Recovery Marathon Foresees Prosperity in England and U S
The piece contrasts England and the United States pursuing prosperity via different policies. It notes renewed British employment, rising exports, and a revenue surge paired with spending cuts. It argues for a fair consumer sales tax in West Virginia to balance tax reform and fund schools and police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
America
Uncle Sam
Wat
John Bull
United States
West Virginia
Fairly Balanced Taxation Debate in Legislature
The passage of the modern income tax and repeal of gross income tax over $600 shift the system toward a potential sales tax. The reform aimed to tax small incomes but faced collection costs, leaving the poor with relief and prompting questions about future tax structure.
Working For Good Causes
The piece argues that while many find it hard to circulate petitions for public causes, performing this small duty helps rally sentiment, builds neighborly ties, and yields pleasant conversations, proving such efforts are easier and highly influential for good outcomes.
Pass $2 liquor floor tax headline
Government debate centers on a proposed two dollar per drink floor tax prompting public reaction. Doris Duke’s wealth draws attention as commentators compare luxury spending to policy costs.
Press Comment on State Consolidation Proposals
The Raleigh Register endorses Senator Johnsons plan to cut 55 counties to 15 while urging Beckley as the capital for Summers Raleigh Monroe and Fayette. The Hinton Independent Herald questions drastic changes and suggests consolidating four counties and even two Virginias governments to return to earlier arrangements and rail links.
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Raleigh Register
Johnson
Beckley
Summers
Raleigh
Monroe
Fayette
Register
Hinton
Hinton Independent-Herald
Roosevelt ends AAA dispute with Peek resignation plan
Washington observers see President Roosevelt resolving the AAA feud by moving Peek to a new State Department division to promote foreign markets for farm products. Peek, a longtime proponent of export outlets for surplus crops, will head the unit aiming to open markets for midwestern farm goods. The shift is seen as easing internal tensions and advancing export strategy.
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Washington
Roosevelt
London
AAA
Wallace
Peek
State Department
Midwest
Commentary and Quotations on Life and Society
A column of remarks and excerpts from ALPHONSO and others covers New Era views on Prohibition Roosevelt independence and social manners. It notes gossip at White House and the need for independence in childhood amid homesickness and parental guidance.
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White House
Mrs. Roosevelt
Hollywood Sounds 4) A Holiday Tribute in Quiet Movie Circles
In Hollywood courtesies go unspoken in public but bloom in casual talk. The piece notes that actors and directors frequently praise colleagues in informal remarks, while sharper barbs dominate formal chatter. It highlights the daily, private generosity of praise amid a culture known for self regard.
Homesickness in a devoted mother’s long farewell
A narrative recalls Mrs. Jones a loving parent who stayed home to comfort her children. Her constant presence meant tears on departures and joyless trips, shaping the children’s later school years as they faced inevitable separations and the lasting sorrow of leaving home.
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Mrs. Jones
Elks Charity Minstrel Monarchs At Memorial Auditorium
The Elks Lodge presents the Minstrel Monarchs at Memorial auditorium on December 21 and 22. Featuring solos by Ladd Ross Paul Dixon Jim Lemon Bill Williams Bob Long and others with a revue Daisy Days and a musical tale Hot Dog Jones. Proceeds fund Christmas baskets for the needy.
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Elks Charity
Memorial Auditorium
Elks Lodge
Ladd Ross
Paul Dixon
Jimm Lemon
Bill Williams
Bob Long
H. E. Ash
Lillian Lawson
Charlene George
Gladys Thompson
Nell Shanklin
The
Elks
River shipments rise sharply in November totals
The Associated Press reports that river shipments in November showed a large rise from 1932. Major W. D. Styer, U S district engineer, gave figures: Allegheny 222118 tons vs 150234, Ohio 658896 vs 494493, Monongahela 1074795 vs 762993.
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Associated Press
Pittsburgh
W. D. Styer
U. S
Allegheny River
Ohio
Monongahela
Hollywood Praise Amid Onset of Holiday Cheer
A collage of quotes from Ann Harding, Herb Mundin, Robert Fifth, Rosemary Ames and others praising actors Spencer Tracy Claire Trevor Buster Crabbe Clara Bow and more. The remarks suggest Hollywood harmony amid industry chatter and public admiration as the era’s stars receive accolades and support.
