Beadley Beckley Daily News Noted Economic Outlook
In a December 7 1950 Raleigh Beckley column the editor reflects on 1949 1950 savings excesses and low circulation. Banks report record savings while production slowed and jobs scarce. The piece predicts a gradual 1951 revival with lower costs and a steadier trade flow for workers able to keep jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Main Street
Beckley
W. Va
A. S. Johnston
National
Devine Tenney Corporation
New York
Chrysler Building
Chicago
Michigan Ave
Adv
Associated Press
Curinus
Chamber of Commerce
United States
North Kanawha street poles to be moved off sidewalks
The article urges removing utility poles from the new North Kanawha street sidewalks by placing lines just inside property lines. It notes pole owners cannot bury or relocate lines easily and calls on the chamber of commerce to press city council for an orderly shift. It also mentions OsFord choir boys and a church reading matter during sermons.
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North Kanawha
Beckley Streets
North Kanawha Street
North
Kanawha Street
Chamber of Commerce
Wort
Osford
SS Michael's Church
Jess
Baxter
A Different Tone Shapes 1931 Legislature Session
The article notes a new atmosphere as voters push for reform and an unfettered session. It expects reform in tax, redistricting, reapportionment, and water power policy with unbossed debate, urging lawmakers to serve the state over politics. Opie Read adds a Florida quip about a long-ago case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mis
Urey
Urere
Opie
Florida
Fedge
Constitutional Commission Proposes Wide Tax and Government Changes
A list of recommendations from the state constitutional commission covers taxation shifts including a 60 cent cap on agricultural personal property, new income taxes on individuals and corporations, county tax boards, and a short ballot for top state offices. It also outlines government reforms such as home rule for municipalities, abolished districts, a state executive style, and court and judiciary reorganizations with added certiorari and probate provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dager
Bates
Esi
Columns and Criticism on Ailing Nation and Jail Conditions
Alphonso surveys national woes from Christmas seals to federal help and oddities, then critiques Raleigh county jail conditions. He cites reports on German Ford sales and laments overcrowded jail cells, bed shortages, and inadequate comfort.
Public Forum Critique of Raleigh County Jail Conditions
A letter writer disputes A. Godbey's statements as Raleigh county jail head. The writer describes chaos among inmates and inadequate sleeping facilities, asserting Godbey may be unaware or misinformed. The piece notes a planned visit to verify conditions firsthand.
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Mere Werten Cors
Inman
Mithovily
Raleigh County
Tog A. Dun
Faleiale County
Raleigh
E County
Raleigh Wegister
The
Register
A. McGodley
Certsin
Golbey
Godbey
Mr. Godbey
Watch Racket By Broadway Draws Crowd And Shills
A Broadway scene shows a man with a bag selling watches for a quarter while crowds buy then test at outside edges. Shills move with the seller to sustain the scam, echoing past dime-store versions and drawing wary observers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Seeds of Discord in a Tangled Family Drama
Fanny Frost faces pressure at home as financial trouble and a club poker loss strain her marriage to David. Bob Daniels counsels and comforts her while Fanny plans to attend Emily Bennett's Halloween party with David’s approval dimmed by debt and distrust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fanny Frost
Uuatere
Frost-Broisabeck
Cloughbarre
Kanuy
Bob
Felis
Fanny
David
Lela
Pigsta
Ateplat
Avid
Emily Bennett
Bob Daniels
Tontebi
Country Club
Bennett Place
Mrs. Frost
Emmeline
Leila
Fin Bo Barry
Sheila
Margaret Philtrick
Lim
du Ifateel Howe Farnhaw
Mr and Mrs Haddtock Abroad being rewritten for pictures
A fragment notes the book Mr and Mrs Haddtock Abroad is being rewritten for an adaptation with a couple of other fellows and mentions a doll peddler in an all night context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Haddtock
Club in Turmoil as Patrons Sell Smarter
A shaky club reports rising nervous strain while patrons respond by selling smarter. Play-lates numbers show a downturn as crowd behavior and confidence wane, signaling broader distress within the venue.
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Ister
Constitutional Commission
State Constitution Commission
Justices of the Peace du Oeach
Supreme Court
Lgishiture
Wiclon
IWAK
Rena
Alphonso
Santi Claus
New England
Rhode Island
Congress
Floover Ainke Rood
Germany
Ford
WALPZ
BY Hall
Public Forum
Tost
Broadway
Women's Organization For National Prohibition Reform
Wickersham Exchange
Donald Ogden Stewart
Hollywood
Raleigh County Bank
Beckley, W. Va
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