West Virginia Coal Industry Faces Destruction Risk
The piece warns that coal production in southern West Virginia could collapse if Congress imposes further regulation. It argues mines run at far higher capacity than current output and suggests regulation may devastate a growing industry, with ghost towns likely by century's end. It urges regional unity to block the Pennsylvania plan.
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Congress
West Virginia
Congress of Representatives of the People
Pennsylvania
West
Tax Bill Shifts Burden from Rich to Bottom Echelons
Analysis argues the House tax bill, by taxing stock transactions real estate transfers and higher postage, distributes levies toward producers at the bottom while avoiding a broad sales tax. It asserts the Senate will likely approve the House measure to balance the budget and notes revenue bills originate in the House.
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House of Representatives
Russia
Hrouse
Senate
House
Chamber Debates Davis Kelly Coal Control Bill
The Beckley chamber of commerce will consider the Davis Kelly coal control bill at its meeting this week inviting Smokeless Coal mine operators from the Winding Gus and New River districts to join in a protest or course of action. The bill is framed as an effort to regulate coal in West Virginia and is viewed as a threat to the state’s major industry, with long standing tensions with Pennsylvania coal interests.
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Beckley Chamber of Commerce
Davis-Kelly
Gus
New River
West
Pennsylvania
Smokeless Cos
Joe Smith announces candidacy for Sixth District seat
Representative Joe J. Smith confirms he will seek the Democratic nomination for Congress in the Sixth district. His leadership as chair of the mines and mining committee and his service record draw district-wide approval and a likely unopposed primary. Republican John B. Floyd of Charleston now lines up to challenge in November.
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Joe J. Smith
Congress
Smith
Committee On Mines and Mining
House
John B. Floyd
Charleston
Salvation Army Drive Opens Beckley Campaign
The Salvation Army launches its six month drive with a goal of 82500 to support local activities. Officials urge Beckley residents to back the campaign after postponement to allow charity groups to raise funds. The article highlights the Army’s long history of constructive work in communities and calls for community support.
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Associated Charities
Beckley
Bragging About Bright Children and Notable Ancestors
A philosophical line notes that people lacking achievements often boast about their accomplished offspring and distinguished forebears, implying vanity in inherited status.
Hogg Press Stands With Hoover In Ripley Address
In a 1930 Ripley campaign speech Congressman Robert L. Hogg praised President Hoover and declared he would stand four square with Hoover. The speaker asserted Hogg fulfilled his promise and urged party support for another nomination, noting Hoover’s limited actions during the era. Hipley Mountaineer reports.
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Hoover
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Hogg
Court House
Mogg
Congress
Hipley Mountaineer
Comment and Criticism on Low Mood and Teachers
A reader argues the nation faces a financial low mood and calls for dismissing certain married women teachers as unnecessary. The letter asserts taxed households, support for qualified married teachers, and the duty of applying the Golden Rule in education while praising dedicated female educators.
Public Forum on Married Teachers and Burden of Wage Earner
A public forum debates whether married teachers should be retained if their spouses earn irregular income. Proponents argue the wage burden falls on the teacher and children dependents, while opponents suggest context about family finances and gender. The discussion notes that not all married teachers fit the scenario and that both genders face similar concerns.
Balloon Burster Threatens Public Ballrooms Across City
A New York column criticizes the public nuisance of balloon bursters at upscale ballroom events. The writer describes chronic balloon popping by cigarette arsonists and socialites, noting the danger and disruption at high profile gatherings. The piece cites incidents at fashionable hotels and mentions a St Louis hotel debutante context.
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New York
Garfeld Frew Struggles With Hidden Influence in Theater
Garfeld Frew faces an unseen pressure as Afarge Crosby exploits flowers to win favor. Marge edges closer to Gar through their small theater project. Gar dislikes Aig Aal and brother, while Kitty stays loyal to David’s friend in a tense community drama.
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Crosby
Marge
Gar
Aig Aal
David
Kitty
Christmas Eve Quiet turns to shock as Gar is found harmed
Kitty returns home to a Christmas planned with Dorcas and David but finds Gar dragged in by Tubby and Red Harding, his head injured and face blotched, leaving Kitty fearful for Monday and unsure of what awaits.
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New York
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Panther Range
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Somerset
Cat
Dorcas
David
Ketchum Street
Mam
Mrs. Gentle
Mark
Emil
Max
Marl
Tubby
Tudor Arms
Red Harding
Jane Abbott
Balloons Burst as Candles Drip in Party Fete
In a lavish gathering, guests tied table candles to balloon strings causing burning wax to drip on gowns and balloons to fall from strings. The chatter on deflation and balloon pops is noted as the night ends with challenges and playful boasts about who popped more balloons.
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Congress
Helen Parents Seek Their Missing Son
Mr and Mrs Alex Huybert of Helen seek their son Joe Huybert 36 missing since last Monday from home. Described as heavy set with brown eyes dark hair wearing overalls khaki shirt black sweater and black leather sheepskin coat. Parents offer reward for information on his whereabouts. The garment trade is cheered by demand for party frocks.
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Helen
Joe Huybert
Agrybert
Tne
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