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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1986
Page
2
The Accu Weather forecast calls for variably cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Daytime high near 46 degrees with a mostly cloudy night, damp conditions, and a light drizzle as the low drops to about 36 degrees.
Federal officials press a regional panel to approve pay hikes tied to the A-3 weight category. Cheating concerns span beyond WVII, with officials noting broader integrity issues in weight classification and enforcement across the region B-1.
The stock market ended mixed after a late round of blue chip buying. The Dow Jones industrial average fell around 15 points at midday but finished up 10.55 to close at 1,922.81. C3 Stocks A-6r
An editorial argues against a four fifths requirement for zoning amendments by the Bluefield City Board. It proposes replacing it with a simple majority to streamline decisions. The piece outlines potential impacts on planning and governance.
Washington officials say no further coverage of nursing home costs will be included in a proposed catastrophic illness policy. The memo from the Domestic Policy Council cites complexity and the risk of creating a new federal entitlement, noting Medicaid already funds substantial long term care through states. Bowen had urged Medicare expansion for lengthy hospital stays and tax incentives to spur private savings.
Washington moves to compel Donald Regan to testify about Iran arms sales as Senate panel plans sworn testimony. President Reagan’s aides face questions over money tied to Iran arms deals used in domestic campaigns. Casey, CIA director, hospitalized after seizures, delaying scheduled testimony on Iran weapons sales.
The White House proposed public testimony by Chief of Staff Donald Regan to avoid a clash with Congress, while Sen. Leahy said the Senate Intelligence Committee would call Regan under oath. CIA Director William J. Casey was hospitalized but alert after an ambulance transfer. Rep. Barnes urged an investigation into claims that funds from Iran arms sales funded conservative groups aiding Reagan's policy, which the White House denies. U.S. intelligence provided Iraq with insights on Iran, and the Swiss government blocked two bank accounts tied to Iran-Contra investigations.
Crews have erected a sign bearing the official insignia of El-Tech Research Corporation at the Stafford Drive site in Princeton. Officials plan an electronics plant at the former Rockwell International plant building in January with 35 to 50 employees initially, expanding to about 450 to 500 within three years.
Open Door Fellowship Church in Princeton will receive two truckloads of clothes, food, and toys from Bethel Mission Fellowship in Lebanon, New Jersey. The items arrive Thursday and will be distributed Friday and Saturday, as Rev. Joseph A. Miller calls it God’s work. The group learned of local need through Gospel Crusade Inc. of Bradenton, Florida, with Miller and his son John involved in coordinating efforts.
In Greeneville, seven fundamentalist Christian families received 50,521.59 dollars to cover private school tuition, lunches, travel, and lost wages after a district court found the Hawkins County Schools violated civil rights by keeping their children in reading classes with religiously offensive material from the 1983 Holt readers. The judge rejected the board's effort to limit refunds and noted the money covered reasonable expenses, while the case proceeds on constitutional grounds.
Bluefield council member Don Keesling will resign December 30 to join the state Health Care Cost Review Authority, a seat created by 1983 legislation. Appointed November 6 by Gov. Arch Moore, Keesling said he must resign due to state statute barring dual public positions and begins duties January 1. He noted he has reviewed material and attended advisory sessions and anticipates stepping into the new role.
Bluefield residents have raised over $1,000 toward a $10,000 goal for the Christmas Tree drive. Organizers say contributions Monday pushed the total past the halfway mark as they count down to the Christmas Eve party for less fortunate children. Donations may be mailed to Bluefield Daily Telegraph or delivered in person to the Business Office.
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