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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1968

Page

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Four Buses Unable To Make Runs Today

Snowbound conditions disrupt school transport as four buses fail to run and others limit service. Everett Underwood, transportation director, cites heavy snow and safety blankets. students told to stay home or wait for later buses. Weather bureau forecasts light flurries tonight and Thursday with temperatures near the low 20s.

Aly Ramey Everett Mi. Underwood Underwood Atesko Filypatrick Joe Marsh Park Unileywood Loris Witsen High School Sts Cove Twrefore Sehank de Raleigh Coty Aremorial

Power Co Named In Damage Suit

ASSO DaMAge Sul Was filed Thursday in the Raleigh County Circuit Clerk's office by Billy R. and Genevieve Patrick against Appalachian Power Co and Ro. Boulezay Tnc of Charlotte. The Patricks own a residence in the Cambridge Estates at Daniel and say blasting during a power line construction damaged their home. They seek $5,000 in damages for a jury trial.

Raleiatt County Billy R Genevieve Appalachian Power Co Ro. Boulizay Tnc Charlotte Patricks Daniel Uhey C. Hevitosy Lilly Jalvicks

Politics heats Raleigh County filings for May primary

In Raleigh County the election season opens with filings in the county clerk’s office. Charles McGraw 43 of Bol Democrat filed for County Court member to succeed Charles Burdiss. Joe Rodrigues Democrat Justice of the Peace for Town District also filed. Cubby Bair Democrat filed for Executive Committee third ward. McGraw previously attended Traphil High and Booker College and has ties to veteran and civic groups. Filing closes midnight May 3 according to Clerk Harold Manks.

Raleigh County Crew Charles McGiw Bol WeGraw Charles Burdiss Joe Rodrigues Cubby" Bair McGraw Frances V. Tuiphrey Bookiey College Veteran of Foreign Ways Asleis County Raleigh County Young Democrate Club West Virginia Wesleyan College Harold Manks Whr Nuit

Legislative debate on equal sacrifices and district changes

The legislature discusses district reallocations from Ne to Rep Jon Stack in the Third. A prior session included a school building project and state aid plans. The governor notes the state needs about funds for roads and a new bend in infrastructure.

Lagan Keyes Init al Yaise

Okun to Become Youngest Council Chairman

Okun is set to take over and become the council's youngest ever chairman in 22 years. Described by friends as an economist, he aims to balance the budget as a core policy, stressing government role and long term economic health.

Okun Council of Economic Vaivigere Chup Zehool Shu Fie Vole

Two More Chicago Officers Linked to Ku Klux Klan

Police Superintendent Conlisk announced two additional Chicago officers identified as Ku Klux Klan members amid an inquiry into police loyalty. Names include Ernest Semet, 32, and William Harvey Plogger, 43, with others already named. several faced resignation or board hearings as investigations expand.

Cincago UHL Dames RB. Contisk Chicago Tresdhig Ku Klux Shakespeare Conlisk Cand Pingger Ferro Nick View al Polite Deiplinges Board Wien Dente

Pop Tax Debate Aims at State Budget Reallocation

Charleston officials discuss directing a proposed pop tax to the state's general fund to better track health spending at West Virginia University Medical Center. Governor Hulett Smith opposes the idea, while legislators hint at plans to preserve medical subsidies and graduate protections for doctors in the state future.

Charleston UPY Rowred of Public Works West Wiglala University Medical Center Howe G. Toialid Robort WVU Nut Hulett C. Smith Stith

West Germany to Dump Surplus Coal Into U S Market At Loss

Washington reports West Germany plans to dump surplus coal into the U S market at a loss of about $6.4 million. United Mine Workers President W A Boyle says German coal would sell for about $3 per ton in the U S while German production costs run around $14 per ton. He urges action against below cost coal sales and notes impacts on U S coal and balance of payments.

Washington Taw United West Germany Ulligetens U.S W. A. Boyle United Mine Workers Journal Germany Royle United States Basle Daminsiie Boyle Imines Dellire Novie U.K Boyde Gernisio

Neely files $100 million suit in bank case

Neely, a Hinton bank executive, filed a federal suit alleging misappropriation and false preserution related to funds at First National Bank of Hinton. The action grows from an August arrest and plea to misapplying $5,000, with three years probation.

Neely Camarleston Hinton Hheather Bank

Deaths and Funerals in Nashville and area

Obituary items report the deaths of Mrs. E Dickens 47 of Nashville and Mrs Gladys Mowery plus Myma Clark and others. Details include accident death near Sherman Texas, funeral arrangements at Woodlawn Cemetery Nashville and Robbins Funeral Home, and survivor lists with spouses children and relatives.

Obituary for Oren Miller and family notes

Oren Miller died at home in Wortsmouth Ohio after a heart attack. Born May 1 1929 at Laurel Creek, he was survived by his wife Violet Lampkin Miller, two daughters, five sons, two brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be Thursday at Melton Mortuary Chapel with Reverend Robert Parry presiding. Burial in Sweeneysville Cemetery.

