Gold in toilet on two Kathmandu flights worth millions
Customs officials in Katmandu Nepal report about 20 pounds of gold found in the toilet of a Singa pore Airlines jet arriving from Singapore valued at 1.73 million dollars. Earlier, on January 20, airport workers discovered similar gold in the toilet of a Royal Ne pal Airlines plane from Bangkok.
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William Mahone new Giles Memorial Hospital administrator profile
In Sundays Telegraph staff writer Dean Poling profiles William Mahone the new administrator at Giles Memorial Hospital. The issue also offers a Rural Retreat Virginia community feature a look at an art show at the Greater Bluefield Community Center a Business After Hours program report and a Milton Berle cover story in Parade plus local regional national and international news and sports rounds up.
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Chesapeake girl wins $500 TV fast after year off
Meredith Turnage of Chesapeake Virginia collected 500 from her father after a year without cartoons sitcoms or Joe Isuzu commercials. She also earned 90 from a family friend and 25 from each grandparent. At first she worried but the 11 year old persevered through the TV free year.
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Advertisers drop plans for SNL amid group’s complaints
A Christian activist group said two major advertisers pulled out of Saturday Night Live amid protests over programs it called morally offensive. Ralston Purina confirmed dropping about 1 million dollars in ads planned for later this year, saying the show crossed the line of good taste.
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Sunny skies with highs in the 60s forecast today
National Weather Service calls for sunny skies today with highs in the 60s. Tonight turns cloudy with near 50 degree lows. Classified notice lists a very nice one bedroom apartment in Princeton with large living room, eat-in kitchen, utilities except electricity, call 327-6171.
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West Virginia official testifies on $279 million loss
State Treasurer A James Manchin faces impeachment scrutiny as he testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about a $279 million loss in the Housing Development Fund. Former Gov Arch Moore recalls fear over a potential run on funds in May 1987 and describes private Board of Investments meetings that reduced interest to cover the shortfall. Moore insists he bears no responsibility for the losses, citing false earnings reports and delegation of investment duties to others.
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Reagan OKd illegal aid plan in North trial case
The North trial heard of a plan allegedly approved by President Reagan to air drop recoilless rifles to aid the Contras against arms ships. McFarlane testified he pleaded guilty to withholding information from Congress but felt he should not have been charged, saying he withheld information and accepted consequences. Prosecutor said documents showed NSC aided Contra military actions during the Boland Amendment period.
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Renovations Planned for Dickason Hall at Bluefield State College
Renovations on Dickason Hall at Bluefield State College begin in May with a $2 million facelift funded by $1.5 million secured by fall and the remainder from BSC president Dr. Gregory Adkins. Plans include an elevator, new roof, updated equipment, accessibility upgrades, lowered water fountains, new toilets, a hearing impaired signaling system, lighting upgrades, ceiling drops, and cooling tower refinishing. Bids are being received from capital improvement funds and the college building renewal account.
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BSC to Add Elevator Roof Upgrade and Accessibility
Plans include an elevator a new roof and updated equipment for Dickason Hall one of the oldest campus facilities. A major priority is converting the structure to handicapped accessibility.
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Campaign to Free James Brown Draws National Attention
Supporters led by Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton push for early release for James Brown, jailed for a six year term after a 1990 chase. NASA astronauts heard Brown’s song as part of a global awareness push, while SC officials maintain parole eligibility remains May 12 1991 and Brown faces a probation revocation hearing in Aiken.
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Local stores pull produce over cyanide scare in grapes
The threat of cyanide poisoning from Chilean grapes sparked a market scare in Philadelphia. Some shops pulled the fruit. State Line Grocery owner Bill Hampton kept some shelves stocked citing customer demand and lingering concern. Crook Produce Co. expects a quick rebound despite losses.
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Officials deny apple hazard in wake of Alar scare
Federal health officials told Congress there is no imminent hazard from Alar on apples for preschoolers. Senators warned the apple scare could devastate the industry from New York to Washington state. Some lawmakers said they hesitate to give apples to their own children as growers insist apples tested are free of Alar though linked to animal cancer tests.
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