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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1960
Page
19
A humorous survey of parent run committees to manage summer vacation. It satirically lists groups from Lost-in-the-woods to Nail-in-the-foot, MAD-RUSH to the hospital, and fight team alliances to keep children safe and homes intact during summer by pooling improvised safety roles and supportive neighbors.
Washington reports Arkansas as the only state besides West Virginia with a possible population decline from 1950 in early 1960 census figures. Alaska shows the largest percentage gain at 74 percent, while Colorado and Georgia post notable rises. Figures may be revised if errors are found.
Two strong earthquakes rocked Concepcion and Magallanes at 4 54 am local time. Official reports show intensity grade 4 though earlier estimates named grade 7 on the Richter scale. In Concepcion residents fled homes and gathered on streets as tremors struck.
The Supreme Court refused to review a lower court ruling that awarded Lutherville Supply and Equipment Co. a lien of 3576 against the Shenandoah Downs race track at Charles Town. The firm claimed 17653 for equipment leased for excavation during construction. The commissioner in chancery had granted the full amount, and the Jefferson County Circuit Court later reduced it to 3576.
Joseph Shuman becomes managing editor and James W. Ross named city editor at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Sun-Telegraph after a period with the merged staff. Shuman, Bristol Tenn native, led as city editor 28 years and joined the Post in 1930 after earlier roles in Bristol and Kingsport. Ross, Tyrone Pa native, has worked on the Post-Gazette staff since 1936 and studied at the University of Pittsburgh.
Senator John F. Kennedy replies to a patronage seeker naming Steven Joseph Heyman as the nine month old applicant for an official White House squirrel feeder post. Kennedy says he will withhold commitments before the November 9 election to avoid upsetting diverse political groups.
An Intermediate Court failed to reach a verdict in a joint trial of Harold Marbin Paul Bowen and Glen Howell on charges connected to keeping pinball machines as gaming devices. Jurors were deadlocked at 10 20 a m after deliberating since Saturday. The Hub owner Harbin denied knowledge of any payoff and defense sought dismissal for insufficient evidence. Arguments on the motion are set for June 22.
A federal census estimate places New York City's population at about 7.7 million in 1960, roughly 100000 below the 1957 count and 3 percent under 1950 figures. Official director Arthur F. Young calls the drop light and attributes it to suburban flight as the seven county metro area grows to an estimated 14.59 million.
The city of Keyser argued before the Public Service Commission for higher municipal water rates to cover red ink. No opposition appeared. Current quarterly minimums are 1.70 inside and 2.56 outside dollars. proposed minimums would rise to 1.95 and 2.593 respectively.
Circuit Judge Frank L. Taylor rejects Roy Edward Kinder's petition for a writ of error in his first degree murder conviction. Kinder, 46, from Ashford Boone County, killed Dave Ellis and Mrs Pat Dodd during an all night party at Dodd’s trailer home. The court allowed the jury to consider premeditation and mercy, resulting in a life sentence.
Neal Wilson of the Columbia Union Religious Liberty Department criticizes Sunday blue laws as religious legislation harming freedom as the West Virginia Seventh day Adventists meet for their ninth day of the annual conference in Parkersburg with Arthur J. Potter presiding.
R W Buskirk began duties as West Virginia director for the Federal Housing Administration after his formal appointment to the post. He steps into the role following the approval and announcement of the assignment.
The State Supreme Court split 3 2 to grant Heeling's review of a Buckhannon zoning case. Buskirk, now deputy director, replaces Herbert Welch of Buckhannon who resigned months ago. The dispute centers on a city mortage insurance project and a planned service station in a housing zoned area.
The city of Wheeling gains a Supreme Court hearing to determine if its municipal sewer system falls under Public Service Commission jurisdiction. A Sept. 7 hearing was set after the FSC ordered the city to answer the petition. Wheeling argues state law grants it authority to fix sewer charges and operate its system.
Lee Pullen of Charleston pleads self defense as he goes on trial in Intermediate Court for the February fatal shooting of Augusta Gusty O'Dell on Summers Street. Prosecution says Pullen provoked the second altercation. defense argues peaceful settlement and self defense after O'Dell attacked with a pipe. The trial includes testimony about a pistol purchase and Pullen's demeanor after the shooting.
Senator Herbert Traubert seeks relief from the State Supreme Court to overturn results in the Hancock County precincts 13 14 and 15 after a recount deemed sample markings valid. Traubert would win by 23 votes without those three ballots if the court voids them. Donald Chaney and William Tompos contest the may 10 Democratic primary outcome in the first Senatorial District.
Cabell County Court cited Sheriff J Bert Schroeder complaining about jailed prisoners yelling obscenities at passersby. He said one cannot confine a man in solitary indefinitely and that authorities use every legal means to stop the behavior.
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