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Governor Smith’s 1965 Triumphs and Tumult in West Virginia
Governor Smith presided over a relatively smooth 1965 legislature, backing limited constitutional convention attempts that failed. Major moves included killing capital punishment, reorganizing agencies, and raising salaries, while scandals at Lakin State Hospital and dredging fights clouded the year. State needs rose as federal funds flowed, foreshadowing budget pressures for roads and schools.
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