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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1950

Page

6

Three Weekend Accidents Leave Three Hurt and One Arrested

Beckley area saw three weekend crashes with three people injured and one arrest. Charles E. Farley of Cherry Creek faces charges of driving while drunk and hit and run after sideswiping two cars and colliding with a third on U S Route 142 near Glen Daniel. He fled after the third impact but was caught after a short chase. Property damage about 175 dollars. Farley released on property bond and may be arraigned today.

Beckley Charles E. Farley Cherry Creek Glen Daniel Farley J. H. McGhee Beaver Evelyn L. Bowles Stansford Beckley Hospital N. Kanawha Street Wilson Street

Road work advances as grading completes at Pluto and bridges rise

State Road Commission finishes grading at Pluto and begins base. stone base laid and plan to cover with crushed rock to prevent mud this winter. Relocation of the Lester road continues with heavy equipment. three bridges near Cherleff see steel and wood rebuilds, abutments underway. Little Marsh road near Whitesville slated for blacktop. Centennial parade dog training proceeds at Institute Elementary with Ted Cook guiding handlers and dogs in heel.

State Road Commission Pluto George Gadd Gadd Asis Lester Raleigh County Institute Ted Cook Cook Sandra Waybright Lassie Buddy Andrews Midge Billy Kautz Mitzie Linda Hutchins Denny

V-31 Day to be Noted By Fireworks Tonight

Fireworks mark V-31 Day with a Be ckl ey Beckley event at Beckley Mount Hope airport starting at 9 p m. Frank Albanese leads the program with Sophia High School band speakers from Raleigh County American Legion Post 32 and Beckley Moose Lodge. Free parking and flag displays planned.

Beckley Mount Hope Frank Albanese Albanese Sophia High School Raleigh County American Legion Post 32 Beckley Lodge of the Loyal Order of Moose

Radio Program Schedule Highlights Daily News and Variety

An on-air timetable lists multiple stations and shows across the day. Entries include News for 15 Minutes, Kiddies Hour repeats, Sports Music Time, One Man's Family with Garry Moore, Gordon MacRae Shaw, Hollywood Playhouse, Barlow Concert, NBC TV Broadway, Crime Fighters, Music from Adelphia, Murder by Experts, and more. The lineup spans dramas, talk, music, concerts, and variety programs with numerous host names and times.

Nbe Chs Abe-East Kiddies Abe- West Mds-East Mbs-Weat Cbs Thtes Cbha Garry Moore Nte Sbe Nta Gordon MacRae Shaw Hollywood Plaryouse Cha Ethel and Albert Bobby Benson Barlow Abe Tateo Nbc-Tv Mr Bear Henry Taylor Abe Joe Hasel Voorhees Dbs Adelphia Paul Lavalle Bard Abe Granby Solitoquoy Aba Joan Davis Cbs United Firet Cba

Baylor Summer Commencement Largest Class Ever

John William Totten, son of Mr and Mrs D Q Totten of 108 Ellison Avenue, will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree as part of Baylor University's summer commencement. The ceremony honors 300 graduates, the largest summer class in Baylor history, with 151 degree types listed. Totten is among the 93 graduates receiving bachelor degrees.

John William Totten Baylor Baylor University D. Q. Totten Ellison Avenue Totten W. R. White

GOP Plans One Day Political Schools Across West Virginia

West Virginia Republicans announced six one day political schools to train precinct workers before the November election. The four hour courses cover campaign techniques party structure and publicity with instructors from the national headquarters. Diplomas will be awarded and Rev James N Morgan will give the commencement address and receive an honorary doctor of divinity degree.

Associated Press Parkersburg Republican Party West Virginia Robert B. McDougle Republican National Washington McDougle Bluefield Charleston Wheeling Clarksburg Morgantown James N. Morgan Popular Forth Worth

Veterans TB claims to be reviewed under new law

Veterans with rejected service connected pulmonary tuberculosis will have case records reviewed under Public Law 73 to determine eligibility for benefits. The law extends the presumptive period from one to three years after discharge and applies to Spanish-American War veterans. World War I veterans are unaffected.

