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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1966
Page
1
Correction notes erroneous report that the Stanaford Skating Rink on Stanaford Road was closed. Owner Lena Parker says the rink has operated for 21 years and, during the past ten months, is open on a private party basis to groups of 35 or more. Rental details available via residence on Stamford Road.
Tropical Storm Greta looms 385 miles northeast of San Juan as scientists plan Operation Stormfury with three Navy jets seeding the storm center with silver iodide to disrupt heat and potentially weaken it. Forecasts expect it to strengthen to hurricane force later today while remaining offshore.
Mostly sunny this afternoon with a high of 74. Tonight will be fair and cool with a low of 52. Tuesday will be partly cloudy and cool with a 20 percent chance of showers. River conditions note Greenbrier below normal and clear Lake normal and clear with one gate open New Gauge at Hinton 1.6 feet.
Reported from Vietnam describes 291 guerrillas killed in ground action miles north of Hanoi. A SAM missile battery in the same region came under rocket and 20mm cannon fire, with one rocket reportedly skirting the ground.
A State Department official rejects Charles de Gaulle’s call for a U S withdrawal timetable from South Viet Nam. Bundy says only Hanoi can move first, notes U S bombing is measured, and cites elections as a potential peace step while denying escalation via raids. He argues North Viet Nam escalates by infiltrating troops and supplies.
The holiday weekend saw deadly crashes in Florida and Michigan as states tally rising traffic deaths. At least 490 people died in traffic accidents by 11 a.m. EDT since Friday, with California leading by state totals. Labor Day holiday crowd at Lake Stephens Trailer Park in West Virginia drew visitors and praise for its facilities and friendly guests.
A Tampa carload of six teenagers speeding home from a beach party collided with another vehicle on U S 19 near Clearwater, killing seven people and injuring three. Victims include Donald Kiger Linda D Vogel Diane Kay Carpenter Herman Vandeman Lewis Sherie Ungerer all 17 of Tampa and Suzanne Lemay Dampier 22 of Jacksonville. A sixth victim remained unidentified at first. The crash occurred after both cars skidded long distances, with authorities noting extremely fast travel.
Six people died on West Virginia roads during the Labor Day weekend, with a drowning adding to seven accident deaths. Victims include Thomas H. Sisson of Sissonville, Williams D. Cutlip near Morgantown, Jerry Barlow of Vienna, John C. Cline of Mansfield Ohio, and 3 year old Carol Mayle of Tunnelton.
Beckley unveils a $1.15 million parking structure on East Prince and East Main Streets with 402 spaces on four levels. 102 spaces open at 9 a.m. Tuesday and 20 more Friday, with a policeman on duty for about 30 days to guide drivers and monitor traffic. 10 mph limit, reverse parking not allowed, 24 hour pay, two nickels first hour, 25 cents per additional hour. Monthly rates around $10 pending bond purchaser decision. Sidewalk to connect Prince and Main. lighting upgrades underway. dedication planned for late fall.
National Guard troops fired over the heads of a frenzied mob as about 200 black power marchers paraded through Cicero Illinois under Robert Lucas amid fighting with whites. At least six civilians were bayoneted or hurt, 30 arrested, with guardsmen under orders to shoot to kill and Maj. Gen. Kane directing operations.
CHICAGO UPI reports the record traffic death tolls across four three day holidays: Fourth of July 1966 saw 576 deaths, Memorial Day 1966 had 542, New Year 1966 recorded 564, and Christmas 1965 reached 720 deaths.
Hong Kong dispatches from UPI describe Red Guard youths conducting around the clock house-to-house raids in Canton. They report seizure of a radio station and arms cache, theft of valuables, bank withdrawals, and residents sent to the countryside to avoid foreign influence. Canton is described as a ghost town at night with shops closed after 8 pm and only guards patrolling the streets.
A motor launch carrying 97 Indonesian dockworkers sank after a huge wave capsized it beyond Jakarta harbor. At least 16 were killed and three were missing presumed drowned. Officials noted the vessel was overloaded and an investigation will follow.
President Johnson told AFL CIO audiences in Detroit that unions should avoid large wage increases that could damage U S prosperity and inflation control. He urged restraint for business too noting rising costs since 1960 and the need to preserve stable growth amid Viet Nam war spending and tax questions.
John Gates publicity chair for the Appalachian Arts and Crafts Festival at the Raleigh County Armory announced at noon that 7,700 people have visited this year’s exhibits. He noted this is about 2,000 more than last year and that the event runs today.
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