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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1968

Page

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Four die as sea fire destroys two story dwelling in Rector

Four people died Sunday in a Rector Pennsylvania house fire that leveled a two story dwelling. Westmoreland County coroner named Valentine Otha Taggitins Jr 33 wife Patricia 28 daughter Kathleen 4 and f anquino 2 as victims.

Penassivania Rector West- Worcant County Taggletins Asi Valentine Otha Patricia Kathleen Facquel Ino Charles B. Palmer Fio New York Times Amityville, N.Y Palmer IMS Simon and Schuster

Seven Silver Bridge victims still missing in river disaster

Rescuers recovered three more bodies raising the toll to 33 while seven others remain missing from the Silver Bridge collapse. Harold Cundiff of Winston-Salem was identified among the recovered, with the truck driver surviving. River search efforts involve over 560 volunteers, Coast Guard crews, and Army engineers with dragging planned for next weekend.

Hant Plenangye Oupt Silver Bridge Harold Considiff Winston-Salem N. C Ohio River Bate Cundiff Henpis Freight Lines Welle Am Kitmonitsan King N.C Brookfield Ohio Altert BE Adler Gal Tipolis Monza Luther Parst Chesire Oia Lake County Painesche Darst Bristol, Tenn Fhx Wason County Civil Defense John Wilson Wason Ison U. S. Coast Guard Army Corps of Engineres Mason County Civil Defense Office

Fatal car wreck linked to crime case in Charleston area

Cecil Miller, 32, killed in a December night auto crash is named by police as father of a girl found murdered and raped. Investigators say Miller’s car struck another vehicle and he died at hospital. The investigation involves Helen Miller’s death and a suspect in the rape and murder, with a growing case against a suspect identified by authorities.

Fort Lauderdale Fatear Hil Wis Pat Coett Miller Mire Druiman Pineler Charleston W. Wagin Miller Pawohnan Antillon Hospital Millen Helen Miller Valice Nore Sylvia

Humphrey Heads Guests At New Ford's Theater

Washington reports Vice President Hubert Humphrey dedicates restored Ford's Theater as a national shrine to Lincoln, noting a three decade effort and nearly 3 million dollars. The piece also covers a world transplant patient story and related reactions.

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Theater decor revived with Lincoln relics on view

In a glimpse of history the interior gleams with plush decor from eight theater visits as a recreated walnut chair and crimson sofa sit near a stage once graced by Lincoln. Officials discuss restoring the Washington area reservoir and funding for Ford's Theater site preservation amid ongoing debates.

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Rockefeller Eyes Spring Bid If Romney Falters in Primaries

United Press report notes Gov. Nelson Rockefeller could enter the presidential race if Gov. George Romney falters in New Hampshire and Wisconsin primaries. Romney warns that backers of early victories must remain realistic. A Gallup poll shows Nixon leading GOP prospects with 42 percent, Rockefeller near 27, Romney 12, and Reagan 5.

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Kennedy and Fulbright Clash Over Vietnam Peace Push

Senator Robert F. Kennedy warned that America’s moral position would be intolerable if Washington misses Hanoi’s peace overtures. Senator J. William Fulbright said he might persuade President Johnson to alter Vietnam policy, noting Clifford’s potential cabinet role could curb independence but allow debate on strategy.

Robert F. Kennedy DNY America Manoi Kennedy CBS Hanoi U. S Mso O Sen. J William Fullright Mary Clwk Cliffeed Johnson Vela Arkanzis Democrat Clifford Pulbright Paralee Tanagh Fulbright NBC

Staggers Seeks Re Election in Second District

CHARLESTON UPI Rep Harry S staggers Democrat from Keyser files for re election to Congress in the Second District. The day also saw state senate filings with Hans Rie Cowrl Democrat for the 12th District and Donald Chaney of Chester seeking the Republican nomination in the First District.

