New Year's pause eyed as U S planes downed in Vietnam
U S sources report President Nixon ordered a brief New Year pause in North Vietnam bombing. Four American planes were shot down, with one helicopter lost, an American killed and another wounded. The tally since December 18 reaches at least 26 aircraft downed, with ongoing raids and mixed casualty figures. Hanoi claims 33 B52s shot down, while Saigon reports several clashes including shelling near Hue and Da Nang.
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Four Montreal drunks take free graves offer
Four people have accepted the Montreal Rotary Club and cemetery offer of a free grave for those who intend to drink and drive over New Year weekend. Applicants must pre register at Montreal Memorial Park and be notified by phone to confirm registration.
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Sadat Orders War Preparations Across Egypt Govdecrees
President Anwar Sadat ordered immediate war preparations, setting up 24 governorate committees with himself heading a national body and Aziz Sidku chairing a subcommittee. He pledged to mobilize the nation for battle and seek Arab coordination for a prolonged conflict with Israel.
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County Sheriff Considers Dismissal Followed by Attorney Review
Mills reappears before commissioners and rescinds his statement about dismissing deputies. He will not act until after consulting an attorney and discusses civil service procedures. Officials also accept car insurance bid for deputies and approve rezoning 75 acres in Glen Daniel from rural to commercial.
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Bolivia Named After Simon Bolivar’s Liberator Legacy
Bolivia is named for Simon Bolivar, the celebrated liberator who helped found five nations. The historic designation highlights his role in shaping independence across Latin America including Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, and Peru.
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Raleigh Restater Published by BCALEY Newspapers Corp
Raleigh edition published by Bcale y Newspapers Corporation at 25801 Prince Street, with all departments listed and telephone details.
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Big Bands Set for Inauguration in Charleston
Arch Moore's second inauguration will feature Duke Ellington and Lionel Hampton. The Inaugural Committee will fund the acts without state money, with a gala dinner at the Civic Center and an official Ball at the Capitol. Hampton’s concert is free, Ellington’s ball is a formal state event.
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1972 West Virginia crash toll rises during holiday period
West Virginia reports 22 traffic fatalities this year with 13 additional deaths over 1971 after the New Year counting period begins at 6 p.m. Friday. Four deaths last New Year weekend in the Mountain State.
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Managua Earthquake Relief Struggles for Food and Aid
Managua reels from the earthquake as Red Cross and international aid flood in while 50 000 to 60 000 tons of food await distribution. Looting and price gouging prompt government warnings as hospitals and relief centers mobilize 300 000 homeless residents.
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Six Nabbed In Huntington Drug Raid
In Huntington West Virginia six young suspects including a man and his wife were arrested in an apartment raid. Authorities seized two pounds of marijuana LSD hits two water pipes and other drug paraphernalia and an unknown quantity of pills. All six faces possession charges with bonds set at 7500 for five defendants and 10000 for Richard Harvey. McGuffin faces an additional resisting arrest charge.
Woman Hit By Car Killed In Weirton Intersection
Lydia Bixler, 78, of Weirton, was killed Thursday after being struck by a car at an intersection in Weirton, police reported.
Thieu tightens party rules amid Democracy party push
The new amendment to the political party law requires branches in at least a quarter of villages across 44 provinces and 5 percent voter enrollment per area within three months. Parties must contest all elections and win 20 percent of seats or votes, with president race rules needing 25 percent of the vote if pursued. Critics question Thieu’s use of emergency powers after signing the decree.
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Burdiss Elected Court President for 1973
The Raleigh County Court today elected Charles Burdiss president for the year starting January 1 1973. Burdiss succeeds Commissioner Walter James as court president. The court re appointed Commissioner Minor Scott to the Planning and Joining Commission for 1973 and re appointed James to the WVU Cooperative Extension Service board of directors.
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Transient Steven Maule Killed in Wellsburg Crash
Steven L. Maule, 48, a transient who had lived in many cities, was struck and killed Wednesday by a car along West Virginia Route 27 near Wellsburg. State Police reported the fatality and noted Maule’s nearest relative resided in Davis.
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Deaths and Funerals Full of Local Names
Funeral notices list Mrs. Julia Ann Aaron of Baltimore and Mrs. Lucy Shumate Blevins of Midway among the deceased. Details cover dates, birthplaces, survivors, and service arrangements with multiple Beckley and Oak Hill connections.
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Scientists warn against rapid genetic research on test tube babies
A lawyer and a biochemist urged caution at the AAAS meeting, warning that advancing gene manipulation could enable test tube babies and human cloning. Harold Green called for slowed research and potential international controls, while Robert Martin stressed careful progress to maximize medical benefits and limit risks.
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Bombs Hit Irish Border Towns as Troops Move In
Irish troops reinforced border towns Belturbet Clones and Pittigoe after Thursday bomb blasts that killed two teenagers and injured over a dozen. Police blamed Protestant extremists from the north. the IRA condemned the attacks.
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Thai official recalls embassy siege talks with guerrillas
Dawee describes meeting guerrillas who held the Israeli Embassy on a sacred Thai day. He says they released hostages after negotiations, urged not to trigger an Arab Thai clash, and suggested flying them to Cairo with Egyptian help.
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Elephant seals lack external ears despite great size
Elephant seals can reach lengths of 17 feet and weights above 5,000 pounds. Scientists note they have no external ears.
Funeral services set for George M. Kellman in Beckley
George M. Kellman 69 of 428 Hull Street a 25 year Raleigh County Bank employee dies at Duke University Hospital after a short illness He was born December 6 1903 in Milwaukee Wisconsin A World War II veteran he belonged to St Stephen Episcopal Church Elks Lodge Beckley and has surviving brother Frank Kellman Denver Colorado three sisters Isabell Crosby San Francisco Martha Ashworth Beckley Ruth Kellman Beckley Pallbearers are Ivey Oglesby George Haldane Herman Smith Fred Myer William F Watts Bob McCallister Honorary pallbearers will be Raleigh County National Bank officers and directors Friends may call at Rose and Quesenberry Funeral Home Peace Chapel today from 7 to 9 p.m.
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Police seek three stolen kangaroos in suburban villa raid
A 97 year old man, Enrico Clark, reports thieves stole three kangaroos and four Patagonian hares from his suburban villa on Thursday. He doubts the purpose of stealing kangaroos and fears the hares may have been killed and eaten.
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