Helen Residents Seek Creek Bed Clearing and Widening
Helen Bottom residents report repeated floods and seek guidance to clear trees brush and debris from the 8 foot wide creek bed. Four families evacuee repeatedly urge aid from civil defense and unemployment programs while rail debris worsens the flood risk. Bridges washed out in Amigo area disrupt schooling as flood victims await low interest loans and relief services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
RNS
Helen Bottom
Jack Greens
E. W. Greers
Thurman Millers
Amigo
Equipment Sold From Bolt Mine
Referee in bankruptcy John T. Copenhaver confirmed the sale of Bolt Mining Co. equipment leaving mineral rights available for lease. John Graham of Zanesville, Ohio bought the tipple for 500 dollars subject to liens of 152000 and 200000. Peabody Coal Co. bought two pieces for 42000. Midway-Pittsburgh Mining Co. bought four shuttle cars for 85000. Empire Machinery Co. of Beckley took the remainder for 38. Ashworth represents trustee Walter Brooks. Loop Creek and Wyoming Pocahontas hold mineral rights. leases were abandoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Copenhaver
Bolt Mining Co
Beckley
Robert J. Ashworth
John Graham
Zanesville
Ohio
Joy Manufacturing Co
Graham
Ernest B. Graham
Peabody Coal Co
Midway-Pittsburgh Mining Co
Kansas City
Empire
James Mahoney
Dixon Avenue
Loop Creek Land Co
Norfolk and Western Railway Co
Wyoming Pocahontas Land Co
Ashworth
The Doctor Says Human Machines Hum With Spare Parts
The article surveys advances in transplant science from skin grafts to organ replacements. It notes donor sources such as family members and identical twins, describes skin, dura mater, bone, heart valves, vessels, and kidney transplants, and highlights lifespans of transplanted organs and the growing feasibility of replacements.
Take it From Kathy Advice Column Letter
Dear B R a teen asks why her popular boyfriend writes infrequently from college and whether their relationship should continue. Kathy suggests judging his feelings by behavior, considers past trust, and advises proposing simple notes or cards to encourage more communication. Teens are invited to submit problems for the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathy
B.R
B. R
Nine Families Added to Welfare March Sign-up
The Welfare Department reports nine new applications involving 48 family members were received and approved during the March sign-up at the Raleigh County Courthouse. The point of care noted 48 persons certified as eligible to receive commodities. The mangosteen tree, native to the East Indies, cannot be grown in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welfare Department
Commodity Warehouse
Raleigh County
East Indies
United States
Raleigh County Budget Exceeds State Minimum for Libs and Supplies
Raleigh County Board of Education reports 1962-63 library and audio visual costs totaling 99,500 with enrollment at 21,999 an average spend over 4.50 per pupil, well above the state minimum. Greene expects higher allowances in 1963-64 while about 95,000 of current funds have been spent by February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh County
Board of Education
State Board of School Finance
G. G. Greene
Greene
Summers County
Hancock
Berkeley County
Ritchie
Coal Town Museum Featured in Eastern Gas Magazine
The Stotesbury West Virginia coal town museum, housed in the former superintendent’s residence of Stotesbury No 8 mine, is highlighted in the February issue of Associates magazine. The feature notes the museum as the nation’s first coal town museum and details planned additions including a recreation area with pavilion tennis court playground and picnic area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stotesbury
Associates
Eastern Gas and Fuel Associates
West Virginia
W. Va
Stotesbury No. 8
Saturday Evening Post
Post Office Shows Volume Decrease
Beck ley Post Office reported 1962 revenue of 289 816 dollars, down 4.7 percent from 1961 and 3.4 percent from 1960. Statewide receipts rose slightly, with 1962 at 10 721 588 dollars, up 0.2 percent from 1961 and 2.7 percent from 1960.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley
Where Does A Fellow Sign Up For A Loan
Andrew Meadows of McAlpin is facing repeated flood damage after investing $400 in a home and losing possessions including a car and furniture. He seeks low interest flood relief loans and asks where victims can apply for such assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Meadows
Donald
Michael
Amigo
McAlpin
ANL
Leonard Sargent
Meadows
Amigo Smokeless Coal Co
City Voters Warned Of Registration Deadline
Raleigh county clerk C. O. Smith warns City Primary voters that Saturday is the registration deadline for changes or transfers. Books close 30 days before April 23. Office hours are 8:30 to 4:45 weekdays and 8:30 to 12 on Saturdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. O. (Smitty) Smith
Raleigh County
County Clerk’s
Captain James Cook Killed by Native Hawaiian
A historical account notes Captain James Cook was killed during his voyage in Hawaii. The event occurred as Cook and his crew interacted with native Hawaiians on a visit to Kealakekua Bay in 1779.
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James Cook
Colonalp Aims to Relieve Constipation Overnight
Nervous tension can block bowel impulses causing constipation. Colonalp tablets use a colonic nerve stimulant and bulking action to restore regularity overnight. Clinically proved, the product promises gentle relief and renewed well being. Introductory size 434.
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Clarence Millies
Geraldine Thompson
Norfolk and Western Railway
State Road Commission
Aan
Bolt
The
Empire Machinery Co
Walter Ss. Brooks
Mount Tabor
Wayne Brandstadt
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
By Kathy Peterson
Kathy Peterson
Chan
Appalachian Power Company
PSP
Appalachian
Appalachian Power CO
Coal Town
Coats & Bonnets
Baby Shop
Main St
Beckley-Winn Hotel
Charleston
Martinsburg
Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company OF
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