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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1933
Page
6
Industrial advertising rate card notes rates furnished on application. Mentions clubs and organizational notices with no general news value. Includes references to printing and association terms, with vague figures and zone listings.
A pointed critique of the Charles ton Gazette for blaming East coast bankers and a shadowy "they" linked to the Republican party. The piece argues investigations showed both parties involved in high finance, condemns one sided rhetoric, and lampoons the Gazette’s selective outrage over alleged fraud.
The repeal of the prohibition amendment will not end liquor trouble in West Virginia. Dissension over regulation grows as distillers seek monopoly and authorities warn of widespread violations and increased bootleg liquor as states adjust to new rules. Transportation and enforcement challenges threaten highways and communities daily until proper regulation is set.
A reflection on rapid scientific progress over thirty years, noting how recent discoveries and inventions have shifted from marvels to commonplace. The piece emphasizes the scientific mind’s growing powers and the surprising breadth of material advances.
The author weighs opposing views on whether science has more to uncover than it already has and predicts a long, accelerating march of discovery. Electricity, cosmic forces, and hidden Earth interior hold unknown potential that may reshape life and power as centuries unfold.
George Atwell of New York envisions future cities built with glass and chromium using narrow steel frames and colored glass rectangles. He predicts vibrant, light filled structures, postulating easy color changes by swapping glass panels, while urging zoning to harmonize effects.
THIRTY YEARS AGO TODAY The Jed Coal and Coke company of Welch was chartered. Joe W. Banks of Keystone died. Bernard A. Eubanks and Miss Cordie M. Bourne wed at the bride's parents in South Bluefield.
The piece notes President Roosevelt signed a temporary federal liquor-control code guiding distillers until Congress acts. It describes state readiness, political pressures, and the seasonal timing of possible congressional action amid repeal and rural opposition, calling the code a flexible stopgap amid post repeal realities.
Representative Tinkham of Massachusetts may rethink renewing his anti lynching bill this winter as partisan support weakens. The issue, once a favored topic for years, strains Democrats across the aisle amid a Republican California governor condemning lynchers and Maryland Democrats mobilizing troops to arrest alleged mob members.
In New York December reports note Mrs Calvin Coolidge sent the first $5 cash redemption book for trading stamps, while journalist Ernestine Evans returns from London with feminist commentary. A large feminist mass meeting protests gender bias in hiring and a worldwide broadcast reinforces solidarity among women wage earners. Minister Bryan sends the first message urging unity.
At a Ben Smiths party guests play the new game Biarritz proving thrilling. Helen Menken and husband Dr. Henry Templeton Smith, Bert Lytell, Blade Yurka win jewelry and watches while John Andersons Natalie Hays Hammond Stuart Walker and Baron Wran gle remain comparatively modest.
An anecdotal look at authors overcoming family gatekeepers in publishing. Cora Smith, wife of publisher Richard R. Smith, persuaded him to publish New Dishes from Make-overs. Journalist Mrs. Marshall Darrach faced a candid reply from her son Francis Walton on Old Age submissions.
KE M Delafield says she misses her bicycle in America and rides miles daily. Charles S Chap man shows a cigarette pipe made from empty cartridges and crafts them himself for 20 years. Therese Bonney earns credit for the 1890 vogue sparked in Paris by her daguerreotype collection, attracting hundreds daily including many distinguished old gentlemen and ladies. Elsie Maxwell praised Therese as the American woman in Paris who can truly capitalize on the French market.
Washington reports brewers propose taxing 3.2 beer at 3 dollars per barrel and stronger beer at 6 dollars once Congress returns. They argue 3.2 beer is non intoxicating and favor brewers over traditional beer. Treasury officials and Ways and Means debate the proposal amid dry advocates and potential opposition.
An NRA personnel officer loses a turkey to a Blue Eagle worker on a ledge and recovers it later amid a chaotic door check. Separate note: Senator Borah presses an aluminum code battle affecting navy bids, amid concerns over monopoly and industry control.
The article notes higher world demand for nickel seen by state and navy officials as a wartime asset for armament use and recallable currency. It discusses Germany’s alleged rearmament signals, Roosevelt’s money policies, and political friction with Al Smith and Ham Fish. It mentions Roosevelt’s Georgia trip and a White House curio display at Warm Springs.
James M M Mullin reports local financiers largely back Aldrich criticism of the Federal Reserve policy of 1928. Insiders blame leadership gaps, and Aldrich's remarks spark talk of revising the 1933 Act to broaden government powers. Rebuttal supporters defend Wiggin amid questions on the Chase and Equitable ties.
Local insiders credit the government with a smart move by naming Henry Bruere to investigate alleged hardships from the securities act. Bruere has the confidence of the financial community and is expected to assess whether underwriters see real risks, potentially weakening calamity talk. Wall Street seeks modifications and will present evidence to Bruere, while dealers oppose extreme personal liabilities in the act.
The treasury will offer an exchange for holders of unconverted fourth Liberties with short term certificates. With weak demand for long term bonds, the prompt maturities are seen as attractive. Local experts forecast a successful maneuver.
Eddie Cantor headlines a new musical revue set in East Rome and ancient Rome. Ruth Etting Gloria Stuart Veree Teasdale and others star as Cantor’s misadventures mix gags dancing and songs with scenes of chariot chases and a princess rescue.
The piece reports bankers refusal to sell RFC preferred stock, fear of a federal bank with government links, and potential expansion of government banking. It notes figures like Andy Mellon and concerns over independence, plus related political notes on California governor Robph Rolph Jr and race politics.
The article discusses why people wear clothes for modesty protection and warmth, noting continental differences. It explains how skin exposure, gradual acclimation to cold, and excessive indoor heating affect illness risk and comfort, with advice on appropriate child and adult clothing to avoid overexposure and temperature shocks.
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