Statehouse Notebook Watson seeks to unify Democrats
Charleston West Virginia AP Democratic State Chairman William Watson pushes for party unity ahead of November. He faces backlash over a McGovern support split and works to mend rifts between Sen. Robert Byrd and the state’s new Democratic leadership. Byrd will keynote the Jefferson Jackson Day dinner, after two years absent due to prior commitments. J-D Dinner Chairman Sen Alan Susman of Beckley, Byrd’s home county, likely helped secure his invitation to rally the party.
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George McGovern
Robert C. Byrd
Byrd
Senate
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Sen
Alan Susman
Beckley
Washington
McGovern
Huntington
Rockefeller
Murder case bound over to Fayette County grand jury
The murder case against Douglas Ray Monroe was bound over to the October term of the Fayette County Grand Jury. Monroe, 32, appeared before Justice of the Peace W. J. Lopez and is charged in the strangulation death of his aunt Blanche Burdette of Glen Ferris. He is slated to appear before the grand jury Oct. 6, with potential additional charges anticipated. Monroe was arrested Tuesday after a four day manhunt and is jailed in lieu of $100,000 bond.
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Douglas Ray Monroe
Fayette County
Monroe
Justice of the Peace
W. J. Lopez
Blanche Burdette
Glen Ferris
Putnam County
Enola Parks
Making mines safer INSIDE SECTION A
Area news item notes safety efforts and policy context in West Virginia mining communities. Specifics include local officials, industry measures, and potential impacts on workers and residents. The piece highlights ongoing safety initiatives and community responses within the state.
Elderly exercise program claims to slow aging in West Virginia
Charleston based initiative led by 67 year old Lawrence Frankel tests gentle routines for 65 to 92 year olds. Forty two participants meet at various sites and follow music aided exercises plus a mental program emphasizing affection. Early results show improved heart rate and blood pressure and boosted morale. The study aims for another year of data before conclusions are drawn.
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W. Va
UPI
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Morgantown leaders shine at state GOP confab in Charleston
Monongalia County Prosecutor Joseph A. Laurita delivered the keynote at the State Republican Convention as supporters acclaim Charles H. Haden II’s unanimous nomination for the vacant Supreme Court seat. Laurita attacked Democratic policy and praised Gov. Arch Moore, urging four more years of strong state leadership amid standing ovations and a brief young Republican demonstration.
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Monongalia County
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Supreme Court
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Frank H. Haymond
Haden
Arch A. Moore Jr
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Rockefeller
Moore
Milton police chief killed in shootout
Milton Police Chief Melvin Ray Lucas 37 died after a shotgun blast during a cited arrest attempt on Alonzo Wallace and his son in Cabell County. Constable Robert Black and Wallace's son Raymond Wallace were wounded as officers confronted the pair at the Wallace home. The fatal shooting occurred when Lucas entered a bedroom to arrest Wallace amid a scuffle, and Raymond Wallace fired.
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UPI
Melvin Ray Lucas
Alonzo Wallace
Lucas
Cabell County
Robert Black
Alonzo Black
Wallace
Black
Mr. Wallace
Raymond
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