Christmas Holiday Traffic Toll Projected Higher
The National Safety Council estimates 380 to 480 traffic deaths on U S highways during the four day Christmas holiday from Friday 6 p m to Tuesday 11 59 p m Terry Miller notes the extended period because Christmas falls on a Tuesday Last year three day toll was 372 Officials say prices may curb travel lowering deaths Dukakis signs bill to limit shadows on Boston Common and notes a historic park history Boston Common founded 1634 by William Blackstone and early settlers
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Judges prepare first televised look at federal courts
Court officials said a three year experiment to televise federal judges at work may begin next year in appeals courts in New York or San Francisco or a trial court in six states. The Judicial Conference spokesman noted courts have been selected and media requests will determine coverage in specific cases.
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Merry Christmas Musical Planned by Bluefield Choir Tonight
On December 22 at 7 p.m. the Sanctuary Choir of the First Church of God in Bluefield Virginia will present the musical Merry Christmas under the direction of Mary Elizabeth Scott at the church. A public notice lists an upcoming Tazewell County Public Service Authority meeting on December 27 at 5 30 p.m. in the administration building conference room. Free training and employment services are available through the Senior Community Service Employment Program and Job Training Partnership Act Program sponsored by the Southeastern West Virginia Area Agency on Aging at 701 Mercer Street Princeton. For more information contact Box 1432 Princeton WV 24740 or call 425-1147.
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Weather outlook with showers and thunder storms
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch for today with a 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs are forecast between 60 and 65 degrees with southwest winds gusting 10 to 20 mph. Tonight the shower risk rises to 80 percent with overnight lows 40 to 45 degrees. Weather package A-10
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Appalachian Power adds coal fueled gasoline to fleet use
Abingdon Virginia based Appalachian Power contracts Coal Technology Corporation of Bristol to supply coal powered gasoline and No 2 diesel for its vehicles. The program aims to test fuel performance and track mileage across the southwestern Virginia Abingdon Division with about 170000 gallons of coal powered fuels planned for 1991.
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Justice Man May Get Retrial For Horton Conviction
In Lebanon Virginia richlands man Donald Elbert Horton Jr. faces a possible retrial on federal firearm possession charges after his defense cites new evidence from Richlands police. Horton was found guilty on two of three firearms counts linked to a felony conviction. one count stems from the Feb 11 incident involving alleged abduction and shooting by ex girlfriend Marjorie Reedy.
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Cheney Says War Likely In Iraqi Conflict
Defense Secretary Dick Cheney warned that armed conflict with Iraq is increasingly likely as U S troops in Saudi Arabia prepare. Gen Colin Powell said any attack would be swift and decisive, while Brent Scowcroft urged caution about exact dates. A navy accident off Haifa claimed one sailor, and Saddam predicted Iraqi victory amid calls for Kuwait’s pullout. German probes continued into alleged embargo violations, and Salvation Army aid reached Bluefield families with gifts and food.
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Local wrecker service offers free ride home this holiday
Princeton's Danieley Wrecker Service launches a holiday program offering free lift home for those who overindulge within five miles of Princeton. Manager Jess Thomas says the service aims to prevent drunk driving with no charges or questions, and the vehicle goes with the rider.
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Community Christmas Tree Drives Fund Past Goal
Volunteers report donations for the Community Christmas Tree fund surpassing 12 000 with 125 added Friday pushing total to 12 898 and aiming to top 13 000. College students and community members prepare at Bluefield Recreation Center for a holiday event featuring candy bars music and gifts for children with tickets. Santa is to arrive at 12 30 pm and gift bags distributed 1 00 pm to 2 30 pm.
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Athens High SGA Launches Full Heart Christmas Campaign
Athens High School students join the Full Heart Christmas drive led by SGA sponsor Paul Hodges to collect money toys and food for Beckley Child Care Center Salvation Army and Appalachian Teen Challenge. About 305 of 450 students contributed as of Thursday.
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