Bass as fine as anywhere in the state on Monongahela
West Virginia officials and river lock operators say the Monongahela is now one of the state's top bass fishing streams. Biologist Frank Jernejcic credits reduced mine drainage and cleaner water from the Tygart and West Fork, with drumbeat growth in bass, muskies, catfish, crappies and bluegills. Lockmasters Wendell McPherson and Hermit Floyd report abundant bass from Point Marion to Fairmont, with anglers regularly catching 14 to 16 inch fish when conditions allow.
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Tony Constantine
Monongahela
West Virginia
State Department of Natural Resources
Frank Jernejcic
Jernejcic
Fairmont
Tygart
West Fork
State Line
Wendell McPherson
Hildebrand Lock and Dam
Point Marion
Hermit Floyd
Morgantown Lock and Dam
Former POW not bitter despite years in Hanoi prison
Joseph Rose, a Star City native and former helicopter pilot, recalls years as a prisoner after being shot down in February 1968. He speaks of discouragement about Vietnam’s current state but finds one positive thought that perhaps no more soldiers will be killed. (Continued on Page 2B) In Charleston, West Virginia, public testimony on a Preston County schools reorganization drew about 100 people. Proponents argued the plan meets future needs, while opponents called it a disaster and urged alternatives. The plan envisions five high schools in Kingwood, Masontown, Terra Alta, Bruceton, and Bowlesburg, plus new attendance districts and altered bus routes. The state board will decide based on what serves most children, with previous bond rejections cited. The plan requests 3.4 million dollars.
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John Blosser
Joseph Rose
da Nang
Qui Nhon
South Vietnam
Rose
Star City
Cwo Rose
Hanoi
Gia Lom
Charleston
W. Va
UPI
Preston County
Minnie San Julian
Daniel Taylor
J. Douglas Machesney
James T. Dailey
Richard Glass
Bob Cline
Rowlesburg
County School Board
Cline
West Virginia Board of Education
Kingwood
Masontown
Terra Alta
Bruceton
Bowlesburg
Taylor
Morgantown Crime Surges 250 Percent In 1974
Crime in Morgantown jumped over 250 percent in 1974 according to Uniform Crime Reports from the West Virginia Department of Public Safety. The city saw increases in larceny, break-ins, robberies, felonious assaults, motor vehicle theft, and a homicide, with recoveries slower in solving crimes. The statewide pattern showed rising break-ins and a higher household burglary risk. The 1974 rate was 5.27 per 1,000 residents.
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Dave Poling
Morgantown
West Virginia
Sebnerias
Residents voiced views on South Vietnam crisis in Morgantown
Street interviews reflect mixed reactions as Vietnam’s situation deteriorates. Respondents include a WVU social work student distressed by the violence, locals who want U.S. involvement ended, and refugees’ plight prompting calls for aid without new funding. Continued on Page 3-B.
Preston seeks rail flag stop designation for Rowlesburg
Preston County Commission is set to approve a resolution urging Amtrak to designate Rowlesburg as a flag stop on the forthcoming Baltimore and Ohio route serving Washington to Denver. The move follows Rowlesburg council approval and cites county transit needs and potential Amtrak revenue. The measure targets officials at Amtrak and U.S. senators Randolph and Byrd, plus Rep. Staggers.
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Ron Mullens
Preston
Amtrak
U.S
Jennings Randolph
West Virginia
Harper's Ferry
Martinsburg
Keyser
Grafton
Clarksburg
Parkersburg
Rowlesburg
Commission
Randolph
Robert C. Byrd
Harley O. Staggers
Paul Reistrup
David Watts
James McClellan
Job openings rise in Morgantown despite layoff bias
Morgantown WV job picture shows more openings in skilled and unskilled work but with a strong experience requirement. Job Service head Hank Somerville notes employers hire job-ready workers or those with five to six years’ experience, while unemployment pressures hit younger, unskilled or semi-skilled workers hardest. January registrations show 1,902 unemployed, 650 under 22, 753 under 29, 310 between 30 and 45, and 189 over 45. Linda Talbot, labor analyst, provides context.
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Morgantown
West Virginia
H.S
Hank) Somerville
Somerville
Monongalia
Linda Talbot
Suncrest murder case recalled from 1955 Holden slaying
The 1955 murder of Mrs. Susan Montgomery Holden, a West Virginia University English instructor, was revisited as residents recalled early details. Police initially detained Martin Wilson, a handyman, who was later acquitted. An autopsy noted 30 wounds and a $60 to $100 robbery motive emerged. The case involved a criminologist and federal help, while Holden’s husband found the body on October 18.
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Suncrest
Elizabeth Ann Sette
Susan
Sue) Montgomery Holden
Holden
West Virginia University
John H. Holden
U.S. Bureau of Mines
Gorgas
Ala
Devon Road
Martin Wilson
Holden House
Wilson
Ohio
LeMoyne Snyder
Morgantown
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Sette
Woodhaven Drive
Laurence
McDonald's
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DNR
Preston School
Joe Rose
Mark Crabtree
East
Kennedy Youth Center
Cub
Jacob Tennant
John Frisco
Tod Hillberry
Vietnam
Ford
Lawrence Ditton
College Ave
Donald Lantz
Ridgely Road
America
Joe Smargie
Granville
Grace Kinsell
Barbara Young
Spencer Ave
Sue Holden
Sandi Metheney
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