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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1933

Page

2

Local Inflation Debate and County Stamp-Scrip in Use

Washington observers urge inflation fears abate and the dollar stay firm while noting local currencies emerge. North Carolina counties issue stamp-scrip to pay local bills, redeemable in real money, lowering bond costs and boosting local commerce.

Washington Congress Raleigh North Carolina

Republicans Cleared in McDowell House Races

The record blames both the committee and opponent Mil liner for the outcome while four McDowell Republicans avoid disruption. On its face the action appears fair, despite criticism.

Millinder McDowell

Republicans accuse fraud in Millinder seat dispute

Republicans allege Democratic overreach in the state senate election by seating C Frank Millinder over A G Rutherford. They cite discarded McDowell precincts after a Dr Hatfield review, claiming unlawful intimidation and fraud could have altered Rutherford’s majority.

Millinder State Senate C. Frank Millinder A. G. Rutherford McDowell-Mingo-Wayne-Wyoming McDowell County Hatfield McDowell Rutherford Elections Committee of the Senate

Price-Cutting Phobia and deflation fears increase business worries

A stock market era note argues ongoing commodity price declines threaten recovery. It says price cutting harms demand, causes liquidation, and restrains national income growth while some sectors may still bear higher prices. It cautions not all deflation will persist.

Amendments urged to tighten primary election law

Delegate Matthews of Fayette county proposes amendments to shorten ballots by removing candidates with no opposition and to require unused ballots returned to the courthouse. A third change sets reasonable filing fees paid to the secretary of state or county clerk. The measure aims to strengthen nominations and reduce ballot size.

Matthews Fayette County Court House

Norris Advocates Direct Election of President

The Huntington Advertiser endorses Senator George W. Norris’s push to abolish the electoral college. It argues a direct vote would empower independents, shorten ballots, and align with democratic ideals, noting electors as obsolete and unneeded.

George W. Norris Nebraska United States Norris Congress Norris Ces

Registerings: A Column of Comment and Criticism

A Harvard professor notes spinach has few calories and questions about satirical lines on politics. The column pairs light humor with social observations as it previews the next big event of the season and comments on shifts in diplomacy and culture.

Alphonso Harvard Mr. Wim

Local Social News From Harvey and Fayetteville Area

W edding era играть community notes list visits and social calls. Listed are Harvey residents Mrs Rogers visiting Fayetteville Thursday and the Stover and Tamerlton couples visiting friends. Several Misses Du lon Allen Coffey Lohman Hodge visit relatives and host parties. John Walker and Myer visit Mt Hope and Sprague gatherings noted.

C. B. Stover We H. Tamerlton Vallie Dulon Red Star Ninette Allen Ruby Coffey W. U. Hamilton G. M. Ford Beckley Marie Hodge George Lohman W. Tf. Hamilton C. C. Ballard Sprague Louise Lohman Lemon Bailey Lochgelly John Walker Mt. Hope Mamie Hodge John Wal- Myer

Make a Large Inexpensive Play Table for Children

Parents learn to craft a sturdy play table by sawing off kitchen-table legs to child height. Paint and oil cloth surface, large area for paper and blocks, tea-party ready, easy for kids to manage dishes, two children can share.

Claudette Colbert Endures Illness in New York

Claudette Colbert, recovering in a Fifth Avenue hotel, battles flu and a sinus operation after a Broadway visit. Her doctor advises rest, yet her Hollywood studio urges a return for another film as she laments missing New York during recovery. Broadway prices ease as audiences enjoy cheaper theater and nightlife.

William Gaines New York Claudette Colbert Fifth Avenue Hotel Hollywood TJ Teft Claudette

Hearing to determine suspension of bus service route

A hearing will be held next week by PF. C. Sanders transportation supervisor for the road commission on the application of Seneca Trail Lines of Elkins to suspend bus service between Elkins and Bluefield.

The Asociates Press Charleston W. Va PF. C. Sanders Road Commission Seneca Trail Lines, Bte Elkins Bluefield

Valian Dust by Percival Christopher Wrenott

Post One of the major Legions in Slekarzen lands to be relieved. Major Riccoli will march to the Citadel of the Kald to parley while treachery lingers. Riccoli plans to betray France, seize the citadel, and crown himself sultan, fearing only English forces led by Otho Belleme and their French allies.

Broadway Ioreion Slekarzen Dfajor Riccoli Mekazzen Ricecoli France Ald Als Riccall Riccoll Otho Belléme Tont de Sotf Pero Powssin

Legion Marches Toward Mekazzen Under Desert Heat

The narrative follows Major Riccol and his battalion as they endure a heat ridden march toward Mekazzen. Helmeted Senegalese guards caution against overexertion while a tense cavalry encounter tests discipline and leadership. A dramatic flank maneuver averts disaster, revealing resolve and ready endurance en route to the fortress city.

Beckley Social Notes Highlight Local Visits

Skelton West Virginia residents hosted guests from Beckley and Prosperity. William Grimes Wanda Clemens Wanda Clemens and others visited or returned home after hospital stays. Mrs. A Davidson and Mrs. McPherson hosted family gatherings with relatives in Beckley and nearby towns.

C. S. Teel Beckley Molita Patrick George Grimes Beckley Hospital Wanda Clemens Prosperity Gill Wardup Fred Holmes Page James Smith A. Davidson Wi. McPherson Leonard Withrow Herbert

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