States seek bigger share of estate tax revenue
A 1960 federal advisory commission urged shifting more estate tax revenue to states, proposing higher state tax credits that would raise their share from about 400 million of 2 billion to nearly half. The plan aims to simplify state tax systems and cut admin costs, though individual taxpayers might not see lower taxes. The period would unfold gradually with occasional budget tweaks. Ford closes Chester plant after 34 years, 1500 jobs affected, citing inflexible facilities and market shifts. The auto industry faces deep downturn with 1,035,000 unsold cars and Detroit unemployment rising to 11.8 percent, yet some see a spring revival on the horizon.
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Union
Congress
Frank Bane
U.S
Washington
Commission
Ford Motor Company
Chester
Ford
Philadelphia
Detroit
James Reston
New York Times
Robins
Rumors on Kennedy Secret Meeting Declared False
Washington reports that a rumor of a hidden Kennedy White House meeting is dismissed as false unless the President finds a way to evade staff and security. The piece notes brief golf outings and suggests ongoing speculation about Kennedy’s post presidency plans. It cites Writers Newsletter editor Jessyca Gaver and reader Klein as sources of the questions and comments.
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Washington
UPI
White House
Kennedy
Jacqueline
Jessyca Russell Gaver
Reader Klein
Secret Service
St. Louis
M.O. Klein
New York
Kennedy Plan and Education Call for Swift Action
A collection of quotes critiques on medical care for elders, nuclear testing, and education funding linked to Kennedy’s proposals. It highlights statements by Richard Schiller of the American Optometric Association and Roger Claus of Wisconsin, plus a cautionary anecdote about the dangers of using terms like first in reference to presidential actions.
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Richard Schiller
The
American Optometric Assn
Kennedy
Roger Claus
University of Wisconsin
Pat On Back Is Morale Booster In Hard Times
Bug Dust by Roy Lee Harmon reflects on the healing power of friendship and faith during disillusion and personal hardship. The author recalls Punch Carter and cites Rev. Tom Waldron as pivotal, stressing the value of persistent friendship and spiritual support to endure tomorrow’s challenges.
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Punch Carter
Punch
Fayette County
Beckley
Tom Waldron
City department siren or farm policy compare
Dick West notes talk of a new city government department to handle urban issues as the Agriculture Department handles farming. He worries such a step could mirror surplus farm production management and create complex situations. The piece lists marriage permits and mentions Beckley public schools closing March 24, and coal operators opposing higher freight rates and the proposed rate increases.
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Washington
UPI
Agriculture Department
M. H
Martha Epperly
Swear Hylton
Edna Arlean Mann
Walter R. Brackinrich
Mary Virginia Eagle
City of
Beckley
West Virginia
Initials First Trend in Agency Names Sparks Humor
The piece jokes about creating acronyms for organizations before naming them. It cites CARE and its evolving full forms, notes other groups like HOPE COPE MEDICO and CROP, and ends with a regional example in Atlanta where locals formed a group called GUTS Georgians Unwilling to our Tender.
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Cooperative For American Relief Everywhere
COPE
Good Samaritan
Medical International Cooperation Organization
National Council of Churches
Christian Rural Overseas Program
Atlanta
Raleigh Register Subscription Rates and Delivery Note
Beckley Newspapers details subscription options with daily and Sunday plans, rates for West Virginia customers, tax note, and distribution disclaimer. Includes address, editor, national ad reps, and carrier contractor disclaimer.
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West Virginia
Retirement Happy Times Old Drivers Are Asset Or Hazard In Traffic
Elbert Hugunin of the National Safety Council urges older drivers to assess abilities and practice self discipline. He cites studies from California North Carolina and New York and traffic accident record systems to argue aging drivers can be safe if properly managed and cautious.
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Marie Daerr
Elbert Hugunin
National Safety Council
Hugunin
California
North Carolina
New York
Noremany
Answers and curiosities from a reader Q and A
A collage of trivia and guidance including England’s Grand National run at Aintree since 1839, why sweet potatoes are harder to harvest, Wall Street’s Dutch wall origin, Longfellow meter from Kalevala, Australian ant hills up to 20 feet, and driving safety tips for senior motorists. It ends with a veteran benefit question and a note from Marie Daer about answering questions through the column.
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England
Aintree
Longfellow
Finland
Australia
Marie Daer
Stewardesses prove airline gags not true
Report from New York to Tel Aviv on a long El Al flight highlights stewardess professionalism amid jokes by comedians Milt Kamen and Alan King. Judith Amir, an El Al stewardess in Tel Aviv, laughs off the gags while recounting experiences aboard the Idlewild to Tel Aviv hop and stories of ambassadors and in-flight service.
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New York World-Telegram
Key West
Teddy Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Navy Department
Washington
Charles G. Ross
Truman
Tel Aviv
Idlewild
Judith Amir
el al
E.W
Judy
Milt Kamen
Alan King
Israel
Amire
Twentyish
Amir
Haifa
Prayer For Today From First Methodist Minister
Prayer for comfort and faith to sustain those grieving and bearing losses through hope in Christ. Raymond E Balcomb of Corvallis Oregon signs as minister of the First Methodist Church.
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Jesus Christ
Lord
Raymond FE
Balcomb
Corvallis
Ore
First Methodist Church
Robbery at E M Payne dept store reports no arrests
The Raleigh Register notes 1936 items include a theft of clothing valued at 225 dollars from the E M Payne department store on Main street with no arrests reported. It also mentions a discovery of old county courthouse bricks under the lawn by Charles Smith and a coming spelling match at Cleveland schoolhouse hosted by A S Dickens principal, inviting McGuffey spelling alumni.
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E. M. Payne
Main Street
R. V. Martin
Court House
Old County
Charles Smith
Calloway Heights
Smith
Cleveland
Parent-Teacher Association
A.S. Dickens
McGuffey
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Merriman Smith
Fla
Roy Lee Harmon
Pat
Tony
Dick West
Raleigh Register
Department of Urban and Municipal Problems
Europe
Raleigh
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Prince St
W. Va
Hinton
Beckley CL
J. McQuade
United Press International
Ward-Griffith Company, Inc
Chicago
Boston
Charlotte
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Greenville
Carter
Haily
Beckley Newspapers
Erporation
Wall Street
J. G
Veterans Administration Office
Earl Wilson
Marilyn Monroe
Joe DiMaggio
St Petersburg
Miracle Worker
Ann Bancroft
N.Y
Don Ameche
Aga Khan
el Morocco
Jean Hannon
Tina Louise
Anna Marie Alberghetti
Claudio Guzman
L.A
Aruba Caribbean
Cafe
Jack Benny
Morris Dee Waskin
Benny Goodman
Basin St
Franz Liszt
Harry Sukman
Harry
Earl
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