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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1968
Page
1
Pope Paul says the truce extension is encouraging as Allies seek peace. He urges reconciliation and practical steps toward an end to hostilities, noting peace requires shared effort and prayer.
Australia’s first quintuplets, born to Roger and Mary Brabaw in Tenterfield New South Wales, are said to be doing well. Pediatrician Grantley Stauble postponed a full weigh-in past the first 48 hours to avoid disturbing the newborns as the family adjusts to six children under one roof.
Johnson met with Pope in Rome amid tensions over Vietnam peace efforts and US diplomacy. The Vatican reportedly pressed for a clear stance on extending the Christmas ceasefire and the Pope expressed concern over ongoing bombing and outside interference.
Snow and freezing temperatures marked the first day of 1968 across West Virginia. Temperatures ranged from the mid teens to the low 30s with snowfall accumulating five to seven inches in Mineral County and near record lows in other areas. Hazardous driving warnings were issued as icy roads and extremely slick conditions persisted, with road crews reporting reduced speeds on major highways and the Mountain State Pike maintaining a 33 mph limit.
Noyes Smith a prominent businessman and banker died today in Charleston. He chaired Kandwdit Banking Trust Co and led Wanawha City Co and Kanawha Co. survivors include family and notable figures. Smith played college basketball at Virginia Tech and West Virginia University, also football, with funeral at Kanawha Presbyterian Church Tuesday at 2 pm.
After 39 hours of negotiations the Transport Workers Union and the Transit Authority reached a voluntary settlement ending a two year strike threat. Mayor Lindsay presided as the agreement was approved by the mediation panel and submitted for union ratification, with no immediate subway fare change expected.
Humphrey visits Monrovia Libyria on day two of his nine nation tour with wife and a tape recording, sharing New Year wishes. He greets the American community with Ambassador Brown and visiting ambassadors, as discussion turns to possible U S aid and Tubman letters.
Reporting on continued Vietnam combat actions and ceasefire tensions. US aircraft conducted reconnaissance while pilots remained missing in action or feared dead. South Vietnamese and Allied forces faced ongoing shelling and limited engagements around Dak To and near Saigon as ceasefire debates persisted.
Ambrose Browning funeral services for Anbrose Browning 85 of Minden held at Oak Hill with Reverend Ball officiating. Final interment at Saint Vrlends Cemetery. James Retched Kelly of Mishorne Roca died April 4 at White Oak. Surviving relatives listed. services to be held in Claeie nali Ohio with later transfers to Tappahankork Virginia for family rites.
Mrs Gertrude Lively RENIUS dies after a long illness in Cleveland hospital. Survivors include two daughters Katie PosNesipeake City Ma and tied Dixon Newark OH, plus siblings Richard Wilson Katte Mont and AL Lafferty Clover Janes. Funeral services for Lanne Len Cook 54 Pineknob at New Hope Baptist Church. Cook Cemetery in Ar Nott. Bodies returned to Armstrong Funeral Home Whiteside for 2 p.m. service.
NEW ORLEANS Six persons were killed when a two engine charter plane plunged into Lake Pontchartrain about two miles off New Orleans. Civil Air Patrol identified the pilot as Col William Reid a retired Army officer. The victims included three sailors from the U S Navy and two airmen. Details of ages and hometowns were not immediately available.
Weather continued from page one reports about 74 people used the facilities Sunday. Attendees enjoying the winter sports at the slopes came from Huntington Bluefield Princeton and Charleston along with Beckley.
Multiple obituaries from a rural Virginia West Virginia area listing deaths, survivors, and funeral details. Mrs Bessie Adkins of Mayesville is mourned with sons James and Jack and other relatives. Lawrence Vealey of Whitesville dies after long illness, veteran of World War II, with funeral at Armstrong Funeral Home Whitesville. Doll Veales of Whitesville, starved by long illness, funeral set at Pineknob. Dodd Payne Funeral Home, Rose and Qvesenterty, and details for remaining survivors and services.
Michigan's Fred Poindexter reports from India that Governor Romney will discuss aid and university projects with Prime Minister Gandhi. The delegation includes Cleveland residents Judith Poindexter and Susie Poindexter, traveling to New Delhi for talks on education, agriculture, and economic cooperation.
In a costly factory program at an export firm, workers vote to add a half hour daily of unpaid production to boost output. Buchanan, 43, dies at home after the plan spreads to 240 employees. burial set at New Richmond Cemetery. Friends may attend the funeral in Multeny. The campaign prompts other firms to consider the same extension.
The West Liberty State College building plan outlines an $18 million program including a $6 million library expansion and student facilities upgrades. Proposals also call for a $900,000 student union addition, a $140,000 faculty housing project, and two residence halls costing about $3 million.
Murray, 48, says he aims to begin the day with a cigarette but notes an early morning cough when attempting his routine. He mentions doing it his way despite health concerns and lingering respiratory irritation.
