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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1932
Page
2
Soviet author BP Lapinsky argues American policy shows indecision on recognizing the USSR. The piece, published in Teve stia, critiques both major parties for avoiding the issue and urges a shift toward closer Soviet trade and political engagement to bolster peace.
Salvation Army will distribute baskets to scores of needy families from its Virginia Street headquarters. Each basket contains basic foods and staples including meat, sausage, dairy, bread, butter, fruits, vegetables, and a War Cry. Staff Captain Robert reported many toys received, with more dolls especially needed for girls.
World war veteran Mickey Flynn rode a bicycle through Indianapolis on a global tour. He reportedly has traveled about 92,008 miles since June 6, 1933, when he left Phoenix, Arizona, in a mission to circle the world.
Bonnie and Bill face money strain as Bonnie leaves her job to support Bills dream. Bills savings fuel tension between love and duty, while an argument over dinner plans underscores mounting stress. Bonnie insists on independence and return to work despite Bills plans.
Bonnie and Bill confront money stress and marital strain in a tired two room apartment. Bonnie confesses hunger and hurt while Bill bears a dwindling patience as their son’s needs add to the pressure. Bonnie begs for affection, Bill reassures yet fails to comfort, leaving their bond fragile and uncertain.
London reports W L Stephenson of Woolworths pledges to pursue a fresh Yachting challenge for the America’s Cup. A new vessel designed by Q E Nicholson aims to surpass Shamrock V, with longer waterline and improved hull, in hopes of securing the blue ribbon in American waters.
Rural clubs hosted a Chrisannt party at the Junior High building with games and a program led by James Kinor Earl Hemmings Samuel Wnilling Ruth Carpenter and James Taylor. Chaperoned by Mr and Mrs H K Evans and J H McGavran. The group plans a January 9 meeting at the Junior High school and a Four-H gathering discussed poultry project point pressing work plus a work day to finish the clubhouse.
The Big Chimney Pour-H club at the Big Chimney school house met Friday afternoon under supervision of Jancher Ira Baxter. Gail Ramsey resigned as club leader. several boys and girls expressed desire to join. A membership committee of Kent Kee Helen Jones and Nora Copen was appointed to consider the matter. Mora Copen and Lucille Copen were assigned to plan the next meeting program. The Go-Getters Four-H club held a meeting at the Blue Greek school building Friday afternoon with business focused on outlining project work for the booklet contest. A short program by Thomas Hoover William Sheete Maxine Graham and Maxine Allen followed. The meeting was supervised by Biglend McIntyre, local club leader.
Detectives closed in after a week’s trail and arrested O, Lane, 48, of Upper Falle on forgery and passing more than 3500 in bad checks. Lane was followed from Akron to his father in law’s home, cashed checks at multiple stores, and had two bonds forfeited. He faces a preliminary hearing before Justice W. A. Tully.
INDIANAPOLIS December 18 UF Mr and Mrs George Taylor Davie were married again by the same judge who earlier granted them a divorce ending eight years of marriage The judge William A Picksits who divorced them and then presided over the ceremony declared What God has joined together I have put asunder and whom I have put asunder I now join together in a concise remarriage noted after less than a week of single life The event underscores a brief reconciliation in a short time frame with the same officiant.
In chowl court Earl B. Riley was ordered to pay his mother-in-law Mrs Caroline Gaelun a 10 weekly board for keeping his wife. The judge ruled that payments accumulate prior to the divorces despite claims of separation. Gold mines in South Africa are producing record output.
The Gazatte extends best wishes to Dr H C Hill who marked his birthday Saturday. A Putnam County native, he has been a leading dentist in the area for 12 years and previously taught, later serving as Putnam County school superintendent for four years. He is a Shriner and Methodist, married to Ludvig Hargrave, with one daughter Mary Jo Hill. Born on this date are composers Beethoven and Whittier.
Pueblo city officials propose a barter deal to swap a platform scale for pipe with a local firm. The city avoids direct purchase by exchanging the unused scale for pipe material, hoping to fill a city need through this exchange. The proposed arrangement reflects a practical use of municipal surplus items.
Fei Din Feifing December report: Hua Wen Halu, former wife of Pu Yi, obtains right to remarry from the regent of Manchukuo. She receives 80,000 silver and rescinds alimony obligations, effectively a divorce without court proceedings. Pu Yi, now ruler in Manchuria, had faced years of negotiations and scandals following their estrangement and legal battles.
In Fredonia New York on December 18 a straw ballot omitted Thomas name from the Normal Leader publication. Editors defend the action while readers protest claiming the socialist candidate was kept off to prevent tipping the result.
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