other human qualities because it guarantees them. The line reflects Churchill's view on virtue and character.
The piece questions southern prosecutors and juries in killings of Negroes, noting automatic acquittals and weak deterrence, then reports Lynda Johnson to attend King Constantine and Princess Annie Marie's wedding in Athens as Europe’s royalty gather, amid Cyprus peacekeeping uncertainty and UN force renewal.
Two nationwide religious magazines fault modern sermons as dull and arid though noting exceptions. They blame lack of study and superficial Bible knowledge, urging pastors to develop a strong pulpit theology to deepen faith and doctrine.
A quirky column blends a fly fighting season with reflections from First Unitarian Church in San Francisco. The writer cites sermons by Harry B Scholefield and quotes from Adlai Stevenson John F Kennedy and Marshall Dimmock while detailing a humorous exchange about government mail and a plan to spoof newspapers. Robert W Burns of Atlanta signs off.
President Johnson and Senate Democratic leader Mike Mansfield urged European press to avoid personal attacks on Barry Goldwater. European reaction has mostly tempered, though some far right outlets praise him while others caution against war. The piece notes the press debate ranges from conservative to fascist views and questions impact on American voters.
Residents living near the northeastern city boundary complain to county and city health officials about Beckley sewer outlets discharging too close to homes into White Stick creek. County health officer Dr D W Snuffer says he cannot provide relief since the sewer serves the city.
UPI analysis notes Cyprus faced growing Communist influence centered on the island party trained in Moscow and led by Makarios open to dealing with Moscow. The party reportedly controls labor unions and has 10,000 members with up to 30,000 in unions, while Makarios vows to end discrimination against Communist members in the armed forces. The Cyprus position near NATO, Greek union aims, and Khrushchev conditions on enosis shape Soviet aims to block NATO expansion and British base leverage.
The article urges parents to plan balanced realistic activity schedules for children at the start of the school year to ease adjustment. It stresses avoiding overscheduling, allowing free time, and including study, relaxation, sports, reading, and family time within daily and weekly plans. It notes daddy commuting, religious instruction, and shared study times can shape the timetable.
Washington insiders from both parties view the Johnson Goldwater race through an organizer’s eye. Democrats caution against overconfidence while pressing precise goals to win more than 20 House seats and hold a 67-33 Senate edge. Republicans push a nationwide precinct canvassing drive aiming for two million volunteers, with quotas in Los Angeles and New Jersey under way.
BECKLEY NEWSPAPERS CORPORATION lists home delivery and mail subscription prices. Rates include daily and Sunday options, weekly and monthly terms, and carrier delivery costs. Multiple cities and advertising representation are noted.
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