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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1961
Page
3
President Kennedy faces two choices after renewed threats by Soviet Premier Khrushchev. Diplomatic discussions in Washington and Berlin are shaping U.S. response as Western allies watch closely for a decision on how to meet the Soviet challenge.
West Berlin mayor Willy Brandt urged a large rally at City Hall to show the world Berlin will remain in the free West. Khrushchev warned the West to settle Berlin on Soviet terms or face consequences, intensifying tensions in the cold war standoff.
In La Paz U S goodwill ambassador Adlai Stevenson heads toward Lima amid violent Communist led riots. Five killed and 16 wounded in clashes linked to a Red revolt plot. Police struggle with unionists as students hide in San Andres University.
The Senate passed an 11.5 billion interstate financing bill to complete the 41,000 mile system by 1972. The measure includes a Senate amendment to extend billboard restrictions for two years on rural interstate sections, a change the House had rejected. The bill moves to conference to reconcile differences with the House version.
Charleston police Sgt. William F. Hammack who threatened Mayor John A. Shanklin was committed to Weston State Hospital for mental treatment. He had been jailed after buying a gun and saying he would get even for his dismissal, then jailed again for threats before charges were placed on the open docket.
The annual Gideons International conference in Charleston West Virginia opened with Christian businessmen in attendance. Immediate past president P J Zonderian was scheduled to be the principal speaker.
Five day outlook shows highs near 85 north 61 south with weekend warming then cooling early next week. Rain totals 0.25 to 0.50 inches Monday and Tuesday. Mostly sunny cool with 60s to 70s. tonight clear and cool with 30s mountains. Beckley highs yesterday 56, low 44. Oak Hill 44 to 48 and rainfall data noted. Greenbrier river above normal, Lake muddy. gauge at 4.9 ft.
Seven people died in a two car crash on U S 431 near the Georgia Alabama line in Pittsview Alabama. Five passengers died at the scene and two others died after hospital admission in Eufaula Alabama. Victims include James M Dudley 30 Lee Thomas Mec Crary 24 and Mary Louise Crary 18 of Rome Georgia and George W Nations 73. Irby Carlton Griffin 33 of Abbeville Alabama was identified as one of the drivers. All victims were white. The other driver’s fault was not disclosed by the Alabama Highway Patrol.
West Virginia state tax officials report about half of the 15 000 expected initial estimated returns filed by non withholding taxpayers. Tax director Clifford Lantz noted delays due to late mailing of forms. The filing deadline applied to those with investment, rental, or royalty income and the self employed. Withholding from wages began last April 1. John Flynn of Raleigh County NAACP announces Young People's Chapter meeting at Legretta Grill, 1123 S Fayette St, Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
In Washington two homemade bombs exploded near the White House area and downtown, with police fearing four more devices may be planted. A caller with a Southern accent claimed to target integration after the Freedom Riders left for the South, though no injuries were reported. The blasts occurred at the Veterans Administration Building and at a tele phone booth on 15th Street near Massachusetts Avenue, prompting a citywide search and medical alerts for potential puncture wounds.
In Pittsburgh a federal jury ordered Trans World Airlines and United Airlines to pay relatives of Eugene B. Hoffman 112,110 for the Grand Canyon air collision death. Pearl Levin, aunt and administratrix, led the suit. Hoffman's parents will receive most of the award.
Mingo County School board votes to combine grades 10 through 12 of Chattaray High School with Williamson High School effective at the start of the 1962 63 term. The move consolidates high school education in the Williamson area under a single upper grade program.
Khrushchev said a peace settlement in Europe must be achieved this year and hinted the Soviet Union would sign a separate treaty with East Germany if the West rejects an all German accord. Western observers expect Moscow to back off if negotiations progress, while Washington readies talks on disarmament ahead of a general conference.
Five major maritime unions began a U S strike at East West and Gulf Coast ports. Longshoremen and Teamsters pledged absolute picket-line compliance. Labor Secretary Goldberg will seek to restart negotiations after an initial failed effort.
President Kennedy, despite a back injury that has him on crutches, plans a major address to the National Conference on International Economic and Social Development defending the $4.8 billion foreign aid program. A second specialist was called to consult on his ailment as White House doctors treat him.
Island Creek Coal Co. will reopen the Holden 22 mine in Pine Creek Logan County next month after 18 workers died in a fire 15 months ago. Vice President N T Camicia said about 70 men will return initially as production scales to about 1000 tons per day from 3500 prior to the disaster on March 8 1960.
Gov Barron appointed five county sheriffs to the new West Virginia Sheriffs Bureau created by the 1961 Legislature. Terms run to July 1, 1962 or July 1, 1963, with Barron and Attorney General Robertson serving on the bureau. The agency aims to cut costs via centralized purchasing and coordinate law enforcement policy.
Del Edward Pastilong, Democrat of Marshall, said Thursday he would resign his seat in the House of Delegates soon to become acting postmaster at Moundsville. The move shifts local leadership as Pastilong steps toward new duties in West Virginia.
A reflective remark notes that imagination can fool people into believing they are enjoying life while they are merely spending money. It hints at the gap between perception and real value.
Beckley theater owner G C Porter, newly sworn in as state senator, plans to run for a full four year term in 1962 after leaving the House of Delegates seat he won in 1960. Raleigh County’s other two new delegates Woodrow Kinzer and A David Abrams spoke of the brief session and its hectic pace as they adapt to legislative duties.
Democratic leaders backed a Republican resolution to probe the State Purchasing Department practices. Minority Leader George Seibert of Wheeling said the study would address reports purchases were not made from the lowest bidders. Majority Leader W T Brotherton Jr. supported the move, arguing reports were exaggerated by the press.
West Virginia lawmakers clashed over extending the sales tax during a special session called by Gov. Barron. The Senate approved the tax 24-6 after a delayed vote, while the House rejected the leadership-backed motion by nine votes, 63-31, preventing immediate adjournment. The 3 percent rate would be extended 10 months to next June 30 despite Republican support and Democratic opposition.
The West Virginia Senate passed the consumers sales tax extension on Thursday night by a roll call tally. The 21 Democrat and 1 Republican bloc supported the measure, while 9 lawmakers including Cahill Riley Smith Tempos and Republicans Carrigan Jeetme Johnson Powell Stemple opposed.
A heated Senate debate focused on amendments and the bill while administration forces push Barron's program forward. Key measure extends the sales tax, allocating over $7 million for the ADC EEP, with House amendments awaiting Senate approval. Several minor bills advance, including wage garnishment prohibition for EEP workers and redistricting corrections.
Washington bureau UPI report notes the National Conference of Weights and Measures condemned deceptive labeling and packaging. Consumers are bilked by short weights deceptive packages and misused adjectives. Senator Hart to hold hearings on further consumer protection measures.
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