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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1968

Page

3

Largest Elks Class To Be Initiated At Neckley Lodge

An Elks initiation marks the largest class of the year at Neckley Lodge. B J Fourney of Beckley is honored for outstanding citizenship, education, and service to the order and the lodge. Fellow members praise his forty year dedication and his wife for steady support.

Neckley Lodge The Elks Jill B.J Fourny Bine Jay Hiller—Saullt HEOE Robert =. Williams Charleston Elks Jota C. Astvegrth Fourney Order Beckley Lodge Ashworth Fanrney Menor Ware Hun Stormatt Tolkey Beckley Willamsport Blue Jay Lustbur Co Ned" Lynch Paul J Joseph Elks Lodie Rpler Black Knight Country Club

Reappointed Tuberculosis Chairman Heads WVMA Ministry

Dr. Edwards is reappointed chairman of the tuberculosis committee of the West Virginia State Medical Association. Parkersburg’s Dr. Richard W. Corbitt, newly installed WVMA president, announced a slate of yearlong committee chairs including Dr. Hamilton, Dr. Rish, Dr. Neal, Dr. Villant, and others, with several others reappointed to key roles in scholarships rural health and medical emergencies, among extensive mutual appointments and local civic ties.

Edwards Siperme Tenlent West Virginia State Medical Association Parkersburg Richard W. Corbitt WVMA Corbitt Richard D. Hamilton St Marys Agig Forloyd Rish Cynces William L. Neal Huntington A. Sf. Villant Welch Henry R. Glass Jr B. 3 Pace Trinceton Jack 4. Slack Belpre Chin Richard Flood Weirton Martha J. Coyner Harrisville A. Woifman Frank J. Holroyd Princeton Harry S. Weeks SI Wheeing John J. Mahood Bluefield Russel Kess Charleston Albert Esp Stineington Buford

Nurses Gain Exclusive Representation Rights in West Virginia

An agreement signed Monday gave an organization represented by Dr Henry Rufler and Edna H Starr exclusive recognition to act for professional nurses at the Veterans Administration hospital. The AFGE gained sole bargaining rights over the West Virginia Nurses Association after a Oct 28 1967 election determined representation.

Henry Tee Rufler Veterans Administra Hospital Edna H.mon Hospital Unio Rather American Federation of Government Employes Lodge Rie AFGE West Virginia Nurses Association

Barbershop Chorus Holds Second Meeting Tonight

The Barbershop Chorus, now in its third year, invites all men to join the unaccompanied, four part harmony group. Two meetings are set this week with venues at Sylvis Elementary School and Raleigh County Center, led by Bruce Geélius and Don Lil.

Inginior Muale Beckley Sylvis Jeffries Atd Don Lil Cecil Miller Ballou Mast Joe Seigmaller Smender Prince Bercy Hunt Iuaten Bruce iMeetings Beoupsis Geélius Ritlate Raleigh County Ihe Community Action Association Society For Presidents America Becktey Center Streen Appli Inc Beeldey Woogens Centar Deegans Ave

Fairdale subdivision plans 58 lots by Kelly Development

A map on file with Haleleh County Clerk records a planned Fairdale development by Kelly Development Co. The model community will include 58 lots for single family homes near Raleigh area mines. Restrictions require off street parking, underground utilities, and prohibitions on animals and temporary buildings. Plans for vehicles must be approved, and lot plats must meet street and setback standards.

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MU Sponsors Dynamic Typing Conference at Marshall University

Marshall University hosts a business education conference on September 28 with sponsorship from Indiana University and the State Bureau of Vocational Technical and Adult Education. Dr. James T. Crawford of Indiana University will headline with talks on developing basic competencies in typewriting and production typing. Registration begins at 8 00 a.m. with opening at 9 00 a.m. and afternoon sessions at 2 00 p.m. Rollins Nelson Jr., president of Marshall University, will address delegates at noon.

