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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1966

Page

2

Bad Check Charge Leads to Plea and Sentences

Richard Wately alias Richard Russell pled guilty to writing a 2.72 check at the Pagoda Shopping Center. Judge McCreery jailed him four months and credited time already served. Other cases involved multiple bad checks, stolen goods, and various bonds and capias measures as the circuit court planned further actions and a Wednesday jury is set to report.

Moneo Richard Wately Richard Russell Egca Pagoda McCreery George Ne Eth Stanley Stanley Quan Service Sam Harper Fayette County National Bank Kenneth Stanley Lewis Terminal Beckley National Bank Texaco Arlis Ray Morton Clay S. Crouse Morton Worley Jasper Adkins Jack Worley

Krebiozen Trial Nearing An End In Chicago

The nine month trial of four men charged with fraud and conspiracy over the cancer drug Krebiozen nears its end. Chief Prosecutor D Arthur Connelly is expected to finish today with the government closing as defense attorneys prepare rebuttals and the case goes to the jury by Tuesday or Wednesday.

Chicago Krebiozen D. Arthur Connelly Bank of Defense Ae Ee U.S. District Court Fishbete Te. Feet Kre

West Virginia projects seek $13.2 million in aid

President Johnson asked Congress to approve 13,227,000 in works projects for West Virginia. The plan includes Buckhannon Creek reservoir maintenance and Eastened Reservoir near Burns voir, with allocations such as 150,000 and 200,000 for upkeep and improvement.

Washington UPI Presto Johnson Congress West Cieumenan Bluestone Buckhannon

Senate Girds For New Filibuster Over 14-B

A report notes lawmakers prepare a fresh filibuster for a 14 billion measure linked to tax or spending issues. The article suggests wind effects on repeal attempts dampened prospects, with action anticipated in about ten days to two weeks.

Senate

WVI Jazz Trio Sets Out On Latin Tour

The WVI Jazz Trio from Virginia University departs for a Latin tour, signaling a bold international concert schedule. The ensemble, directed by campus staff, will perform selections from modern and traditional Latin repertoires across multiple venues.

WVI Jazz Trio

Grant Approved For Public Works Advance

Washington UPI reports Taylor County Board of Auction will receive a 47700 public works advance from the unity Facilities Administration to be used for a project. The funds target infrastructure needs and follow federal program guidelines.

Coeds Return To Reservation In Wisconsin Turmoil

Two VISTA workers Miss Hunt and Miss Rothman resumed their assignment at a Red Cliffs Wisconsin reservation after a dispute over their presence near a youth center. Anger from tribal elders subsided when a vote restored their return, bringing almost full employment back to the community.

Red Cliffs Wis UPI Ace Corps Reserva Louis Miss Hunt Miss Rothman VISTA Washington

Airport Authority Bill Brought By Official Group

A continuation on page one notes the director and staff handling housework with the president introducing a bill to authorize the creation of an airport authority. The move aims to set up a governing body to oversee airport operations and related services.

Ed Pyro W. N. Jasne DB Greenbrier

Federal civilian payroll by state in Johnson budget

President Johnson's 1967 budget provides a state by state civilian federal employment tally as of June 1965. Delaware 3,564 Kentucky 28,377 Maryland 51,194 New Jersey 56,033 Ohio 98,704 West Virginia 11,725 Pennsylvania 2,? along with Washington D C metropolitan area figures including adjacent counties.

Washington UPI Johnson Delaware Kentucky Maryland New Jersey Ohio West District of Colum Ragam Counties

Baltimore mother and three children found slain in home

In Baltimore a 23-year-old mother Mrs. Geraldine Taylor and her three children aged 14 months and 3 and 1 were found dead in the family residence. The mother appeared beaten and the children had throats slit and stab wounds. The stepfather Bernard Smith, 53, alerted police after discovering no one answered at the house and doors were found closed. A blood smeared hunting knife was found in a room. Police could not reach James Taylor, the husband. The mother was described as a Black Muslim.

Baltimore UPI Geraldine Taylor Jacqueline Cop Sandie Bearnard Smith James Taylor Smith Taylor

Johnson asks Congress for funds to spruce Appalachian Trail

President Johnson asked Congress in his budget message for funds to improve the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. He urged federal aid and land and ways to support hiking trails nationwide, citing prior hearings and the need for facility development under the Appalachian program.

