Virginia Parents Fear Busing Fee Changes Spark Debate
President Nixon's plan to halt new court ordered busing prompts mixed reactions in Virginia. Atty. Gen. Miller seeks clarity on whether Richmond consolidation falls under federal intervention, while Richmond officials and NAACP leaders accuse political motives and defend desegregation efforts. Local legislators urge targeted action to address immediate bus concerns and funding for urban education.
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Associated Press
Nixon
Virginia
Congress
Richmond
Linwood Toombs
Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
Toombs
Wtvr-Tvv
Marsh
Justice Department
Thomas N. Downing
Dva
Downing
Second Dog Tattoo Clinic at Boyce Held April Ninth
The Blue Ridge Dog Training Club announces a second tattoo clinic at Boyce Fire Hall on Sunday April 9 from 2 to 5 PM. Appointments only to place permanent dog identification with owner Social Security number tattooed inside the right hind leg. For appointments call Mrs. Bryan Conrad or Mrs. Douglas Swift after 6 PM.
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Blue Ridge Dog Training Club
Boyce Fire Hall
Bryan Conrad
Douglas Swift
Farmers Reminded on Purchase Orders for REAP Aid
Farmers, merchants, and suppliers are reminded that REAP purchase orders may only be filled by approved vendors listed at county ASCS offices. The notice explains these orders pay the federal share for conservation measures and that ASCS chairmen Arthur D. Weiss and Elmer M. Venskoske highlighted the need for vendor approval. The USDA also announces a loan rate cut to about 5 1/2 percent for CCC on farm storage and drying facilities to reduce transportation bottlenecks and market glut risks.
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County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee
ASCS
Arthur D. Weiss
Elmer M. Venskoske
Clarke
Frederick County
ASC
Weiss
Venskoske
U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDA
Drug Hotline Advice From Citizens Committee
A reader asks how to help a son who dropped out of school due to possible drug use. The answer notes that professional help may be needed and urges talking with the youth to encourage seeking assistance. For more information contact Northwestern Psychiatric Clinic at 667-8888.
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Call
Northwestern Psychiatric Clinic
VARC Convention Attendance by Winchester Fredericks County Group
Robert Sowers president of the Winchester Fredericks County Association for Retarded Children will attend the Virginia Association convention April 7 and 8 at the Sheraton Inn Fredericksburg. Local members Mrs Howard Dawkins Miss Carolyn White Mrs Kenneth Stiles and Reverend Allen Reading also plan to attend. The 20th Annual Conference theme Accentuate the Positive focuses on positive approaches to health care recreation religious training education and employment for the mentally retarded. A tour to Alexandria will visit the Robert E Lee School Special Education Department for severely retarded children ages two to 21 in the public school system.
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Robert Sowers
Winchester- Fredericks County
Alexandria
Special Education Department
Robert Lee School
Antidrug Crusading Minister Faces Zoning Charge
Virginia Beach officials accuse Rev. William Daniel Marrow Jr. of holding religious services and operating a nonprofit from his home without permits. He runs Bible studies and counseling four nights weekly from a five room residence and publishes a newsletter Broken Needles to evangelize against drugs.
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Virginia Beach
William Daniel Marrow Jr
Marrow
Jesus
Tax Aid Film Showcased for Taxpayer Help
A new documentary starring Theodore Bikel, titled It's That Time of Year Again, highlights tax information and IRS filing tips. The 28 minute color film is offered free to schools and groups. bookings via Public Information Officer IRS Richmond VA 23240 or Richmond 782 2262.
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Theodore Bikel
Internal Revenue Service
Richmond
Public Information Officer
Internal Revenue
N. 8Th Street
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Department of Health, Education and Welfare
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Williamsburg
Winchester Rotary Club
George Froom
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Deal Direct
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Culpeper, Virginia
Fredericktowne
Codtea
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