Residency Rule Shift Sparks WV Voting Eligibility Debate
West Virginia officials indicate the 30 day residency rule may govern voter registration for the May primary. The U S Supreme Court in Dunn vs Blumstein struck down longer state residency requirements, aligning WV practice with federal limits and prompting consultation between the secretary of state and attorney general offices. Justice Marshall argues durational laws penalize movers and the Court’s decision mirrors presidential voting rules.
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Governor Shapp to fly girl to burn hospital in Cincinnati
A 13 year old girl Coleen Fogleman badly burned in Fontana Pa will be flown to Shriners burn hospital Cincinnati Ohio this week aboard Gov Milton J Shapps new executive plane The operation has sparked political dispute over the planes purchase but officials say no cost to the girl or family and the trip will include her mother a doctor and a nurse
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Shapp proposes 3.646 billion budget with no new taxes
Gov Milton Shapp will deliver a televised budget message while Pennsylvania lawmakers stay home. The 1972-73 proposal would rise by over 500 million from this year, yet no new taxes are sought. A home rule bill delays return and votes.
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Gunfight at East Hills store leaves two policemen dead
Two Pittsburgh policemen were killed and another wounded during a gunbattle with three holdup suspects at a G C Murphy store in the East Hills shopping center. Two suspects were captured, one shot in the knee, and the wounded officer was in civilian clothes helping Penn Hills officers.
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No charges filed after Ansted tavern shooting death
Maxie Scaggs was shot to death in an Ansted tavern after an argument over a card game. Frederick Duncan was hospitalized with lac erations and abrasions but in satisfactory condition. Police said bystanders reportedly assaulted Duncan after the shooting and that the pistol was taken from him. No charges were filed pending investigation.
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