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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1966
Page
11
The assistant director asks women of all area churches to join a drive to purchase furnishings for the Christian Youth Center. All interested persons are urged to attend a meeting to learn details and see the center’s needs firsthand.
Beckley officials face sharp criticism from Fogarty and the International Association of Firefighters as they fight restraint on a Civil Service Commission hearing for two suspended Beckley firefighters. The dispute centers on charges of duty violations and delays in action, with calls for a public forum and fair treatment.
The Raleigh County Court has approved the primary election and will enter it on the record with no changes. Commissioner Walter James said no contestants appeared for any races.
Partial OCR shows Raleigh County Democratic primary data for State Senate districts with numerous numbers and stray characters. Readable elements include district identifiers and scattered vote-like figures, but no clear candidate names or outcomes.
The Shady Spring Citizens Committee will meet at 7 30 p m Thursday at Shady Spring High School to update members on their fight against the Shady Spring Public Service District sewer system. Chairman Earl Richmond said an attorney from Charleston is reviewing the situation but not yet retained. An additional member will be elected to replace Lewis Meadows who has resigned.
You may request a district conference to discuss the disallowed deductions for an independent review. Procedures are in the notice with the adjustments proposed. You may bring a lawyer or accountant. further appeals exist, explained in IRS Document 5202 from the District Director.
Citizens and business residents pressed Beckley Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday night over Harper Road rezoning. Chairman W C McMahan said the newspaper plan aimed to help affected residents voice needs. Attendees urged extending commercial zoning from Harper Road to Campbell Street, with attorney Oppie Hedrick leading the delegation.
Real estate deed records show transfers in Raleigh County with buyers and sellers, districts, streets, and prices. Notable entries include Merline B. and Gladys Bragg selling for 3000, Goldie Patterson to Charles and Jean Nelson for 12000, and Eula Martin selling in Beckley for 10800.
The opening waltz of Chopin's Opus 64 is known as the Dog Waltz. Legend says it was inspired by George Sand's dog chasing its tail, a tale reflecting the piece's playful character and romantic era lore.
A health column explains spina bifida causes and severity from vertebral defects to cyst size and skin coverage. It notes vitamin B intake may reduce risk, especially in morning-sickness, and mentions surgical repair after age three for protection.
Dwight Billings Beckley district manager says more than 15 million people aged 65 and older have had hospital and medical insurance entitlements mailed. A June mailing will go out for those not enrolled in voluntary medical insurance, with enrollment extended to May 31. Some may not receive cards before July without age and other information. officials urge prompt submission of required details.
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