Clarifies religious ruling on school opening exercises
State Superintendent W. W. Trent says restrictions on religious teaching in public schools do not apply to opening exercises Bible reading or elective faith classes. He notes court rulings concern released time and warns officials not to turn over facilities to outside entities. Routine devotional observances remain permitted.
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Doctor's Term Upheld in Second Degree Murder Case
West Virginia Supreme Court upheld Dr. W. M. Lewis of Huntington for a five to eighteen year term after conviction for second degree murder in the death of Mildred Ferguson a 23 year old Narrows Va factory worker who died after an alleged unlawful abortion. The court ruled the abortion was the means by which the murder was accomplished and malice was established beyond a reasonable doubt.
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West Virginia Wild Turkey Season Totals 749 Killed
West Virginia's 21 day wild turkey season ended November 3 with 749 birds killed, per the Conservation Commission. Officials estimate an additional 51 were slain but not officially reported, continuing a trend from last year.
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Rent-Hike Rule Relaxed by Charleston Rent Office
Director-attorney John J. Lane explained the area may grant rent increases to cover higher costs for services included in rental agreements. Landlords must file petitions and obtain written orders. only 25 percent filed since December 1942, with about 80 percent approved. A note on early steam carriages remains.
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Lane
Charleston
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Police Warn Public Against Pickpockets In Christmas Bush
City police urged shoppers to guard against pickpockets as Christmas shopping peaks. The latest victim, G. W. Waybright of 135 Summers St, lost 323.94 in cash and several checks. Officers advised carrying money in inside pockets and women to cover handbag snaps to deter thieves.
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