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Ann Harding
Spencer Tracy
Tom Garner
Herbert Mundin
Mary Brian
Robert Fifth
Buster Crabbe
Tarzan
Rosemary Ames
Claire Trevor
Clara Bow
Aline MacMahon
Marie Dressler
Lillian Harvey
Joan Crawford
Hollywood
Socialite adviser Alice Moats ends Hollywood stint
Alice Leone Moats, socialite and adviser, concludes a six week contract in Hollywood citing weariness from inactivity. She quips that she will stay only while the seat of her breeches remains intact as a measure of stamina.
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Alice- Leone Moats
Hollywood
L A Mays Injured in Beckley Hospital Admission
L A Mays of Stotesbury was admitted to Beckley hospital last night for pelvic injuries and a facial laceration after an accident at the scene. He is under treatment and listed in stable condition.
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L. R. Mays
Stotesbury
Beckley Hospital
Forbidden Valley chase ties to Russian escapees
Curt Tennyson returns to Vancouver chasing leads about Sonya Nichole and Ralph on a secrecy bound mission. Sonya is revealed as the daughter of Prince Stephan Volkov, a Russian émigré. A Russian ally recalls the Volkova escape from the Red Terror.
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Aur Karakhan
Canada
Curt Tennyson
Vancouver
Sonya
Ralph Nichole
Curt
Prince Stephn Volkov
Volkova
The Volkovs and a Mysterious Stranger in Victoria
Curt pursues Sonya Volkov’s background in Victoria learning she taught at a private school and lived with a governess family. a neighbor mentions a frequent Russian visitor linked to Igor Karakhan, suggesting a possible link as Curt and Baldwin press further for clues.
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Arly
Victoria
Baldwin
Sonya
Curt
Volkov
Lilluars
Badwin
Sonya Volkov
Karakhan
Russia
Vladivostok
C.P
Volkovs
Ralph Nichols
Vancouver
Igor Karakhan
William B. Mowery
Community Notes from Gatewood and Nearby
Gatewood West Virginia resident W Henson remains seriously ill at his home. Nancy Sheaves visited by daughter A L Richards. Hollis Epperly and Emma Sexton visited Charleston Saturday. Madeline Poff returned home after visiting grandparents at Beckwith. Eva Epperly nurse at Montgomery hospital spent weekend with Edd Epperly family. S L Richards confined to home by illness. Zettia Bennett Calvin Bennett Frank Wheeler and family visited E J Rey Nolde at Minden on Sunday.
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Bob Henson
Nancy Sheaves
A. L. Richards
Hollis Epperly
Emma Sexton
Charleston
Madeline Poff
Mrs. Jones
Beckwith
Eva Epperly
Montgomery Hospital
Edd Epperly
S. L. Richards
Zettia Bennett
Calvin Bennett
Frank Wheeler
E. J. Rey Nolde
Minden
Baker brothers from Kathryn tied to coal firm record
E R BAKER III and F R Baker both from Kathryn Fayette county work as bookkeepers for Hemlock Hollow Coal and Coke. E R Baker III was admitted yesterday to Beckley Hospital for treatment.
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F. R. Baker
Kathryn
Fayette County
Hemlock Hollow Coal and Coke Company
Beckley Hospital
Amber charms sent to sister village in Yugoslavia
By The Association Gydnia Poland reports Dec 15 that Gydnia has learned of a village with the same name in Yugoslavia. It has sent amber good luck charms and an album depicting how the former fishing village has grown in ten years into a large port.
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Sam
Great Britain
England
Associa
William Brown Admitted to Beckley Hospital for Treatment
William Brown, 47, of Lawton was admitted to Beckley hospital yesterday for treatment after an incident described as ending in him owing another man.
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William Brown
Lawton
Beckley Hospital
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Herbert C. Plummer
Congress
Alphonso
New York
Concordia
E. E. Kelley
Topeka
Ywood
By Robbin Coons
Tekst
Brooke Peters Church
L. A. Mays
Forbidden Valley
William Byron Monouy
Mongolian
Urga
Feodor Plekhanov
Stephn
Peking
Plekhanov
Curt Laughed
Ann
Jim Gunnar
Helen Mathieson
Marlin
Danger
Gatewood, W. Va
E. R. Baker III
Gdynias
Europe
Lawton Man III
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