Colorado Flood Toll Expands Across Front Range
Severe floods along the South Platte and Arkansas rivers kill three in Colorado and a fourth in a plane crash east of Denver. Dozens evacuated in Denver metro, with fifteen bridges damaged or destroyed. Rail service disrupted as helicopters shuttle motorists to safety and officials estimate multi‑million dollar damages.
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Food Stamps to Extend in Four WV Counties
Sen. Byrd said the Agriculture Department will continue the food stamp program in Logan McDowell Mingo and Wayne counties after June 30 with civil service action planned for program staff. A permanent extension could be delayed as state and federal officials clash over repaying fraud losses.
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Wayne
Migs Believed To Be First Hit By Missiles
Washington officials believe the downing of two MiG planes by US Navy Phantom jets Thursday marks the first confirmed air to air missile kill by American aircraft. The clash occurred about 50 miles south of Hanoi in North Vietnam.
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Barry Goldwater Launches Free Society to Educate on Conservatism
Barry Goldwater unveiled the Free Society Association as an academic group to study and promote conservatism through research and publications. He will serve as honorary chairman and stressed it is not a political party, inviting Democrats and independents to join while keeping a GOP home for conservatives.
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Davis Released Pending Appeal Of His Conviction
Davis C Anderson Davis of Bluefield West Virginia president of the NAACP was released from Mercer County jail in Princeton amid an appeal. He had been confined since May 27 after failing to produce a 900 performance bond and missing 75 monthly payments. A writ of habeas corpus secured his release on 400 bond pending appeal.
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U N Birthday Marks Growth and Decline Warnings
On its 20th birthday the United Nations faces growing membership and a tarnished image. Secretary General U Thant warns the body could become a mere debating society if trends continue amid unpaid peacekeeping debts and internal gridlock. Indonesia has withdrawn once, while 63 nations have joined since 1945. The roll may reach 115 with Gambia's admission.
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Cabinet Meeting Set on Viet Nam Peace Efforts
President Johnson announced a Cabinet meeting on Friday to review international factors and U S policy regarding Vietnam. He disclosed a private report from an unnamed source indicating Hanoi remains uninterested in negotiations.
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Bill Advances With Tax Cuts On Auto and Air Provisions
Legislation clearing House and Senate heads to the President for signature. Provisions cut excise taxes on consumer goods from auto parts to air conditioners, with retroactive effects to May 15. Conferees strike parts of the tax plan while White House review continues and a Friday signing potential is anticipated.
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Bombers collide after South Viet Nam raid
Reported incident details two bomber aircraft from Guam colliding in midair near Luzon during a mission against Viet Cong positions. One bomber was lost at sea near the Philippines while a second is believed destroyed. the event follows a prior missile strike and deployment of Phantom jets from North Viet Nam.
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UN Charter Members 1945 List Highlights Global States
The 1945 United Nations charter included key founding members such as Rwanda Senegal and Leone ia poin Sudan Sweden Thailand Togo Trinidad and Tobago. The roster reflects a diverse group spanning Africa, Europe, Asia, the Americas and beyond.
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Chief Wrecks After Turning Wrong Way
Police chief in Port La Harvey Teasley wrecks car after turning the wrong way on a street head on collision at a hilltop accident scene. Officers report the chief was absent from the scene and the incident remains under investigation.
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Harvey Teasley
Belcher Lumber fires tied to bluefield arson case
Bluefield officials say Robert Wayne Hammick is charged with arson in two fires at Belcher Lumber Co. The fires, found in June in the warehouse area and near a loading room, appear set intentionally. Hammick, formerly employed at Belcher, was arrested after a long investigation with state police and local authorities. He remains jailed in Bluefield pending grand jury action in Meade County.
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Ihron
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Dopuy Pire Yy Walker
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Princeton
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