Congressional Heads Alerted for Talks
Washington reports the Eisenhower administration alerted congressional leaders for possible emergency conferences at the White House on Middle East fighting. Lead officials said word went to House Speaker Rayburn and other top leaders this morning.
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Herman Phieger
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Britain
France
Security Council urged to end hostilities in Middle East crisis
United Nations officials report Jordan calls on the U N Security Council to order an immediate end to the Israeli attack on Egypt and to honor treaty obligations to assist Egypt. The United States demands Israeli troop withdrawal and will propose a formal plan at a later meeting.
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Henry Cabot Lodge Jr
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Britain and France ready to occupy key Suez posts
Britain and France warned to cease fighting in Sinai and threatened to occupy key Suez Canal zone positions within 12 hours if no cease fire. Israel invaded Sinai yesterday as U S urged UN to order withdrawal. Nasser mobilizes. Syria also reports general mobilization and civil defense measures.
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Five Shotguns Stolen in Weekend Break-in at Sophia Hardware
Sophia Police and State Police investigate a weekend break-in at Sophia Hardware and Furniture Co. entry gained by roof access and a broken window. Three hundred dollar value shotguns are missing.
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Final Arguments Heard Today in Hanna Tax Trial
In Fairmont and Charleston the Hanna tax case moved to final arguments as the defense urged reasonable doubt while the government pressed a substantial defrauding claim of over 31 000. Witnesses included local citizens who testified to Hanna’s character and the court prepared jury instructions after noon recess.
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Homer W. Hanna
Charleston
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Law Tol Devison
Charles Ogton
Andhai
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W. Bruce Hoff
Parkersburg
Hoff
Carl G. Bachmann
Wheeling
Kinsey T. James
Justice Department
Sterling Hutcheson
Beckley Skies Charts Moon Phases and Evening Star
The Sun sets at 5 28 p m and rises Gio aan on Wednesday. The Moon rises 4 36 a m Wednesday with a New Moon Friday. Mars shines bright in the southeast at dusk similar to Jupiter. Saturn nears setting and will return as a morning star this winter.
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President Cancels Campaign Trip Due to Crisis
President Eisenhower cancels his scheduled campaign swing to Dallas Oklahoma City and Memphis because of the Middle East crisis. He remains at the White House to address the developing situation and may reschedule before election day if feasible.
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Premature Baby Body Found At Beckley Dump Site
The body of a premature infant was found around 2 10 pm today at the Beckley City Dump off the 1921 By Pass. The finder, dump caretaker Reece Miletiem, alerted police who with state authorities are investigating the case. Police theorize the infant was dumped there from a garbage truck.
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Search Resumed For Philippi Child
Wh search parties are out again in Philippi West Virginia looking for 5 year old Louise Penney of bott community. She was last seen yesterday with her dog near heavily wooded area near her home. The dog returned later without her. Searchers near Belington disbanded after dark yesterday.
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Hungary Communist Premier Abolishes One-Party System
Imre Nagy declares the one party system abolished and proposes a coalition government as Soviet troops withdraw from Budapest. Insurgents at Maria Terezia barracks vow to keep arms until Russians leave, while five Soviet tanks remain nearby. Kos replaced at the UN as Nagy seeks national unity amid revolt.
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New
West Virginia Political Feud Escalates Over Mollohan Inquiry
In Charleston and Martinsburg, Mollohan and GOP figures clash over documents and alleged payments. Mollohan defends his record as Western Maryland school superintendent while GOP chair Hoblitzell cites checks and payoffs.
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Mollohan pledges good roads amid contract push
Hoblitzell criticizes Mollohan for a statement he calls a sykeserdan. Mollohan vows to execute state contracts and cites ongoing road work.
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Prison Terms Handed Down In Raleigh Court Today
In a Raleigh County Criminal Court session led by Judge Harry L McCreery three defendants received one to ten year sentences for burglaries and grand larceny. Other men faced fines or probation actions on speeding and assault charges as a mix of cases from Beckley and East Beckley were adjudicated. The docket also noted a prior jury conviction during the October term and a probation advisory on several motions.
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Intea
Driver Arrested After Early Morning Crash In Beckley
James Smith 19 of Beckley was released on $155 bond after a Beckley Police Court appearance on drunken driving and reckless driving charges. The wreck occurred around 2:40 am when Smith sped on Mabscott Hill, lost control at Oakwood and Charles Streets, skidded about 60 feet then 100 more, and overturned down an embankment. A 16 year old passenger, Mosley, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Moxley of Calloway Heights, was treated and released. Vehicle damages were estimated at $500.
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Ballots Mailed for Backley Chamber Directors Election
Ballots for the Back ley Chamber of Commerce directors were mailed to all members. Mark and return to the office by noon November. Twenty names were on the ballot by a nominating committee, with ten to be elected. Results announced November 1a. New York stock market falls as Israeli conflict widens in Egypt.
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GOP Lists 157853 In Campaign Costs In West Virginia
The State Republican Finance Committee filed with the Secretary of State a pre election financial statement showing receipts of 171566.18 and expenses of 157853.64. Contributions ranged from 4 to 10000 with top gift from Monongalia County GOP. Gov Marland reported 250 in travel expenses while opponent Bevercombe tallied 19225.10 in expenses and 17330 in contributions.
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Sinai battle reports two Israeli planes downed and 12 armored cars destroyed
Cairo issued a communique claiming the Egyptian air force shot down two Israeli aircraft in the Sinai and destroyed Israeli armored cars. The statement said Egyptian planes strafed Israeli troops near El Themed and Qusaimna as ground forces mopped up in the frontline zone. Israeli spokesmen reported counterblows against Egyptian convoys as both sides fought near the Suez front.
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Bids Set For Valley Drive Extension Project
Bids for the relocation and extension of Valley Drive between Mabscott and W Va 3 in Beckley were slated to open today by the State Road Commission. The six road and bridge projects total about 2 million dollars with improvements planned for Cabell Marshall Mingo Mercer and McDowell counties and a Welch by pass project nearing completion.
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Trooper Claude England Resigns for Federal Post
State Police Trooper Claude England of Beckley resigns from the Department of Public Safety effective November 16 to take a position with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Unit, U S Treasury. He will begin duties around November 43 and will be stationed in Charleston while working out of Beckley. Married with two children, England has served about eight years and has been stationed in Beckley for five years.
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U. S. Treasury Department
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Charleston
Lester Woman Posts Peace Bond After Peace Warrant
Ruth Young posted a $300 peace bond to insure her keeping the peace for three months following arraignment before Magistrate J. P. Meadowson on a peace warrant obtained by Carrie Carter of Lester.
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