Violet Lampkin Viniel Lampkin Wortsmouth Ohio Laurel Creek Mived Leared Creek Tite Johond Francine Stavney Tierbras Bank James Pontymouth Burg George Moly) Slane Panama Apd Darlohe Robby Bathmore Tte Canton Ronald Nursing Rgmie Ray Colne Whol Annte Jay Danin Abin Gina Miller Swringen Portsmaud Vaningee

Rites and D rites for anes darrene and others noted

Mrs H Scarborough of 12 Meyrick Street is to be laid to rest Thursday at Webb and Neal Memorial Gardens with Rev L Wing and Elder Eugene Nicol presiding. Funeral details include viewing at the Alineal home, interment at Bh Hidve Memorial Gardens, and survivors listed across multiple families. The obituary covers several relatives, memorials, and services, with callers invited after the service.

Anes Darrene Elvi Scarbrough Meyrick Weld Alglom Webb Gad Neal Panera Laver Wing Eugene Nicol Ehari Hidve Frivals Rowla Matheny Ravens Haag Branklint Joseph Orn Si County Stanley Zion Primative Baptist Chavet Beckley George Carlton MacArthur Grover Ngasset Clifford Woorrase Beckles Mars Elsie Elier Mark Moyd Ronda Matheny Ravenswood Massie Krvsztatik Chimbis Ohio Neal Porthrwas Baltimore Avanachildren Brandenit

President Signs War On Poverty Bill in Texas

President Johnson signed the 1.77 billion war on poverty bill after midnight, finalizing legislation passed by the first session of Congress. The total sums included 842.92 million for Appalachian development and 1.77 billion in allocations for the Office of Economic Opportunity which oversees the program.

San Antony Tex Johnson Auth Congress Office of Economic Opportunity

Heart Transplant Surges Ahead Amid Cape Town Turmoil

In a hectic sequence at Groote Schuur, heavy heart surgery news unfolds as Barnard and team report Washkansky’s improved condition while expressing optimism for Blaiberg. The operation scene includes racial policy notes and a beach incident involving Taunt, potentially a donor link, amid cautious official statements.

Muriel Haupt Clive Muller Fyson Tam Br. Blaiberg Baruied Mallerg Blaiberg Barvied South Vivien Bhulens Hinh Tall Ue Barnas United States Fish Hack Taunt Thaunt Cote Schur Hospital Jay Jost Manent

Woman Dies Following Lone Car Crash in Meadow Bridge

Mrs Reena Harris Famer of Meadow Bridge is reported dead after a single vehicle crash on June 19 1881 near Rian. She leaves a son, a daughter and four great grandchildren. The baby is at Dor Smathers Pundral Chapel in Past Hainelle.

Reema Mubiy Tarvis Meadow Bridge Ines Horn Rian Joh Mary Cox Jackie Eagene TM A Bator Bertha Pleshman Hainelle

Federal Court Takes Up BS Suspension Case at Bluefield State College

Federal Judge Sidney Christin interprets that the West Virginia Human Rights Commission lacks authority over public education. The State NAACP seeks permanent reinstatement for 10 students suspended after October demonstrations, arguing discriminatory enforcement of college rules. The students, eight Black and two white, have attended classes on temporary relief since their suspension.

Shunt Gue Dudge Sidney Christine West Virginia Human Rights Commission Whem Bluesfield State College Christiehen NAACP Hum Rights Commission Uneup Sidney Christie National Association For the Advancement of Colored People Naagr

Vietnam War Fatalities and Air Losses Reported

A U S spokesman cites casualties among Marines and Navy personnel in Viet Nam fighting. Reports say several Marines and a Navy corpsman died with others wounded while aiding farmers against Viet Cong forces. The text notes U.S. jets logged 142 missions targeting supply lines in the southern panhandle, hitting trucks trains and barges, with a Navy Crusader down and an airman rescued. The account mentions MIG engagements and a downed aircraft under unclear causes.

U.S

Carrier Returning SASERO Japsy CAPs The Kearsarge

The carrier Kearsarge left after a holiday pause in Vietnam actions. A fire gutted a enlisted men's wardroom injuring several sailors. The ship returned to duty as the conflict continued in the Gulf regions.

Sasero Searsarge Ace Canalan Gulf of Toukin

Funeral service for Fred Poindexter set in Richfield Inia Chapel

Funeral services for 55 year old Fred Poindexter will be held at 2 pm Friday at the Richfield India Funeral Parlor Chapel with Rev Frank Mills in charge. Burial will follow in Quorment Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 pm Saturday following a long illness.

Freal Poindexter Ritchield Inia

Vice President Covers Third Leg of African Tour

Vice President Kumphrey led a tour through Accra and Ghana visiting Akosombo on the Ameri-linanged Wall River project. He attended three days of celebrations marking Liberia’s sixth inauguration and toured a partially completed high school with officials present. He spent 85 minutes touring and discussed establishing a national award for teaching exemplars.