Washington Appalachian Re Commission U. S. Army Engineers

Paris Rabat Rift Deepens Over Abduction Murder Case

Morocco orders its ambassador to Paris to protest the alleged kidnapping and probable murder of Moroccan exile Mehdi Ben The Moroccan government summoned the French envoy to Rabat demanding explanations as tensions rise between Paris and Rabat.

Paris UPI Morocco Cee Ee Mehdi Ben Ogee Moulay Maurice Couve Rabat

Unclear Viet Nam Cease-Fire Press Report Details

Fragmentary report describes renewed U.S. air activity and alleged Viet Cong incidents as the lunar New Year cease-fire expired. It mentions small unit attacks and an assassination blamed on guerrillas, with no official Communist estimates released.

U.S

Primatene Tablets Featured For Asthma Relief

An ad style snippet promotes Primatene Tablets claiming quick relief from asthma spasms. It says Primatene opens airways, relieves trapped air, loosens phlegm, calms panic, and promises faster hours of freedom from asthma when carried regularly.

Deaths and Funerals Elmer C Combs 66

Elmer C Combs of Herndon Heights died at 8 40 p m Sunday August 3 1689. He is survived by his wife Ruth Mills Combs two sons Cloyd of Winona Minnesota and Raymond of Herndon Heights a daughter Mary Sizemore of Adkins and a sister in charge of funeral arrangements. Funeral services will be at Mills Cemetery in Beeson with friends asked to call at Sam Foglesong Nease and General Home in Mullens 3 p m Tuesday. Also listed are Albert Gregory 67 Tolbert Street Tolbert Street Tolbert Street funeral arrangements set for 2 p m Wednesday with viewing after 1 p m Tuesday at the funeral home.

Elmer C. Combs Herndon Heights Mullens Ruth Mills Combs Cloyd Winona Minn Raymond Mary Sizemore Adkins Mills Beeson Sam Foglesong Nease and Albert Gregory Tolbert St Fuea

Johnston dies at Covina nursing home after long career

David E Johnston 88, of Covina California formerly of Beckley and Egeria died Saturday in a Covina nursing home. Born February 13 1880 at Tommy's Ridge he was son of the late Eri and Theresa Garrett Johnston Church member Pearl Cottle his wife survives. Also surviving are daughter Shirley Blanton of Covina sister Mrs Barbara Smith of Eau Gallie Florida and brother John M Johnston.

David Emmons Johnston East Arrow Hwy Covina Calif Beckley and Egeria Tommy’s Ridge Eri and Theresa Garretson Johnston Mary’s Methodist Church Winding Gulf Eccles Bowyeroo Raleigh Coun Pearl Cottle Raleigh Countty Shirley Blanton Barbara Smith Eau Gallie Fla John M. Johnston

Relious Glasco Rites Planned at Central Baptist

Services for Relious Glasco, 73, of 812 F St., will be held Wednesday at 2:30 p m at Central Baptist Church, Rev. Edward Post officiating. Members of a bereaved family will address the service. He will lie in state at Wright and Anderson Funeral Home until one hour before services. Friends may call after 3 p m Tuesday at the funeral home.

Relious Glasco F. St Central Baptist Church Edward Post Wright and Anderson

John B Barnett Funeral Service In Cincinnati

John B Barnett 40 of Cincinnati will attend 3 p.m. today at Rose Quesenberry Funeral Home Peace Chapel with Rev G E Pauley in charge. Burial follows at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Barnett died Friday at 11 30 a m from an apparent heart attack. Body at funeral home for viewing by friends.

Barnett Cincinnati Rose Quesen Home Peace Chapel G. E. Pauley Sunset Memorial Ie Rnett Rose and Quesenberry

Funeral services for Helena McKinney held in Meadow Bridge

Mrs Helena McKinner McKinney of Rhodell was to be buried in Meadow Bridge with Tom Shaver officiating. Burial followed funeral home services. In Alexandria, former U S senator James Pope of Idaho and Tennessee Valley Authority director died at age 1. Pope, an ardent supporter of Franklin D Roosevelt and the New Deal, served in the Senate from 1938 as a Democrat and backed TVA.

