Nostalgic Glidden Tour Cars Fascinate Hundreds
Auto enthusiasts gather as the 1965 Glidden Tour arrives in West Virginia and Princeton areas. Classic marques such as Stutz and Stoddard Dayton share space with Fords and Fiats while spectators reminisce about older vehicles and recall past journeys along U S 40 toward Roanoke. The tour ends at finish points noted by drivers who follow scheduled stops.
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Princeton
East River Mountain
Skyland
West Virginian
Stutz
Stoddard-Dayton
Commerce Street
W. Va
U. S. 40
Bluefield
Roanoke
Anthony Torriani
Trenton
N.J
Antique autos blend with modern roads in our county
Local readers note that vintage cars seem at ease on today’s highways. Shaped by preservation efforts and classic car events, enthusiasts celebrate the timeless appeal of old models and their continued presence in everyday traffic.
Boyer's Son Dead After Loaded Gun Mystery
AP reports Charles Boyer faced a hidden tragedy as his only son died from a gunshot in Paris. Police weigh accidental, self-inflicted, and murder possibilities with one bullet fired and five shells set aside. Boyer travels home as investigators seek facts andMiss Campbell key statements loom.
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Charles Boyer
Senate approves reduced foreign aid bill despite Kashmir clash
The Senate passed a 1966 foreign aid measure totaling 3.857 billion with 99 votes for and 21 against after trimming 50 million from the earlier figure. It designates 1.973 billion for economic aid and 1.17 billion for military aid, with 714.1 million for the Peace Corps and related programs. The panel rejected attempts to cut India and Pakistan military aid amid Kashmir fighting.
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Washington
Senate
J. W. Fulbright
D-Ark
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Conan
Peace Corps
India
Pakistan
Kashmir
U.S
Pangele Sa Np
United Nations
John C. Pastore
D-R.i
Morse
Ernest Gruening
Alaska
Boy Gives Cops A Merry Chase
A boy led pursuing officers on a wild chase through streets before vanishing, leaving investigators puzzled about his whereabouts and the reasons for his sudden disappearance.
Carol Churns To Standstill
Hurricane Carol stalls far out in the Atlantic as a strong high pressure ridge blocks its northward path. Forecasters say the storm has weakened to near gale force with peak winds near 75 mph while remaining essentially stationary.
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Miami
Fla
Carol
Atlantic
UAW Certified at North American Aviation Plant
The National Labor Relations Board certified the United Auto Workers as the bargaining agent for employees at the Princeton West Virginia plant of North American Aviation Inc. In the March 16 election 159 voted for the union and 123 against, with 282 ballots cast. a company protest was overruled by regional director John C. Getrel.
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Cincinnati
National Labor Relations Board
United Auto Workers Union
Princeton
W. Va
North American Aviation Inc
John C. Getrel
Roving Pickets Block Mines As UMW Leaders Seek Resolution
Roving pickets halt operations at multiple mines while United Mine Workers officials discuss the firing of six miners in a wildcat walkout. West Virginia officials consider future action as locals vote on returning to work and sign a statement backing International union positions. The six were fired by Hanna Coal Co at its Ireland mine after a closure disputed by miners.
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United Mine Workers Union
Hanna Coal Co
Ireland
UMW District 6
Ohio
West Virginia
International
Wildcat
Hanna
UMW
United Nations Charter Amendments Shift Global Power
The United Nations plans to enlarge the Security Council from 11 to 15 and ECOSOC from 18 to 27, shifting influence from Western members to Africa and Asia. Asians and Africans, now holding a majority of seats, will gain decisive power. Gambia, Singapore, and the Maldive Islands are up for admission, ensuring a broader regional balance in key councils.
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United Nations
N.Y
Africa
Asia
U. N
Security Council
Economic and Social Council
Ecosoc
Assembly
Gambia
Singapore
Maldive Islands
Council
Wagner Enters Paper Strike Talks Amid NYC Protests
Wagner reenters negotiations as the Guild strikes the Times over automation and contract issues. Six New York dailies close in sympathy. only the New York Post continues. AFL CIO Mailers Union, with over 800 out of work, demands a satisfactory contract before returning. Publisher leaders say Wagner’s intervention may help, amid a citywide publication halt.
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Times
New York
New York Post
Wagner
Aflcio Mailers Union
Alldown
John J. Gaherin
Publishers Association of New York City
Auto price confusion as GM cuts average by 72 dollars
AP reports a mixed price picture as General Motors cuts an average of 72 dollars on 1966 models while Chrysler raises prices. Tax cuts and a new mandatory safety package cloud the picture, with UAW studying shifts and Chrysler noting no plan to cut prices.
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AP Business News
Detroit
General Motors
Chrysler Corp
American Motors
Afl-Cio
United Auto Workers
Chrysler
UAW
Congress
Eagame
Brooks-Walker Had Big Sum
Marvin Brooks of Bluefield was in possession of 28000 dollars when arrested in Milwaukee under the alias Fred Walker. He faced a wife beating warrant and was identified by the Milwaukee Police as Brooks. He had Mercer County housebreaking indictments linked to the Bluefield Police scandal and federal theft and bail jumping charges in South Carolina. An auto tied to him was found bullet-riddled near Glen Lyn Virginia in 1962.
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Marvin Brooks
Bluefield
Milwaukee
Wis
Fred Walker
Associated Press
Brooks
Walker
Indentification Bureau
Milwaukee Police Department
South Carolina
New River
Glen Lyn
Teacher Transfer Triggers Negro Student Boycott at Liberty School
Williamson AP reports 141 students at Liberty Elementary School boycotted classes after a teacher was transferred. The action suggests classroom disruption linked to the personnel move at the all-Negro school.
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THE
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General Assembly
West
Powe
Maldive
United States
United Kingdom
France
Soviet Union
China
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U.N
Max Harrelson
York City
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Long Island Press
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