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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1975
Page
1
A fragmented weather note reports cloudy skies and a chance of showers across multiple zones from Charleston to Western Pennsylvania. Highs range from the 40s to 60s with lows in the 20s, detailing windy conditions in some areas and trace precipitation for the 24 hour period.
The West Virginia Court of Claims awarded Baltimore Contractors Inc. $200,000 for unwarranted delays by the state in Pipestem and Twin Falls park projects. The ruling faults DNA and its architects for delay while noting the contractor failed to join a precontract site inspection.
The Soviet Union launched Soyuz 17 into Earth orbit carrying Lt. Col Alexei Gabarev and flight engineer Georgy Grechko. Tass notes the mission will conduct joint experiments with the Salyut 4 space station, launched Dec 26, 1974, to test a four-room lab design and perform scientific studies in space.
Former professional football player James Ridlon will display collages and texture paintings at Concord College. He will open with a reception from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Alexander Arts Center gallery. The exhibit runs through January 27.
White House officials said the government spent at least 367878 to support Richard Nixon and his staff in the first three months after his resignation. The breakdown includes salaries, per diem, travel, storage, and office costs tied to Nixon's San Clemente and Key Biscayne operations.
Gov. Moore requests full funding for alcohol and drug abuse programs and expands mental health support with $7.2 million for comprehensive mental health centers. The plan adds $600,000 for the alcohol and drug abuse program, raises the division's line by about $8,000, and keeps the Kanawha County land search for a regional mental health complex ongoing as part of 14 community centers and eight centers statewide.
The article highlights West Virginia Welfare Department achievements under Flowers including a 2 percent drop in family cases versus a 36 percent national rise, a decrease in unemployed fathers from thousands in 1969 to 384, and shorter welfare durations, with grants rising from 139 to 249 dollars. Tinder named Flowers' administrative assistant in 1972. Moore cites elderly housing in unused dorms as a private sector college program.
Public protest swamped Palm Beach County officials leading to the dismissal of Albert Gargiulo a 28 year old engineer four days after his amnesty service began. Officials say Gargiulo hid from the draft spent four years in South America and earned 11 a year. County chairman Culpepper calls for disciplinary action and vows review of hiring policy. Gargiulo and his family remain secluded at home amid strain and threats.
Firefighters say a blaze at the M W Distributors Warehouse on Plant Road outside Nitro limited to a roof section. The building was vacant and no injuries were reported. The alarm sounded at 6:55 p m and was under control by 7:35 p m. Workmen had been tarring earlier. Chief Kenneth King cited undetermined cause.
James Toler, 25, of Wharton, was admitted to Memorial Division of Charleston Area Medical Center in critical condition with multiple shotgun pellet wounds to the stomach. Police investigated the Friday shooting incident.
Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports six day reexamination supports original finding that Karen Silkwood died in a completely accidental car crash. Commissioner Roger Webb says Pipkin’s behind strike theory has no foundation. dent on left rear fender attributed to a wrecker during removal.
Rep. Morris Udall endorsed a tax cut to lift the economy during a New Hampshire campaign stop. He warned it is only a short term fix and opposed increases in Southeast Asia aid. Udall called for Cuba relations restored with Fidel Castro akin to other major Communist nations.
A state policeman's son Daniel Egnor, 9, was injured Friday when hit by a car in front of Co. B Headquarters on Jefferson Road in Charleston. He was taken to Thomas Memorial Hospital in fair condition. Details of the accident were not available.
Almanack drills readers with spring tool orders and a miscellany of dated trivia. It cites King Kala Kaua of Hawaii’s death on January 19 1891, a Scott at the South Pole on January 18 1912, and a star for every state in the flag approved January 13 1794. It offers Home Hints on mildew removal and a riddle, plus weather outlooks for major regions across the United States in a period voice.
Secretary of the Army Howard Callaway ordered a full screen of a microfilm file after discovery of intelligence information on U S civilians. He said the search will be lengthy and that access is restricted during screening. An investigation will determine responsibility for improper retention of civilian data.
The FDA orders over 300000 Matsushita color TVs sold as Panasonic JCPenney Penncrest and Bradford brands recalled to fix potentially dangerous radiation levels. The sets may emit five to 25 times the allowed radiation. viewers should stay six feet away until corrected.
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