Huntington Marshall University I Sfarstial University State Bureau of Vocational- Technical and Marsa! Je! Smalth Music Hall James T. Grawford Indiana University Leaner Will Apeak Br. Crawford Ehaamay Department of Business Education and Office Total Indiana Roland H. Nelson Jr Presiden O of Marshal University

Concord Extension Classes Offered at Beckley Junior High

Concord Extension Classes to be organized in Beckley Junior High auditorium on Thursday September 19 at 7 30 pm Professor Emery W Smith Jr will meet with those seeking extension from Concord Dean Robertson says a minimum of 10 students is required before a professor can be assigned for extension classes Several inquiries have been received about such classes Cecil L Milley director of in service training in Raleigh County Schools is involved

Conecord College Beckley Junior High School Emery W. Smith, Jr Cancord Dean Robertson Concord Cecil L. Milley Hatelgh County

Police Beat Damage Set At 1250 In 2 City Auto Collisions

Police report two city auto accidents with estimated total damage of 1250. Details note a 1806 model ute driven by Peter Merrick 35 of 215 Nhirray St and a 1997 node vehicle operated by Pat Jarinston 23 of AIL Hope. Several drivers cited for traffic violations including turning into oncoming traffic and reckless driving.

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County Republicans Plan Ox Roast At Shady High

Raleigh County Republicans plan an ox roast at Shady High School to raise funds for the party. The event, hosted by Nine Roosters club and local groups, aims to back Arch Moore and candidates for the November election. About 500 plates at 3 per plate will be served with help from the Fire Department Auxiliaries and band boosters.

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60 Apply For Jobs In 8 Day Period

The West Virginia Department of Employment Security reported 60 job seekers filing applications in an eight day period ending Monday. Applicants included five general office clerks, one service station attendant, one electrical repairman, several trades, multiple drivers, clerks, nursers, and a range of other positions. The list names multiple roles such as truck drivers, auto mechanics, stokers, bookkeepers, cashiers, and more in a broad employment surge report.

West Virginia Department of Employment Security Porto Altunitaal Atock Eterks Teee Torke Typla Vna Epok Clerl

Horse Show Adds 4-H Division at Prosperity MCA Meet

Susie Green won showmanship in the first 4-H division at the Dey Sill Prosperity MCA Horse Show with her horse Shazam. Teresa Tastar placed second on Cinnamon Ciley, Marie Clavier took third on Midnight's Pavey Shadow, while other placings included Beth Worthington and Kathy Comer in the English and Western Pleasure classes.

Susie Green Betty Giroon Becking Shazam Dey Sill MCA William Clark Ratelelt Courty Shovy Chass Susie Given Beckley Cinnamon Ciley Teresa Tastar Midnight Marie Clavier Javeth

Hospital Awarded Default Judgment Amid Dismissals

The Naleigh county court issued a default judgment in nine cases and dismissed 17 others involving Taligh General Hospital and multiple defendants including Leaf Brands Inc, Anita G. Light, and Bobuy Guvalet Kincaid. The action references various parties, contracts, and a state department matter, with limited readable details due to corrupted OCR text.

Naleigh County cCodult Sonet Taligh General Hospital

Mine Rescue and First Aid Contest Visits VIPs in Buckley

VIPs from the mining sector will attend the annual Mine Rescue and First Aid Contest in Buckley on Saturday. Guests include George J. Indev and Dr. Earl Hays from Washington, Governor Hulett Smith, Beckley Mayor John Wesley Smith, Quin Morlun III of the Southern Coal Operators Association, and Elmer C. Warkman of the West Virginia Department of Mines. Safety day features officials from UMWA, US Bureau of Mines, and coal operators groups. The event starts at the Raleigh County Armory and runs through the day.

Andn Noastauy Bath Buckley George J States Department of Mines Raleigh County Armory Fants Memmott Burea Tewis G. Eeitts

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