Staggers Charleston UPI Harry 0 Coyser Lalay Congress Stregers House of Representatives State Senate Secretary Hubert J. Ballas Hans McCourt Cwebster Gird Donald Chaney Chester Etess Harley Sora Keyser Secord Senate Hans Rie Cowrl Rom Webster Springs 12Th Yistriet Danci Chaney Wom Chester Flint Tisviet

Hanoi paper calls for immediate end to bombing

Nhan Dan, the chief organ of Ho Chi Minh, condemns U S bombing after Johnson's Vietnam address. It says the United States has no right to seek conditional terms, and warns talks must be prompt and sincere for any progress. The piece casts the timing as an American bid to force Vietnamese surrender.

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Protesters Gathered as Nuclear Carrier Enterprise Visits SASERO

About 19 000 unionists filled Enterprise SASERO for a protest against the nuclear powered carrier Enterprise. A scuffle left two work jets and two policemen slightly injured. Many crewmen of the York's only Miclomr powered carrier joined the turnout before leaving for Viclowmn waters.

Enterprise Sasero Japan UPI Apaul York Jagan Viclowmn Waters

Deaths And Funerals: David Earl Gill

David Earl Gill 20 of Beckley died Sunday after sustaining injuries in an automobile crash earlier this month. Born August 3, 1947, he was a son of Claude and Evelyn Gill. He lived in Charleston three years and a half and worked as a gas station operator. Surviving: one brother Danby Gill at home. paternal grandfather Osery Gill of Shingford. paternal grandmother Opal Biggs of Mahsoutt. Funeral arrangements pending Melton Mortuary. body at Robertson-Pummies Funeral Homes. Funeral for Vernal Hall 480 Inverliee. died at 6:20 p.m. Sunday in Beckley.

David Earl Gill David Bar Gill Waolcott Ave Beckley Evitaston Yweho Suidiey Robertson

Death notices and services in Florida and West Virginia

Obituary notices report Lacy C Brown age 74 of Florida died after a long illness with burial at Cracks Cemetery Blue Jay Road. Surviving family includes wife Florence Kay Brown and son Ted Farrow. Also Henry W Lewis, 74, of Raleigh died after brief illness with funeral plans pending. Lottie Martin born Summers County and Lynee relatives noted with multiple descendants and services planned at Fain View East Church Forest.

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Obituary Notice: Brady Plumley Phantey Found Dead

Brady Plumley Phantey of Shady Sprig Ved at his residence today after an apparent heart attack. The body is pending Rose met Guesenberry Funeral Home arrangements.

Brady Plumley Brady Phantey Shady

Five Candidates Take Part in WVU Festival

West Virginia University hosts a two week Festival of Dens featuring five candidates from WVU political forums. Republicans Aveh Moore Peter Neier and Democrat James Sprouse will participate in an open forum on February 7. Former Gov. Ceol Witerwood and Ally Gen. C. Donald Robertson will join debates and student Q&A. Prominent figures include JL Edwards Timothy Leary Chet Huntley John Gardner Harry Gutter Ralph Nader.

Morgantown West Virginia West Virginia University Aveh Moore Peter Neier Aspiruat James Sprouse Ceol Witerwvood C. Donald Robertson Studtente Negra JL Edwards Henry Ford Timothy Leary LSD Holomntyy Chet Huntley John W. Gardner Harry Gutder Ralph Nader

Fowler Urges Rapid Surcharge Passage in Congress

Fowler appealed for quick passage of a 10 percent income tax surcharge to trim the budget deficit, curb inflation, and bolster the dollar. He spoke with administration officials including Charles de Schultze Gardnar Ackley and William Mechesney Martin Jr before the House Ways and Means Committee, reiterating the stalled tax bill.

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North Korean raid on Blue House escalates security drive

Defense Minister Kim Songun tightens control around the Blue House and central government as police report 41 captured terrorists all tied to North Korean army officers. Infiltrators clashed with South Korean forces near Seoul, with casualties and a deadly checkpoint incident surfacing amid 1967 D M Z tensions and fears of spring disruption.

