Post Offices Shrink One-Man Stations In West Virginia
UPI reports rural post offices dwindle over three decades from 143 to 799 due to population shifts and mine closures. First class offices rise to 37 from 10 since the 1930s, second class to 84 from 45, and third class to 262 from 136. One-man postmasters are appointed by the postmaster general on inspector recommendations. others under Civil Service with lower salaries. Officials foresee further shake ups reducing one-man stations in West Virginia, once the state with the most.
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Charleston
UPI
Civil Service
Post Office
West Virginia
Union
Horse Runs Loose Damages Car In Livingston
APD reports William Raab led a bay mare toward water when the horse bolted and jumped onto the hood of a passing car in Livingston. Neither the horse nor passengers were injured, but Raab faced charges of letting an animal run at large.
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Livingston
APD
William Raab
Raab
Castro Opposition Growing In Cuba
United Press International reports rising anti Castro sentiment in Cuba with new attacks and executions cited. Militiamen faced gunfire near Havana while authorities vow harsh action. Government shows strength in Matanzas with Soviet weapons, renewed sabo tage warnings, and Raul Castro set to preside over Monday ceremonies marking a US aggression anniversary.
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United Press International
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Manuel Aneiro-Subirats
Manuel Delgado
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Man
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United States
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