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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
6
Beckley Aims for Twenty Thousand Population in Five Years
C L Beckner president of a newly formed Beckley chamber of commerce outlines a bold goal of 20 000 residents in five years through organized effort. He cites past growth and calls for civic financial and moral support, urging public attendance at Thursday's meeting to complete the chamber's organization and push development. He warns that insurance and fire costs hinge on local preparedness, proposing fire fighting upgrades as a cheaper path to lower rates and safer growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley
C. L. Beckner
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Ist
Digging In to Build Victory Liberty Loan Resolve
A vintage editorial urges readers to “dig in” like soldiers who laid foundations in war and citizens who funded Liberty Bonds. It promotes preparations for the upcoming Victory Liberty Loan to support universal peace and democracy, urging collective action and financial commitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chateau- Thierry
Belleau Wood
Soissons
Sedan
Fire Insurance and City Fire Fight Needs
Beckley urged better fire protection as a near disaster was narrowly avoided in the business district on Wednesday morning. Buildings long seen as a menace to nearby properties faced potential losses, with critics noting high insurance rates and the need for stricter safeguards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley
County court warns of exhausting funds and curb on expenditures
The county court admits the general county fund will be exhausted six months before year end. It warns that buying poor farms lavishly and similar spending cannot continue without depleting the treasury. The court says it must ease spending for the rest of the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General County Fund
Republicans Back League Gain In Press Poll
Editors of Republican papers laughed at Wilson's claim a large American majority backs the League of Nations. A Literary Digest survey of 1,377 newspapers shows Republican journalists who favor the League have a larger following than those opposing it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
League of Nations
Literary Digest
League
Beckley Urges Growth and Commerce Policy
The Huntington chamber of commerce campaigns to raise 500000 to grow Huntington to 100000 population arguing citizens must fund the effort as sound business. Beckley could invest 50000 for a 20000 population gain in five years and yield strong returns. An auto line between Raleigh and Mercer counties linking Princeton is praised and Beckley institutions continually pursue new enterprises showing Beckley as the best policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington Chamber of Commerce
Huntington
Beckley
Raleigh
Mercer Counties
Princeton
Unfilled Pledges Extended to 1919 War Savings Stamps
Government extends unfilled pledges to 1919 War Savings Stamps. 1919 stamps are blue, bear Franklin, yield 4 percent interest compounded quarterly. Available at post offices and banks. Thrift Stamps/cards from 1918 stay valid. use 16 Thrift Stamps with extra cents to reach 4 dollars. Do not mix 1918 and 1919 certificates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin
Sassafras Tea Through Time In A Household Tale
A nostalgic portrait notes Sassafras tea as a cherished morning ritual, its fragrant bark evoking distant spice islands and a bygone era. The piece contrasts quaint domestic lore with dated beliefs about remedies, hydrophobia, and warts, ending with a clipped reference to a New York Tribune discussion on benevolences and tax ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Tithing for World Christianization
The piece argues that if every U S churchman donated ten percent of his income, over two billion dollars yearly would aid global Christianizing efforts. It cites 40.5 million members at about $500 per capita, and notes potential hospital care for sick children, reduced infant mortality in South America, renewal for India’s outcasts, spread of Christianity in Africa, and higher pastor salaries at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
India
Central
South Africa
Raleigh Couple Lose Baby
Infant daughter of Mr and Mrs R H Kidd died Thursday April 10 in their Raleigh home. Remains shipped to Cen terville for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
R. H. Kidd
Centerville
Freeman Child Dies in Raleigh Home
Infant son of Mr and Mrs Everette Freeman died at their Raleigh home Saturday. Burial held Sunday at Beaver Cemetery with local obituary notices honoring the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everette Freeman
Raleigh
Beaver Cemetery
Beware of small expenses, a small leak will sink a big ship
W. S. S. urges prudent spending warning readers to monitor minor costs that can escalate into major losses, highlighting financial caution in everyday budgeting and business practices.
War Loan Spirit Praises Herald Letter From Sykesville Manager
A. W. Hall of the Sykesville Herald sends a commendation to the War Loan Organization in Richmond, praising the paper for free service and space in support of the Victory Loan. He notes the Herald will continue to aid all-war activities without charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Loan Organization
Richmond, Va
A. W. Hall
Sykesville (Md
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