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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1963

Page

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Foughened Rights Bill debated by Keating and Kennedy

The article reports Senator Keating praising Kennedy's revised anti discrimination bill as an improvement and stressing its mandatory nondiscrimination requirement, enforcement machinery, and judicial review. Senator Dirksen and Senator Ribicoff view the changes as substantial but Keating regrets lack of enforcement procedures by victims. Senator Ervin challenges the revised provision as dangerous and hard to defend.

Eermeed Frice Kenneth B. Keating RBNY Kennedy Everett M. Dirksen Senate Ilinois Keating Sand Kennedy Sen. Abraham Ribicoff D-Conn Keating Kenndy Ribidolf

City Crash Injures Driver and Cites Second Driver

One driver was injured and another cited on three charges after a wreck Friday morning at Washington and Capital streets. Miss Rena F. Simms, 45, of 69114 Court St., received treatment for rib injuries at Charteston General Hospital and was released.

Washington and Capitol Streets Rena F. Simms Court St Chartestom General Hospital

Centennial Train In S C Ends West Virginia Tour

The West Virginia Centennial Train will conclude its West Virginia tour with a two day setup on Sept 1 and 2 in South Charleston. Chairman William Bolden said the final stop was extended to give Charleston area residents a final chance to view one of the centennial's main projects. The blue and white train began its tour June 1 at Charles Town.

West, Virginia Awill West Virginia South Charleston William Bolden Charleston Charles Town Washington Charleston-Sueny Tlon Te Lew Asheville Albany N.Y Virginia Atlanta Pennsylvania Hatteras Kentucky—Fair S.C Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Tam Houston Indianapolis Jacksonville Sam Los Angeles Milami Beach St.Paul A Nashwville New York Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland Londay Itmington

Charleston Gazette Ad and Police Collision Report

The Charleston Gazette notes newspaper circulation details and carrier practices for West Virginia readers. Police report Mohsen Moradabadi 5 1516 Lee St driving cited for running a red light license and no registration after a two car collision causing about 900 dollars damage to vehicles where Miss Simms was involved.

Mohsen Moradabadi Lee St

Bias Trial Continues Over Dandy Case and Police Evidence

Judge William J. Thompson declared a mistrial after ruling police entry into the Dandy store lacking a warrant. Chief Bias faces libel and slander claims from four officers seeking damages. Mayor Shariklin supported Bias in firing the officers, who appeal to the police civil service board. Gullian is suspended. Arguments next week focus on whether Dandy's charge should be dismissed.

Crouse William J. Thompson Thompson Shariklin Police Civil Service Board Gullian Dandy Stanley ‘Presser Grant Dandy

The Weasel in London Robbery Hunt

Scotland Yard issued a description and photograph of Rey John James known as The Weasel a 28 year old London silver smith tied to a 7 million Cheddington robbery. Three other suspects a bookmaker Charles Frederick Nilson an antique dealer and a cafe proprietor were circulated with Nilson later charged and remanded.

New York Times Co London Scotland Yard Cheddington Rey John James the Yard Charles Frederick Nilson

Kennedy cites bipartisanship shift over foreign aid vote

President Kennedy condemned Republicans for undermining bipartisanship in the foreign aid debate after a recommittal vote. He warned the cuts totaling hundreds of millions threaten development loans, Latin American security, and hemispheric defense against communism. Diem regime turmoil and Nhu influence are noted amid Buddhist crackdowns and martial law.

Greece Thailand Latin America Soviet Union Cuba United States

Goldwater Two Faced South Told

Senator Olio D Johnston of South Carolina criticizes Barry Goldwater for saying he backs the Southern cause while voting against it in practice. Johnston cites Goldwater endorsing the August civil rights march in Washington and argues Southern voters may reject him in 1964 once all facts are known.

Washington Olio D. Johnston D-S. A Barry Goldwater R-Ariz Johnston Goldwater Washington, Labeling’ the Demonstration A Wise Move. “Goldwater South

Four Charleston Officers’ Firings Delayed by Commission Hearing

A police Civil Service Commission hearing for four Charleston officers dismissed August 14 is postponed indefinitely to give lawyers more time to prepare. The four are Sgt. Jess Bowe, Sgt. Ray Spradling, Sgt. Leonard Cunningham, and Patrolman Atlie Ginnis, who testified in a criminal trial that a fellow officer had a bad reputation. The officers appealed their dismissals to the commission, with a later date for the hearing not yet set.

