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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1946

Page

2

Franco Seen Meriding His Fences In Madrid

AP analysis notes Spain's Madrid papers publish a belated advisory to oust Franco. The piece discusses censorship, possible plebiscite moves, and Poland's charges about German scientists.

Franco Madrid Dewitt MacKenzie United States Britain United Nations Security Council Poland Spain America England France Security Council Russia

Beckley Traffic Woes Prompt Call for Master Plan

Becket residents face heavy Nev ille Street congestion as mine stoppages and dense uptown streets strain flow. A master plan is urged with new streets widening and a parking building, plus stricter traffic rules to ease a growing urban influx. The piece also notes local gardening chatter and school drive for Easter photos.

Beckley Newspapers Corporation Beckley W Va Hinton W.va Lice Cane Randolph Norton Ea Ee Lete Associated Press Katz Agency New York Chicago Detroit Kansas City San Francisco Los Angeles Atlanta Dallas Johnstown Neville Prince Heber Street Oakwood Avenue President Hotel Oakwood First Avenue Snuffer Prince Street Kanawha Fayette Street Piney Avenue North Fayette

Japs Vote Democratic In First Free Election In A Generation

The article notes a high turnout in Japan with 72 percent of eligible voters participating. It attributes the surge to the novelty of a free election and women voting, suggesting turnout outpaced American levels.

Japan Election Signals Shift From Military Rule

The article notes Japan’s general election with Liberal Progressive and Social Democrat gains and a shift toward parliamentary rule. It highlights General MacArthur’s influence in guiding postwar reform, including women entering lawmaking, and the end of military domination as Japanese voters choose a democratized government.

All San Bernard Dogs Name San Bernard How Much a Pay

Hal Boyle sketches a Naples peddler Luigi offering a San Bernard puppy for inflated prices. The street scene shows the scam of black market dogs with locals and a soldier briefly taking the pup before the narrator escapes.

Hal Boyle Associated Press Naples Luigi Saint Bernard Joe San Bernard Dog San Bernard Alps Luizi

State Police Training School to Rise in Charleston

The 1945 legislature authorized a $60,000 state police training school to be built at South Charleston on the former Company B site near the radio station. Bids will be requested within 10 days. The two story facility will train recruits and offer refresher courses for officers, and serve municipal and county law officers. The site was chosen to access the Capitol lab and identification services for enhanced training.

Tne Associated Press Charleston South Charleston Company B W. E. Burchett C. W. Ray Criminal Identification Bureau State Capitol Civilian Prouction Administration

Congressional tempers flare over veterans and small business in surplus sales

Congress presses War Assets Administration over surplus disposal, citing New York department store truck sales to a retailer, delayed veterans’ priority purchases, and a Baltimore photographic equipment sale that favored agencies over veterans and independents. Critics demand clear advertising timing and fair access.

Congressional New York War Assets Administration Washington Baltimore WAA Signal Corps Inquiry Reference Service Department of Commerce D. C Quick Frozen Food Magazine

If Alec Cracked Norma Case or Plots to Inherit

Mary ponders Alec Ravelle's possible motives as Norma's disappearance remains unresolved. She fears he may be orchestrating the crime for Mrs Ravelle's fortune, pressuring Mary to assume Norma's role. Day's possible betrayal looms as she contemplates exposing the plot and seeking Joel's counsel.

Alec Norma Mrs. Ravelle Mary Seattle Smurder Frank Mrs.Ravelle Joel Kate Sonal Safety Ravelle Alee Day Elsie Wade Annie Grann Iy Arne

Understanding GI Bill tuition rules and course limits

The article explains VA payment rules for tuition under the GI Bill, defining ordinary school year as 30 33 weeks and $500 cap, noting short intensive courses under 30 weeks may be paid in full up to $900 cost per course and impacts on total GI eligibility. It emphasizes checking with VA offices before starting, and previews further discussion.

New York Veterans’ Administration Joe Pat Mike Durin Nother Veterans Administration

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