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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1961

Page

22

North American plant contract for Princeton site scale and bridge work

North American Aviation Inc signs with Irving Bowman for a $1 million Princeton plant project in Bluefield. The 180 by 240 foot, 43 200 square foot facility includes dust free zones and air conditioning, lacks most windows, and features a 250 car parking area with plans for a future expansion. Construction of the plant and a new bridge to the north access road is set to begin in late summer with full production expected about ten months after start. Haynes Construction to build the bridge in 60 90 days pending weather and a new access route via Brush Creek flood channel. The project aims to employ around 300 workers at full output.

North American Aviation, Inc Irving, Bowman and Associates Charto M. A. Haymore Princeton Charleston Haymore Irving Bowman Bluefield Fice Howeer Laneheueane Gunsto Ie Brush Creek Haynes Construction Co. Op Aahenn Agendhs Haynes Cy Ae Ee Haynes

Widow Receives Extortion Note From 10-Year-Old Fan

In Milan a widow Mrs Eva Anversa received an extortion note signed by a person linked to the Sicilian Mafia in America. The note was traced to a crime novel enthusiast aged ten who police scolded and sent home.

Milan Italy Eva Anversa America

Wives Of Same Man Run For Same Seat

In Cuttack India two wives of the Zamindar of Kasipur contested the same state assembly seat. The Zamindar a Muslim, supports his senior wife who won by about 2000 votes with the other wife losing.

Cuttack India Kasipur

Reduced Rates Argued Again on Presidential Flight Travel

The piece discusses free or reduced rate air travel for reporters and officials aboard the Vice Presidential airplane. It cites George Reedy and Rep. Lipscomb urging ground rules to prevent taxpayer subsidies, noting decades of government expense on trips and the use of counterpart funds from foreign governments.

Washington Johnson George Reedy Congress Gerald P Lipscomb Cal Near Far East Armed Services Chamber of Commerce House Senate United States

UN children fund approves 9.1 million for 83 projects

The executive board of the U N Children's Fund approved 9.1 million dollars for 83 child help and welfare projects in 51 countries. The funding supports programs across education health and welfare initiatives.

United Nations, N. Y U. N Children’s Fund

Rest Room Vehicle Tours Kyoto Streets for Foreigners

Kyoto officials order a mobile rest room driven through the streets to aid foreign visitors. The unit bears a sign reading for foreigners only.

Kyoto Japan

Princeton notices and building permits grace Mercer area

Building permits issued for remodeling at Mercer and Bee Street and a home addition on Front Street. Bluefield health center accepted. open house in two weeks. Local police handled two car disposals and shot holes from air rifles. rainfall and weather notes follow. Mutual interest items include a coin club meeting and planning commission date.

Princeton Publishing Co Mercer and Bee Street W. E. Elliott Front St Mercer County Health Center Ment Bluefield Princeton Coin Club Princeton Bank & Trust

Contractors target Aug. 1 finish for Princeton Bowling Center

Builders on Honaker Avenue plan Aug 1 completion with hard surfaced front area between building and Honaker. A long posted notice in the Mercer County Court house era marks a historic first as bulletin boards go up on the first floor for notices. A real estate sale notice appeared on the front door, and pigeons are a nuisance in several areas. Amos Beam deterred pigeons from College Street with a fake snake. Larry Evans reports a red wagon theft. police questioned an older boy who wondered what a 15 year old would do with a wagon.

Princeton Bowling Center Honaker Avenue Honaker Mercer County G. E. Davis Oakvale Amos R. Beam College Street Larry Evans South Avenue

Death Penalty Viewed With Caution by FBI Chief

FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover warns agents in Bluefield against agitators misinforming on capital punishment. He argues for a balanced view weighing victims and deterrence, while acknowledging some see the death penalty as necessary to fight crime. He cites uncertainty in predicting deterrence and urges careful consideration of innocent lives.

Federal Bureau of Investigation J. Edgar Hoover FBI Bluefield Hoover Conbr

Dear Molly Mayfield and Dear Louise Advice Columns

In two letters a widow asks if a four year age gap with a 29 year old is workable, and a wife asks about divorce after a long overseas absence and a new partner. The advisor suggests focusing on devotion and longevity, urging patience and caution about rash divorce or quick remarriage.

Wardrobe Rules for College Girls Implemented by Junta

In Seoul the ruling military junta dictates college girls wear cotton blouses and skirts to class and prohibits high heels parasols and manicured hands. The order imposes a uniform look and restricts personal grooming as part of its control.

Seoul South Korean

Soy Beans Level Off In Generally Calm Trading

Chicago AP reports grain futures paused after a steep soybean slide. July delivery fell about 75 cents as liquidation eased and open interest shifted in wheat and corn. Export buying was sporadic while traders noted a return of speculative buyers to soybeans. Government export inspections disappointed, dampening sentiment.

Chicago

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