Assessor Workman Faces Legal Reappraisal Pressure
Kanawha County Assessor Paul W. Workman resists hasty reappraisal use citing timing concerns for 1968 taxes. State law requires applying reappraisal figures for taxation, with potential removal for noncompliance. Officials warn resistance could jeopardize education funding and county finances, especially if assessments fall below 50 percent of true value.
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Wildlife pilgrimage critique in Readers' Forum
A conservationist and educator objects to a Gazette report on a wildlife pilgrimage. He notes the pilgrimage was organized by the West Virginia Garden Club and questions the reporter’s understanding and accuracy. The letter is signed by William L. Wylie of West Virginia University in Morgantown.
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Toogue
Miamner
Associated Press
Lupas
West Varginia Garden Club
FAA Decision Divides Huntington and Charleston Ranks
The FAA chose midway for a new airport over renovating Kanawha and Tri-State, a move critics say reflects political influence and airline favoritism. The piece argues the decision burdens taxpayers and questions whether the choice truly serves public air travel needs versus regional pride and congressional politics.
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Daily Mail
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Kanawha
Tri-State
John Slack
Ken Hechler
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Charleston
Huntington
West Virginia
Glassboro summit leaves questions on arms to Arabs
Washington reports no clear Soviet plan on arms shipments to Arab nations after talks with Premier Kosygin. Johnson and Kosygin maintained cordial relations and personal rapport, but the delegation could not confirm Moscow's Middle East strategy or potential bases, leaving key strategic questions unresolved.
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Nasser
Cairo
Taxi Fatigue Threat Lifts New York Officials Warn
Mayor Lindsay and health authorities warn of taxi fatigue as New York City rescues 8,000 daily curb victims in Manhattan. The piece profiles Royster Dunway of Mansfield Ohio, unconscious after failed taxi attempts, and recounts chaotic curb scenes, hospital care, and recovery. The mayor suggests planning trips months ahead, with flexible taxi times between 3 am and 7 am.
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Door Still Open For Agreements After Glassboro Talks
Washington speaks on Glassboro meetings shaping the long, slow path to peaceful Soviet US ties. Kosygin, Podgorny push modernization and resource efficiency while Brezhnev solidifies control amid China pressures. Central Committee harshly condemns Israel and renews anti imperialism stance. Kosygin gains prestige as talks continue with Rusk and Gromyko seeking a nonproliferation treaty and broader settlement. The door remains open, whether or not rejection occurs.
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Nikolai Podgorny
Gove
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Russia
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Letter to Jim from Rev James Austin in 1967
A 1967 message dated June 28 from Reverend James Austin, a veteran, addresses Jim about sitting in a pew and sleeping during another sermon. The note hints at a story continued on page 22.
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Jim
Glassboro summit stalled by cross country talk
Fragmented notes recall a Potomac Fever style exchange. Johnson and Rosygin clash over venue with Glassboro as the suggested compromise. US pressure to curb Peru закуп French warplanes. Israelis and Arabs remain hostile. A lighthearted poll hints more men than women favor miniskirts amid unclear context.
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