Police Civil Service Commission Charleston RP. DeVan Jr Commission D. I Savage Elmer Dodson Jess Bowe Ray Spradling Léonard Cunningham Atlie -Me Ginnis DeVan

Shoplifter Uses Box To Conceal Goods At Store

Charleston police warned city department stores to watch for a clever shoplifter. Detective Capt. George Nunley Jr. said the man was caught at the Diamond by an employee but fled before arrest, dropping a reworked clothing box with fake ribbon and a false end that could hide stolen items.

Charleston George Nunley Jr Nunley

Man Struck by Car in Charleston. Minor Injuries Reported

A 72 year old Charleston man sustained minor injuries Friday after being struck by a car at Jupiter and Virginia streets. He was treated at Charleston General Hospital for an injured wrist and bruises. The driver Wilbert Prather 23 of 4 Stevenson Ct said Shounis walked into the side of his vehicle. No charges filed.

Charleston Miinor Jupiter Virginia Charleston General Hospital Janes T.chounid Washington St. E Wilbert Prather Stevenson Ct Shounis

Mower Accident Partially Amputates Girl's Toes

Pamela Sutton a 14 year old girl from 844 Botymont Road slipped on wet grass Friday and was partially amputated two toes on her left foot by a rotary power mower. She was admitted to Charleston Memorial Hospital where her condition was listed as satisfactory.

Pamela. Sutton Botymont Rd and I Edward Sutton Charleston Memorial Hospital

Barker Elected to Labor Board at Richmond Meeting

State Labor Commissioner Barker elected to the executive board of the International Association of Governmental Labor Officials during the association's annual meeting in Richmond Virginia. Barker chaired the legislative committee and reported on labor laws.

Vawrenice Barker International Association of Barker T ‘He Association Richmond

Slate Fall Kills Miner at Five Forks

Isacc Lee aged 39 of Newburg Preston County died Friday in a slate fall at the M M Coal Co mine in Five Forks near Kingwood. The accident occurred at the work site of the Five Forks mine and the victim was employed by M M Coal Co. No further details were provided.

Five Forks Kingwood Isacc Lee Newburg Preston County M&m Coal Co Here

Robbery Suspect Break-in Reported at Local Pharmacy

A store manager reported a break-in with about $50 in cash missing and an undetermined amount of narcotics stolen. The incident also involved Salven Pharmacy at 2010 Grant Ave St Albans and occurred on August 90, with the thefts described as sizeable but details unclear.

Grant ‘Ave St .Albans

Cleanup Ordered After Dwellings Reported Hazards

City inspectors Saunders and Gay ordered cleanup in 18 Sayre Court Washington Street area and Christopher Street Triangle District after finding broken windows, torn wallpaper and fire hazards. They ordered three broken down trucks and an old car removed from Christopher Street near Mamma Nannie’s, the car used as sleeping quarters. Nan Williams, owner of the running house, faces repairs and cleanup costing about 5000 dollars. The Jade Room in Kanawha City was closed for building zone violations and partitions torn out at another night spot. More checks planned nationwide.

Lée Street Sayre Washington Street Nannie Christopher Triangle District Gay Saunders Christopher Street Jade Room Kanawha ‘City

State Education Law Cited by Dr Heflin at Glenville State

Dr Harry Heflin president of Glenville State College gave the commencement speech on Friday urging West Virginia to adopt a stronger educational system. He outlined five goals to direct educational efforts emphasizing better material organization and, above all, high quality teachers. He warned that the state faces serious problems if leaders are not developed and that preparation of leaders is the most pressing issue.

Simmer West Virginia Dr. Heflin

Coal Miner Injured By Slate Fall At Chesapeake Mine

A 43 year old Kanawha County miner was partially buried in a slate fall at Richards Mining Co Chesapeake. Carl Green of Gallagher was admitted to Charleston Memorial Hospital at 10 50 a m for treatment of an injured pelvis and left hip with condition reported satisfactory by hospital attendants.

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