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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1966
Page
1
Ninety six U.S. soldiers were killed in action last week, with American casualties reaching 679 killed or wounded. South Vietnamese losses were 172 killed and 424 wounded, while Communist dead were listed at 722. The week featured major Marine-North Vietnamese combat near the DMZ and an air battle in Mig Alley as U.S. forces pressed operations in North Viet Nam.
The United States formally offered to end bombing in North Viet Nam and withdraw troops from South Viet Nam if the Communists take corresponding steps. Ambassador Goldberg outlined a three point peace plan and said Hanoi should not face an insurmountable barrier to talks. Premier Ky said he would attend UN events if invited.
The Senate failed to pass Dirksen’s constitutional amendment allowing voluntary prayer in public schools by a 49 to 37 vote, nine short of the two thirds needed. Dirksen vowed to continue the effort, planing better organization nationwide and a new interfaith group to advance legalized school prayers.
Berlin UPI reports Maj Warren Gould aged 45 founder of the Distinguished Flying Cross has died in Viet Nam. His family announced the loss Wednesday. Gould was killed in a jet crash during a crash landing. He previously earned the Cross and two other Korean War decorations.
Cloudy with occasional light rain or drizzle this afternoon and a high near 61. Partial clearing tonight with a low around 50. Friday looks mostly sunny and pleasant with a high in the upper 60s. River conditions show Greenbrier one foot above normal and muddy, Lake normal and cloudy with four gates open. Gauge at Hinton three feet.
The address of Lance Corp. Bobbie L. Ruble of C. Company 1st Battalion 7th Marine, First Marine Division, was omitted. The mailing address for fans to write is Lance Corp. Bobbie L. Ruble, FPO San Francisco 96602.
About 800 workers at Eastern Associated Coal Corp in Kopperston are on strike with unknown causes. Company says the third shift stopped Wednesday night and has no information on the workers grievances. Local 7604 officials unavailable for comment and miners contacted say they are not working but will not discuss reasons.
A reader asks if a will can leave all to one or two, or must divide equally. Experts say you can dispose of estate as you wish, but ensure sound mind and clear, legally prudent language. using an attorney helps avoid costly litigation.
Scientists at Caltechs JPL destroyed Surveyor 2 with the main retro rocket at 2 34 a m PDT after weeks of failed attempts to stabilize the tumbling craft for a soft lunar landing. Contact was lost at 2 35 a m PDT and the remaining debris would crash on the lunar surface. The crew tried vernier engine bursts and solar recharging failed due to the solar panel not locking onto the sun. Officials expressed concern over repeated dangerous attempts and the mission's demise.
Huntington facility already involved three unlicensed nursing homes may soon be closed as the attorney general acts under a permanent injunction. Only 13 of 48 homes and 23 of 76 general hospitals are licensed this fiscal year, with many licenses withheld for fire code issues. Fox Nursing Home, Bromfield Nursing Home, and Chris. Nursing Home face action. foster homes housing 400 to 600 people also come under licensing scrutiny.
An Ansett-Ana Viscount airliner crashed on a sheep farm near Winton Queensland killing all 24 aboard. The flight from Mount Isa to Brisbane experienced an engine fire and attempted an emergency landing. Pilot Capt. Ken Cooper and first officer John Gillam identified. wreckage strewn over a half mile. investigation ordered.
Saigon reports that American planes were probably involved in an accidental bombing of a Vietnamese village in the demilitarized zone on August 13. One killed and five wounded. fragments from 500 pound bombs found at the scene. Marines jets had been operating seven miles to the north.
Sen Robert F Kennedy arrives at Ohio County Airport near Wheeling at 5 45 p m en route to two events in Follansbee West Virginia A $25 a plate Democratic fund raising dinner at St Francis Center and a mass rally at Follansbee High School Stadium Kennedy attends as guest of Sen Jennings Randolph He will meet state officials including Atty Gen C Donald Robertson Sec Robert Bailey and others.
Hollywood gossip notes report television actor Chris Robinson twenty seven and his secretary former model Phyllis Yarwood twenty four wed in a secret ceremony on June twenty two. Robinson stars in the 12 Oclock High series and this is their first marriage for both.
An attache case bomb ripped the front door of the Cuban Embassy in Ottawa at 7 50 a m. The blast shattered glass in nearby homes two blocks away but no one was believed injured. Firemen and police investigated two hours after the explosion as officials allowed entry after a call to External Affairs.
The House sent to the Senate a Reserve Bill of Rights allowing President Johnson to call up to 198,000 reservists and National Guardsmen for active duty. The move, not requested by Johnson, targets gaps in reserve service and aims to curb drafting through favorable enlistment. As of June 30, total reserves reached 985,229 with about 133,000 having less than four months of active duty.
South Korea's cabinet submitted resignations to President Park Chung Hee after an independent lawmaker hurled a can of human waste at Prime Minister Chung Il Kwon and other ministers during questions about a smuggling case involving a Korean company.
Martinsburg police report Dennis Allen Proffitt 16 of Winchester Virginia died at a local hospital from injuries from a Tuesday night single car crash on U S 11. The car reportedly lost control near Inwood and struck a utility pole.
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