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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1960

Page

8

Seek To Wed In Carolina Heiress, Chauffeur Run Away 2nd Time

In Dillon South Carolina AP report ties the tale of heiress Gamble Benedict and her 35 year old suitor as a Paris attempt to wed unravels. A judge indicated the couple could not wed yet while a return to New York and a wardship cloud loom. Benedict's family opposes the match and Paris authorities await further action.

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East Gulf Man Executed Bond After Murder Charge

An East Gulf man was released from Raleigh County Jail after posting a $5 bond for appearance before the Grand Jury. The bond followed an arrest connected to the fatal shooting of Beatrice Yancy Hairston, who died at Wyoming General Hospital after an incident involving the accused.

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Bookmobile Route Set For Thursday

The schedule lists stops at Shady Speng General Store and Rika Past with times around early afternoon. Pemberton Post Office at 1:00 pm and Shurmate's Grocery in Coal City noted. Lunarly, Lillybrooke and Midwing offices appear with 1:80 to 3:9 pm windows.

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Charge Dismissed When License Found

A charge of selling beer without a city beer license was dismissed against J. Z. Wille, BS, South Fayette Street, after he produced his license at the City Police Headquarters. White, operator of the Chicken Box, South Fayette Street, was cited for lacking a license but failed to show one. he said he was painting the interior and had misplaced the license.

J. Z. Wille South Fayette Steet White

Trio Pleads Guilty in Break In Case in Raleigh Court

In Raleigh County Criminal Court three defendants Fayth Dork Gray, Phillip Gideon, and Tames Mrankiin Bert pleaded guilty to breaking and entering the Wilkes Distributing Co on Tisenhower Drive. They were placed on probation and fined $5 on the indictment and face further supervision.

Hranmisge Tames Mrankiin Bert, Gray’ Fayth Dork Phillip Gideon More Wilkes Distributing Co Tisenhower Drive

Jawn event set for April 18 and political notes amid world tension

Shortening The News reports from page Oued Jawn notes an April 18 event and debates over a conference resumption. Western powers urge Deputy Foreign Minister Valerian Zorin to obtain Moscow instructions at Geneva. Peter Pan creator James M. Barrie-related mention appears amid obituaries and state briefs on West Virginia planning aid, murder trial arguments, and regional civic actions.

Requiem Mass for Rosa Polinski at St Francis de Sales

Mrs Rosa Polinski dies in local hospital after short illness born in Italy November 4 187? daughter of Antonio and Teresa Assilano. Survived by two sons Fred and Cam and a daughter Mrs Rosa Tarsilino with 49 grandchildren. Funeral at St Francis de Sales with Rosary and burial at Sunset Memorial Park.

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Mrs Bona Martin Funeral Services Held

Mrs Bona Martin 72 died Sunday in Hun-Lneton hospital. Funeral services will be Thursday at the Church of God Harper Heights with Elder J J Richardson in charge. Burial at Greenwood Memorial Park. Survivors include two brothers Welch Payne Roanoke Va.

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Deaths and Funerals Emmet Roy Long

Funeral services for Emmet Roy Long 42 of Keyrock will be held at 2g pm in the Chapel of Gol Jackson Hill with Rev Stolle Pausuys. Burial in Wie Perdice Cemetery Pineville. He died 910 pm Monday in Mullens hospital after two year illness. He worked as a miner for Marianna Smoxeless Coal Co in Rockevlewn 1028. He was a son of Waller Log Mullens and Mrs Lackle Farley Lona Holmes Marianna. Surviving: wife Aihie Sumpson Long, one son Richard and five daughters Pansy Juanita Linda Bonnie and Lorene all of Rockview. The body will be taken to the evidence at 4 pm Thursday from Robertson and Fogle ong Funeral Some Pineville. Casper Payne Chailan Vad and two sisters Miss Dennie Payne Providence A. 1. and Miz. Jena Plumbar Philadelphia Pa. Trent Funeral Home and the Tour of the services

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Bank Expansion Reveals Major Lobby and Office Redesign

Plans detail relocation of tellers to opposite lobby side, creation of new mezzanines for trust department and offices, and a rear executive suite. A revised lobby ceiling, walnut fixtures, murals, and automatic heat will modernize the six story building. Local contractors Meadows and Thornhill firm lead with Mezzanines, stair access, and a new elevator to connect floors and penthouse.

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Wisconsin Primary Showed Kennedy Narrow Victory

Kennedy edged Humphrey in Wisconsin as Nixon trailed with a wobbling third. The race touched Milwaukee and Kenosha with strong labor and agricultural support, while leaders praised the grassroots turnout and pressed for unity ahead of West Virginia.

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How Earth Might Reach Galactic Partners With Signals

A speculative piece by Drake envisions then modern Earth radio signals reaching alien civilizations, using hydrogen-frequency emissions as a likely beacon. It discusses how humans might greet extraterrestrials, exchange TV signals, and establish a shared language, while noting the risks of hostile contact and the slow pace of technological progress.

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House Debates Deforted Measure By Vinson Committee Chair

Contested proceedings show Chairman Carl Vinson guiding a deforo ted measure amid language shifts and alleged influence peddling. A substitute bill approved 2 8 sets forfeiture of retirement pay after two years, replacing earlier pay terms and government sales notes.

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Oak Hill Man Released Today on Charges

Philip Galehouse of Oak Hill was released from Raleigh County Jail at 7:40 am after a charge of illegal parking and drunkenness. Two federal prisoners were moved to Kanowtta County jail by a U.S. deputy marshal. James Ellison Samdon-on-Ganley, and Frederick H. Bigelow of Keystone faced forgery and interstate motor vehicle charges.

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Not Leaving Board at Pineville Meeting

Pineville board member Gilbert Gunde did not resign from the village board duties. He relinquished the presidency to G. F. Munity and remains a board member with ongoing duties on the Pineville Board of Education.

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Old Statehouse Crowd Backing Barron-Smith in Race

The Associated Press reports whisky beer and spin merchants back W. W. Barron and Harold T. Neerly notes MPs say Hay R. Pauley’s withdrawal shows Democratic leadership shifts. Smith pins Barron as old statehouse machine with serial interests. Newley counters Barron has broad support from various social groups. Pauley announces withdrawal, plans to counter Smith.

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California passes controversial vehicle ownership controls

Unclear OCR text outlines proposed California rules on used car ownership transfer and licensing. Mentions county or district exemptions, timelines for vehicles, and references to Department of Public Health and private laboratories. Names and other details are garbled.

Korean Bonus Details From Veterans Event

A Veterans Bonus program update notes West Virginia issued 8.7 million dollars in checks since 1953. Director Collier J. of the Veterans Minuts Department attended the ceremony where Underwood highlighted veteran and survivor benefits and the ongoing payments to World War II and Korean War veterans.

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Campaign Rally Draws Large Turnout in Raleigh County

DON WOOSUN of the Raleigh County Kennedy for President Club said he expects a large turnout for a rally in the enmibhouse. The county chairman noted strong volunteer support as the club aims to boost support ahead of Senter Kermody's visit to a site fea.

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