03 Jan 1932
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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1932
Page
1
Mayor Grover C. Hedrick and the city council confirmed new appointees seen as a compromise ticket. About half Republicans and half Democrats, the leadership shows a spirit of cooperation and a strong start for a progressive administration.
A critique notes a postwar drift toward bawdy magazines and booklets sold widely in stores and racks. Publishers push salacious material despite public disapproval, with commentators predicting persistent demand and potential civic action to curb the trend. Congress opens with bills proposing sizable appropriations of six billion dollars.
The Register pays tribute to Cam McDowell a district constable who died in the Main street fire that destroyed two buildings. The piece urges stricter fire hazard inspections and faster plans for new city firefighting equipment to prevent future losses. It expresses sympathy to McDowell’s family and notes the potential aim of preventing similar tragedies.
The new mayor and police chief direct a first night street cleaning using city water to remove winter muck. All paved streets will be treated in coming days with ongoing efforts through winter. Residents must avoid littering and spitting on sidewalks to keep Beckley clean and inviting.
The Coal Valley News argues the United States repeats cruelties of Weyler in enforcing Prohibition, comparing Cuba intervention to prison overcrowding and criticizing US arrogance by highlighting earlier imperial actions and ongoing domestic law enforcement excesses. It urges self scrutiny before judging foreign foes.
A mixed column lists wry remarks on hypocrisy and business ethics, notes on political scenes, and a string of social notices from Beckley and surrounding areas. It records visitors, hospital stays, and personal milestones, including patients at Beckley hospital and local guests.
Stotesbury residents and visitors are listed visiting relatives and friends in nearby towns during Christmas holidays. Names include Hubert Holmes from Georgia Salvation Army college visiting Mrs. Lilly Thomas, and Raymond Prince from Crab Orchard visiting his grandmother. Other stopovers feature Mrs. Elmira Smith, Miss Edith Wale, Miss Margaret Smith, and several families in Skelton, Eccles, Daniels, and Madeleine.
Skelton West Virginia residents Mr. and Mrs. A B Reynolds of Glen Rogers spent Christmas with Mrs. Reynolds’ parents Mr. and Mrs. A Davidson. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bisher returned home after time with relatives at Keyser and Falls. Miss Laura Coley of Huntington visited her sister Mrs. W T Matthews. Mr and Mrs Paul Cocchario Jr and daughter of Washington D C spent several days with Mr and Mrs Paul Cocchario. Miss Mae Wollandsworth also mentioned in flowing local notes.
The Bank of Williamsburg in Williamsburg Greenbrier county was closed by the state banking department today. Charles G. Freshman, assistant commissioner, was appointed to oversee the bank's affairs.
Paris dispatch reports General Paul Gerald Pau, age 83, famed French war commander, died today. The obituary notes his long service and leadership during key campaigns.
William Gaines reports on Wallace K. Harrison’s glass and aluminum Long Island residence with innovative features including a delayed breakfast stove and automated fire starter. The piece also notes efforts to remove signs and billboards on Long Island, praising scenic areas while critiquing vandalism and urban clutter.
Zane Grey scenes Trueman Rock torn between love and duty as Amy Wind warns him away from the Prestons. Amy urges quitting the Preston cattle venture citing gossip and danger while hinting at a planned encounter at a dance. John Dabb probes True’s trust and future actions loom with Peeples and Gage Preston.
The piece reflects on the site where the prison once stood and touches on social notes. It mentions Herman Shumlin growing a mustache at seventeen and balding at nineteen, Vincent Lopez being ambidextrous, and Joe Zelli as a notable nightlife name. It laments the marriage market’s shortage of eligible men and suggests fortune hunting may rise.
Pittsburgh reports Dr E H Lauer Iowa director of athletics will interview Elmer Layden next week and may offer a contract to replace Bert Ingwersen at Iowa Layden said he would consider a proposal from a Burlington Iowa alumnus and Duquesne contract runs two more years. Sweden has no war for over a decade but 200000 more women than men.
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