Accra Chana Hubert II Kumphrey J Liberia Monto William Tubwan

Funeral for Mrs Gardner set Thursday in Oak Hill chapel

Mrs Marie Gardner EAMSTI SOTVINES MONATES of Oak Hill will be laid to rest Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Thomas Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Barley officiating. Burial will be in the Shying Cemetery. Mrs Gardner died Saturday at Albion hospital after a long illness. She was the widow of Hershey T Gardner and lived in Oak Hill. Surviving are her husband, three sons, three daughters, three sisters, four brothers, and four grandchildren. Friends may call today at the funeral home.

Gladys Mowery Myma Clark Sks Gladys Ford Fae Muowery Meber Ritchie and Johnson Ina Gerry St Inja Foneilness Beckley Saver William and Stella Temonford Eamsti Sotvines Monates Wivie Tee Ays

Addicts Start Riot at Rehab Center in Norco

At the California Rehabilitation Center in Norco inmates seized control of the facility during a riot that began around 1 p.m. on Monday. Rioters set fires, damaged buildings, and attacked guards, with nine inmates injured, four by gunshot. One inmate, Leray White, 37, Los Angeles, died after surgery 12 hours later. The incident involved over 1,000 residents and led to the removal of inmates to other housing as officials attempted to restore order.

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George Butcher Dies After Heart Attack in Oak Tilt

George Butcher, longtime miner and labor union supporter, died Tuesday at his home in Oak Tilt after a heart attack. He worked for New fiver and Pacahontas Cont Cg at Minden and was a member of Avenue Church of God and the United Mine Workers of America. Burial followed at Tigh ali Memorial Park, with services at the Avenue Church of God. Daughter Dorothy Wop of Miami and others, including Alien Twerge of Savannah, mourn his loss. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday.

George Butcher Vwata Petey Tyree Wyneral Oak Tilt Eitho Tighali Memorial Park Oak Will Butcher Huspine New Fiver Pacahontas Minden Avenue Church of God Mine Workers of America Auryivey Inchide Mars Hess Dutasow Huy Viler Pam

Reopening Of Schools May Cause Asian Flu Outbreaks

Asian flu fears rise as schools reopen across the nation. Health officials warn two weeks of return to classrooms could trigger outbreaks. NEDC lists 22 states with outbreaks or potential cases and reports rising urban deaths. Western states largely spared. Florida, Virginia cite probable and possible cases.

Atlanta Alyonteeiyn NEDC Cal Testiay New York City Wetronolitan Tealth Edward O'owke New Jersey Sonmontte County Medical Malcolm B. Gilman ONCOG Roel Pavl White Deparkaent Massachusetts NCDC Zinland United States NODC Thm Licenk California Ohio Ayylor Washinnston Acsadasbon Tennisgee Arkansas Poeun Vani Mehvaskil North Cage Wi South Carolina Kentucky Tons

Ford Joins In Raising Car Prices

Ford Motor Company joins General Motors, Chrysler, and American Motors in boosting vehicle prices by 23 to 32 dollars per car. The rise, effective immediately, follows federal safety rules requiring front shoulder harnesses in new cars. Critics accuse automakers of using the mandate to claim excess profits while blaming government costs. The price hikes are under discussion as auto makers respond to safety mandates and market demand.

Detroit Ford Motor Maton Leo Dave General Motors Corp Chesser Corp American Motors Corp Washington Autocritic Judor Nader Che Stutewyber

Castro Orders Gas Rationing Amid Ninth Year Rally

The Cuban leader Castro marks his ninth year in power with a speech defending compulsory gas rationing linked to shortages and a push for women in military service. He vows austerity and warns of Western pressure while Cuba faces oil limits from Soviet allies.

Mavana Upi Cana Pew Prograts Ireimier Castro Castro Ordor Ta Catlan Havana Revolusekay Cuba Stre Ori United Sikes Sunny Thor

Fragmented holiday notes hint at cautious outlooks

A garbled United Press summary references holiday timing and cautious expectations, noting efforts to reduce deaths and safety around New Year rituals. The text mentions a vigil, a tunnel event, and various numeric placeholders, but details remain unclear and partially obscured.

Arivers United Press

Court Opens Jan 8 Grand Petit Jurors Named

The Rays fieigh County Criminal Court opens its January term with grand and petit jurors selected. Names include Myrlie Jarvel of Miner, Wayne of Lester, Javeell and Tarvis of Coal City, Mary Tearsley of Mirway, and many others from Shady Spring, Sprague, Spruce Street, and surrounding areas. Jurors reported at 9 a.m. for the 498 dollar term.

Prtit Arid Raysfieigh County Criminal Court Fares Spore Myrlie .Jarvel Min Ier Winfield Wayne Lester Carl Javeell Earl Tar

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