Tennessee Industry Expansion Breaks All Records in Past Year
Tennessee's industrial growth surged with investments totaling 72 million dollars and 16 200 new jobs in 1968, as state officials touted central location and TVA bond flexibility. Governor and development leaders highlighted low-cost power, strong transport links, and incentives to lure manufacturers to Tenn essee, with Ford plans in Nashville and broad recruiter outreach shaping a national appeal.
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Tennessee
Nashville
Industral Development
Ith
Dobars
George Benedict
Sail
Butonl
Uue
York
Bingport
Ford Motor Co
Beredicts
Tennesses
Tennsee
Midwest
Eust Coast
Industrialiis
Lee Elected As YFA Head For Local Farmers Group
Oliver Lee is elected president of the Thomas Walker Young Farmers Association for the coming year, with Hoy Lee as vice president and other officers named. The group, for men under 36, operates at local, area, and state levels to keep up with modern agriculture. A welding and machinery repair class begins January 8 at the Thomas Walker Vo-Ag Shop, taught by Adex Hash with weekly Friday sessions through late winter.
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Thomas Wicker Young Farmers Association
Oliver Lee
Hoy Lee
Wal Ham
Young Farmers Association
William L. Jones
Thomas Walker Association
Chilhowie
Roanoke
Lee County
Thomas Walker Vo-Ag
V. Aley Hash
VoaAg
le Tynild
Steel Union Moves on Rest Of Industry
The United Steelworkers Union moves to cover smaller steel firms after reaching a settlement with the big eleven. Government officials say at least five major companies oppose the accord and may refuse to accept it. Union President Davis J. McDonald expects easy application to smaller firms, while negotiations begin in several cities. Labor officials awaited the official value of the settlement for the typical steelworker and a White House briefing. The five named smaller companies Schaling at the big agreement include Mountmp Steel Products Co, Coons Pacific Co Pittsburgh Pacific Co and Cornelius, plus Skubic Brothers Co. A broader NLRB process could follow if smaller firms reject the deal.
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Wasiungion
UPI
United Steelworkers Union
Sai
Eisenhower
Davis J. McDonald
Atedl
Uiber Steel Developments
Counse
Arthur J. Golilbee
Labor
James 17. Mitchell
Hovse
Mouitmp Steel Products Co
Coons, Pacific Co
Pittsburgh Pacific Co
Land and Cornelius
Kentucky Governor presses sales tax bonus plan debate
Governor Combs urged the General Assembly to back a sales tax funded veterans bonus, proposing direct funding or staged payments if the court blocks the bonus amendment. He hinted at bonds or installments, and suggested earmarking some revenue for teacher salaries while reforming tax and voting laws and boosting state programs.
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Bram
Kentucky
Wiclan
Iplain
Court of Appeals
Fovernor
Salesi Bay
Combs
Hiltch Toreffo
Powermor
General Assembly
Aml
Fay Fetta
Champaign
Askiog
Department of State
Congress Faces Civil Rights Fight and Broad Liberal Agenda
Congress session opens amid debate over civil rights expansion, minimum wage, social security, housing and farm programs. Senate set to revive civil rights measures Feb 15 while House Republicans and southern Democrats resist a sweeping liberal program. Investigations into payola highway projects and space cost issues loom.
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Senate
Mime
Ona
House
Congressional
U.S
Council Considers Street Pavement and City Hall Actions
Snowbound council meets with full attendance except Guy Susong, as ordinances for street pavement permits, bonding, and utility repairs are discussed. City engineer and clerk roles updated. appointments made for housing, sewage, and treasurer. street light request and gutter repair urged. parking meter dispute noted. several salary changes approved.
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Ibridge
Seton
Len Denham
Glen Justice Ant
Edward Rowland
Savage
Frank Exhwards
Kattering Dance
Goldie Eagle
Chester Avenues
de. Bagle
Cumberland Avenue
Guy Susanm
Tennessee
Kentucky
Medaris Day set in Manshipville Jan 15 Medal of Honor event
Maj Gen I B Medaris, retiring chief of Army ordnance, will be guest of honor at a Medaris Day celebration in TQONOR MEDATIS JUNISVILLE Alabama on January 15. The brief honors the officer and marks the local observance of his service. The report notes the event as a community tribute and confirms the date for attendees.
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Nixon
South Bend
Ind
UPD
Richard M. Nixon
Notre Dame University
Washington
Meter Move Continues as Merchants Push Off-Street Parking
City officials clash with merchants over enforcing new parking meter rules. Mayor White cites aging meters and higher rates to fund off-street spaces. Chamber officials suggest an ordinance to limit parking time on Chamber Avenue. Merchants warn of revenue losses and urge lead action from the Merchants Association while noting prior failed federal funding.
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Frans
Middlesbor
Kenin
Garismin
Frank Walterl
Ubed White
Merchants Association
Coatncil
Whitgaid
Meresaint Richards
White
Greater Moyer
Cumberlain Avenue
Chamber of Commerce
Bynes
Chamber Avenue
Waile
Cumberland Avenue
Vernon Terrell
Frank Walters
Pikeville
Prestonsburg
Ack
Manchester
Velee
Bie
Wwe
Snowstorm disruption hits multiple Kentucky counties
Snow continued across central Kentucky with three to seven inches reported locally while Central Kentucky saw light accumulations. Several basketball games were canceled including Middlesboro-Corbins and Knox Central-Lynn Camp as drivers faced hazardous roads. Power outages balanced the scene with a few fatalities and missing persons reported in separate private plane incidents as widespread storms crossed the South and Midwest.
