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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1972

Page

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Rape Legislation Urged By Women’s Groups

The Equity Action League urged repeal of the corroboration requirement for rape convictions and a lower maximum penalty. The plea argues rape is a uniquely vicious crime and that current law distrusts victims, noting a University incident where a verdict hinged on claimed nonresistance.

Peggy Simpson Women's Political Caucus Washington Women's Equity Action League Women’s Legal Defense Funds National Organization

Indictments in Buffalo area target selective service violations

A federal grand jury indicted 98 Buffalo area men on charges including refusing induction or failing to report for induction. Some defendants faced charges for refusing to perform civilian work after being classified as conscientious objectors. Arraignments will be scheduled after court clerk procedures.

Buffalo N.Y

Color TV Set Returned After County Purchase

Kanawha County officials faced criticism as a $275 color television set bought by Purchasing Director W. E. Allen for the county court was returned to the distributor. The county ledger shows repayment of the amount, with Allen contributing $50 of his own funds toward installation costs.

Kanawha Kelly L. Castleberry W. E. Allen Bridey Allen

Bank Announces Dividend Increase for 1972

Charleston National Bank will pay a semiannual dividend of 164.8 cents a share on December 12 to shareholders of record December 5. Board Chairman Paul Hinkle said dividends declared in 1972 totaled $12.48 a share on 500,000 shares outstanding, up 4 percent from 1971. The annual shareholders meeting will be held January 23 in the Daniel Boone Hotel.

Charleston National Bank Paul Hinkle Hinkle Daniel Boone Hotel

Good News Promise of Eternal Life Message

A religious advertisement proclaims God loves all, offers eternal life, and Christians will share in a future paradise on Earth. It invites readers to request free Bible news from The Bible Standard in Chester Springs, Pa. 19425, stating the current world crisis precedes a joyful new era.

New World Bible Standard Chester Springs

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