Virginia border spurs Mercer lottery sales
Lottery Director Ralph Peters says Mercer County sales will be higher due to its border with Virginia, a state without a lottery. He notes the Ohio River area near Huntington tops sales, and that ads will target newspapers radio and television in neighboring states while avoiding direct advertising in Virginia. He argues lotteries are not an interstate product and cites studies denying widespread gambling harm, while acknowledging some abuses.
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Reagan taps Poindexter to replace McFarlane as security adviser
President Reagan accepted Robert McFarlane's resignation as national security adviser with regret and named his deputy, John Poindexter, to the post. Both men denied friction with White House staff. Poindexter, a Naval Academy graduate and nuclear physicist, said he will have direct Oval Office access with no staff interference. Reagan praised McFarlane's service as Poindexter described as quiet, hardworking, and measured.
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Community Christmas Tree Fund Tops 1,456 Dollars
Donations for the Community Christmas Tree Fund reach 1,456 dollars to date, with a goal of 12,000. The drive appeals for gifts for 1,200 area children and lists numerous contributors including Loyal Daughter Bible Class and Stone Stringfellow. Donations may be sent to The Bluefield Daily Telegraph or delivered to 412 Bland Street.
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GTE Operators Back Bluefield Parking Protest
GTE operators protest Bluefield parking rules as 95 percent of the 50 female workers plan to halt downtown shopping with bumper stickers. The ordinance bans metered parking over two hours in the central business district and allows a $10 citation with possible vehicle impoundment after two citations in six months. Norma Dietz of the Communications Workers of America notes the plan to continue the boycott pending enforcement.
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City to honor operators despite protest at meeting
Bluefield city officials considered a proclamation honoring telephone operators even as operators planned a downtown parking protest. Board member Ben Paine noted the incongruity of the actions after the group spoke to the board the previous night, with the proclamation signed Tuesday.
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Kennedy II announces bid for JFK seat in Congress
Joseph P. Kennedy II declared his candidacy for the 8th District seat long held by John Kennedy. The 33 year old son of Robert F. Kennedy vowed to fight for ordinary people and urged support from relatives while criticizing Reagan era military spending and federal deficits. He aims for the Democratic primary next September.
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Weather Outlook With Showers And Mountain Fog
Forecasters predict a 40 percent chance of rain with highs around 40. Light showers persist as daylight shortens into winter. Southwest winds near 10 mph. Tonight fog clings to the mountains with breezy winds and a 50 percent chance of light rain occasionally mixing with snow as temps drop into the low 30s.
Soviet TV reveal of new jet fighter signals openness
Jane's editor notes Moscow aired its latest jet on television signaling less secrecy. Planet Photon draws 3000 players weekly since Kenilworth New Jersey opening. Mercer County Board of Education may hold an executive session on Bible in schools. public deserves to know the board's stance.
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