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Hazardous Travel from Dense Cold Fog Across Regions

A weather update reports dangerous travel conditions due to advancing cool air and dense fog spreading from the Northwest to Missouri and Ohio. Light rain accompanies the system, with rain falling in Texas New Mexico Oklahoma and Montana. Most areas remain cool and mostly pleasant elsewhere.

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Legislature in session with debates on key bills

Lawmakers consider a conflict of interest bill and stronger water pollution abatement rules. Senate and House sessions outline voting stages and amendments, including a veterans tax exemption bill and road bond measures.

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Sannie G Green Milawal Arrives for Saami Funeral

Sannie G Green Milawal arrives in Pineville for funeral services at Nome Chapel with Rev. Harry Stevens and others. Burial in Perdue Cemetery follows. Green, born in Wyoming County, was a retired Wyoming County Board of Education employee and longtime resident. Survivors include wife Nellie Perdue Green, several children, relatives, and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sannie G. Green Milawal Saami G Green Pineville Wee Conocer Robertson and Poglesong Nome Harry Stevens Viegt Shannon Robert Wheeler Gree Wyoming County Greenberry Hebecca Green Wyoming County Board of Education Old Coon Fork Snd Maxine Raymond Pinewville Dorothy Brancate Jersey City N. J Georgle Boothe Arlington Auli Taileysville Virgil Adda Raymond Jesse Walter Green Fineville Edna Belcher Phisville Josie Sutptin Blick Maple

Robert Emerson remembered at Law Grove Baptist Church service

Robert Emerson 69 of Route 1 Seurhico died Saturday in Bockley hospital after a mining career with Milburn Coat Company. Funeral at Law Grove Baptist Church Tuesday at 2 p.m. with Rev Glen Wristoh and Rev Cael G. Rosebtork officiating. Burial in Dowie Cemetery. Survivors include wife Anne Lee Saye Fimovsen son Billy K of Wilmington Del daughter Mys trek GAnI Laura Hitter brother Girver of South Carolina and numerous grandchildren. Tyree Funeral Home Mount Vopr handling arrangements.

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Vietnamese Ceasefire Strains Rise as Tet Nears

A declassified guerrilla document claims 15 000 troops may infiltrate Quang Tri as Tet nears. South Vietnam tightens a truce from 38 to 36 hours, amid renewed guerrilla violations. US jets target North Vietnam bases. Navy Skyhawk crews suffer losses and two pilots are missing.

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Crabtree Named State Youth Commission Coordinator by Gov Smith

Gov Smith announces Yael Crabtree named coordinator for the State Commission on Youth tasks with engaging 40 percent of West Virginia youth. The commission includes 4 upcoming high school graduates, 55 college students, 25 adults with formal education, and 25 young people with disadvantaged outreach experience. The aim is to study state problems and propose independent solutions.

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One Killed As B52 Crashes With Nuclear Bomb Aboard

The Defense Department reported a B52 from the 306th Wing based at Plattsburgh Air Force Base crashed near Thule Greenland. One crew member was killed, five parachuted to safety, and one remained missing. The plane carried nuclear weapons. no civilian property damage reported. Investigations and recovery operations were under way with an air force team en route to the scene.

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McCourt Prioritizes Teacher Pay Hikes in WV Legislature

In a televised interview Governor McCourt named teacher pay hikes as the top priority for the current legislative session. He cautioned against student loan provisions and opposed broad financial disclosures for officials, arguing privacy and morals debates. He discussed Carl Glatt’s status and Senate confirmation moods regarding appointments.

Communists Back Viet Nam War in Joint Plea for Evacuation

A Yugoslav Cambodia joint communique endorsed immediate foreign troop withdrawal and full support for the Vietcong and North Vietnamese government. Tit (Prince Norodom Sihanouk) pledged aid to Cambodia to prevent spillover while condemning attacks by expansionists. Reports claim clashes near Cambodian territory as allied forces avoid entering Cambodian lands.

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