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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1966
Page
4
Harry L. Graham, legislative representative of the National Grange, told a house subcommittee that in an expanding economy food prices must rise, arguing bread costs reflect broader economic growth and farm costs.
A reflective piece questions the morality and logic of wartime actions in the Far East. It warns that wars grow and inflict rising casualties, while critiquing military control, news manipulation, hawkish pressures, and the danger of preventive war. It contends that clear answers rarely appear.
Autumn begins at 6:43 a.m. on Sept 23 as the sun crosses the equator marking the season with Pegasus in the eastern sky. The Farmer's Almanac foresees a tougher winter after a hot drought year. London predicts disaster in 1966-67 with ministers dying, crises, and an election, while taxes may rise and space disaster and East German unrest are possible.
A New York discussion parodies confusion over current office holders and famous figures. A friend lists names across government, sports, academia and entertainment to expose shifting roles. The exchange ends noting they live in the present yet stay prepared for the future.
United Press International notes a cynicism in American politics as voters grow accustomed to ethical lapses. It discusses LBJ’s 1966 participation sales act and how high interest gimmicks were used to mislead about the 1967 deficit, urging accountability from politicians.
In Stuttgart, UP report, the OTU seeks to recruit Bundeswehr members amid wage and condition pressures. Bundeswehr leadership fears strikes, while union officials say aims focus on aligning military conditions with civil officials. Union claims about 300,000 potential members across districts and services.
A letter from Winfield Burggraaff offers guidance on writing and creativity. It argues writing expresses self through experience, embraces risk, and avoids rigid rules. It urges reading good writing, shaping a unique voice, and learning from others while staying true to oneself.
Washington dispatch notes little likelihood President Johnson will push broad income tax increases before 1967 and ties any rise to Viet Nam war needs. Economists warn tax boosts may dampen inflation but risk recession, while uncertainty and rising war costs complicate timing for any policy shift.
A UPI by Henry Shapiro argues China’s cultural program pushes it toward ideological isolation, swelling influence of Chinese Communists within the Soviet bloc. Editorial tone notes Mao’s actions irk veteran Western Marxists and provoke breakaways from Maoism among many Communist parties, with Moscow retreating from world revolutionary leadership.
In a Raleigh campaign the St Stephens Episcopal church Ladies Guild raised $2050 toward their $2000 goal with expectations of more gifts. The effort was led by the guild and originated by Mrs J C Evans who recently moved to the city from Fairmont.
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