Four children died in a West Baltimore duplex fire early Tuesday. The victims were Yvette age 7 Sean 5 Patricia 4 and Andrew 3, all the children of Mrs Rosemary Smith. Fire responders and investigators worked through the night as authorities confirmed the blaze.
Rosie Gibson 56 of Oakel died Sunday after a long illness at Beckley hospital. Funeral at 1 am Wednesday at Terce Funeral Home Chapel Oake HUM with Rena Cartos Lewis in charge, burial at Wirh Lawn Memorials Park Gale Ill. Survived by husband Jake Jlenry A Gilson a son Ralph yin Oak Hill and three sisters Mrs Ure ya Adouarnish Lester Mrs Stacie Manley Deepwater and Craig Orchard. Grandchildren and a great granddaughter survive. friends may call after 6 pm Tuesday.
Funeral arrangements are announced for Loraine Burgess of Route 1 Oak JVM and Tivvidl .Fantaine Weld of Glen Morgan. Burgess died at Montgomery hospital after prolonged illness and her body is at the Pyree Pee usvat Home in Oak Mill. Weld, 13, will be laid to rest Tuesday at 2 pm at the Cative Funeral Tome Chapel with Rev. Nell W roy officiating. Burial at Wildcar Cemetery. Pallbearers are members of the Young People’s Sunday School Class of the Fitden Community Church. The boy died at 9:510 am Sunday at home after a long illness. Born June 4, 195 le, he was a son of Fontaine and Ramona Wink Waid of Glen Morgan, with survivors including siblings and grandparents named in the notice.
Final rites for Avistit Dett Starr 59 of Shady Spring occur 2 pm Wednesday at Rose and Quesenberry Pence Chapel with Rev. Joe Taiaine in charge. Burial follows in Swisek Memorial Park. Starr, a Norfolk and Western Railway brakeman, died after a heart attack. Survivors include wife Mildred Wells Starr, daughter Lennie Sweeney of Beckley, four siblings, and several grandchildren.
Dallas Farris graveside services were held for Palas Wayne Parris two month old son of Mrs. Walter JR Purcis Jr of Midway at Coal Cemetery in Sophia. The infant, born October 13, had been ill since birth. Surviving relatives include parents, three brothers Walter Vincent Wallace Vernon and Billy Ray all at home paternal grandparents Mr and Mrs Walter E Farris Jr Canton Ohio and maternal grandmother Mrs Elva Keeton Midway.
Mrs Bernice Lengyel 42 an organ recorder for Sylvester dies from head injuries after a head on collision. Funeral at Sylvester Methodist Church at 3 p.m. Rev Chirtnee Winkler to officiate. Burial Pine Grove Cemetery Organs. Survived by husband Jo, and two children Janice and Larry. Father Vernie Toney Whitesville and sisters Nira Christine Pauley Dorothy Bond. Body at Armstrong Funeral Home Whitesville.
Charleston dispatch reports Governor Smith defers naming a successor and weighs options among three frontrunners. He mentions funding needs for bridges, safety projects, and highway taxes while contemplating tax structure reforms. Reapportionment of congressional districts and a special session loom as legislature considers essential revenue measures.
Reports from Cape Town state surgeon Christiaan Barnard planned a second transplant after a patient received a donor heart. The first transplant involved a young woman who survived 18 days. Barnard returned from London and aimed to start the second operation upon arrival, with B-positive blood type noted as a rare match.
London reports the New Year honors list honors nine industrialists with knighthoods as Prime Minister Wilson emphasizes growth and export strength. Among honorees are Sir Harry Parkington of a leading line, Col Derek Pritchard chairing the National Export Council, Anthony Geddes of Dunlop, and Ian Davis Brown of the David Brown firm. other named figures cover various sectors from policing to media.
Moscow University professor seeks asylum in Britain after fleeing via New Delhi where Indian and Soviet officials clashed over his defection. A London-bound jetliner carried Magnate 28 with Scotland Yard escort as Indira Gandhi granted limited trade moves amid the standoff.
Former President Harry S Truman and wife Bess, aged 82, welcomed their daughter Margaret and three of her sons at Municipal Airport near Kansas City. The couple dressed warmly as frigid temperatures marked the start of the year.
Las Vegas owners of the Dunes Motel staged a bareback extravaganza for about 90 guests during a holiday weekend. A finale included a unique pigeons release and a ringside performer who paused at a tabite before returning for the curtain. Elsewhere, Jet Rol engineers work on jet engines to support a planned Augie-French transport and related aviation developments.
Fairmont based Air Force Captain Menard Jones was commended for his role in ground operations northeast of Saigon. The officer, son of Mr. and Mrs. HL Martael Toes, is a Faog Super Suben pilot assigned to Thi Cat Air Base. Jones provided close air support during enemy engagements, flying from Viet Nam theater. He attended Liv eourt East High School and West Virginia University and is married to Barbara Person.
In Manila a New Year's Eve party turned violent as armed bandits forced entry, killed a host and abducted the host’s wife and seven children. Security guards were overwhelmed. attackers stole about $500 in cash and jewelry. Police pursued the suspects as the drama unfolded at the residence.
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