Rene Ee Alexandria UPI James P. Pope United States Idaho Tennessee Valley Authority Senate Franklin D. Roosevelt TVA

Legislature weighs overtime pay bill amid broad exemptions

Lawmakers debate a proposal to require pay hours beyond forty six with a lengthy exemption list. Labor Commissioner Pa says the measure would cover about 2,500 people, while Barker supports the law and expects passage within a week. A Senate vote last week approved planning and pacing provisions and an administration bill, with further House activity anticipated. A breathalyzer device demonstration by the Ohio Highway Patrol factors into the drunk driving bill as blood tests face changes.

Lawrence Pa Barker Smith Senate Gore Ohio Highway Patrol

Jetliner D'Souza Veteran Commander Searches Crash India

Jetliner D'Souza, a 116 year veteran with over 13 000 hours as commander, faces uncertain crash cause. Swiss inspector Werner Donau says no plain malfunction indicated yet though radio may have been cut if something went wrong. Rescue teams from France Italy and Switzerland search Mont Blanc peak above 13 000 feet for survivors.

D'Souza Werner Donau Donau Pakistani Air Lines Cairo Mont Blanc France Italy Switzerland

Senator urges resumption of bombing raids over Vietnam

Washington senator Russell B. D La urges a return to air campaigns in Vietnam. He argues that bombing remains a key part of warfare and should begin again, citing the need to intensify pressure. The statement reflects ongoing debate over U.S. military strategy.

Washington Russell B D-La Vietwee

Funeral services held for writer William Burns at 68

Funeral services were held Sunday for William Burns 68 writer brother of comedian Sine ani wien. He died last Thursday night after a brief illness.

Los Angeles UPI William Burns Sine Ani Wien

Heart Attack Claims Local Resident. Services Set

An apparent heart attack last Saturday at his home claimed the life of a local resident. Services were scheduled at Pierce Brothers for interment in the Chapel of the Pines.

Pierce Brothers Ag Chapel of the Pines

Convention debate backs stronger executive voice amendment

Delegate plan seeks a 134 member convention to convene November 1, 1967 in Charleston if March 14, 1967 voters authorize it. Delegates would start September 12, 1967 and receive $25 per day plus mileage for travel. The proposal supports a one man one vote rule and aims to empower the executive branch.

Frank Deem R-Ritchie Charleston Uae

Hoffa In Hospital WASHINGTON UPI Teamster President James R

Teamster President James R Hoffa is hospitalized as doctors evaluate his condition. Officials say he remains under observation at a Washington area hospital with no public details on his status or diagnosis.

Sudden Incident and Renewal Groundwork Noted in Viet Nam

A fragment cites a sudden incident and renewal groundwork with a belief the bing might be suspended a week or two amid calls for intensified U.S. action in Viet Nam to satisfy supporters at home and abroad. Saturday Declaration.

U.S Viet Nam

Budget expansion and tax plans outlined by Johnson

President Johnson outlined a budget package to shift from private to public credit, projecting a 1967 expenditure reduction of 4.7 billion and new taxes on users of highways waterways and air space. He proposed a 1.5 billion fiscal impact from silverless coins and a 6 percent federal tax on airline tickets, with spending cuts planned in lower-priority programs to fund social and defense needs.

Johnson Southeast Asia Earth Congress Inohnson Viet Nam Sams Wale Connett Scheels

101st Senator Nickname Highlighted as Leader

A noted nickname marks the 101st senator as a major leader in the Pasenaees Senate. In 1957 Baker described as trusted and loyal, and as one of England’s most competent, the figure from California savings reported an understated income by 54588.91 dollars for 1961 and evaded no federal income for those two years.

S & Wick Pasenaees Senate Znneee Eales Baker Englard California

Joyce Kilmer Poem Created During Hampshire Visit

Joyce Kilmer wrote the famous poem Trees during a stay in Hampshire. The line is noted as part of his literary work while visiting the region.

Joyce Kilmer Hampshire

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Vals Peace Court O. Maynor Lewis Perkins Calvin Grimmett Robert Berry Joseph G. Curmette Wetzel Lee Meadows James Walter Evans Jack Ferguson Joe Savino James Wesley Johnson John Gray John McCray Pennsylvania Otis Redden Robert White State Penitentiary Justice of the Peace Court Goldie Parsons Bank of Raleigh Main & Kanewhe Ste D.1.c W. Va Virginia University Sten Tee Inc Appy Trail Paris-Rabat New York N.Y Elmer. Combs David E. Johnston John B. Barnett Helena McKinner Sfrates Ina Hoffa
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