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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1986

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Weather Forecast For Saturday In A-10

The forecast calls for partial sunshine, wind, and cold with a chance of a flurry. Expect a high near 28 degrees with mostly cloudy skies tonight and a very cold low around 8 degrees.

Dow Jones Falls 11.38 Points on Friday

The Dow Jones industrial average declined 11.38 to 1,912.26 as the week ended with a 12.80 point loss. NYSE volume totaled 126.61 million shares, down from 135.99 million on Thursday.

New York Stock Exchange

Study Links Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention to Controversy

A two year examination on teen age pregnancies sparks debate as its core recommendation focuses on prevention of adolescent pregnancy as the key strategy. The report’s findings carry significant implications for policy and public health approaches.

Committees vocalize frustration over Iran arms sale probes

Washington lawmakers voiced anger over ongoing Iran arms sales inquiries as two National Security Council staff refused to testify. The probe centers on how the policy was developed and funded, with key figures Poindexter and North invoking the Fifth Amendment.

Washington U.S Iran National Security Council Senate Intelligence Committee Congress National Security Reagan Administration Vice John M. Poindexter Oliver L. North Dave Durenberger R-Minn Intelligence Committee

Reagan sets domestic policy push for coming weeks

President Reagan said the administration will press ahead with governing and develop domestic policy moves in areas including catastrophic illness international competitiveness agriculture budget development and energy. Proposals will be outlined in the State of the Union next year with major welfare changes giving state and local officials more discretion in aid distribution.

Washington Reagan White House Wall Street

Fire damages Matoaka Elementary School in blaze

A late Friday fire at Matoaka Elementary School caused roof damage to the upper level and extensive smoke intrusion. Firefighters extinguished the blaze by 11:40 p.m. with units from East River and Montcalm on scene, Princeton Rescue Squad assisting ambulance calls, no injuries reported. the school serves about 280 students in grades K through 6.

Matoaka Mercer County Health Center OH-9 East River Volunteer Montcalm Princeton Rescue Squad

Moore's secret plan trims Medicaid backlog with hospital gifts

State hospitals joined Gov. Arch Moore in a secret plan contributing about 10 million dollars. Officials say the move could wipe out the Medicaid backlog and even leave a surplus when the Legislature convenes. Bluefield Community Hospital gave 300,000 and St Luke's over 31,000 as part of the arrangement.

Charleston Arch Moore Moore Bluefield Community Hospital Eugene Pawlowski

Developer doubts plans for Bluefield shopping center

A Texas developer may halt plans to build a shopping center on U S Route 460 in Bluefield if the city board denies another developer a similar request. The developer has not identified himself or released details, but former Bluefield Mayor Edwin Elliott learned of the plan when asked to help locate a potential site. Mayor Paul Cole said he learned of the plan after reading a local notice.

Texas Bluefield Edwin Elliott Paul Cole

Welfare payment freeze ends despite WV audit dispute

Charleston AP report says welfare checks thawed Friday despite Auditor Glen Gainer's claim of only $9 million on hand to cover $65 million in bills. Gov. Arch Moore threatened removal, citing funds on hand and potential malfeasance.

Charleston Glen Gainer Arch Moore Gainer John Price Don Adams Moore Adams Price George Orwell DHS Reginia Lipscomb Lipscomb Treasury

State income taxes to rise in 33 states under federal changes

A national study by the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations projects state personal income taxes to increase in 33 states including West Virginia, unless laws are adjusted. West Virginia faces an 11 percent rise unless the Legislature lowers state rates. Rhode Island and Vermont would see the largest declines. The report, based on 1986 projections, notes 10 states could experience net decreases.

Washington West Virginia National Study Commission Louisiana Colorado Advisory Commission On Intergovernmental Relations Congress Rhode Island Vermont North Dakota Commission House of Delegates Chuck Chambers Cabell County Senate Dan Tonkovich Marshall County New York Connecticut

States see varied income tax changes by state

Estimated changes show increases in multiple states led by Louisiana at 28 percent followed by Colorado 22 percent and others with 19 to 1 percent increases. Several states lack data for estimates. Decreases noted in Rhode Island 11 percent Vermont 11 percent and North Dakota 10 percent along with Nebraska 9 percent and a group with less than 1 percent or no effect in Alaska Florida Nevada South Dakota Texas Washington Wyoming.

Louisiana Colorado Montana Oregon Utah Iowa Kansas Missouri Oklahoma Hawaii Minnesota Kentucky Maine Connecticut West Virginia Delaware District of Columbia Georgia California New York Virginia Maryland Ohio Michigan Indiana Wisconsin Mississippi Alabama Massachusetts Arizona Idaho New Mexico South Carolina Rhode Island Vermont North Dakota Nebraska New Jersey New Hampshire North Carolina Pennsylvania Tennessee Arkansas Alaska Florida Nevada South Dakota Texas Washington Wyoming

Bluefield Christmas Tree Nears Goal With Donations Rise

Less than two weeks remain for Bluefield area residents to fund gifts for about 1200 children as the community tree total climbs above 4000 dollars after a 220 dollar gain. About 6000 dollars more are needed to ensure full support. Donations can be mailed to Bluefield Daily Telegraph P O Box 1599 Attention Business Office Bluefield West Virginia 24701 or delivered in person to 928 Bluefield Ave.

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