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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1971
Page
3
In a maximum security wing of the old South Hall, inmates face up to 60 days in cubicle cells with brief exercise and showers. Deputy Wallace and Lt. Adams estimate about 585 prisoners with around 250 institutionalized, viewing prison life as their home while outside life remains unattainable.
The Montrose Rebekah Lodge will meet at 8 p.m. Thursday in the IOOF hall at 407 Chestnut Street South Charleston for its annual Christmas program. Members may participate in a gift exchange by bringing a gift as announced by program chairman Mrs. Jeanne Baker.
A government lawsuit claims the failure to disclose names of business men and landlords who violate price and rent rules breaks the Freedom of Information Act. The IRS would not comment, citing policy under review. President Nixon tours the Concorde and discusses a future US version.
Luther Williams, 59, died of a heart attack after a bus loaded with 54 students veered off a road near Gilmore Elementary. The driver asked a pupil to pull the emergency brake as the bus crossed a culvert and then slumped over the wheel, stopping 100 feet later.
The article recounts a family’s struggle with insufficient facilities and delays in analysis and evaluation. It mentions state police labs, court actions, and a Walter-like figure involved in mental health program development.
A narrative recounts failed orders from Charleston and a family dispute over Mark at a hospital. It details drug treatment efforts, admissions, confrontations, and a security move as a state drug unit begins functioning after a tense sequence involving many named individuals and relatives.
Industrial injuries in the United States have increased by about 20 percent since 1958, leading to a substantial loss of productive man days. The rise reflects broader workplace safety concerns and the burden on industries and workers alike.
The daily forecast shows cloudy and warm conditions with chances of showers in Charleston Virginia and Kentucky. Highs near mid 60s with possible upper 60s delays. Wed night lows mid 50s. Thursday showers likely with highs in the 60s.
Rep. Ken Hechler urged the Price Commission to authorize a 19.9 percent rise in third class mail rates. Hechler argued the USPS request is overdue and would prevent higher first class postage for average citizens. He said junk mailers gain from artificially low rates at others' expense. The proposed hike was originally set for August but delayed by Nixon policies.
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