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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
4
Governor Cox’s acceptance speech for the Democratic nomination is praised as forward looking and practical. Observers describe his tone as straightforward and capable, with courage to face issues and provide remedies for the nation’s problems. The public is urged to view Cox as a steady leader for progress and freedom.
The piece notes ancient objections to censuses and compares them to modern U S census complaints. It argues civic pride makes residents unhappy with population estimates versus actual counts and suggests census data can frustrate communities despite lack of divine prohibition. Names, dates, or places are not provided.
The piece argues that speed maniacs threaten all on city streets, not only their own lives, calling them dangerous criminals. It urges law enforcement to pursue them and judges to impose full penalties to protect the public from reckless motorists.
A historical column argues Senator Harding is a straddler on league for peace. Taft endorses a League with reservations for U S guidance, while Hiram Johnson hails his firm stand against a world league. The piece questions how Harding can satisfy both sides.
Dispatches say Emma Goldman who spoke for Bolshevism here now denounces Bolshevism after being deported to Russia. The note warns other anarchists living in freedom and luxury of a capitalist nation who fail to value their privileges. They are returned to the country they profess to love.
A government expert says the peak of high prices was reached in June and Beckley remains atop that peak. The quote notes the slogan Peace Progress and Prosperity associated with Geo H White, Democratic campaign manager, and its possible reflection in Governor Cox's acceptance speech.
The Monroe Watchman reports on Wickline, a convict from the state penitentiary brought to testify in the Sam Crews murder case at the Monroe Circuit Court. Despite guards, he travels freely, prompting debate on pardons and parole. The piece argues leniency and private parole fuel mob violence, urging public officers to avoid abetting criminals to curb lynch law.
A list notes marriages to be performed for several couples from Sprague Beckley Winding Gulf Meadow View Timberland Tamrov Mullens Fireco and nearby towns. Names include Robert Anderson Brady 26 Annie Elizabeth Karnes 16 Frank Bradley 21 Cora Finney 22 Edward Midkiff 26 Jessie Via 22 Ralph Hilton 25 Mary Ann Tapp 21 Richard Goodwin 28 Eadra Lilly 16 Carmelo Cullira 28 Rosa Tanara 19 Raymond McClure 22 Pearl Brogan 18.
Mrs Louise Hullihen Marshall returned to Staunton Virginia after visiting Mr and Mrs W Heuser. She is daughter of Rev W T Hullihen longtime pastor at Trinity Episcopal church. She stopped en route home to see her son in physical training camp at Alderson where Major Mulliken oversees about three hundred trainees.
Cent. O. Rooney of Brooklyn Father Charles Rooney of Germantown Pa visit Beckley with Mrs A P Grass and her father. They arrived from New York Tuesday. Captain Rooney once visited Beckley and is remembered by many. Father Charles Peeney newly ordained visits his sister before departing for foreign mission likely to Panama or China.
The Raleigh Baptist Association elected Rev J W Legg of Fayetteville as moderator and Pr B Lacy Hoge as vice moderator. R S Taylor of Beckley was re elected clerk. Next year’s meeting will be in Fayetteville on August 10 and 11.
A Kanawha County woman collects alimony from two ex husbands, each contributing $10 weekly for the care of herself and her two children.
Tennessee lawmakers in session to consider ratifying the suffrage amendment. Prospects for ratification appear not encouraging.
A. V. Gregory former Raleigh county highway engineer praises a local roads article from July 29 and argues for bond funds to improve alignment and grades. He notes Shady Spring’s superior hard surface results from prior work and strategic fund use. Also covers the 21 day 3000 mile Ford tour by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shaw from Los Angeles to Beckley en route to New York and England.
The article outlines continued campaign discussions in Kanawha County focusing on support for Gross eup and testimony from the Republican party factions. It cites speeches by Samuel Montgomery and a sworn writing in the circuit clerk’s records as part of the political argument. Koontz defends Republican motives while praising Montgomery as a friend of labor, asserting no personal detriment to Morgan despite political controversy.
The speaker argues against class-based governance and warns a governor must serve all people, not a single interest. He reflects on securing a party nomination at a May primary and asserts being chosen by voters, not auction, ensures governance through broad support rather than special interests.
The speaker notes political dynamics across the state, signaling a likely gubernatorial win and promising an independent, fair administration. He asserts intention to govern all groups including coal operators and laborers with equal duty and justice, pledging to act without control by any single faction.
Mrs. Harriett Welling and Mrs. E M Merrill entertained Friday evening for guest Mrs. W D Park with a movie party after an informal game of bridge and 42 in the home. Attending were Mrs. J E McCreery, Mrs. W H Plummer, Mrs. J C Daniel, Mrs. H H Pinkney, Mrs. E S Dupuy, Mrs. R V Martin, Mrs. S M Miller, Mrs. J L Bumgardner, Mrs. Wm Taylor, Mrs. J M Ferguson, Mrs. Welling, Mrs. Park and Mrs. Merrill.
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