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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1933
Page
12
Hes of Point Pleasant to the capital. Houston Young and bond attorneys Caldwell and Raymond in New York have sent the Point Pleasant bond ordinance to their firm and expect action soon. Public Works Board notes ongoing projects and aims to move some to Washington. Officials hope to start when Civil Works jobs end February 1. Advisory board to meet Friday.
Smith was reelected as treasurer, with Bailey and George Williams among speakers. Beckley attorney Beck L. Fox and several legislators attended as critics of rising government expenses. The program included five musical numbers and a chorus of audience songs as the debate focused on efficiency for taxpayers.
After his election Governor Kump is lauded as the busiest man in public life by club members. A special committee, appointed by President Smith, will study the legislature's work and report findings to the club, with members AW Garnet chairing alongside Lafe Chafin Kenneth Hines and E A Hansberger.
Funeral services are held for Maury Meadows 39 at Owen and Barth chapel with interment in Spring Hill cemetery. Mrs Lillie Haggle 48 of Moore's Court dies at home. services at Two Mile schoolhouse. Hughlett Fleming Miller son of H F Miller dies. employed at Peoples Life Insurance. Paul Hooper funeral arrangements pending at Jackson funeral parlor. R Earl Shawyer 37 dies. services at Owen and Barth chapel with Spring Hill burial. Rufus Shores burial in Spring Hill Cemetery. relatives located. Mrs Lillian Tankersley 67 dies. services at Owen and Barth chapel. interment at Colfax. Ervin Dale Hopkins 10 months dies. services to be held at home on Campbells Creek. interment in Cline's cemetery. The Rev P D Fisher and Rev Pat B Withrow officiate various services.
Mrs. C. O. Stewart hosted the New York Central Veterans association auxiliary gathering at Belle yesterday. New officers elected include Previent Mrs. C. O. Stewart vice president Mrs. Nell Hastings secretary Mrs. Fred Secrest treasurer Mrs. William McKnight. Attendees included Rev. William B. Miller D D Myre Miller and many others.
An ad style notice promotes Creomulsion claiming quick relief from serious coughs. It emphasizes no narcotics and urges readers to consult their druggist for immediate purchase, promising refund if not delivered as described. The text mimics a vintage pharmaceutical jingle with misspellings and dubious claims.
An old advertisement promotes Dr David's Sanative Washing for scabies. It claims itching relief and nerve calm, noting the liquid destroys germs and can cause dangerous reactions. Sold by druggists and direct mail postpaid with a refund option. Owens & Miner, Richmond department.
Prohibition speech urged open direct liquor buying to curb intemperance while a federal control administration moves to regulate the alcohol industry ahead of permanent legislation. New Jersey wrestles with repeal after revenue bills pass but await attorney general opinions on constitutionality. Ohio to ratify the repeal amendment as the national shift accelerates.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a safe pleasant laxative alternative to calomel. Rich in vegetable laxative properties they stimulate natural bowel action without griping. Use one or two tablets to ease dark mouth bad breath dull headache and torpid liver symptoms. Available 15c and 86c with gentle nightly support many rely on them.
As the general assembly nears its Wednesday start, the battle over liquor by the glass resurges, with Senator Buckley opposing sales in eating and drinking venues and urging a state monopoly. Utah readies to ratify repeal, with Governor Blood slated to lead ceremonies and early constitutional figures among guests. The telegraphed events loom as Pennsylvania and Ohio expected to move, positioning Utah to become the 38th state to ratify the Twenty‑First Amendment and end federal prohibition.
New York readers await the liquor license surge as repeal takes effect. Authorities expect 3,500 licenses granted and about 5,000 applications filed for ship and rail outlets. Extra police monitor the “welcome back” celebration while night clubs may stay open later and 3 a.m. closing rules apply to alcohol sales. 5.2 beer allowed with caveats. Some confusion remains over state regulations and customs seize two bottles from a liner arrival.
The court ordered the road commission to show cause on January 10 why it should not pay for highway rights of way taken in Raleigh county. Alice Cheatham and Joan Cheatham argued the commission built through their properties and refused payment. Writs acted on by the court include Fayette county appeal and a small judgment for 85 cents in Fay etteville building and Iban association. Marton county appeal denied in the Insult case brought by Blea Vanglider.
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