24 Dec 1986
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1986
Page
1
Cloudy breezy day with occasional rain and a high near 42. Tonight remains cloudy with lingering rain or drizzle and a low around 39. Christmas Day brings variable cloudiness with a shower or drizzle and similar unsettled conditions.
General Telephone asks the West Virginia PSC for a 6.8 million dollar rate increase, shifting revenue from long distance to local service. If approved, typical local charges would rise from 15.84 to 22.84 dollars for residents and 32.37 to 45.68 dollars for single line businesses, with full approval unlikely. The change would take effect around November 1987 and affects Bluefield Bluewell Bramwell Princeton and other nearby areas.
Edwards Air Force Base Calif. welcomed the Voyager after a 9 days 3 minutes 44 seconds journey covering 25012 miles. Pilots Richard G. Rutan and Jeana Yeager described the feat as a landmark for private citizens and American freedom while noting minor injuries and strong relief. The aircraft built from paper and plastic carried up to five times its weight in fuel and showcased new design ideas for future aviation.
Washington officials describe a Casey memo from early Iran arms sales calling the program a trade of arms for hostages and a potential political opening to Tehran if exposed. Reagan seeks declassification and a Senate report, while Richard Secord invokes Fifth Amendment rights and Adnan Khashoggi denies Canadian financing involvement.
West Virginia business chiefs cite federal deficit as top national issue for 1987 while a growing trade imbalance hurts local jobs. Leaders urge action on trade legislation and cautions on tax increases. call for restoring competitiveness and avoiding downturns in the economy.
Governor Baliles said about 184 million dollars from a federal tax law windfall should be handed to taxpayers. He offered no specifics and will seek General Assembly approval after Congress confirms the tax bill. He also signaled no immediate lottery push during the short session.
Bluefield Community Christmas Tree topped the $10,000 goal with 1,200 children set to receive gifts. Phi Kappa Gamma of Bluefield State College aided with toy packing while donors from churches clubs and individuals contributed until 2:30 p.m. at the Bluefield Community Auditorium.
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