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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1935
Page
2
The Register warns Raleigh County readers about stock salesmen and other predatory schemes such as numbers rackets bogus stock sales and pseudo charity solicitations. It urges verification under the blue sky law requiring a license and to consult the prosecutor if no license is shown, recommending real estate as a safer investment.
The article cites a prewar treaty guaranteed Ethiopian independence by Britain France and others. It notes Mussolini’s possible amusement at the notion of honoring ancient agreements while stressing Haile Selassie’s earlier retorts.
Pan American Air Lines will deploy a ship to establish landing fields for a trans-Pacific route from San Francisco to Honolulu, Midway Islands, Wake Island, Guam, Manila, and on to China. Congress has yet to act on funding for trans-oceanic lines, Postmaster General Marley said.
The piece notes advances in air travel shortening typical ocean voyages from the 1830s era. It reflects on how a modern young traveler could reach California quickly, contrasting past sailing weeks with present and future rapid flights. It also mentions radio station proposals and wakes island cooperation with Pan American Lines for landing facilities. It discusses attire rules and the claim that good dressing transcends wealth, emphasizing neatness over newness.
The article jokes about Bast Culbertson's spinach and ice cream breakfast during a four heart contract, noting Sims fell two inicks. It mocks players adopting the habit and calls for congressional action to regulate such dietary tricks at the table.
A letter from 27 year old Yuen Wing Yen Read Shanghai appeals to William Watson and William Harrington of a major Shanghai law firm. He claims top education at Nanking University and fluency in English, offering to adapt quickly for personal benefit. He notes a recent job ending after the boss’s death.
Washington reports that income tax collections in the first half of March topped any similar period since the downturn. Nearly a quarter of a billion dollars flowed into the treasury as April 15 filing nears. Commissioner Holverny notes six of sixty four districts posted gains year over year amidst political jitters.
A collection of opinions by Alphonso on Europe without war, playoff survivals, and past miniature games. Noted remarks touch on estate riches in Philadelphia, Irish Sweep Stakes, financial missteps, marriage disputes, wit and capital, Judge Lindsey, and daily work life versus luxury. The piece also mocks heater gadgets and urban farming quips.
Lillybrook West Virginia church announces Sunday School at 10 00 and Epworth League at 7 00 led by Garvin Rub in Prayer meeting scheduled at the Bedwell home Thursday Rev FH Richie closes revival at Pieleshin Persomals HW Ward and daughters Minnie Lee and Lillian weekend with Charleston David Ruben attended Beckley show Miss Margaret Sutphin of Lame ar wis visits sister Mrs Bryant Burton Jessie Ruth Angela I and Mrs Ray Bolen of Besoco among others
Visiting in the home of Mrs. Fred Cole Miss Elizabeth Taylor spent the weekend with relatives at Odd. Bill Rothwell was visiting friends at Stotesbury recently. Mrs. Arthur Kisern of Pemberton was visiting Mrs. Don Atkins recently. Mr and Mrs W H Bryant were visiting relatives at Oak Hill recently. Miss Margaret Almond of Lego was here Tuesday. Harry Lee Bailey of Odd was the Monday overnight guest of Roy Wood. Mrs L V Basham was visiting relatives here Tuesday.
Brooke Peters urges parents to avoid extreme self sacrifice in child rearing. She notes mothers who invest in appearance and personal care may feel undervalued, while well cared for children prize a cheerful, well balanced mother. The piece argues balance sustains family life and self respect.
A W C T U gathering was announced for Tuesday at 7 30 in the Methodist Temple. Mrs IL Clay will lead a discussion on Christian Citizenship and Mrs W S Overstreet, president of the mission, will preside.
Rolly Wo by Robbin Coons notes Jack Donohue fell from horses multiple times while chasing a dancing and acting career. He shifted from dangerous skylines to screen roles, including a debut in Shirley Temple's Our Little Girl, then trained as a dancer and joined Fox.
The piece outlines a troubled setup where James and Jane Stimson inhabit a house chosen by Jane and funded by her father. Jane’s wedding guardians furnish the home while James regrets potential ties to his Aunt Sarah and parental duties. The text contains garbled phrases about vows, disputes, and family leverage.
In the Northrup household James and Nate rescue a starving mongrel mother dog and her soon to be puppies. They plan to relocate Sally and her offspring to Aunt Sarah and Aunt Lou’s home, hoping the dogs ease loneliness and bring joy to the women, while James learns domestic lessons in marriage and behavior around Jane.
Baby boy born March 31 to Mr. and Mrs. Ross Harper with mother and baby reportedly improving. Community offers sympathy to Spar rel Snuffer family at burial Wednesday. Edgar Prince of Sprague visits grandparents Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Ritto. Ira Snuffer of Coal City visits sister Mrs. J. D. Stanley. Rev. James Godhey to preach at Dry Mill schoolhouse at 11 am and 7:30 pm with public invited. Various locals visiting, traveling, or hosting guests. note Birmingham tuberculosis death rate drop since 1920.
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