10 Aug 1986
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1986
Page
1
Mercer County politicians deny the existence of a so called courthouse gang. They dismiss claims as rumors and emphasize lawful operations within the county courthouse. No evidence supports the allegations.
The Senate approved a sweeping defense bill 86 to 3, trimming Reagan's push for Star Wars funding and defense growth. The measure authorizes 295 billion for defense, allows limited Star Wars spending, and contrasts with House totals. it also permits limited chemical weapons production, a 4 percent military pay raise, and nonbinding SALT II compliance.
Accu Weather forecast calls for cloudy skies with some sun and humid air. A few thunderstorms are likely today with a high near 80. Tonight expect showers and thunderstorms some heavy and gusty with a low around 65.
President Reagan exited Bethesda Naval Hospital after a two hour urological examination and said everything’s normal. Greg Norman shot 69 to hold a four stroke lead after three rounds of the PGA National Championship while Bob Tway posted a course record 64. Government and media debate continues as West Virginia press coverage is questioned by Gov Arch Moore.
Senate and House negotiators near agreement on major individual tax changes including IRAs higher personal exemption bigger standard deduction and limits on some deductions. The sales tax deduction splits House wants full, Senate supports 60 percent. Leaders Rostenkowski and Packwood aim to finish before Friday’s recess and have Reagan sign by Labor Day.
In Rocky Gap Virginia Mary Ellen Morehead cannot drink tap water since 1978 due to bacteria from a 1974 landfill above her home. County Supervisor Ramsey pledges a new well by September and aims to speed testing, with bids sought from area diggers at county expense to resolve contamination concerns.
West Virginia's Equitable Distribution Act reshapes divorce by treating marriage as a financial partnership. Attorneys note homemaker contributions and assets acquired during marriage become marital property, with courts balancing shares and pension values. The act allows reallocation of property and potential reductions in alimony or asset division, aided by valuing pensions via experts. Fleas see Divorce A-2.
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