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Middleshon-Corbin
Knox Central-Lynn Camp
Thomas Walker - Dryden
Keokee - Flatwoods
Jacksbem Powril Valley
Tazewell-Forge Ridge
Central Kentucky
Louisville
Sorm
Dixie
Texas
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Stock
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas “Panhandle
Arkansas
Mississippi
Alabama
West Virginia
North Carolina
Tompases
Kentucky
Bristol
Virginia
Speaker Rayburn's 78th Birthday Sets House Records
Rayburn, serving as Speaker for nearly 47 years, marks his 78th birthday as it breaks tenure records in the House. Even Republicans praise him, with Eisenhower noting pride in Rayburn’s congressional roots. Charlest A Halleck lauds him as a magnificent speaker.
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Rayburn
Eisenhower
Ray Bun
Congress
House
Rep
Charlest
A. Halleck
Flaline’s
Two Korean Prostitutes to Sue U S for $20 000
Two Korean prostitutes in Korea say they will sue the U S Army for 29,000 pounds after American soldiers allegedly shaved their heads following an incident in a dark Army quarters hut. They name company commander McEnery and others, while U S Army officials investigate.
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Smal BA
Kit Yyongduchon
Korea
T(cpl
U.S. Army
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Aml
Kim Chong Ja
McFaery
G. Ts Tie Nin
Th Infantry Division
Nimi
West Point
McEnery
Amy
Ora
Pima
Carlicothe
Ohio
Harry Ik
Saunders
Kansas City
Lazy Seairces
Seoul
Cal
Paul G. Snowronek
Brownwood
Tox
Sco
Benim
Beaver
West Central Front
Fo Pros
Fontes
Absent Thrill-Seeking Daughters Spark Family Grief
Two young women vanished while seeking adventure abroad prompting families in New Jersey and New York to endure weeks of worry. Barbara Kelen 19 identified as the mutilated body found in Tangier. Harriet Elizabeth Benton 22 last heard from Casablanca while with the yacht Raider. Authorities and families await answers as prayers and questions persist.
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United Press International
Beo Gins
Moroxoa
Tangier
Honey Mueller
Oakland
N.J
Barbara Kelen
Ami
Edward F. Benton
Oglensburs
Harriet Elizabeth
Heant Svent
Casablanca
Harriet
Benton
Mueller
Muellers
Harriet Benton
Boston
Shepherd Tours Area in Democratic Race for Eighth District
Dr. Donald R. Shepherd, Democratic candidate in Kentucky's Eighth District for the U.S. House, said he has strong encouragement from both Republicans and True erats. He stressed voters want fresh leadership and an aggressive plan to tackle regional economic woes, stressing collaboration with state and federal programs.
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Corbin
Donald R. Shepherd
U.S
House of Representatives
Shepherd
Kentucky
Congress
LMU Offers 12 Courses at Memorial University
Memorial University announces a Saturday winter term schedule with 12 courses. Registration opens January at the Registrar's Office in Duke Hall, with classes starting that day. Saturday morning subjects include Education, English, Geography, Music, Physical Education and Sociology. Afternoon offerings cover Education, English, Health Education, History, Mathematics, and Sociology. Contacts: Mrs. J. T. Rameay, Memorial University, Lincoln, Tennessee.
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Memorial University
Duke Hall
Yong
J.T
Jury List With Names From Pineville area
A lengthy juror roster appears with numerous spellings and fragments across Pineville Middlesboro Dortons Branch and surrounding areas. Names include Beeno Simpson Hulen Join Miracle Mae Asher John Lefevers Lucy Elliott Bill Burton James Rebner and many others. The list mixes MR and misspelled surnames amid scattered locations.
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John Lefevers
Dortons
Lucy Elliott
Jenson
Bill Burton
Middlesboro
James Rebner
Beverly
John Feb Henderson
Ferndale
Arthur Saylor
Blackmont
Creed Barsett
Pineville Pike
Middiesborn
Z. B. Brock
Dortons Branch
Chalice Bingham
Greasy Croek
Helen
John
Colmar
Lloyd Baker
Meldrum
Franka Boratra Turner
Curlis Langswouth
Squire Saylor
Sayler
Obituary for William A. Hughes of Middlesboro and Detroit
William A. Hughes longtime Middlesboro resident and Detroit native died suddenly Monday at Johnson City Veterans Hospital after years of declining health. He lived with Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Robinson and was known as Uncle. Survived by brothers Labor of Middlesboro and Frank of Detroit, nephews Alfred James Julius and Billy Morris, niece Edna Stigall formerly of Middlesboro and now in Detroit, and several other nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements incomplete. Body at Haker Funeral Home.
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William A. Hughes
Middlesboro
Detroit
Mich
Veteran’s Hospital
Johnson City
Tenn
Herbert Robinson
Labor
Middleshare
Frank
Alfred
James
Julius
Billy Morris
Edna Stigall
Middleshara
Flu outbreak hits Wayne County in Kentucky
State Health spokesman reports 6600 influenza cases in Wayne County during the past two weeks. With a 1950 census population of 16475, over one in three people affected. Kentucky totals 7100 statewide for late December to January, as outbreak spreads from Tennessee border. Heath officials plan field visits to Wayne County as epidemiologists assess the virus type and test lab specimens.
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UPI
State Department of Health
Wayne ‘County
Kentucky
Wayne County
Ohio
Tennessee
Tennessee- Kentucky
Dee
Shelby
KBA Seeks Tax Exemption for Press Media
The Kentucky Broadcasters Association votes to push legislation exempting newspapers radios and televisions from a proposed state sales tax. They want freedom for legal advertising by radio and TV and warn against censorship affecting business groups. The annual meeting is set for January 22 at the Brown Hotel in Louisville.
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Harlan
UPN
Kentucky Broadcasters Association
Woul
J. F Rancke Fox Jr
WHIN
Sta
Kentucky
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