Nixon reaches toward nomination as Southern delegates rally
At the Republican National Convention Nixon seeks votes from Southern states as seven contenders jockey for support. Rockefeller, Reagan, and New York Mayor Lindsay pick up delegates in a process that shows Nixon moving toward the 667 votes needed.
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Disturbance Over Housing and Jobs Roils Triangle
Residents of the Triangle protest housing decay, relocation woes from interstate construction, and job discrimination. They denounce police mistreatment and media bias while demanding better recreation, a stronger housing code, and relocation housing for those displaced.
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Copper Worth $100 Stolen From City Firm
An estimated 250 pounds of copper valued at $100 were stolen from Capitol Iron & Steel at 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. Police say the theft occurred Sunday. The Gazette notes local publication details interleaved in the source text.
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Goldwater at convention sparks strong applause
The 1964 GOP nominee Barry Goldwater faced heavy applause from the crowd, yet critics say his message echoed four years ago with little party change. The piece notes party concerns as Nixon weighs his Thursday acceptance speech amid a restless convention.
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Boy on Bike Injured in Collision on Donnally Street
Police reported a youth riding a bicycle on Donnally Street collided with a car near the Recreation Center. No details on injuries or condition provided. Sharon Fisher of 736 York Ave administered notice read at the scene. Virgil Gilmore and Dallas Cadle mentioned in the report.
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Weather Summary For Several States
A rugged weather briefing notes hot and humid conditions across Charleston and surrounding areas. West Virginia shows mostly sunny with scattered thundershowers and highs in the upper 80s to 90s. Virginia and Kentucky report hot humid weather with isolated storms and upper 80s to 90s. Ohio and Western Pennsylvania expect hot humid with scattered thundershowers and highs in the upper 80s to 90s. Winds shift modestly with highs lingering in the 80s and 90s through Tuesday afternoon.
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Mayor in South Charleston Faces Unionization Charge
A union official says South Charleston Mayor L C McTwain has not kept faith with the Democratic platform by refusing to recognize unionization of city street and garbage workers. John Taylor of COPE Kansawha Valley Labor Council cites party leaders’ pledge, while McTwain repeats voters knew his position.
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Mint coin sale and Charleston labor dispute under waning conditions
The U S Mint offers limited sale of uncirculated 1968 coins valued at 1.33 for 2.50 with sets from Denver San Francisco and Philadelphia. Separately South Charleston faces a worsening sanitary situation as public works workers walk out over conditions, blaming the mayor and citing potential health hazards.
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Favorite Son Rose Role in West Virginia GOP Fight
Delegates from West Virginia discuss a favorite son strategy around Rockefeller and Nixon. Tom Sweeney of Wheeling eyes the plan as Moore weighs his endorsement and the path to the Republican nomination against Molinaro and Revercomb. The endgame hinges on Moore’s stand and Rockefeller’s ballot impact.
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Warning signs due for playground areas this month
Traffic Engineer Larry Riggs said on Tuesday he expects to receive 20 playground warning signs within two weeks for use in areas where many children are present.
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Two Car Mishap Injures Drivers on Virginia Street
Police report a two car collision on Virginia Street at Broad injuring two drivers slightly. Damages were estimated at 700 dollars. The names and exact times are unclear in the readable text.
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McCarthy Delegates Fight Over Convention Strategy
The Washington lawmaker admitted stepping back as head of the convention delegate effort after clashes over strategy and duties with supporters favoring a tougher line. Finney pushes for traditional campaign channels and opposes planned fights over rules and credentials. Stephen Mitchell backs the aggressive approach, and McCarthy reportedly withheld Finney's control over Mitchell at the convention.
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Mana Wellarpouga
Washington
McCarthy
Finney —Ihas
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Finney
Mitchell
Bus Company And Welfare Will Remodel City Facilities
City hall issued remodeling permits to Greyhound Bus Lines and the State Welfare Department. Greyhound plans 6500 dollars for garage and warehouse alterations at 810 Pennsylvania Ave. The welfare department allocates 3000 dollars for office building alterations at 210 Hale St. Other permits include Dale V. Duer 25000 for a new home in Lower Donnally Hollow Bethany Baptist Church 5300 for an addition at 1512 Greenbrier St L T Kelley 1000 to bring a dwelling at 3306 Fifth Ave up to the Minimum Housing Code Pauls Grocery 1100 for remodeling at Crescent Road and Garrison Avenue.
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