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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1964
Page
7
Widespread heavy rain caused flooding across Beckley and surrounding areas. Reports describe ruptured culverts, water runoff blocking streets and driveways, with residents coping by using water reserves for livestock as authorities monitor rising rivers and utilities.
A garbled note reports a convention in Beckles's area about sewer issues in Sherwood. Town residents complain the systems are not functioning, with frustration voiced toward local authorities and unnamed organizers.
A disputed road report circulated by a payer seeking names of Passion supporters for Underwood's gubernatorial bid drew about sixty signatures from local residents. Reports circulated Monday with competing claims about community backing and alleged exaggeration.
Washington reports President Johnson faces a stalled end to the session as Appalachia aid and aged care proposals linger. Senate leaders push to wrap up work this week while House Republicans resist. negotiators meet to expand coverage and secure votes amid an election year.
Eight volunteers from Renew County plan to join the National Institute’s research program at the Clipien Center. Delbert Nye will interview neighbors at the Park Avenue clinic Thursday from 4 PM to about 6 PM, with Dr Chilan Winnighsharl assisting. The program seeks participants aged 2 to 4 years and two men over 40, plus two women over 40.
The list of candidates and places appears garbled with numerous misspellings and fragmented names. The text references Orinka Neb, Ath Maret, Manchester, and Welnish regions, plus scattered personal names and unclear affiliations, suggesting a political candidate roundup with multiple locales and organizations.
Clousy with vain and possible scattercal thunderstorms this afternoon tonight and Wednesday night into Thursday. Winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation and light scattering storms. Local forecast notes likely cooler overnight with near normal temperatures.
EAST LANSING Mich. ten year old Mike Grust enrolled as a Michigan State University freshman, becoming the school’s youngest student. Despite his age he maintains an A minus average in science and math while attending classes most of the year, using a typewriter and struggling with new testing formats.
New York report from Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center details a housewife, Mrs Rhoda Broecker, 32, who used an experimental hormone treatment to boost fertility and delivered quadruplets. The study notes many women treated with the drug became pregnant, with several multiple births recorded across participating universities and hospitals.
West Virginia unemployment fell 1.6 percent over the year ending mid July the state Department of Employment Security said on Monday. About 11,200 people were unemployed during the period and the department paid benefits to claimants.
Bradshaw APB reports a gas ignition at Creek Coal Co in Linn Seasnaw No 6. Three miners died while a night shift crew sought survivors, as inspectors probe the blast cause and blast area recovery. Investigators moved to the abandoned section and search for evidence.
Oscar Vecellio Inc wins the Stephen's Lake Beach and Marina contract for $377,000. The award, approved by the Haul Gant authority, follows a bid process with engines and machinery to be provided. The project includes beach access, marina slips, and related improvements at Stephen's Lake Beach. Local officials note completion readiness and scheduling details.
Three railways contest state assessments with Chesapeake and Ohio and Baltimore and Ohio pushing back against higher levies. Officials say B and O faced a $49 million tentative assessment while C&O faced 10 to 14 million reduction. other lines paid 56 percent. Proceedings referenced by county authorities and a board headed by W.B. Barrnp.
Today’s World briefs report mixed items from U S and abroad. The Senate Judiciary Committee discusses terrorism and public safety while a political figure faces questions over policy and containment. In Chile and California leaders plan rest and travel with talks on regional security and economic ties.
Lawyers in Charleston filed six oral motions with the South Carolina Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of blue laws. They seek to prohibit sales on Sundays and argue enforcement violates equity and religious liberty. Warrants were issued against multiple merchants and individuals as part of the case, reflecting a broader challenge to Sunday commerce restrictions.
Democratic candidate for governor Niulolk Go Smith vows to establish close contact with the people if elected. He plans to meet residents in state areas and hold sitdown sessions weekly to hear concerns in Charleston.
In Martinsville a Republican gubernatorial candidate Cael Underwood faced a chilly reception during a state visit. A Democratic challenger Trulet Smith arrived later to cheers from Democratic supporters, highlighting a heated campaign moment as both camps rally for votes. The scene showcased party tensions and candidate presence in the region.
Mets president Cleary Wrisy named Bing Devine as an assistant to leader De Chant, while Stengel was removed amid a chaotic shift at New York baseball operations. The upheaval follows strained relations with city officials and internal pressure as the franchise seeks stability.
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