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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1946
Page
2
Publication notice states Beclley and Hinton offices processed mail as second class matter under W. Va. law. The document attributes editorial leadership to W. Randolph Norton and credits The Associated Press for news dispatches and local coverage.
A West Virginia editorial urges the State Education Association to propose specific teacher pay. It argues education is vital and calls for substantial funding, insisting the S.E.A. reveal a salary request before Charleston legislators meet. It emphasizes broad public support if the proposal is clear and timely.
The piece warns that gambling endangers sports credibility from professional baseball to football and local high school events. It cites the 25 year old Cincinnati scandal and a near fix involving the Giants and Bears, where two Giants players aided police. It urges constant vigilance by coaches and the state to prosecute and keep games clean.
A publisher reports the top pre publication orders went to Tolstoys Anna Karenina and Sinclair Lewiss Main Street, indicating broad appeal beyond sensational works. The data suggests public reading aligns with both popular and critical perspectives, from the streets to academia.
In a postwar surge the automobile industry reached its two millionth car within 12 months. The 1916 target of 6,000,000 vehicles was hindered by strikes over wages and price-profit concerns, with industry preparing for a higher output future.
Randolph Norton reflects on publisher Charles Hodel in a nostalgic column. He recalls Hodel’s guidance about developing an individual editorial style and his belief that a newspaper must serve the public first and profit second. Norton notes Hodel’s integrity and principle driven approach to editing and accountability.
Navy plans sweeping changes to its promotion scheme from midshipmen to retirement aimed at promoting younger leaders and fresh ideas. The proposal would allow top young officers to rise quickly, with enlisted specialists gaining higher rank and potential changes to retirement ages to keep pace with modern warfare and new technologies.
The column toys with hopeful signs of thawing winter and economic novelty. It mentions a New York department store pausing heated sidewalks, a $25 necktie, and a wild riff on a casino scene, alongside quirky consumer fantasies from toys to car accessories and home gadgets.
The article notes aggressive push by chambers of commerce and hotels to assemble and sell convention plans as war constraints ease. It highlights expected rise to about ten thousand conventions, boosting services from badge printing to catering and tours, with strong implications for hotels, suppliers, and regional sales efforts.
Salesmen complain that prewar mileage allowances are inadequate as unions press for higher rates for those using personal cars. Increased breakdowns and repair costs raise motoring expenses while gas and oil rise only modestly. The National Wholesale Druggists Association begins a study to set new bases for sales cars and similar surveys are planned by other trade groups as manufacturers push a radio in every room campaign launching in March.
Cynthia and Stan share a flirtatious day at Willowdale Country Club. A pool race and candy bar bet lead to AndrewStan’s kiss as Rita confronts Cynthia at home, prompting doubts about their rapidly advancing relationship and her loyalty to Rita.
Hollywood gossip traces marriages and romances among silent era stars. Constance Adams Davis, Clara Bow, Rex Bell, and others are noted with connections to directors, actors, and industry figures. The piece highlights ceremonies, spouses, and social scenes in early film society.
Beckley area veterans and other men meet requirements are urged to enlist in the newly authorized National Guard. Lt Col Daniel Holliday says armory conversion will finish soon and two companies will be staffed. Groups meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. for enlistment information.
A brewer's assistant killed his bride of twelve days, Mrs Helen Grant aged 33, in a domestic incident. Thomas H Grant surrendered to police shortly after the shooting at the home. Authorities cite jealousy as a possible motive amid a troubled marriage and four children from a previous union.
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