Statewide liquor monopoly urged to curb repeal flaws
A columnist argues against private licenses and urges a constitutional state monopoly on retail liquor. The piece critiques current repeal plans, cites Rockefeller commission findings, and outlines a statutory public corporation model with government stores, limited local option safeguards, and tax revenues routed to the state. It warns about liquor politics and stresses national precedent.
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Road Commission
Bridge Commission
Board of Public Works
State Control Board
End Serious Coughs With Creomulsion
A vintage ad promotes Creomulsion as a powerful cold remedy claiming seven benefits. It emphasizes rapid germ fighting, painless use, and no narcotics with a refund offer if relief is not found. The copy showcases a pharmacy endorsement by a local druggist named Jones.
West Virginia to Ratify Liquor Law Amendment Plan
Pending Prohibition repeal via Senate Joint Resolution No. 1 proposes amending section 46 of article 6 to repeal and replace with a provision mandating the Legislature regulate manufacture sale and transportation of liquors within state boundaries. The measure calls for ratification or rejection at the 1934 general election.
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Rockefeller Commission
Aquor
Charles E. Hodges
Senate
West Virginia
Salvation Army note on state relief amendment
A Salvation Army letter from Cap Grafton Corps states the proposed amendment would empower state agencies to provide relief to underprivileged and needy persons. It notes ratification would take effect May 1, 1935, marking a major social and religious effort led by the organization.
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W. H. Arnold
Cap
Grafton Corps
The
Salvation Army
Letter to Public Promoting Community Welfare Fund
A public letter argues for social investment to curb poverty and boost hope in Graf ton. It defends welfare work, asserts the duty of those with means to aid others, and cites the Salvation Army’s records on donations to reassure critics.
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Grafton
Salvation Army
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