Veterans Administration

AEP To Remove Ten Light Poles In Beckley

Appalachian Electric Power Company announces removal of about ten light poles in downtown Beckley this afternoon. Several poles support traffic lights that must be relocated and new control cables will be installed where needed. Where poles have concrete bases they will be cut off close to the ground if removal is possible.

Beckley Appalachian Electric Power Company

Scouters Schedule Roundtable Sessions This Week

Four Boy Scouts of America roundtable sessions are listed for the week. Gus Walker announces sessions led by district officials at Hinton Memorial Building, Mulenns, Kopperston, and Ebenezer Baptist Church with designated district chairmen and commissioners.

Gus Walker Appalachian Council Boy Scouts of America Hinton Memorial R. R. Keller Harold Eagle Guyandotte Ben Dunman Mullens G. D. Skidmore R. G. Bennett Kopperston John Lambert J. L. Bradley Ebenezer Baptist Church J. 5. Butts Corey O. Mitchell

Farmer Sues for 5000 Over False Arrest

Robert Farmer of Mabscott sues George Davis for 5000 damages in Raleleh County Circuit Court alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution after an August 3 arrest for allegedly obtaining money under false pretenses.

Robert Farmer Mabscott George Davis Raleleh County Farmer

Eleven Drunks and Others Jailed Yesterday

Charles Mullins and Mary Lou Stover of Pax were jailed in Rateigh County on grand larceny charges by Rateigh County constables Billy Queen and Henry Ward. Fred G. Harless of Rock Creek jailed for driving while drunk. Salathiel Gillispie of East Beckley charged on an assault warrant by City Police. Eleven others jailed on drunk charges. J Matthew Reynolds of East Beckley released on a $30 cash bond pending tonight’s police court appearance. The unnamed Negro faces a reckless driving charge.

Charles Mullins Mary Lou Stover Pax Rateigh Grand Larteeny Billy Queen Henry Ward Fred G. Harless Rock Creek Salathiel Gillispi East Beckley i J. Matthew Reynolds East Beckley

Resinol Ointment Brings Long Lasting Relief for Itchy Skin

Advert shows Resinol Ointment trusted for dry eczema itch and chafing relief. Available at all druggists with claims of small but lasting comfort.

Be Customer Becket Beckley Park Pup Delights Visitors

Becket Beckley Park draws hundreds of children daily as Dolores Davis notes the park remains a lively community hub. A talented puddy dog capers on a slick slide, entertaining families and adding charm to the city recreation scene.

Dolores Davis Register Beckley

$100 Support Payments Ordered in Raleigh Court

Verna Haskell Lusk was ordered to pay Josephine Foley Lusk $100 monthly for herself and four infant children. Judge Ben H. Ashworth of the Raleigh County Circuit Court signed the order today. Payments begin Aug. 15 and continue monthly during the divorce suit.

Verna Haskell Lusk Josephine Foley Lusk Ben. H. Ashworth Raleigh County Lusk

Legion Post 32 To Discuss Meet Tonight

Legion Post 32 Raleigh County will meet at 8 in Room 10 of the Memorial Building. Final plans for attending the West Virginia American Legion Convention in Charleston August 25 to 27 will be completed. Tommy E. Jones is a candidate for second vice president of the state organization. Al Goldstein is appointed Child Welfare officer for a one year term. Plans to send Woodrow Wilson High School band to the Legion Convention will be discussed.

Raleigh County Legion Post 32 Memorial Building C. Marshall Johnston West Virginia American Legion Charleston Johnston Tommy E. Jones al Goldstein Woodrow Wilson High School Legion Convention

False Teeth That Lose Need Not Embarrass

False teeth wearers often fear plate slippage. Apply FASTEETH powder on the teeth to secure them, improve comfort, and reduce odor. It is an alkaline non acidic product sold at drug stores.

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