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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1977
Page
2
Calvin Atkins testified in Harrison County Circuit Court that he acted in self defense after a scuffle with Joseph Shaffer during an argument over the Shaffer family. He said Shaffer pulled a handgun and Atkins fired his own shot.
Chrysler will idle 9,500 workers at Hamtramck and Ford will lay off 4,800 across Dearborn Metuchen and San Jose for one week. Chrysler adds a four door Volare and Aspen model during the shutdown as importers report fuel efficient foreign cars breaking sales records.
Investigating officers report two motorcycle attackers opened fire on Buback and his driver, killing the Federal Prosecutor and injuring another, as he had previously convicted terrorists including Baader Meinhof gang members.
President Carter unveils a four thrust plan to abandon plutonium fuel using budget power and diplomacy rather than new laws. He suspends the Oak Ridge breeder program and rejects funding for Allied General and reprocessing, seeking nonproliferation talks with about 20 nations while backing uranium fuel supply legislation.
Federal disaster aid covers housing options and repairs for flood victims including temporary housing for up to a year, minimal repairs, mortgage or rent assistance for 12 months, disaster unemployment, and loans. It also lists agricultural aid, food coupons, individual grants up to 5000 dollars, legal services, counseling, Social Security and Veteran benefits, and on-site centers with HUD and SSA representatives.
Lawmakers continue work on road bond issuance and abolishing the Commerce Department while considering Senate cuts to community mental health funding. A bid to repeal the 3 percent sales tax failed 74 to 19 in the House. Gov. Rockefeller reportedly supported amending a Senate bill to the measure, but resistance and procedural hurdles prevailed. The Easter program at Ghent Freewill Baptist Church features play The Old Rugged Cross with a cast including Nora Adkins and Jeannie Myers, and an Easter Sunrise Service is planned for 6 a.m. Sunday.
Rep Nick Joe Rahall and Rep Bob Daniel lead a House approval 404 to 0 for a sick pay exclusion. The 1976 tax measure preserves a $5200 deduction for sickness or disability income this year. The Senate Finance Committee has approved similar legislation.
The Reverend Johnny Jones of Turkey Ridge Baptist Church Oceana Jesse Road reminds the public that the Grim Reaper will be shown at the high school Saturday starting at 7 p.m. The Turkey Ridge Church sponsors the film event.
The Third Century Arts Council meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Raleigh County Public Library on North Kanawha Street. John Hennin from Charleston will discuss City Spirit and present a related film.
The forecast predicts cold weather Friday for the north and central Pacific coast with light snow inland over the Rockies. Warmer conditions are expected in the Southwest and western Plains while most of the eastern half remains cool.
Local forecast notes fair and warmer through the period with highs in the 60s and lows in the 30s. River Greenbrier at 23 feet and falling. Lake Bluestone at 67 feet, muddy and falling with 13 gates open. Hinton gauge at 8 feet.
Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin announces resignation as head of the Labor party and withdraws from next month’s elections on national radio and TV. The 55 year old veteran diplomat and general has sparked a leadership struggle within Labor as U S initiated peace efforts in the Middle East face a setback.
Officials report 1 811 federally subsidized flood insurance policies totaling 33.3 million dollars purchased in the disaster area. About 30 million dollars from the Presidents Disaster Relief Fund has been expended. Charity groups and government agencies deliver food clothing medicine and other items as more supplies move from a Charleston warehouse. State Police and National Guard increase checkpoints to protect relief work and curb curiosity seekers.
A trailer owned by Ralph Pugh of Beaver and rented by William and Sandra Harvey of Hein The Trap Hill was engulfed in flames before Trap Hill and Beaver volunteer fire departments arrived. Six men from Beaver and 25 from Trap Hill fought the fire. all Harvey family possessions were burned. Donations contact Anna Lee Bailey at 252-5044.
The Modern Woodmen of America sponsor a Faster Egg Hunt at Bradley Elementary School on Saturday at 11 a.m. Ages 12 and under are divided into groups. Prizes will be awarded for each child.
A mobile home in Amigo was burned to total loss in a 3 a.m. fire. No occupants were present. Rhodell Volunteer Fire Department reported about $4,000 in damage and an unknown cause. Firefighter Joe Farruggia provided the details.
Beckley publication notes subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, including six months and three months options, with sales tax details for West Virginia addresses and mail service policy. The notice lists prices and tax amounts and explains tax handling for out of state mailings.
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