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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1968
Page
8
Reactions to the Kerner Commission report show broad acceptance of its findings but limited belief in rapid change. Voters and commentators debate federal action, tax funding, and the feasibility of firmer programs to quell urban unrest amid a troubled political year.
Mayors nationwide express sympathy but little action as calls for a bold federal response to racial unrest linger. Newark’s 26 killed last summer highlight demand for jobs, housing, guaranteed income, and welfare overhaul. Atlanta Mayor Allen and Detroit Mayor Cavanagh back the commission’s proposals amid ongoing urban decay and violence.
The Senate voted to end debate on a civil rights package and proceed to a compromise bill including a federal fair housing provision. After three failed cloture attempts, the chamber set a two thirds vote requirement and limited debate to one hour per senator on the measure and amendments. The move follows White House warnings and recalls past cloture usage in major civil rights milestones.
Three more fatalities reported on West Virginia roads over the weekend push the 1908 toll to 46, with 1907 at 66. Victims include Gane Stohlemeier, 23, of Catawba, Marion County. Willie Critos, 58, of Clarksburg. William Jones, 41, of Morgan Town. Leonard Wilson, 66, of Spencer. Stohlemeier died after a car rammed a gasoline tanker on Route 4 near Morgantown. Critos was struck by a hit and run driver inside Clarksburg city limits. Jones died from injuries after a late-night crash on West Virginia 73, about a mile from Morgantown. Wilson died in Spencer hospital days after a one-car crash two miles from Spencer.
The United States launched an Orbiting Geophysical Observatory named OGO to study space environment hazards and solar radiation. The 347-pound satellite, piggybacking an Atlas Agena launch, will map magnetic electric forces and aurora activity while tracking radio noises from Jupiter. It carries 26 experiments, the most in its series, and aims to reach a distant earth orbit.
John Paul Martin, a suspect with prior assault and robbery arrests, is confined for Bellevue observation after allegedly invading Mrs. John F Kennedy's apartment building. He reportedly rang the bell, followed by a Secret Service presence, telling residents he wanted to wed Kennedy. A boxed orchid with two love notes was delivered to the building.
The Supreme Court agreed to decide this term whether states may bar teaching evolution in public schools. Arkansas and Mississippi laws face challenges, with historical ties to the Scopes trial and 1928 ballot approval, amid ongoing legal action by Susan Epperson and Arkansas Education Association.
The Southern West Wirg area proposes a six section health program totaling more than 20 million dollars. ARC members elected would approve projects and timelines with a starting date near April 1. County officials and regional commission leaders discuss program scope, funding, and eligibility for residents at the regional health center plan.
President Johnson outlined a $18.6 billion health program to provide medical care for all, with a goal of setting reasonable cost standards for federal drug reimbursements. The plan requires deep, years-long national commitment and would publish a drug compendium for doctors and pharmacists. Budget lines cover maternal and child health, sanitation, mental health, water quality, vaccination, and public health staff, aiming to expand care access while reducing drug costs through federal standards.
Saigon dispatch says Communist forces attacked 12 American bases and four provincial capitals in the third coordinated nationwide assault in 93 days, causing heavy casualties and prompting U.S. military statement on ongoing operations.
Beckley area forecast shows sunny and windy with high near 39 and low 24, tonight mostly fair. Tuesday partly cloudy with a high in the low 40s and a 2 percent precipitation chance. River and lake conditions normal and clear. national updates report heavy Vietnam combat actions and allied bombardment near Khe Sanh, with Marine and air force operations across the border.
Residents in Pennsylvania Ohio West Virginia and Kentucky report seeing many unidentified flying objects streaking across the sky Sunday night. Authorities suggest a meteorite breaking up likely caused the phenomenon while observers describe brilliant white objects with tails and varied colors.
In evocative session a board and a Goard of Education discussed the situation at Bluefield State College. A later meeting was planned for Wednesday between college discrimination representatives and Gov. Hulett Smith to address ongoing concerns.
The Register announces a two year photo collection drive open this week for pickup. After next Monday the photos will be destroyed.
The Vint Top-Coal Ridge Public Service District says last year’s loan from Farmers Home Administration and this year’s allotment for water projects have been exhausted. A new application is under review as engineering work on the project continues. Local election details and voter registration questions are discussed, with guidance from county officials on eligibility and youth hunting licensing rules.
In Randolph Virginia officials outline a new congressional probe into rising medical costs as a $4.2 million community hospital project advances. The senior senator cites hospital cash costs rising about 19 percent between 1950s and 1960s and notes prices have climbed with general inflation.
A dramatic gas well near Sonoma West Virginia drew national attention as Red Adair and a consortium of companies capped the fiery well. The operation altered local fortunes, attracting investigators and officials from Wirt County to verify the events and oversee the relief efforts.
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