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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1937
Page
4
The extraordinary session of congress ended unproductively according to The Associated Press. If an election were next, the minority could capitalize on the lack of legislation, but a new session is planned and President Roosevelt may wield greater influence than before.
Alfred P. Sloan's ten million gift funds a study by disinterested scientists to examine basic economic truths. Critics fear it may fund reactionary propaganda while supporters say the money comes from industry and should clarify policy. The Register praises Sloan for investing in inquiry and potential public benefit.
A radio broadcast with Arturo Toscanini, touted as the greatest conductor, launches a Saturday night concert series anticipated to draw thousands of new music lovers. The piece argues radio's role in popularizing serious music, contrasts with past limits on broadcasts, and predicts lasting impact on audiences and broadcasters.
Private George A. Mellen of the United States Marines sends a playful dated note from the Galapagos Islands to sailors and sea creatures. The letter claims initiation as a shellback at the Equator and mentions Humbolt current, cool air, seals and penguins, while joking about Neptune and Goethals stamps. Local readers react with humorous commentary and oddball tangents about stamps, calendars, and winter climates as Christmas nears.
Central Press columnist Charles P. Stewart notes Senator William H. King of Utah warns against overcentralization as states seek federal funds. He cites road program mania, state bonds, and rail competition, arguing states cannot have independence while demanding national support. The piece labels the tension a constitutional paradox.
In New York a columnist chronicles an average day by noting people he sees and talks to, from Nat Dorfman and Roland Young near Lindy’s to encounters with Dick Maney Peter Swaur Willard Keefe Clair Luce Senator Carter Glass Robert Prescott Ford Frick and even Santa Claus. He records details and reflections after a day in the city.
Thirteen people including seven of Buffalo’s 15 common councilmen were indicted on felony charges after a seven week Erie county grand jury inquiry into city affairs. Twelve defendants pled not guilty. a final arraignment and further actions followed as a plea for a special prosecutor and extra grand jury were requested.
Councilman John J. Doyle Democrat faces two counts of obtaining proceeds from fraudulent vouchers totaling $84.40. John J. Kennedy Republican is indicted on a similar charge, and George J. Young Republican also faces a like indictment.
Opera star Galli Curci first sang the role of Gilda in Verdi’s Rigoletto during a Rome premiere 28 years ago, marking a long awaited breakthrough in her career.
A fragment describes a calendar book from Beckley Ice and Feed company that blends travel mentions from California to the Galapagos with housekeeper tips and recipes. The narrator notes the colorful cottage image and learns the Galapagos Islands are in the Pacific Ocean.
Nina confronts her past with David Day after Bermuda and an Atlantic City scandal. He forgives her as they admit love, plan a future in Harmony, and dismiss the old marriage crisis with a hopeful reconciliation. Button the dog witnesses their renewed bond.
A UC Berkeley scientist H. J. Almquist developed an icebox method to concentrate a new vitamin K that aids blood clotting. He placed the concentrate in methanol, froze it with dry ice, then thawed and refroze it to yield progressively purer crystals.
The father of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow disapproved of his son pursuing a literary career.
The article warns against highly spiced or condiment heavy foods for children noting that spices can mask natural flavors. It concedes a small amount of salt is necessary for dietary balance and flavor.
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