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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1962
Page
18
The piece playful reports on a mistaken birth claim of two nightingales atop a hotel, clarifying that no nightingales exist locally and noting regional names for thrushes and other sparrows. It also covers longevity, a Washington delegation lodge gathering, and a Civitan Club poll ranking public figures and celebrities.
A tangled case notes bondsmen facing enforcement for a public nuisance linked to Judy's Motel and illegal liquor sales west of the city. It also mentions a numbers racket conviction, a $7500 appeal bond, and a 1961 Supreme Court decision, with related hearings and multiple defendants including Mannon and J Ho Smith in drunken driving matters.
Hearing set on C&O trains as the Kanawha county numbers racket figure Lloyd Franklin Kapp, once a local kingpin, is believed in Mexico. John Smiley of St Albans pays 8500 and John Paul Robinson of Charleston 1598 after clients fled to dodge prosecution. 16 actions brought by Prosecutor Walker proceed before Intermediate Court Judge William J Thompson.
Huntington firm wins a large bond case crackdown result amid bondsmen facing $17,000 in penalties. Authorities pursued defendants missing from the roster as part of a broader effort to compel production of indicted individuals.
A state education subcommittee drafts 12 centennial themed ideas for West Virginia colleges and universities to mark the 1963 celebration. Plans urge immediate action, a fall report, and a calendar of events to highlight history and notable Virginians through stage, lectures, and partnership with the 1963 graduates.
About 100 jurors convened in Huntington to review the fatal shooting of Ben Smith, 50, of Lens Creek, by a state trooper during an attempted arrest on morals charges. Prosecutor Charles M. Walker says no charges are filed yet and jurors will hear evidence from several state policemen as they decide if any misconduct occurred. A grand jury is also set to hear about indictments later.
State education leaders and residents debate whether to pursue enforced consolidation of small schools to raise standards and curriculum. William K. Hamilton backs county and statewide consolidation with meetings planned in Parker and Huntington to study the system and tax implications.
District 4 of the West Virginia American Legion plans to press for racial integration of the 40 8 Society this summer. The 40 8, an adjunct, has faced emblems issues after admitting nonwhite members, prompting a call to part ways if the policy continues. District 8 votes to refer the matter to convention procedures and possibly to the national convention for action.
OCAW plans another bid to represent about 2000 Carbide production and maintenance workers in South Charleston. Company opposition cites job security. A nationwide NLRB election may follow, with a secret ballot to be conducted by Cincinnati region. A June runoff at the Institute plant is also set after a three way ballot failed to yield a majority.
A Deer Creek Crafts Shop will open Thursday in Pocahontas County near the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. Sponsored by Penn Alps Inc., the non profit plans consignment sales of basketry, pottery, wood, leather and woven goods with volunteer local women managing. An open house is set for Saturday with posted hours across the week.
Lifeguard Pat Armstrong, 21, located a missing contact lens in 12 feet of water at the Glendale private pool in South Charleston after 25 minutes underwater. The lens belonged to Richie Robb, 16, of 2935 Massey Circle, who dropped it while swimming.
Examiner Lawrence K. Young will conduct hearings on July 16 in Washington, July 13 in Covington Virginia, and July 19 in Charleston West Virginia. The trains involved are Nos 2 and 5 47.
SRC officials form a special review board to set revised contractor pre-qualification procedures. The group chaired by Vincent J. Johnkoski includes Col. George E. White Jr and Wilson H. Ward with A. L. McMillion as maintenance director. It will weigh performance records financial assets and equipment as part of eligibility. The plan aims to accelerate highway construction in line with state and federal standards.
The 16th Special Forces Group of the West Virginia National Guard ran its first fully operational exercise in Preston County. Maj. Patrick Romano led a 10 man team eight miles after a midnight parachute drop, linking with Maryland guards to simulate guerrilla forces. The event focused on integrating training across diversity, with a letter praising local schools for affirmative steps and Barton to be honored at a June dinner.
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