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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1966
Page
7
A proposal outlines renewing the ordinance for another 30 days with an added cost. Violations would be a misdemeanor with a fine up to $300 or up to 60 days imprisonment. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
The Rhodell Town Council voted to hold regular meetings on the second and fourth Saturdays at 10 a.m. at Town Hall Murphy. Directors discussed expanding insurance benefits, with a decision expected on the matter. A new man is noted in the report.
A fragment notes that south of Custer State Park the wild buffalo herd, about 1,200 head, roams the area. The text references the American herd and local geographic context in a concise, fact-bearing item.
David and Charles of Scout Troop 125 in Oak Hill earned the Eagle Scout award. David, a Collins High sophomore, and Charles, Mount Hope High freshman, have four years in Scouting. They hold the God and Country award, belong to the Order of the Arrow, and have perfect attendance medals. The ceremony at Carlisle First Church of God featured Eagle escorts and a Parade of Historical flags. Scoutmaster Robert Webb praised the achievement, noting only about one percent reach Eagle. The event drew about 75 people.
A compact local directory listing reporters and contacts across multiple towns including Fayetteville Beck. McClung Mullens Covel Garwood Marsh Bowyer Mabscott Mount Hope Pax and Pineville with several residents named and multiple phone numbers such as Mullens 86 1-13 and Whitesville 854-8451.
Cub Scout Den one of Pack No 103 members held a practice session for a skit to be presented moment Glen Logan John Dor P Mrs Rockford Logan assistant den mother for the group.
In the Chamonix region debris from Air India Boeing 107 scattered on a near vertical ridge on the French Italian border. World renowned nuclear scientist Dr Homi J Bhabha among the victims as snow and gale hinder search efforts and may delay recovery until spring or forever.
Fragmentary note recalls that chemical warfare dates to ancient or early modern times, hinting at long practice and evolving doctrine. It notes historical deployments and the shift toward prohibitions, but lacks precise dates or sources.
California Attorney General Thomas C. Lynch testified before a Senate subcommittee criticizing federal narcotics enforcement as ineffective near the Mexico border. He charged California has become a bargain basement for addicts and traffickers and urged relief from federal action.
Mullens Science Fair lists runners up and honorable mentions across the science project categories. In the boys division winners include David Lucas, John Kam, James Bo Ellis, Pat Workman, Billy Elkins, Chnny Dixon, and honorable mentions for Lacy Repass, Eddie Cla, Steve Kirby, Mike Pheer, Eddie Jesse, Terry McAllister, John Reed, and Roger Ingle. Girls division recognizes Dana Bailey, Cecilia Lacy, Shelly Thomas, Barbara Davis, Caro Bins, Petty Rested, Aary Vanover, Sree Smith, Avis. honorable mentions for Lynn Ramsey, Elizabeth Lewis, Brenda M Bobbie Humphrey, Pam Stewart, Brenda Sheets, Beverly Price, Sara and Myra Lusk, Susan Conley, and Judy.
Oak Hill Rainbow Girls installed new officers including Ethel Williams as worthy associate advisor Paulette Stewart Charity Pam Legg Hope Paula Lane Faith and Brenda Allen as drill leader Story lists advisory board members and guests with a reception described and a final note about the U S Constitution going into effect on March 4 1789.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr urged thousands of Negroes in Alabama to register to vote as part of a campaign spanning Birmingham Bessemer and Fairfield He said Uncle Sam is on their side and promised to transform the state when the ballot is in African American crowds in Camden protested the killing of 82 year old David Colston by white farmer James T Reaves who turned himself in after Monday shooting following a traffic dispute
The Christian Youth Fellowship of Mount Hope Christian Church met Sunday evening to plan a range of Union events and a social hall program titled What Worries You. Attending were Rev James D Lowe Jr sponsor Mrs Page Humphrey June Lee Cooper Jim Humphrey Alexis Szuch and Steve Lowe.
Beginning ice skaters frequently face stumbles and spills as they learn basic moves. In early sessions instructors emphasize balance and posture to prevent injuries while building confidence on the ice.
Beckley Municipal Court collected a total of 367 in fines. Frank Sinozich paid 21 on a shoplifting charge. Joseph Price paid 51. Saddle Radford paid 16 for a defective ears charge. Amos Riley paid 11 for running a stop sign. Roy Franklin Biggs paid 210 for reckless driving.
Charleston UPI reports Wyoming County authorization to alert residents about Medicare benefits. Gov Hulett Smith said the government will grant 5123 dollars to hire workers for a public information campaign. Similar plans for Logan and Kanawha Counties await approval.
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