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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1932
Page
2
The piece extols the Bible Christmas narrative as the best editorial ever written, noting the star, wise men, shepherds, and the benediction Glory to God in the highest. It calls Christmas the symbol of peace, humane conduct, and family unity that transcends generations and unites humanity.
As Raleigh county used R F C funds for emergency relief after road funds ran dry, concerns arose over a 30 cent hourly wage 2 40 for a five hour day. Officials warned the program would attract workers, but months of experience show the job was too attractive and should be a last resort for the unemployed.
The Reconstruction Finance Corporation uniform pay scale is criticized for not reflecting local conditions. Directors are faulted for a one size fits all approach. Local administrators and field reps should have more input, with final approval by higher authorities. In Raleigh county, results show mixed blessings and imperfect outcomes.
The Observer in Princeton argues jurors grand pelis and coroners should serve without pay to cut court costs and boost efficiency. It notes Mercer County jurors are mostly well paid and take per diem, while some counties use professional jurors. It suggests selecting substantial local citizens and fixes on a maximum service period.
Large Nebraska ranches now travel tens of thousands of miles by aircraft each year, using planes for herd movement and buyer shows. Aviations cuts travel time, boosts efficiency, and reduces costs, though vast open spaces still pose challenges to cattle operations.
A column of opinion and chatter reflects on resolutions and ambition. It comments on bank health and prosperity, plus social quirks, with light anecdotes about local residents shopping and church attendance.
The Rome county districts adopt an early termination for the current schools year saving about 834,000 in teachers pay while schools run eight months. The move is criticized for harming students though boards cite lack of funds and no alternative. Calls arise to consolidate schools and reform the system.
Lillybrook West Virginia reports a small daughter of Mr and Mrs Rob Smith improving in Beckley hospital. Several residents are ill with flu and colds. Jimmy Rubin son of Mr and Mrs M O Rubin improving after an operation. Mr and Mrs Charlie Sorells welcomed a baby boy. James Beasley of Berkley visited James Williams Wednesday. Local residents attended a Christmas play by Stocoffi school Wednesday night. Mavie Sweeney called on Margaret Thomas. Clarence Thrush of Beckley and Mr Mrs J C Thomas visited Monday. Tarvey of Raleigh and Ronnie Clarvey of Princeton visited Waller Bottomery this week. Bill Miles working in the area.
A mother seeks guidance for a two and a half year old daughter who screams for everything. Experts urge ignoring the outbursts, withholding rewards, and calmly removing the child until quiet, then offering friendly attention when she tries to use words.
The national bank of Romania withdraws the 3000 dinars note from circulation after discovering it was used by Romanians to smuggle savings abroad for dollars or francs. In another item, Vyomas We MTL 103 of Munce fiona Michigan passed his driving test and earned a new license, after a 22 year wait.
The piece details two actresses named June Knight sharing the Broadway scene in different acts. It traces a tangle of legal adoptions and stage naming battles involving Jack Toland and Harry Holland, noting Ziegfeld’s involvement and the public confusion over which performer uses which identity. The profile then shifts to June Knight the revues star, describing her early life, health struggles, and rise to singing and dancing fame with her distinctive look and stage presence.
Farrell Armitage pursues Barbara Quentin while Leila Cane foreshadows marriage. In a moonlit drive Barbara hints at visiting Toxeter to view Mark Loddyla’s portraits as Armitage confronts a secret past, discovering a portrait of Leila Cane in Barbara’s collection.
A backstage exchange shows Ethel Barrymore brushing off formality with a quip to call her kid. The piece notes shifting theater youth norms and mentions William Buller advocating a subsidized educational theater and references Yeats.
Budapest December 24 The government appropriates 176000 for daily wine rations to Hungarian troops and gendarmes as relief for wine growers hit by wartime shortages.
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